How to Brush Long Hair
Choose the correct brush that suits your hair., Use a spray-in conditioner that de-tangles., Part hair into 2 equal parts, bringing both around to rest on your shoulders., Comb your hair before brushing., Brush each side until smooth., Gently move...
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Choose the correct brush that suits your hair.
Long hair is best brushed with a paddle brush.
Choose one with the largest head you are comfortable using, with a rubber cushion.
This rubber cushion will help reduce the amount of static build up.
Use a brush with natural bristles if you have fine to medium textured hair.
Use a mixture of natural and synthetic bristles for coarse hair.
Keep your brushes clean. -
Step 2: Use a spray-in conditioner that de-tangles.
Don't use too much though, or you'll do more harm than good. , Make sure its even. , Using a wide tooth comb to remove tangles is gentler on your hair than a brush.
Comb a small section at a time, starting from the ends.
Comb until it is tangle free, then move up a few inches and start over. , Remember to brush from the top and from underneath. ,,, -
Step 3: Part hair into 2 equal parts
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Step 4: bringing both around to rest on your shoulders.
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Step 5: Comb your hair before brushing.
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Step 6: Brush each side until smooth.
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Step 7: Gently move both sides back onto your back.
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Step 8: Tilt your head to one side and brush where the part was to smooth out the split.
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Step 9: Finished.
Detailed Guide
Long hair is best brushed with a paddle brush.
Choose one with the largest head you are comfortable using, with a rubber cushion.
This rubber cushion will help reduce the amount of static build up.
Use a brush with natural bristles if you have fine to medium textured hair.
Use a mixture of natural and synthetic bristles for coarse hair.
Keep your brushes clean.
Don't use too much though, or you'll do more harm than good. , Make sure its even. , Using a wide tooth comb to remove tangles is gentler on your hair than a brush.
Comb a small section at a time, starting from the ends.
Comb until it is tangle free, then move up a few inches and start over. , Remember to brush from the top and from underneath. ,,,
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