Stop Using the WRONG Brushes for Your Hair Type 

The irony is that bro is bald, but he is a hair guru.

Could you do a video on naturally curly or wavy styling from a perspective of a professional? I'd be really curious about how salons would incorporate these techniques for clients that would prefer non-heatstyling. Thank you for creating such valuable and informative content. 🎉

I'm a man with short hair who randomly found your videos and got addicted to how much there is to learn about hair. Now I'm using all this knowledge for my wife's benefit so thank you so much for these videos!

Didn’t expect to be learning how to properly brush my hair on my 35th birthday, but here we are. I’ve gone so so long doing it wrong, and I have really long hair (almost to my butt), so I’m sure you can imagine how much of a pain tangles have been… Excellent video, thank you!

0:18 RAT TAIL COMBS 0:58 REGULAR COMBS 01:43 WIDE TOOTH COMB 03:08 TANGLE TEASER 03:58 WET BRUSH 06:25 MASON PERSON BRUSH 09:07 TEASING BRUSH 09:55 BOAR BRISTLE ROUND BRUSH 10:47 CERAMIC ROUND BRUSH 12:55 BLOW DRYER BRUSH 13:49 DENMAN BRUSH

I grew up without anyone to show me how to do my hair. I ended up doing weird crazy hair styles to just avoid actually dealing with it. Ive gone to so many hair dressers, friends who are stylists and I just felt lost. Then I found this channel. LIFE ENHANCING ❤ Thank you!!!!

will never forget when i was a teen getting my hair done at the salon with my mother when the ladies went through our hair with the wet brush.. we were both so astonished and immediately asked what it was!! i thought all the brushing struggle was necessary but all we needed was $6 at the sally’s next door. life changed

Regarding oval vs paddle wet brushes: the oval wet brushes are better for wavy hair, of if you don't want to get rid of ALL the waves, while paddle brushes are better for straight hair, being wider and flatter in the middle will give that little extra tension to help that. I've used both on my mostly-straight hair that I want to encourage to stay straight without heat tools or blow-drying because I'm lazy, and a paddle brush works best for me to achieve that. So if you want to preserve your most natural hair shape (or if you made waves) when detangling go oval, if you want to encourage straighter hair go paddle, that would be me advice 👍 Unless your hair in thicker/coarser, in that case round is probably better for you, less chance of hurting yourself or your hair with the smaller oval, unless unless it's super duper straight and strong, in which case the bigger paddle may be more convenient. Know thyself first ✨

Everyone who works with hair should be required to watch this. So many times I've gone to get my hair cut and they try to detangle my long hair with a fine tooth comb! They start from the top and don't watch out for the ears and scratch them. I think the reason why so many hairdressers are bad at brushing hair is because their main customers are short haired people since they need haircuts more often. After many tries I've finally found a hairdresser who doesn't detangle long hair with a fine tooth comb or scratch my ears. I'm super loyal to her and don't go to anyone else.

I’ve tried so many brushes and I ALWAYS go back to my black wet brush. There’s just nothing better 🤷🏼‍♀️ Great advice!

My mom brushed my hair for me when I was under 13. I HATED it. She always used the wet brush wrong. She would start at the top and yank to the bottom really hard and fast. It scraped my scalp and pulled my hair and ripped some out. I was always in tears from pain and would be scared to have my hair brushed. When I started brushing my own hair, I started at the bottom and worked my way up slowly. If I found a knot, I would hold that section of hair and brush out the knot. My mom said I was being a baby and my hair won't be thick and lush if I'm so gentle about it. I didn't care, I just didn't want to be in pain every morning and night. I have very wavy hair that sometimes forms tubes.....it can knit pretty easily unfortunately. It only takes 30seconds for my hair to form a knot again 🥲.

I love how this man is literally BALD and he knows more about combs and brushes than hairstylists

Can we get a follow up how to clean each of those brushes (and how often)? Especially the brushes with boar bristles (which includes the mason pearson), I tend to get dustbunnies in them that I cant seem to remove even if I use a toothpick 😅

Man, you saved my hiplength hair! I was so sceptical when I saw your videos because often people just want to sell something. You are different, your tips really helped my hair. I have never had such good hair as I have now, after 5 months of following a routine you suggested! So I am smitten and will do whatever you recommend!

