Art Deco Smoothing Brush

WHAT IF BRUSHING WERE TO REGAIN ITS RIGHTFUL PLACE IN THE BEAUTÉ ROUTINE BEAUTÉ
Inspired by an era when people took the time to style their hair at their dressing table, the Altesse Studio Art Deco brushStudio the hair in a slow, precise, and steady motion.
Its natural white bristles work to smooth the hair shaft, tame the lengths, and give them a natural shine without weighing the hair down.
WHY THOSE WITH fine to medium hair
• Smoothing the hair shaft: Regular brushing with the bristles helps align the hair and smooth out frizz for a visibly neater and more harmonious look.
• Natural shine: By distributing natural oils roots to the ends, brushing reveals the hair’s natural radiance.
• Tamed hair: The lengths are better organized, the hair appears more supple, and minor surface frizz is controlled.
• Soft to the touch: Regular brushing instantly leaves hair feeling soft.
• A light routine: Brushing allows you to care for your hair naturally, without using multiple styling products.
• A moment for yourself: The “100 brush strokes” ritual transforms a daily routine into a slow, almost ceremonial self-care moment.

THE PERFECT SMOOTHING BRUSH FOR
• fine to medium hair
• Straight or slightly wavy hair
• Short, medium, or long hair
• Hair lacking shine
• Lengths that need to be tamed and smoothed
• A daily brushing routine, morning and night
• Anyone looking for a beauty tool that’s as pleasant to use as it is to display

Not recommended for
• Thick, very dense, curly, or very wavy hair: check out our brushes for thick or curly hair
• Detangling large knots: opt for our detangling brushes for fine to medium hair thick or curly hair
• A firm massage or intense scalp stimulation: choose our care hairbrush wild boar bristles
To detangle your hair, start by using a suitable detangling brush, then finish with the Art Deco brush to smooth and add shine to the lengths.

Recommended routine
On dry, pre-detangled hair, brush from the roots to the ends. Repeat this motion evenly throughout your entire head of hair. To fully embrace the “100 brush strokes” routine, break the process down into several steps to brush the entire length of your hair gently and precisely.

THE 100 BRUSH STROKES OF YESTERYEAR
The ritual of the 100 brush strokes dates back to a time when hair care took time.
This regular practice helped smooth the hair shaft, tame the hair, naturally distribute natural oils add shine to the lengths. Beyond its visible benefits, it created a moment of slow, repetitive, and almost intimate self-care.

How to Use Your Art Deco Smoothing Brush
1. Detangle your hair first if it’s tangled.
2. Use the brush only on dry hair.
3. Start by brushing the lengths, from the roots to the ends.
4. Repeat this process throughout your entire head of hair.
Doing this regularly helps bring out your hair’s natural beauty, tames it, and gives it immediate, natural softness.

100% natural white bristles: The natural white bristles are embedded directly into the wooden handle. Their length and flexibility help smooth out the hair, tame it, and bring out its shine.
• Beechwood handle: The brush is crafted from beechwood, shaped to offer an elegant silhouette and a comfortable grip. Its design draws on the structured aesthetics of Art Deco and evokes the toiletries once kept on dressing tables.
• Paint and satin varnish: Each shade is carefully applied and then protected by a satin varnish finish. This finish gives the brush a delicate feel and a subtle sheen, inspired by the lacquers and decorative objects of the Roaring Twenties.
• Hand-engraved and gilded decoration: The radiating patterns that define the handle are engraved and then gildedby hand , in keeping with the geometric and opulent aesthetic characteristic of the Art Deco movement. This decorative work highlights the brush’s silhouette and imbues it with the character of a true work of art.
• Shiny gold-plated pewter medallion: The central medallion, crafted from shiny gold-plated pewter, underscores the piece’s precious nature. Combined with the radiant design of the handle, it echoes the iconic ornamental motifs of Art Deco. Adorned with a bust of a woman from the
1920s, it directly evokes the beauty and elegance of a bygone era.

Every material and finish contributes to making this brush an object designed to be used, admired, and cherished. Made in France by Altesse Studio— Maison an “Entreprise du Patrimoine Vivant” (Living Heritage Company)—it embodies a commitment to craftsmanship that combines expertise, durability, and the beauty of the artisan’s touch.
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Taking care of your brush helps preserve the beauty of its bristles and finish—and enhances your beauty routine.

AFTER EACH USE
Gently remove any hair caught between the bristles, either by hand or using the Altesse Studio cleaning brush.

ONCE A WEEK
• Step 1: Dip only the bristles into lukewarm, lightly soapy water.
• Step 2: Gentlyrinse the bristles with clean water, taking care not to get the wooden handle or the crest wet.
• Step 3: Dry the handle immediately with a soft cloth if necessary.
• Step 4: Let the brush air dry flat, resting on its bristles.
Check out our complete guide: How to Properly Clean Your hairbrush