The Best Brushes for Hair Extensions: What to Use (and What to Avoid)

The Best Brushes for Hair Extensions: What to Use (and What to Avoid)

✨ Choosing the right brush is just as important as choosing the right hair extensions. Using the wrong tool can pull on the bonds, cause tangling, or even shorten the lifespan of your extensions. Here’s a simple guide to help you brush your extensions the right way.

1. Loop Brush (Recommended ✅)

The loop brush is specially designed for hair extensions. Instead of sharp or pointed bristles, it has looped bristles that glide through the hair without snagging the beads or tape bonds.

  • Perfect for daily brushing

  • Gentle on the attachment points

  • Helps keep your extensions smooth and tangle-free

👉 This is the #1 tool every extension wearer should have.

2. Wide-Tooth Comb (Recommended ✅)

When your hair is wet — especially after applying conditioner in the shower — a wide-tooth comb is your best friend. The wide spacing allows you to detangle gently without pulling on the strands.

  • Best for detangling wet hair

  • Works well with conditioner to remove knots

  • Prevents shedding and breakage

3. Steel Tail Comb (Use with Care ⚠️)

The steel tail comb is a professional tool mainly used for sectioning and installation. The pointed tail makes it easy to separate small sections of hair, which is why stylists love it during nano bead or tape-in applications.

However, this comb is not suitable for brushing extensions. The fine teeth can easily catch on the bonds and pull them out.

  • Ideal for parting and installation

  • Not for detangling or everyday brushing

4. Other Brushes You May Hear About

  • Paddle Brush: Good for long, sleek looks, but only if the bristles are soft and extension-friendly.

  • Detangling Brush: Flexible bristles, can help with knots, but choose one that’s gentle.

  • Boar Bristle Brush: Spreads natural oils to the ends, reducing dryness.

  • Round Brush: For styling with a blow dryer, but use carefully to avoid snagging bonds.

Conclusion

For daily care and the longest-lasting extensions, stick to these tools:

  • Loop Brush → Everyday brushing

  • Wide-Tooth Comb → Wet hair detangling

  • Steel Tail Comb → Installation and parting only

Using the right brush can make all the difference between extensions that last weeks… and extensions that last months. ✨

👉 You can find these recommended tools in our [Hair Accessories Collection] — so your extensions always stay smooth and beautiful.

 

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