Wood comb

Even in distant historical times, all girls and women looked after their braids to the waist with the help of ridges made of natural wood. Now the bulk of the population uses plastic combs for these purposes. But some hairdressers advise to turn their eyes to the experience of their ancestors and return to the use of eco-friendly wooden combs. After all, the health of our hair directly depends on what comb we use.

Wood combs have their pros and cons, there are certainly more pluses, and they are worth mentioning in the first place. Wood Comb:

• does not cause allergic reactions;
• does not injure the scalp;
• enhances microcirculation in the area of ​​hair follicles;
• gently combing even wet hair;
• has a good antistatic effect;
• prevents tangling of strands;
• suitable for brittle hair care;
• smooths keratin hair scales;
• It is an excellent prevention of split ends;
• gives hair natural shine and smoothness;
• prevents the rapid salting of curls;
• distributes protective sebum from the top of the head to the tips;
• ideal for applying various hair care products;
• prevents the appearance of headaches.

As for the minuses, the fragility of a wooden comb can be put in the first place. This is due to the fact that the wood is quickly absorbed by moisture, after which it is deformed and may even become cracked. Naturally, such a product will not be usable in order to avoid injury to the skin and hair of the head.

Curly and curly hair is also not always easy to comb with a comb made of wood, it can easily confuse them, especially if it has frequent teeth. In this case, all the benefits of natural material for a person will be reduced to zero. And, perhaps, the last minus - higher, compared with plastic, the cost of such products.

There are many types of wooden combs that differ in appearance, and above all, it is worth focusing on the intended purpose of the future acquisition. Consider the main types of combs made of wood:

• universal comb (serves to untangle the ends of long hair and create the perfect parting);
• rare comb (suitable for thin, damaged, as well as wet hair);
• frequent comb (smoothes naughty stiff hair and helps in creating fleeces);
• comb for coloring (created for applying masks and hair colors);

• massage comb with wooden cloves (enhances blood circulation, stimulates the growth of curls);
• massage brush with a wooden handle and natural fiber bristles (facilitates care for brittle hair);
• semicircular brush with a wooden handle (indispensable for laying strands with a hairdryer);
• brushing with a wooden base and bristles on the surface of the cylinder (effective to give curls volume).

In addition to the traditional shape of the comb, a wooden comb can be skeletal ("fish bone"), semicircular, cylindrical. Brushes with wooden handles and teeth made of wood or natural bristles are oval, round or rectangular with rounded edges. Round-shaped massage combs without a handle are increasingly common. The stiffer, thicker and longer the hair, the more voluminous a wooden comb should be.

Those wood species from which combs are made differ in their properties and degree of impact on the body. Let's consider them in more detail:

• The most popular and sought after combs are made from birch. Such products promote hair growth and alleviate problems with dandruff. Among other things, this accessory will help get rid of heavy thoughts and worries;
• The oak comb has an excellent antistatic effect. With regular use, this comb will make the hair stronger and smoother, and also help in the fight against dandruff. This comb is also good for applying masks to the hair. It is believed that oak improves brain function;
• ash stimulates hair growth, accelerates the growth of healthy hair and promotes the rapid renewal of scalp cells;

• a bamboo comb improves the general condition of the hair, and bamboo is able to heal minor injuries and wounds;
• peach tree products are the prevention of dry dandruff and split ends. Plus, this comb will return the strands to their natural shine;

• a sandalwood comb will make curls smooth and shiny, soothe itchy scalp, and sandalwood can normalize sleep;
• juniper products will help reduce the negative effects of stress by calming the shaky nervous system;
• pine has a wonderful aroma and is able to give a charge of vivacity for the whole day.

It is necessary to select a wooden comb, focusing on its appearance - there should be no cracks, nicks, burrs and sharp corners on quality products; the accessory surface should not have a paintwork finish, however, it should be smooth and pleasant to the touch.When buying, it is worth shaking the teeth in order to check their strength, as well as combing the sensitive skin at the bend of the elbow - the test should not cause discomfort or irritation.

It is also ideal when choosing to focus on the existing type of hair. If your hair is thin and weakened, then you should pay attention to a wooden comb with wide teeth, since too frequent teeth can damage the hair during grooming. A long and stiff hairstyle requires a wooden comb with natural fiber bristles. A comb with rare wide teeth is suitable for curly or curly curls, otherwise there is a danger of greatly confusing wavy curls.

You need to use a wooden comb in the same way as any other - carefully and with pleasure. Try not to abuse combing wet and damp hair, so as not to inflict mechanical damage. Short hair should be combed from top to bottom, and long curls from bottom to top, with short, unsharp movements, taking a small lock in your hand.

The rules for caring for items made of wood are quite simple. Keep the comb in order to avoid cracking, away from direct sunlight and heating appliances. Excessive moisture is also detrimental to wood products, so the bathroom is not the best place for a wooden comb. It is optimal to keep such an accessory at room temperature.

To wash combs from a tree is not more often than once a week, but at least once a month, in a warm soapy water, then wipe dry with a soft towel. After each use, you need to clean the teeth from combed out stuck hairs, you can use a toothpick. In case of oily hair, it is recommended to wipe the teeth with a damp cloth or alcohol solution.

All the nuances of cleaning a wooden comb in the next video.

Wooden combs are loved by manufacturers, both foreign and domestic. Among Russian brands, the most famous is “From Siberia with Love”. The products of this company, made from Altai birch, are very solid, and at the same time with pleasant prices. In addition, I would like to highlight brands of an inexpensive market segment, such as Clarette, Hercules and Kaizer.

From factory-based, inexpensive China, you can turn your attention to Vortex wood combs. Hairdressing professionals will certainly appreciate the Dewal and Marlies Moller wooden-based brushes. Among the brands of expensive wooden combs, I would like to mention Rocky Mountain and EQLEF.

It is rare that one of the buyers of wooden combs remains dissatisfied or indifferent to such products. Typically, the first wood comb lays the foundation for a future collection of diverse wooden accessories. This is due to the fact that combs made of wood are pleasant to hold in your hands, they smell attractive and take care of your hair rather carefully.

Wooden combs for owners of thin and highly electrifying hairs were especially fond of. Young ladies with long thick hair prefer wide wooden brushes with natural bristles. Care for wavy curls is facilitated by wooden combs with rare wide teeth.