How to choose the right hairbrush for your hair type?

CONTENTS: 

• Which brush should you choose for fine to normal hair?
• Which brush should you choose for thick or very dense air?
• Which brush should you choose for curly and wavy hair?
• Which brush should you choose for oily hair? 

Choosing the right hairbrush for your hair type is key to achieving the best results. Whether your hair is straight or curly, oily or dry, these factors should guide your choice of brush and hair care routine. Here’s our guide to finding the perfect brush for you. 

Why choosing the right brush is so important 

Each hair type has its own unique characteristics—including hair thickness, sebum production, porosity, and resistance to breakage. Fine hair measures less than 50 microns in diameter, while thick hair often exceeds 80 microns. Although invisible to the naked eye, this difference completely changes how a brush interacts with your hair. An unsuitable brush can weaken the hair, cause static, or irritate the scalp. The right one, by contrast, turns brushing into a true care ritual. 

Which brush should you choose for fine to normal hair? 

The golden rule for this hair type is to brush your hair ONLY when it’s dry. When fine hair gets wet, it becomes completely saturated with water and stretched out, making it more prone to breakage. 

Detangling brush - gentle care for the most delicate hair 

If you can’t resist detangling your hair right after getting out of the shower, gently towel-dry it first and choose a detangling brush from the Beauté . Their nylon bristles, featuring a plant-based flax coating with a classic nylon core for strength, allow for gentler, more precise detangling than a comb—without breakage or pulling.  

Boar bristle care brush - enhances shine and volume in fine hair 

If you have fine to normal hair that is straight or thin, a lack of volume can be a constant source of frustration. To remedy this, a boar bristle hairbrush will become your lifelong companion. 

Whether your heart is set on our premium Altesse Prestige or an elegant care brush from the Beauté , the 100% first-cut boar bristles—made of natural keratin identical to that of human hair—capture sebum at the roots and distribute it along the lengths. The result: volume, shine, and naturally nourished hair. 

Which brush should you choose for thick or very dense hair? 

Naturally stronger, thick or very dense hair requires a specialized care or detangling brush, one that glides through the hair with ease—without pulling or snagging. 

At Altesse Studio, we have developed a unique bristle-setting technique that allows us to create 100% boar bristle hair care brushes even for thick hair—without relying on mixed boar/nylon combinations. A true first. The brush works through the hair with precision, distributing sebum along the lengths (reducing "puffy hair”), smoothing frizz, and gently massaging the scalp to support healthy regrowth. The brush is set on a cushion made from natural latex, derived from hevea sap, which absorbs pressure and helps limit static. 

As for the detangling brushes from our Beauté , they gently detangle hair along the lengths without causing pain or breakage, and are also suitable for thick or very dense hair. 

Which brush should you choose for curly and wavy hair? 

Wavy and curly hair tends to have more texture and volume. That’s why, unlike other hair types, it’s best to brush this type of hair when it’s wet. Brushing dry hair tends to create excess volume and disrupt the natural curl pattern by breaking up existing curls. 

So, those of you with curly or wavy hair can choose a detangling brush made with plant-based nylon fibers or, alternatively, a wide-toothed comb—two tools suited to dense textures and tighter curl patterns without causing damage. The flexible bristles of the Altesse Beauté brush for curly or wavy hair offer a dual benefit: they detangle hair with precision and without breakage, and distribute your hair care products evenly throughout your hair. 

As a finishing touch, a boar bristle brush enhances your hair care routine on dry hair. Its smoothing action tames frizz while revealing softness and shine with every stroke. 

Which brush should you choose for oily hair? 

First and foremost, a boar-bristle brush is your best friend. Start at the scalp and brush down through the lengths—the bristles lift and evenly distribute excess sebum, leaving roots feeling lighter while the hair remains nourished and radiant, without heaviness. Brushing, when done with care and consistency —ideally in the morning and evening—adds softness and suppleness to the hair while gradually extending the time between washes. 

These results are supported by a study conducted by RS Développement in February 2022: 
- 92% of users report shinier hair, 
- 85% notice less breakage and hair loss, 
- 87% notice more even sebum distribution.
Results are visible from the very first uses, reflecting French artisanal expertise passed down since 1875.

Now that we’ve shared all the beauty secrets behind your dream hair, and you’ve found the right hairbrush for your hair type, all you need to do is make this part of your daily hair care routine. Still not sure? Take our online assessment to find the brush that suits you best.