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The right hairbrush can transform your daily haircare routine. Whether you’re detangling your locks after washing, smoothing your locks before heading out, or creating a salon-worthy blow-dry, choosing the right brush can help you achieve the best results. In this blog, Laura Elliott, Head of Education at Neäl & Wølf, helps you to understand the purpose of each brush, so you can find your perfect match.
Why does choosing your hairbrush matter?
Not all hairbrushes are created for the same purpose. Some brushes are great for removing knots in your tresses, whereas some are designed to add volume during a blow-dry or create smooth, polished styles.
Tailoring the right brush for your hair type can help:
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Detangle hair more comfortably
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Minimise unnecessary pulling and breakage
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Smooth the hair cuticle and reduce static
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Create your desired hairstyle easier
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Improve your overall styling routine
Instead of relying on one brush for everything, understanding what each brush is designed to do will help you to achieve the best results you can.
The easiest way to choose a hairbrush is to consider three things:
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Your hair type.
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Your styling goals.
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The type of brush designed for the job.
Read on as we delve into how to select the right hairbrush for you.
Step 1: Identify your hair type
Before choosing a hairbrush, you’ll need to know what your hair type is. Your hair’s texture and thickness are the biggest factors to consider. Below, we've broken each hair type down to help you to match up with your brush.
Fine hair
Fine hair is usually more delicate than thicker hair, prone to pulling and breakage if the wrong brush is used. Always look for brushes that glide through your hair gently, helping to detangle whilst also leaving your locks manageable and smooth.
The HERØ Flexi Detangling Brush is a great choice for fine hair because it combs through knots without tugging, helping to minimise hair snapping while keeping brushing comfortable. For everyday smoothing, the HERØ Paddle Brush works beautifully to smooth the hair without creating excess tension, leaving it looking sleek and manageable.
Thick hair
Bigger brushes are often best for thick hair, as they can work through larger sections easily. Pick out brushes with a lot of bristles, so that you can tackle multiple strands at once.
The HERØ Paddle Brush is ideal for thick hair as its wide surface allows you to brush through larger sections with ease, helping to smooth and detangle more quickly. For styling, the 44mm HERØ Ceramic Round Brush is perfect for creating volume and shape during blow-drying, giving thicker hair a polished, salon-quality finish.
Curly hair
Curly hair needs gentle handling, especially when you’re removing knots. Because the pattern of curly hair has twists and turns, rather than being smooth and sleek, a strong hairbrush is needed to be able to navigate through locks.
The HERØ Flexi Detangling Brush is perfect for curly hair because its flexible design helps work through knots with less pulling, making it ideal for use on wet or dry curls. The HERØ Paddle Brush can be used to smooth and elongate curls when needed, while the HERØ Ceramic Round Brushes are ideal for styling, helping to create defined, polished finishes during blow-drying.
Long hair
Long hair can get tangled much more easily, especially at the mid-lengths and ends of your locks. As well as being prone to dryness and damage, this hair type can easily snag on other hair and clothing.
The HERØ Paddle Brush is a great everyday option for long hair, as it helps smooth and detangle larger sections quickly, making styling more efficient. For blow-drying, the 44mm HERØ Ceramic Round Brush is ideal for creating movement and volume, helping long hair look full, bouncy and polished.
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Short hair
If you have shorter hair, a smaller brush can give you better precision when creating volume, movement or shape. Although short hair is less prone to tangling than long hair, brushing can help to distribute natural oils from the scalp to the ends.
The 25mm HERØ Ceramic Round Brush is perfect for short hair as it allows for more control when styling fringes, adding lift at the roots or creating definition. The HERØ Paddle Brush can also be used for quick, everyday smoothing when needed.
Step 2: Think about your styling routine
Before choosing a brush, think about what you want your hairbrush to do. When you consider this, you’re likely to land on one of the categories below:
Everyday brushing
If you're looking for a brush to use every morning, a paddle brush is an excellent choice. This can help with the daily tasks of distributing your scalp's natural oils to hydrate strands, massaging the scalp to promote growth, and safely removing the hairs that you naturally shed every day.
The HERØ Paddle Brush is designed for everyday use, helping to gently detangle and smooth the hair while reducing static. Its wide surface makes it easy to work through larger sections quickly, leaving your hair looking sleek, polished and manageable with minimal effort.
Detangling
If knots are your biggest concern, a dedicated detangling brush will make a noticeable difference. Left untreated, these can turn into mats, leading to breakage and pain when eventually treated.
The HERØ Flexi Detangling Brush is designed to glide through the hair with minimal pulling, helping to reduce discomfort and breakage. Its flexible design makes it especially effective on wet or delicate hair, making detangling quicker, easier and more comfortable.
Blow-drying
If you regularly blow-dry your hair, a ceramic round brush is an essential styling tool. Brushing your hair whilst blow-drying can smooth the cuticle for a glossy finish, whilst also providing tension to help create volume.
