Life HuggerPlastic hairbrushes are cheap, but most cause static electricity and don’t last long. On the other hand, wooden hairbrushes and combs are easier to use. These natural brushes often contain oil, providing a shine to the hair. Moreover, they are strong, durable and heat resistant. Wooden combs are also sustainable items last a very long time if you take good care of them! Here’s a close look at seven recommendations for wooden combs to add to your sustainable lifestyle.
Redecker “Olivewood Oval Hairbrush”
Redecker is a German manufacturer founded in 1936 that specializes in handmade daily items of high-quality natural materials. Each product is crafted carefully by skilled craftsmen. The brand is popular in Japan too.
Their hairbrushes are made from high-quality boar bristles, which add a beautiful sheen to your hair while massaging your scalp. Another feature of boar hair is that it doesn’t create much friction. Moreover, the olive wood handle fits comfortably in your hand, and its natural design pleasantly blends into the interior.
Occasionally polish the brush with a dry cloth soaked in vegetable oil to keep it moist! The more you take care of it, the longer it will last, and the more likely you will feel affection toward it.
Art Brush ASAKUSA “Kamidanomi Hairbrush for Soft Hair”
Art Brush ASAKUSA has been specializing in making brushes for more than 140 years in Asakusa, a downtown district in Tokyo famous for various manufacturing companies.
The company has been creating brushes with the aim to “enrich people’s lives through their products.” Art Brush ASAKUSA believes that a “good brush” is a brush that is easy to use and has longevity. They have a variety of brushes that meet the needs of the era.
This particular brush is suitable for brushing soft hair. White birch natural wood is used for the brush base. Black horse tail hair they use for the brush is much softer than wild boar hair.
econawa “Bamboo Pin Hairbrush”
A brand from Okinawa, econawa aims for a zero-waste society with their effort to reduce plastic. The brand is known for its lineup of items from the kitchen to the bathroom, including self-care items.
Their environmentally friendly hairbrush keeps your skin and hair healthy. The handle is made of beech wood and is easy to grip. The pins made of bamboo have round tips, which help keep the scalp healthy. Furthermore, the base cushion made of natural rubber provides a comfortable massaging effect.
ORIENEX “Hairbrush Wooden Comb Hair Care”
This paddle brush with a wide brush surface was created in response to customers’ requests. The wide surface allows users to brush using the whole brush, which helps improve blood circulation in the scalp. The paddle part and the round tips of the pins are all made of natural bamboo. The base is also made of eco-friendly recycled rubber. The brush is light and small, making it easy for women to hold in their hands. Large sizes are available so you can choose according to your needs.
prize JAPAN “Boxwood, Half-moon, Butterfly Carving Comb”
This cute round-shaped boxwood comb has an openwork of a butterfly. The compact size fits perfectly in a pouch or a bag, making it convenient to carry. It comes with a pattern and color case that will surprise purchasers.
The boxwood comb is absorbed with camellia oil, so it is easy to comb. The more you use it, the moister your hair will become, so the brush is recommended for those who have damaged hair due to coloring or perms.
Shiotani Wooden Comb Factory “Camellia Comb Suki Comb”
Shiotani Wooden Comb Factory in Osaka engages in comb making, from procurement of raw wood to sawing and manufacturing. A variety of materials are used for the combs, including precious foreign boxwood, camellia trees from which camellia oil can be extracted, and compressed cypress that is hard pressed in high-temperature steam and high pressure. The combs are handcrafted by boxwood comb craftsmen and are highly reliable. They are gaining popularity as practical items that can be used at an affordable price.
Tsujichu Shoten “Tsuge Boxwood Comb”
Tsujichu Shoten specializes in making traditional boxwood combs, that have been handed down from ancient times in Kaizuka City, Osaka.
There are various ranks in wooden combs in Japan, but Tsuge boxwood combs are considered to be of the highest quality. Craftsmen carefully handcraft the combs using high-quality “Satsuma-tsuge” from Kagoshima. The “Izumi comb” is certified as a traditional craft designated by the governor of Osaka Prefecture.
Originally published on Life Hugger.
Translated by Ayako Karino.
