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10 Brushes Your Curls Will Actually Thank You For

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10 Brushes Your Curls Will Actually Thank You For
By Devri Velazquez · Updated September 12, 2014

Believe it or not, every hair brush is not created equal. Forget the stigma you are used to hearing about the dangers of using one on your wavy or curly hair, because these 10 brushes are made specifically to cater to what textured hair needs.

Have you tried any of these?

10 Brushes Your Curls Will Love

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round brush conairConair Anti Static Thermal Round Brush, $7.77

also available in drugstores

For annoying flyaways and frizz in humid climates, use a water-based curl smoother like the Yes to Coconuts Curl Defining Cream and create softer curls with this anti-static round brush.

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golden wood paddle brushIon Golden Wood Paddle Brush, $9.99

also available at Sally Beauty Supply

This paddle brush is ideal for thick wavy-curly hair. Its wooden handle is comfortable and its boar bristles will add shine to the hair when paired with a serum like the Marc Anthony Strictly Curls Curl Perfecting Serum.

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revlon curl collectionRevlon Curl Collection Ceramic Styling Brush, $19.99

also available at Bed, Bath & Beyond

This brush warms while in use, for extra defined curls that last hours.

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tangle teezerTangle Teezer Detangling Brush, $9.99

also available in drugstores

Whether your curly hair is wet or dry, this brush is great for detangling pesky snarls and knots, adding definition and manageability.

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macadamia boar nylon brushMacadamia Natural Oil Vent Brush, $12.80

also available at Sears

100% natural boar bristles paired with high heat-resistant nylon pins make for a winning curl combination in this brush.

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sephora travel brushSephora Collection Dual Boar Travel Brush, $7.00

also available at Sephora

For on-the-go detangling and smoothing, this brush is compact, making it convenient for traveling purposes.

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michel mercier brushMichel Mercier Detangling Brush, $14.99

also available at Bed, Bath & Beyond

428 bristles equally disperse pressure onto hair for safe detangling especially thick, curly and coily hair.

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john frieda brush curlsJohn Frieda Volume Curls Hair Brush, $12.99

also available in drugstores

This tourmaline, silicone-infused hair brush is perfect when paired with a refresher spray like Ouidad’s Climate Control Spray for smoothing frizz.

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phillips tease 2 brushPhillips Teaze 3, $4.99

also available at Sally Beauty Supply

Nobody can go wrong with some hairspray like TIGI Catwalk’s Look-Lock and this three-row brush. The Teaze 3 makes parting and teasing hair a breeze.

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goody vent brush gel handleGoody Start.Style.Finish Vent Brush, $5.09

also available in drugstores

Smooth frizz and style your curls without getting a hand cramp. Vent brushes are great for quick drying, too!

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