The HERØ Ceramic Round Brush Collection is designed to help create volume, shape and movement while smoothing the hair as it dries. Available in multiple sizes, these brushes allow you to tailor your styling routine, whether you're aiming for soft waves, defined curls or a full, bouncy blow-dry.
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Step 3: Understand the different types of hairbrushes
Once you've identified your hair type and styling routine, it's easier to understand which brush will work best.
Paddle brushes
Paddle brushes are designed for everyday use. Their wide, flat surface makes them ideal for brushing larger sections of hair, helping to gently detangle while smoothing the hair for a sleek finish.
They're a great all-round option for anyone looking for one brush to use every day. The HERØ Paddle Brush is particularly effective for this purpose, as its ionic nylon bristles help reduce static and leave the hair looking smooth, polished and healthy.
Detangling brushes
Detangling brushes are designed to work through knots as gently as possible. Their flexible construction moves with the hair, helping reduce pulling while making brushing wet or dry hair easier and more comfortable.
They're particularly popular with fine, delicate and curly hair. The HERØ Flexi Detangling Brush is ideal for this, as it glides effortlessly through knots while helping to minimise breakage and keep hair feeling soft and manageable.
Ceramic round brushes
Round brushes are styling tools rather than everyday brushes. They're designed to be used during blow-drying, helping to smooth the hair while creating volume, movement and shape.
The size of the barrel will determine the finished look, and the HERØ Ceramic Round Brush collection offers options for every styling goal. The 25mm HERØ Ceramic Round Brush is perfect for shorter hair, fringes and defined curls, offering precision and control. The 34mm HERØ Ceramic Round Brush is ideal for creating soft curls, natural movement and everyday volume. For medium to long hair, the 44mm HERØ Ceramic Round Brush is best for achieving full-bodied, bouncy blow-dries with a smooth, polished finish.
Can you use more than one hairbrush?
You can never have too many hairbrushes. Just as you wouldn’t use the same styling product for every hairstyle, you don’t need to rely on one brush for every occasion. Lots of people prefer to have multiple hairbrushes as part of their routine.
For example, you could:
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Use the HERØ Flexi Detangling Brush after washing your hair.
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Reach for the HERØ Paddle Brush when smoothing and styling throughout the day.
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Finish your look with a 44mm HERØ Ceramic Round Brush when blow-drying.
Having the right brush for each stage of your routine can make styling easier while helping you achieve your desired finish.
Meet the HERØ Hairbrush collection
Once you understand what each type of brush is designed to do, finding the right one becomes much simpler.
Our HERØ Hairbrush collection has been carefully designed to suit different hair types and styling routines, giving you professional-quality tools for every step of your haircare journey.
HERØ Paddle Brush
Perfect for everyday brushing, the HERØ Paddle Brush gently detangles, smooths and styles both wet and dry hair.
Its ionic nylon bristles help minimise static and flyaways while leaving hair looking sleek, smooth and polished.
Ideal for:
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Everyday brushing
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All hair types
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Wet and dry hair
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Smoothing and reducing static
HERØ Flexi Detangling Brush
The HERØ Flexi Detangling Brush has been designed specifically to glide effortlessly through knots.
Its flexible construction helps reduce pulling and minimise breakage, making it ideal for everyday detangling on wet or dry hair.
Ideal for:
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Fine hair
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Curly hair
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Wet hair
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Gentle everyday detangling
HERØ Ceramic Round Brushes
Whether you're creating defined curls, soft movement or a bouncy blow-dry, the HERØ Ceramic Round Brush collection offers a size for every styling goal.
The ceramic barrels distribute heat evenly during blow-drying to help smooth the hair while creating beautiful shape and volume.
Choose from:
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25mm HERØ Ceramic Round Brush for shorter hair, fringes and defined curls.
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34mm HERØ Ceramic Round Brush for soft curls and everyday volume.
- 44mm HERØ Ceramic Round Brush for voluminous blow-dries on medium to long hair.
Quick hairbrush guide
Still not sure which brush is right for you? Read our quick guide:
Caring for your hairbrush
Once you've found the perfect hairbrush, looking after it will help keep it performing at its best. Remove trapped hairs regularly and clean your brush using warm water and our DAILY Cleansing Shampoo. Allow it to dry completely before using or storing it.
With regular care, your HERØ Hairbrush will continue delivering beautiful styling results for years to come. For more tips and tricks, read our blog: How to Clean a Hairbrush: A Step-By-Step Guide
Find your perfect brush
Choosing the right hairbrush doesn't have to be complicated. By considering your hair type, your styling routine and the results you want to achieve, you can find a brush that works with your hair and makes everyday styling feel effortless. View our full range of brushes: HERØ Hairbrush Collection