My hair brush: my fingers

Your natural oils aren't a bad thing if you're not over producing it. Washing too often increases oil production, which we all know, but if you either naturally produce less, or have naturally dry hair even, brushing through natural oils can help building it up at the roots, and serves as a natural conditioner. Having said that, not everyone can do this, so its good to just know your hair.

Singlehandedly giving me the best hair of my life ❤️

Ive looked after horses manes and tails so detangle starting from the bottom. So naturally did the same with my own hair! Life gives lessons in different ways 😂

I improved my hair by following all these things: Including more and more vitaminC in form of orange, lemon, and kiwi, 8 hours of enough sleep daily, have nuts such as almonds, walnuts, or peanuts in limited, you can also eat fish like salmon. Exercise at least 30 mins everyday. Using natural coconut plus onion based shampoo, neem wooden comb, scalp massager by liitleextra coconion two times a week. All this is good to control hair fall.

I wouldn't detangle with a denman! Like you explained with the wet brush, you need flexible bristles when detangling. I recommend only using a denman for styling AFTER detangling. Or you can always scrunch your hair to return the curl after detangling with other brushes. Manes by Mel is a great source for curlies out there!

loved the video, but just an FYI for viewers with curly hair, most curls specialists actually don't recommend detangling with a denman brush. it's for styling. the Felicia leatherwood detangler, the wet brush or the ultimate detangler hairbrush from tangle teezer are better options

I was never taught any of this, I had to work it out for myself. And people look at me like I'm daft when I recommend exactly what you've said. It always makes me question if I'm doing it wrong, but now I can feel confident when giving this advice

I think is funny how the guy with no hair knows more about hair than a lot of stylists

no long intro, no excessive talking, just straight to the point nice and fast. immediately subscribed :)

I just ordered my first Mason Pearson brush a few days ago. It took 2 weeks of reading reviews and comparing "dupes" etc, but at almost 57, I decided I'd treat myself to a really nice brush. 😅

Would love a video on which products to use and how get naturally curly hair to look great, not frizzy. Both air drying and blow drying would be great.

I can’t say enough about how grateful I am you make videos like this. I’ve been looking for educational/ helpful hair RU-vid channels for like 2 years now. I know nothing about hair. Thank you so much for making these videos!!’

I have a blow dryer round brush and it’s a GAME CHANGER. It usually cuts my dry time in half and it’s so much smoother and shinier than when I use a normal blow drier. Especially as I’ve shortened my hair.

I always used a wide toothed comb for detangling my wet hair until I started watching this channel. Now, I only use my Wet brush. I love my Tangle Teezer as a massaging brush for my scalp. It feels so lovely. Thanks for your advice!

This is the first time I've heard you say anything about naturally curly hair! I would love more advice about how to style natural curls

I'm a guy and I've been growing my hair out for like 3 years now. It's past my shoulders. I've been using a detangling brush wrong this whole time, which explains a lot. My problem with getting horrible knots in my curly hair is what made me click this video. Thank you for making factual, simple videos, that aren't loaded with ads or aimed only towards women. I can watch these without feeling totally lost, or like I'm trying to join Rupaul's drag race 😂 Now I know if I just brush my hair properly and get a leave in conditioner and a better shampoo, I will be doing way better than before.

Great video! Sensible reasoning for each technique instead of advertising products like so many hair specialists do.

I was taught when I was a wee lass to always start at the bottom of my hair when brushing. I’ve always had boar brushes but since watching you, I now have a wet brush too. Phenomenal pair. My hair is so happy with the wet brush after washing 😊

I brought the wet brush based on your videos and i have never looked back. They're amazing!

