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14 Best Boar-Bristle Brushes and How They Work (Tested and Reviewed for 2023)
You’re about to have the sleekest slicked-back bun ever.
Up until a few years ago, I used only my trusty drugstore hair brush for everything with the belief that one-size-fits-all. But then I discovered that there are legit so many different types of hair brushes on the market (see: round brushes, paddle brushes, hair-straightening brushes, detangling brushes, etc.), and they all do something different. And no, you don't need a dozen styles of hair brushes, however, you should consider a few, or instead invest in one that can do the job of many, like my personal favorite, the boar-bristle brush that's great for all hair types.
Hairstylist Leigh Hardges calls the boar-bristle brush the "ultimate tool in hair care" because it helps polish the hair with the natural oils from the scalp while gently detangling it sans massive pulling. And it's just one of those beauty tools worth having on hand to play around with at least once in your life. Hairstylist Tippi Shorter believes that the boar-bristle brush has a ton of great benefits, too, emphasizing that it won't pull on your hair and can be used for so many different hairstyles—i.e., my favorite, the slicked-backed bun a la Hailey Bieber. But the best part? Hairstylist Joseph Maine says that the brush will last a very long time (see: years), so it's definitely something worth investing in. So I did you the favor of personally testing and reviewing the 14 best boar-bristle brushes on the market and consulting a few of the experts, below:
✔️ P.S., This is new, up-to-date info, bb. We updated this article in June 2023 to add new boar-bristle brushes the internet won't stop talking about, delete outdated oldies, and checked in with new experts for the latest in boar-bristle brushes, just for you.
Our top picks for the best boar-bristle brushes in 2023:
Intrigued? Well, you've got plenty of options that will fit your preference and I found the very best of 'em all. Considering an updo for your next big event and need a brush? Check. A bouncy blowout for that special date? Check. What about a sleek ponytail? Check, check, and check. These 14 different boar-bristle brushes are for all your styling needs.
Siena Gagliano is the associate editor at Cosmopolitan, where she primarily covers beauty in the makeup, skin, and hair spaces, as well as some fashion and lifestyle. Wanna know how to get the best brows of your life? Gotchu. What about how to achieve ridiculously glowing skin, a super bouncy blowout, or exactly how to use that viral face mask? Check, check, and check. Before joining Cosmopolitan, Siena was a writer at Bustle and several other media outlets. As NYC's newest resident, she has vowed to find the best (extra) dirty martini this city has to offer—and yes, that means ~attempting~ to try every cute cocktail spot in the city (hit her up with some recs, pls). Follow Siena on Instagram where you'll see that her account is mostly dedicated to pics of her cute dog and that magazine life.
Brooke Shunatona is a contributing writer for Cosmopolitan.com.
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