First things first, this particular hair dryer brush is designed to be used on dry hair only, so make sure you let your hair completely air-dry or rough-dry with a dryer prior to use. It has a 1.25-inch barrel, which is the perfect size for creating lots of volume and body and hints of curl or wave. (It's easy and fun to customize your results!) Plus, it keeps the heat at a consistent 365°F, so there's minimal damage, and the cool tip means no burnt fingers. Wins all around! Nylon can also be effective and some tools mix both nylon with boar, like the Oribe Flat Brush. Plastic is okay, though it won't hold up as well and can cause added friction (and therefore added frizz) to strands. There's nothing that gets us more excited than a two-for-one styling deal, and this brilliant hair dryer brush from InStyler is at the top of our "need" list. Pop it to the open setting for a built-in flat iron (if you want to straighten or smooth frizz) or clamp it closed to create a heated round brush that can deliver glossy body, volume, and/or soft curls. It's well-suited for many hair types and textures, and it has four different heat settings that go up to 400°F. Start by focusing volume-boosting products on areas of the scalp that often feel heavy or weighed down, like the crown. Plump up these sections before you style the rest of your hair for maximum impact. 16. Make the most of those baby hair strands.

When considering what type of hair you have and what you’re trying to achieve, you should easily be able to find the perfect brush for your needs. Things like the shape, bristle type, and diameter are all things you should consider. When it comes to a brush, size matters. As with The Body Shop's Large Bamboo Hairbrush, bigger paddles and longer arms will ensure more coverage and comfortability when brushing long hair. On the other hand, smaller styles will be better for those with short hair (or those who are looking for a tool to use on the go). The more bristles, the more control (tension) you get when you blow out the hair," Savano explains. "The fewer bristles, the more airflow you get, so less control but a faster blow-dry." Additionally, she recommends natural over plastic bristles and ceramic instead of metal barrels when blow-drying. For wet hair, plastic is usually the way to go. Who What Wear UK copy editor Georgia Seago put the Revlon One Step Hair Dryer and Volumiser to the test, and she's convinced me to try it too. "I was umming and ahhing over whether I should bother with a blowdry brush—could it really be as easy as the TikTok girlies make it look to get a smooth, bouncy blowout at home? I opted for Revlon’s iconic version because it was the one I’d seen people use and rave about (and it was the cheapest), and I wasn’t disappointed," she says.English brand Mason Pearson hasn’t changed its cult-classic Boar and Nylon Bristle brush since 1895 – a testament to its superb design. Mixing the finest premium-grade boar-bristle with nylon, the brush is exceptionally gentle on the hair and scalp, so it’s perfect for fine, delicate textures that are easily damaged. Though it's something we reach for on a daily basis, most people don't spend a lot of time considering the overall makeup of their hair brush. There's more to it than shape—round, oval, or rectangular, for example. When it comes to hair brushes and how well they detangle and style, the type of bristle—a synthetic material like nylon or a natural material like boar—matters, too.

Meet the experts: Ghanima Abdullah is a hairstylist in Chicago. Ebony Gordon is a hairstylists and owner of Hairista Studio in Hampton, Virginia. Emilio Uribe is a celebrity hair and makeup designer. Kenna Ehman is the co-founder and master stylist at Kenna Kunijo in Charlotte, North Carolina. It’s not just about detangling and promoting shine, though. Regularly brushing clears out impurities that naturally build up in your hair and scalp. It removes old hair, dead skin cells and products which can cause bacteria to clog up scalp’s pores which can prevent growth. Handle: Consider the ergonomics of the brush. You can choose a few different handle styles: Plastic, wooden or rubber. "For a smooth, perfect, gripped handle, I prefer the wooden handle out of the three," says Taylor, though a rubber handle also provides a solid grip and comfort while brushing, and plastic handles tend to be a more affordable choice.

12. Keep dry shampoo in your bag for on-the-go touch ups.

According to Nader, cleaning your hairbrush shouldn’t be a complicated process. “I just mix warm water with clarifying shampoo and let the brushes soak for an hour; that way, all the buildup can disappear," he says. "Then, I rinse them in cool water and lay them out in the sun to dry.”