So grateful that I stumbled upon your channel. I’m 25 and have been through so many hair phases as it regards to trying to achieve super clean, ultra healthy hair. Tried lots of DIY, all-natural treatments and all that jazz which ultimately lead to nothing. I thought I was better off using plain and simple homemade shampoos, conditioners, hair masks, and oils but decided to put my trust in some profession products. Today, after waiting at the door for my packages to come in, I’ve finally accumulated all the primary products you recommend for fine hair-redkens volumizing injection shampoo and condition, purology leave in conditioner, blow out heat protectant, olaplex oil, etc. After following all your instructions to a T, from how to apply the shampoo to how to blow dry, I’m so happy to say that, after a single wash, my hair has never once felt this clean and soft and manageable. It smells amazing and I’m having to force myself not to run my fingers through it constantly. Never been able to do that since my hairs is very long, very fine, and will tangle at the slightest touch. Can’t wait to see how long this lasts. That will be the true test as my hair is typically so oily less than 24 hours after washing it that the US is trying to invade my scalp. My hopes are high, however, and I’ve stocked up on dry shampoo so looking forward to not having to wash my hair every day.

These videos are so informative (and pretty fun to watch, too). Even though I'm limited in the kinds of products I can use, for health reasons, at least I can use the correct brushes and brushing methods. Just need to get my sister to do the same, because despite being taught the brush-from-the-bottom-up method as a child, she insists on starting from the top and literally ripping down to the bottom. It is so painful to watch. I'm honestly surprised she has any hair left lol. Anyway, I appreciate these videos!

Maybe a tutorial on how to clean brushes would be a good addition to this video considering your story with the woman who was using a dirty brush

I have a Lange blow dryer brush and it’s wonderful! I’m disabled and it was so hard for me to hold a blow dryer and brush for a blow out. I’d definitely agree that the blow dryer brush is a lifesaver! I had a Revlon one that toasted my hair, but the Lange one is much kinder lol

I've been listening to ALL your advice and my hair after years off misinformation, is finally looking beautiful. I cannot Thank you enough for caring & being honest with us all. God bless you ❤ xxxx

I clicked on this video to get some helpful tips on what brush to use for my daughter's hair. So far the Wet brush is something I will be sure to get for her, and also the Denman brush. See she has a unique hairstyle where the top layer of hair on her head is naturally straight while her underlayer of hair is naturally curly/ wavy. I've been having trouble with brushing and causing breakage because it tangles so much that we've decided to braid it at night. I might even get her a bonnet to keep her hair safe while she sleeps. Thank you for the info ❤

I *LOVE * your videos and always share them with my friends. Very educational AND you've taught this ole gal a few new tricks! But especially thus video, thank you SO MUCH for touching base with naturally curly hair. That's the one area I wished you spoke more on. Course. I know your specialty is blow outs. DUH! But you're so good at explaining, I just wished more could be tossed in for us curly gals.

Great video Chris! Thank you. Using the wet brush is better than using a wide toothed comb on my relaxed hair!!

Amazing!! Finally a real hair professional that explains everything honestly and in a straight and simple way. Thank you so much 😊

Go Leslie! That is an awesome touch to a wonderful cause;) Great idea and generosity off the charts. xoxo

This seems to be mostly for straight hair. I use a wet style brush for everything. I have coily frizzy hair. Trust me, it does NOT knock out your curls. I've had to glue the pad of bristles back in. If my hair is dry, I follow up with a boar bristle brush. 3c-4a

I just love listening to you and the very detailed, clear explanation. Why didnt i discover u earlier!

Excellent Video, thank you

I’m so glad I watched this video. I was thinking about buying a wide toothed comb to detangle my hair 😂 I’ll just stick to my wet brush. Everything in this video was so informative so thank you! 😊❤

Not sure what you're talking about. I've used tangle teezer for years. On my thin hair and on my niece who has thick hair. Works amazing. Even on wet hair. Edit: another niece of mine with curly thick hair uses it too.

The advice about brushing out tangles from the bottom has been something my mom has repeated since I was little. It definitely helps! Also, it's funny how you specifically mention wet brushes when I just got a new Wet brush, LOL! I think it's my first one, and on my thick wavy hair it goes through SO nicely! Love it!

You are a lifesaver with the denman brushes!!! Can’t believe I’ve never heard of that growing up in a beach town where most people have (heat-damaged) curly hair!!!!

