Clean hairbrushes are a very good idea because dirt and skin particles stick to the stuck hair.

How to clean hairbrushes

Quick Brushing

Clean the brush of hair. Clean hairbrushes are a very good idea because dirt and skin particles stick to the stuck hair. Place your fingers under the stuck hair, then squeeze your fingers and pull the hair out. Continue until all hair is removed from the brush; then discard the hair.

  • If the bristles on your brush are made of natural fibers, be careful not to pull them out along with the stuck hair. Do not bend or break the bristles while brushing.
  • You can use tweezers to lift hairs that are stuck on the brush and remove them with ease.

Rinse the brush with shampoo. If you just need a quick refresher on your brush, this is the best way to clean it without any problems. While you’re showering while your hair is soaking in hair conditioner, apply some shampoo to your brush and use your fingers to rub the surface a little between the bristles.

  • If you don’t want to use your shampoo for this purpose, a cheap body gel is fine.
  • Avoid using conditioner and soap, as they can stay on the brush and be very difficult to remove.

Rinse the brush. After you have cleaned the brush, hold it under a stream of water from the shower until it is completely rinsed. Make sure you rinse it completely of soap, you don’t want your hair to stick together after combing later on.

Dry the brush. You can dry it with cold air on your hair dryer, or you can leave it on a towel overnight. Once the brush is completely dry, it’s ready to use again.

  • Do not use hot air on your hair dryer to dry the brush. This can damage the base and bristles.
  • Try not to use the brush until it is completely dry, especially if it is made of natural material. This can cause the bristles to bend and break.

Deep brushing

Remove the hair with a pair of scissors. If you have thick hair and haven’t brushed your brush in months, your brush is probably covered with a layer of tangled hair. The easiest way is to remove them with a sharp pair of scissors. Place the tip of the scissors against the layer of hair and gently straight cut the hair between the bristles. Repeat this several times, as if dividing the hair layer into sections. Then use your fingers to remove the sections of trapped hair.

  • Be careful not to accidentally cut the bristles as you cut.

Prepare a cleaning solution. You can use any soap-based detergent to clean your brush. Mix dishwashing detergent, shampoo, shower gel or hand soap with a little water. Stir until the liquid begins to foam.

Use an old toothbrush to clean your hairbrush. Dip the toothbrush in the soapy solution and brush between the bristles. Clean the surface for a few seconds so that it is completely clean. When you’re done cleaning the surface, also run the toothbrush over the bristles.

  • But be careful not to damage or break the bristles.
  • It is better to use a soft toothbrush so as not to damage the surface of the brush.

Rinse the brush. Hold the brush under warm water to wash away the dirt and soapy water. Check to see if the brush is clean. If necessary, brush again with a toothbrush.

Dry the brush. You can dry it with cold air on your hair dryer, or you can leave it on a towel overnight. Once the brush is completely dry, it’s ready to use again.

How to clean hairbrushes

Cleaning wooden brushes

Don’t use too much water. If you have an expensive wooden brush, it should not be completely submerged in water, or the wood may become deformed. Use a small amount of water to clean it, then use a damp towel instead of a stream of water to clean it with soap.

  • If your brush is made of wood, don’t take it into the shower with you.
  • If you do get your brush wet, try to dry it immediately.

Use oil. You can clean the brush with a damp towel and then apply a few drops of tea tree oil, which is a natural antiseptic. Apply the oil to the wooden part of the brush and then place it on a towel to let it dry before using it.

Tips

Remove the hair from the brush every time you brush it, so it doesn’t build up.

What you will need

  • A hairbrush
  • Nice smelling shampoo or any other liquid soap
  • A towel
  • An old toothbrush