Surely you have asked yourself more than once: How to properly clean hair brushes and combs. It is important to pay attention to the maintenance of the items we use daily in our daily lives, and combs are no exception to this. Did you know they can accumulate a surprising amount of hair? For this reason, To maintain healthy and enviable hair, it is vital to disinfect them regularly.
In this article, we will give you a Step-by-step guide on how to properly clean and disinfect your combs and brushes. We also recommend you to take a look at our article on how to clean makeup brushes, which is another important issue in your personal care routine.
How to clean hair brushes?
The first thing you should do remove any hair trapped inside the brush. You can use long, thin objects, such as a pencil, a makeup brush, or the tail of another comb, to get rid of hair clumps.
Now it’s time to wash your brushes. Fill a bowl with warm water and add some soap or shampoo to create suds. Dip the brush in water and let it sit for 3 or 4 minutes. If necessary, gently brush between the bristles with a clean toothbrush to remove any remaining dirt.
After wetting, Rinse the brush with warm water to remove any soap residue. Then dry it using a clean and dry cloth. Shake it over the sink to remove excess water.
What about wooden brushes?
If you have wooden brushes pay special attention to drying. It is important to avoid leaving water marks as this can rot and damage the brush over time.
How to clean wooden brushes?
In addition to following the steps above, some Additional Guidelines for Properly Cleaning a Wooden Brush:
- Use the least amount of water possible: It is recommended to use as little soap and water as possible when cleaning to prevent the brush from swelling or rotting. Less is more in this case, so be precise.
- Wash and dry quickly: After removing all the hair, simply clean the remaining residue and oils inside the brush with some water. Since it is wood, the less time it takes to dry, the better the result.
Remember that regular disinfection, as well as cleaning, is important to eliminate any bacteria or residue that may accumulate on the brushes.
How do you disinfect your brushes and combs?
Although it may sound strange, one of the most commonly used methods for disinfecting brushes is the use of ammonia.
Disinfection with ammonia: Prepare a solution of 1/4 cup ammonia and 1 cup clean water. This mixture is safe for your brush, but we recommend wearing gloves. Dip the brush into the solution, rinse with warm water and let it dry completely.
Disinfection with water and vinegar: In this case, to avoid damaging the bristles or handles, mix 1/2 cup white vinegar with 1/2 cup warm water and soak the brush for up to 30 minutes.
We hope these tips are useful to you and that you can put them into practice to keep your brushes and combs clean and disinfected. Don’t forget to leave your comment and share your opinions with us. Your hair will thank you!