How to clean your hairbrush

Regularly maintaining your hairbrush is crucial for the health of your hair and for ensuring the brush remains effective over time. Check out our expert guide on how to care for your boar bristle and nylon fibre hairbrushes.

Make it a ritual to clean your hairbrush frequently

Over time, hair, dust, dead skin cells, and sebum accumulate on your hairbrush. Beyond hygiene, this buildup can negatively impact the beauty and health of your hair and scalp, while also diminishing the brush's effectiveness.
The conclusion is clear: to keep your brush functioning well for an extended period, regular cleaning is essential. This guideline applies to all types of brushes!

When and how should you clean your hairbrush?

At Laffrey, we recommend cleaning your brush after each use, just like professional hairdressers do between clients. This simply involves using a comb, another brush, or your fingers to remove any hair caught in the boar bristles or nylon fibers after each use.

Experts suggest performing a deep clean on your hairbrush once every two weeks.

This quick 4-step cleaning routine takes only a minute:

• Step 1: Fill a basin or sink with warm water, add a small amount of shampoo, and swirl to create lather.
• Step 2: Soak the brush bristles in the soapy solution, making a figure-8 motion to ensure they are fully submerged (repeat this motion four times for optimal results)
• Step 3: Rinse the nylon fibres or boar bristles under running water, then wrap a towel around them and gently press to remove excess water.
• Step 4 (for boar bristle brushes): Allow your brush to dry on a flat surface with the bristles facing down, away from heat sources.
• Step 4 (for boar bristle & nylon fibre brushes): Position your brush to dry with the bristles facing down, ensuring the nylon fibres do not touch any surface as the weight of the brush may distort them.To achieve this, place a rolled towel beneath the handle to elevate the brush head during drying.

Remember, your hairbrush is much more than just an accessory; it is a vital tool in your hair care routine that helps keep your locks looking vibrant and healthy! Proper cleaning and maintenance are key to ensuring it can detangle, condition, and perform its "magic" on your hair.