Love your advice. I already do a lot of this. I do comb wet hair, but I very little tangling issues and I comb bottom up and gently! I love my Revlon curling brush. I have the exact one he showed in video. I straighten very infrequently, but it's great for that when I want to. I mostly wear natural curls, so I want to try Denman brush.

Hi Chris, love your videos and my hair is in the best condition ever! Could you do a video regarding styling hair up? I have shoulder length hair but I have to wear it up for work all the time, looking for alternative to pony tails and buns. Thanks

This was incredibly useful, thank you

Great video, I like the tip about angling the brush as you go down the hair. I'd love a Mason Pearson, but they are so dang expensive though! Yeah I'm not brushing my hair 100 times, I'm using it for its functionality that's it. No back-combing for me, that's a route to breakage for my hair.

The fact that any plastic brush bends to my hair 😃

For those who had curly, thick or wavy hair, the deman brush is not the best for detangle, for me the best is the octopus brush. The demman is my best for stylish when you want fine curls ❤

Bro! You are the bomb!! Truly helpful, humorous, and super chill 🙌

Hi, would yoy please, please do series on curly hair? You mentioned in one of the videos it's a whole other universe and I agree with that as someone with naturally curly/wavy hair!

I've had my Mason pearson brush for over 20 years! Only recently bought a new one 😊

I’ve always been told to brush my hair starting from the top when it comes to detangling but I always found it easier and less stressful to start from the bottom. I still get told to start from the top from my family members but I don’t care, it worked for me and I’m glad I was right but if starting from the top works for them then that’s great. Just wish they didn’t make me feel stupid for doing it that way 😂😂

Thank you. I just went out bought the Denman Brush. I am thrilled to try it tomorrow morning.

You have the best most logical hair advice I’ve seen it’s so gr8 thank u ! :)

I've always loved to blow dry with a paddle brush! It gives me this smooth, but messy texture that I absolutely *adore*! I've tried to replicate the same aesthetic with a round brush and it just doesn't come out right. Too smooth and too 'perfect'. My paddle brush will have to be prised out of my cold and lifeless fingers with a crowbar LOL

My mum had a Mason Pearson for over 40 years, I bought the cheap knock offs and they didn't last. I lashed out a couple of years ago and got myself a Mason Pearson and I don't regret it at all, I have a wet brush and I love it, but the Mason Pearson is just so much better at getting the fluff and crap out of your hair. I honestly think the MP is worth it if you look after your stuff, I plan on keeping this brush for decades, so the cost is worth it IMO

Yes, please do a video on wavy \ curly hair and what's the best products...

Now i have learnt how to shampoo properly to squeaky clean scalp two months back n now this is the latest on how comb n detangle hair from below hair ends n then go up to comb. This is very excellent advice and not many people knows it. Your channel is very good to stumble upon it. Keep it up.👍

I was checking out what he thought about the tangle teezer. I was thinking about getting the ultimate detangler kind to brush style my curls but he just mentioned the denman brush for curly hair. I just wanted to know which is better. UPDATE: I got the Tangle Teezer and love it for detangling and brush styling! It does a great job!

Thank you Chris, I was one of the people asking you because the wet brush (even the Salon one) wasn't for me. But I have natural curls, so I will try Out your recommendation at the end.

I've been trying to find the right brush to keep my curls for ever. So glad I caught your video. Thank you much❤

Thank you, this was so straightforward and informative.

I would have never believed that an $8 Wet Brush would make such a dramatic improvement to my hair! The texture is so much better! I just figured my hair had lost it's youthful lustre. I'm 62 and I thought I would need expensive and/or time-consuming treatments to restore the smooth, soft silky texture. Thank you, thank you, thank you! Try it ladies! And men!

You know what would be cool...a hairbrush quiz! One that would recommend the type of hairbrush that I would need based on my hair goals. I have a Wet-type detangler, but I have wavy hair that forms ringlets when I have long layers and I let my hair air dry...and now I'm wondering if a Denman brush would be appropriate for me, and how would I use it?

