Certain types of hair brushes are best for sleek hair, while others are better for volume. Some can be used to create a polished hairstyle, and others are good for low maintenance hair. When it comes to a brush, size matters. As with The Body Shop's Large Bamboo Hairbrush, bigger paddles and longer arms will ensure more coverage and comfortability when brushing long hair. On the other hand, smaller styles will be better for those with short hair (or those who are looking for a tool to use on the go). When considering what type of hair you have and what you’re trying to achieve, you should easily be able to find the perfect brush for your needs. Things like the shape, bristle type, and diameter are all things you should consider.

Since I cut my hair into a bob, I pretty much always wear it straight... but I legit despise having to blow dry, then flat iron my hair. Enter: Shark's SmoothStyle hair-dryer brush. It uses hot air to help dry my hair, just like all of the other blow-dryer brushes on this list, but the design of the bristles really lends itself to detangling, smoothing, and styling my hair. It has a mix of plastic and tufted, boar-style bristles on one half of the tool that you've come to expect with a hair-dryer brush. But on the sides of the oval-shaped tool are ceramic-coated teeth that heat up and really help smooth out my hair to give me a sleek look. Plus, I can use the dry mode afterward to get my hair even sleeker, all from one tool. Plus, brushing spreads sebum to make your hair stronger (sounds disgusting, we know), and this can help with greasiness. What type of hairbrush should I use?

10. Splurge on an in-salon volumizing treatment.

Over time, heated styling tools like curling irons can cause the hair to look damaged or brittle, leading to a frizzy texture. Adding a mousse to your routine before styling can help protect the hair from this less-than-perfect fate while adding an essential lifting effect. 7. Air drying versus blow-drying: Which is best? For hair that sits above the shoulders, styling choppy layers with a curling wand is a great way to play with texture,” suggests Diaz. “Take layers at various lengths and curl some of the ends inwards and others outwards. This will add the illusion of fuller hair around the face.” Up until a few years ago, I used only my trusty drugstore hair brush for everything with the belief that one-size-fits-all. But then I discovered that there are legit so many different types of hair brushes on the market (see: round brushes, paddle brushes, hair-straightening brushes, detangling brushes, etc.), and they all do something different. And no, you don't need a dozen styles of hair brushes, however, you should consider a few, or instead invest in one that can do the job of many, like my personal favorite, the boar-bristle brush that's great for all hair types. I'm aware that this is the most expensive hot brush out there, but I believe that the Dyson AirWrap is one of the best hair multi-stylers for creating bouncy blowdries at home whilst giving you the option to style your hair in many ways. It offers six different attachments, including a round brush—which is easily my favourite of the bunch—as well as two curling barrels for tighter curls, two paddle brushes for detangling and straightening lengths, and a blow-drying attachment.

No matter what your goal is and what type of hair you have, I promise that there is a perfect brush out there. Give your hair the best chance and natural volume by cutting it shorter. The longer your hair is, the more likely it is to be flat due to being heavier. This is particularly true for those with flat and thin strands. Try taking off a few inches or even going for a full-on bob to give your hair body and movement. 12. Use a dry shampoo to add fullness. This highly sought-after (yet super budget-friendly!) hair dryer brush not only dries strands efficiently and with minimal damage, but it also breathes tons of volume, smoothness, and shine into your style thanks to the built-in tourmaline ceramic technology. You have three different heat settings to choose from, and the Ego Boost mixed pattern of bristles provides lots of long-lasting body and volume. To lift the roots with a lasting finish, make sure you’ve invested in a hairdryer with more than one heat setting. Fine or damaged hair can be sensitive to high heat, so the best way to choose the optimum setting is by directing the hot air into the palm of your hand. If you’re comfortable having that temperature on your palm, it should be fine to use on your scalp.YOUR TURN: Arethere any other types of hair brushes or information I left out? What type of brush do you use, and why? Drop your thoughts in the comments section below! 👇🏼👇🏼👇🏼 Anthony Naderis a celebrity hairstylist and the salon owner of Raw Anthony Naderin Sydney, Australia. When it comes to shaping a bouncy blow-dry, a round, so-called barrel brush just can’t be beaten. It might take some time to master the skill of balancing a hair dryer and brush, but the bouncy, voluminous curls you’ll get are worth it. And for the authentic catwalk look, GHD Ceramic Vented Radial brush collection is the weapon of choice for stylists worldwide. Its lightweight design makes it perfect for keeping in your handbag when you’re on the go, too – so if you’re treating yourself to just one hairbrush, the Wet Brush deserves to be top of your list.