Dry Scalp Paddle Brush for Hair -Large - by Beyond 100 Naturals

9-24-17I'm reviewing the Large Bamboo Wooden Brush (comes in 2 sizes), which I ordered 2 of. One for myself, one for my daughter.I'm VERY picky on the brush I choose. I have very fine hair and shed like crazy... so much that I don't know how I'm not thinning. Anyway, the type of brush I use for daily brushing would be a coarse, nylon/plastic thick bristles without the nubs on the ends. The pad that the bristles attach to, would usually have to be plastic too, because any other type would pull my hair from being caught in it. I also use the Boar Bristle brushes but that's usually reserved for smoothing out when styling, such as putting hair in a ponytail and getting the "bumps" out. If I were to use the Boar Bristle brush for daily/regular brushing, I find that it doesn't go into my hair like all the way through or to the scalp. They tend to be more "staticky" too.I'm really in love with this brush. I find it actually makes it to the scalp, very massaging, and doesn't catch my hair anywhere. It's also easy to clean. I pull off any and all hair after each use, and I wash my brush in the bathroom sink, at least once a week, with the hottest water I can stand and a dishsoap filled, scrubby, bristled brush. I've only had these brushes for 2 weeks or so, but I think these are the best brushes, so far, that I've ever purchased. I'm glad due to the cost but I'm finding it well worth it.I know for a fact, the paddle portion is truly a Bamboo wood, and the bristles ARE wood too, despite others claiming that they're not. It's just not Bamboo wood.. it's some sort of finished (clear-coated) Pine or other light wood. I pulled a bristle and dug into it to verify. As to the claims of less or no static while brushing, I can't verify yet. It's still quite muggy, hot, & humid here, but I will surely update once winter rolls around.I bought this from the seller "Beyond 100" but fulfilled by Amazon, which I feel is important to list this info. I've come across sellers with variances in their items, including knockoffs, even if listed as same brand. I'll post an update with a durability review.***UPDATE***11-19-17I'm finding out that the claims of being anti-static to be true so far. Temps have dipped down into the 30s, and so far, I've had no issues with static. Now this wasn't my main reason for purchasing this brush but it sure is a nice side effect! I'm thrilled that the pad seems to be staying light and clean looking, especially since I wash the bristles from time to time, unlike many others, the pad would look dingy even with washing as often as I do. This just assures me that I made a great decision to buy it. Again, I didn't like the price, but if this continues to work out the way it is now, it's definitely worth it & should last many years. Looking forward to posting another update with a durability review. :)***UPDATE***9-4-18It's almost been a year since purchase, and I'm still as happy as I was when I first received this brush. It's holding up well, with few signs of wear. This time I included pics, to show the state of the brush after almost a year of use. Like I mentioned before, I regularly clean my brush, so the photo was taken just after cleaning. The only thing I've found, is some of my baby hair or a few strands are so tightly wound up at the base of the bristle, that I cannot 100% get rid all the hair like I once could. I think the hair plants itself into the rubber pad portion and the only way to completely remove all shed hair is to remove the bristle and hopefully be able to get it back it. I haven't tried to yet, as I see whatever hair still stuck is clean at least, because I wash and clean my brush so much. Maybe when my germophobic or OCD ways grab hold, I'll attempt this.

This brush is so lovely!! Let me start by saying that I’ve been on a mission to find the “perfect hairbrush”. Growing up, we always had a mix match of plastic based brushes with metal bristles that I feel like damaged my hair more than helped it. The past 3 years I had a great small travel wood brush with plastic bristles that I still love (especially the size of it) but I was really hoping for wood bristles because I’ve read a lot about the benefits of wood bristles (+ it’s a more compostable, eco-friendly option). I did try a hairbrush with copper bristles over the summer. It was good and helped with my dry, flaky scalp, BUT it bothered me that the brush was mainly made of plastic and it was a pain to clean the hair out for some reason.This Beyond Naturals brush however....what a DREAM! My sister has the same one and trying hers convinced me to choose the same brand. It feels like a massage on your scalp! I like the more pointed bristles versus rounded ones because I feel like it untangles my hair better and is really helping my dry scalp. Also, supposedly wood bristles are better for distributing your natural hair oils or any products you might be using in your hair. As for the size, the handle is very comfortable to hold and has such a nice, natural curve to it. The brush head is big but not absurdly big. I was worried it would be a little large for traveling but I feel like this is just the right size. The rubber pad part that holds the bristles pushes in vey gently when brushing so I feel like it forms better to my head when brushing. It has been really easy to clean and I think that’s partly because the pointed bristles allow for the hair to be pulled off the brush head more easily. Lastly, as for aesthetics, the color of the wood and bristles is really pretty and natural looking and I like the off-white coloring of the bristles rubber base. It looks good even left out on my bathroom counter! :)Any ways, if your hesitating...go for it! As I’ve mentioned, I’ve probably tested a few dozen brushes in my lifetime and this one is the best I’ve found!LAST COMMENTS: In regards to my hair type (which I think would be helpful for people to know), I am Caucasian with thin, fine, long hair (which has gone through a lot of damage with hair dying). I am not being paid or anything for this review...I’m just really obsessed with this hairbrush and I always find other people’s honest reviews to be so helpful!