Information on the use and history of the hairbrush
Humans have been brushing their hair throughout history. Humans have been documented as brush painting walls, so they were probably able to adapt this tool for hair. It was necessary for ancient civilizations to remove dirt and other creatures that got caught in the hair. Hairbrushes that were invented in ancient times were made by hand and were made with great care from natural materials. The hairbrush has made its way into modern times and has become an instrument that cannot be excluded in daily grooming routines.
It is believed that the original hairbrush was probably made of wood and natural bristles. Nowadays, we find that hair brushes are made of artificial materials and the bristles are usually synthetic. Even with all the advances in the manufacture of this instrument, it is now believed that natural bristle brushes are better for hair and can prevent hair loss than their synthetic counterparts.
In ancient times it was necessary to remove germs and lice from people’s heads using the hairbrush. It has always been an evolving tool as people searched for improved ways to remove lice and dirt from hair. Over time, the health of the scalp and the appearance of the hair has become the motivation to improve the hairstyle.
Hair brushing can improve your hair by increasing circulation to the scalp. Scalp oils are released as hair is brushed, making hair softer and more manageable. These oils will also improve the thickness and health of new hair growth.
Our hair is exposed to any amount of stress every day. We are exposed to pollution, to the sun, to chemicals in the water, to styling products. This exposure means that our hair needs to be brushed for its health even more than in ancient times. We may not have lice in our hair, but we are exposing our heads to damage. Brushing will keep hair soft and shiny along with freedom from tangles and mats. Everyone’s hair is different and will be different colors and lengths, as well as different thicknesses. This makes it necessary to find the right brush for your hair type.
A quality hairbrush can do a lot for the condition and appearance of your hair. You should look for bristles on the brush that are soft and do not damage your hair. The bristles should be flexible and able to bend with the hair instead of pulling and tearing it. You should also look for flexibility when selecting a comb.
There is a wide variety of hair brushes on the market for you to choose from. One of the varieties is a natural bristle hairbrush. There are some benefits to using a brush for natural hair and some drawbacks as well.
The positive benefits of a natural bristle hairbrush are that the bristles are made from a renewable resource. This is good for our environment. Bristles are biodegradable where synthetic bristles are not. These types of bristles are good for your scalp and hair as they soften the natural oils in your hair.
One of the downsides to natural bristle hairbrushes is that they are very soft and may not be helpful for very thick hair. The wood in natural hairbrushes may be made from trees that are part of an old-growth forest and should be avoided.
When you choose to use a synthetic bristle brush, you will find that there are pros and cons as well. Some of these advantages include the cost of the brush. A synthetic brush will be much less expensive to purchase than a natural bristle brush. A nylon brush is also very effective for going through very thick hair.
The disadvantages of synthetic brushes are the materials from which they are made. Nylon and synthetic materials are not a renewable resource and will not biodegrade. If you are concerned about the environment, you can opt for a brush with natural bristles.