Thank You for this , my hairdresser of 25 years has discouraged shampooing and promoted scalp massage ( good) but pushing the oil down the length of my hair to “nourish “ the ends, I have every brush and comb you discussed ( ❤my M&P) and am changing my shampoo routine today

I have just come across your videos and i’m blown away, I heave learnt so much! Thank you so much!!

So the reason I ended up getting a mason Pearson was cause the wet brush I have was getting annoying to clean-I like the cleaning brush the mason comes with lol

Biggest brush advice I would have is switching to straight pins on any paddle style brush you use. Most paddles on market have those balls on the tips of the pins which are notorious hair- snaggers. A catch here, a catch there, it adds up. Former Rapunzel here who had thigh length hair. And yes always start at bottom 👍🏻

This was so useful thank you!! If only knew 10 years earlier I wouldn’t have destroyed my hair but its on a good repair journey now definitely will send this to others

I'm astonished. This is very good content.

Wow this was great! I'll admit I was one of those people guilty of thinking I was *supposed to* brush all the way to the scalp and redistribute the oil through my hair. The idea of not doing that blows my mind. 😂 Question though, what about after using dry shampoo on my oily scalp? Should I not brush that out either? I know the trick with using your fingertips to distribute it but what about after?

"A wet brush will knock all your curls out and get it straight, you don’t want that." I WANT THAT 😂

I'm enjoying your videos and all the good advice. Can do a presentation on shirt hair?

Everything you’ve said not to do my hair stylist did to my hair which is why I’m on RU-vid looking for ways to fix the damage. Ironically, most things you said to do I was doing at home myself when I did my own hair and that’s when it flourished and grew before my stylist hacked it off like Edward scissor hands. Thank you for the tips and reassurance that my hair damage can be resolved

Hiya Chris! Your videos are always a highlight. Thank you! I have wavy hair and am laying low on heat to help repair it from damage. I still have frizz despite using Pureology’s leave in conditioner and Olaplex hair oil. Do you think the Denman brush will help for air drying? Thank you in advance and have a blessed week ahead!

1. wet brush 2. boar brush 3. ceramic round brush - best for blow drying and shine 4. dryer brushes 5. Denman brushes - for natural curls 6. brush before straightening with normal brush

Thank you very much for your videos! It really helps us improve our hair routine by learning about all these differents products, brushes etc Amazing job !

Wow I am so blessed to come across your channel! Thank you so much Chris. I’m binging every single video you have posted 😅

for any of my tjmaxx maxanistas 😂 they ALWAYS have the wetbrush brand there! between $3-$5 usually! they have “fancier” versions of their wetbrush for a little more as well but theyre all basically the same thing in my opinion lol (im not a stylist)

Fun fact: My older sister was really into doing her hair during a time when teased styles were popular, and (at least in our area) teasing was called "ratting." 😁

I'd love to see videos featuring natural grey hair care!

I have the Michele Mercier brush for thin/fine hair :) I love it so much! This is a great and informative video, thanks!

When you use a wide tooth comb, you can FEEL whether or not there is a tangle. He probably doesn’t know that since he doesn’t have hair 😂

They should teach this in school. Instead of trigonometry 😂

Wow 🤩 thanks for all these useful explanations !

Chris, love your content. Please do a video using the denman brush (and subsequent heat protecting products) and how blow dry curls!

I find your videos informative but as a hair product and hair tool junkie, I have to disagree with the blow dry brush. I bought the Revlon years ago when it came out. It seems like the easy solution and depending on how much hair you have, you might be able to get some volume but it causes a LOT of heat damage which leads to a lot of breakage. Heat protector spray or cream is not a magical solution that will fix everything. The blow dry brush could be great for occasional use but not great for people with fine hair and certainly not for people who blow dry their hair 3-4 times weekly.

Not a fan that you just ignored the wide tooth comb. You pretty much said not to use it and moved along. Completely alienated your curly audience. I only use a wide tooth comb while my hair is wet. If i dont have one i just use my fingers. If you can recommend a brush for curly hair then ill take it back.

I'm so happy i knew most of this! will definitely try out the denman brush

Please do more videos on natural curly har 💕

Always learn something new when i listen to your videos