I’m super low maintenance when it comes to my hair—I don’t own any heat styling tools, my product lineup is basically just shampoo and conditioner, and I usually just let my hair air dry unless I’m getting a haircut. My minimalist approach to haircare is undoubtedly thanks to my boar bristle brush, which makes every day a good hair day without even putting in any effort. I’ve been using the brush for a couple of months now, and my long hair is noticeably healthier and glossier.
I even have fewer split ends, which is truly a miracle. For reference, I have fine hair (a Japanese hair stylist once called it “baby silk”) that goes down to just past my shoulder blades. Usually, I find that my roots get oily, and I need to wash my hair every couple of days, but frequent shampooing can dry out my ends so they become frizzy.
La Bonne Brosse No. 1 Small Shine & Care Hairbrush allows me to extend my shampoo days thanks to its boar bristle fibers, which are not only super gentle on my hair but also evenly distribute the natural oils from the scalp to ends, reducing the need for shampoo (or dry shampoo!). Plus, boar bristles are made of keratin, like human hair, which means they also prevent damage and breakage while reducing static.
I used to dread brushing my hair because it would cause my fine tresses to break at the expense of detangling, but since I’ve even started using this , I actually look forward to it each night. I know it’s an outdated beauty cliché, but I�.