Most people never give grooming a second thought. Their Mum brushed and combed their hair for them when they were a kid and they just followed on in the same old way.But grooming is so very important and is crucial in maintaining healthy hair but it needs to be done correctly, especially with longer hair styles. The trick is knowing what type of brush to use and how to use it.How Brushing Creates and Maintains Healthy HairCorrect grooming benefits the condition and appearance. When done right, brushing massages the scalp, encourages increased blood flow, removes all the loose scales that become attached to the scalp and it also acts to distribute the sebum evenly through the hair.On the other hand, over-brushing, using the wrong type of brush or brushing too harshly can cause abrasion, hair breakage and split ends. It can also make your hair greasy and in the end can play a major role in hair loss.Forget the '100 Times a Night' Theory.If you ever heard of the age old theory about having to brush your hair 100 times each night, that simply does not apply any more. That was something people really had to do back in the day when they did not shower and wash their hair as often as we do now. It was the only way they could get all the dirt and grease out of their hair and keep it reasonably healthy in appearance.Choosing the Right Type of Hair Brush - 'Boar Bristle'Go for quality when you are choosing your hairbrush. Always use natural bristle brushes made from boar or other natural, non-synthetic or petroleum materials. Using cheaper versions will only irritate and cause damage to your scalp so it's just not worth it. Good combs and brushes are expensive as most of them need to be post-processed by hand. But long-term it is well worth the extra investment.Using a good brush is almost as effective as using a good conditioner. The purpose of a boar bristle brush is not to detangle hair. In fact, these brushes should never be used on knotty hair. Because of the thickness of the bristles, tangles will only get caught in the brush even more so you should use a comb to remove any knots and tangles before brushing.Boar bristle brushes are designed to thoroughly clean and condition the hair. The natural bristles attract any dust and dirt and collect excessive amounts of sebum; too much sebum clogs the pores and follicles giving your hair a greasy, unwashed look. A boar bristle brush spreads the sebum from the root down the length of the shaft allowing it to do its job of coating and protecting the hair.Regular Care and Correct Maintenance is VitalDon't save the pennies when you go to buy your hair brush. The extra benefits you get from using a top quality brush will determine not only your hair appearance but more importantly the condition of your scalp and hair.
