All Brushes Are Not Created Equal: The Ultimate Guide to Hairbrushes and When to Use Them
TYRA THOMPSON • August 18, 2025

Let’s be honest—how many of us have been guilty of using that one brush for everything? You know the one: it’s lived in your bathroom for years, missing a few bristles, and probably been through more heat than your flat iron. Well, sis… it’s time we had a heart-to-heart. Not all brushes are created equal, and if you’ve been wondering why your blowout isn't giving what it’s supposed to give, your brush might be the silent saboteur.

Let’s break it down with some brush education, shall we?


 1. Paddle Brush: Your Detangling BFF


Best For: Straight styles, smoothing, and detangling
Hair Types: Medium to thick hair

The paddle brush is like that dependable friend who keeps it real. With a wide, flat surface, it's perfect for smoothing out hair and detangling without causing too much breakage. It's great for blow-drying straight styles and giving your strands that sleek, “I-woke-up-like-this” energy. Pro tip? Use it before bed for a gentle nightly detangle session—your hair will thank you in the morning.✨ 


2. Boar Bristle Brush: The Queen of Shine

Best For: Distributing natural oils, smoothing flyaways, and finishing styles
Hair Types: Fine to normal hair (but there are mixed bristle options for thicker textures)

This brush is the crown jewel of shine. Boar bristles help redistribute your scalp’s natural oils, giving your hair that healthy, glossy look. Think old Hollywood glam but make it natural. It’s perfect for smoothing styles, taming frizz, and finishing a sleek ponytail or bun. It's not for detangling, though—save this one for finishing touches, not wet hair tug-of-war.


3. Round Brush: Volume & Bounce, Baby

Best For: Blowouts, volume, curls, and body
Hair Types: All hair types (size of the brush matters more than texture here)

Want that "just left the salon" bouncy blowout? A round brush is your secret weapon. The smaller the brush, the tighter the curl—larger brushes give you smooth volume with a soft bend. Ceramic-barrel options hold heat for longer, acting like a curling iron during your blow-dry. Pro tip: Always section your hair for best results, and finish with a cool shot to lock in that volume.


4. Detangling Brush: No More Ouch Moments

Best For: Wet hair, kids, tender-headed beauties
Hair Types: All, but especially curly and coily textures

This one’s for the girls who know that detangling can feel like a full upper-body workout. A detangling brush—often made with flexible bristles—glides through wet hair with less breakage and drama. Whether you're fresh out of the shower or refreshing a wash-n-go, this brush helps maintain curl definition and prevent unnecessary shedding.


5. Teasing Brush/Comb: Lift That Root!

Best For: Volume, texture, and updos
Hair Types: All

Planning a high puff or want to add a little drama to your crown? A teasing brush is small but mighty. Use it at the roots to add volume or shape your updo. It’s also great for smoothing edges or detailing styles like pompadours and buns. But beware—this brush is for styling, not detangling!


Final Thoughts:

If you’re still brushing your hair with the same old tool for every occasion… girl, we need to talk. Your hair deserves luxury and the right tools. The right brush can literally change your hair game—less breakage, better styles, and more good hair days.

Need help choosing the perfect brush for your texture and style goals? Ask your stylist at The Beauty Lounge during your next visit—we’re always here to keep you educated, empowered, and slayed.



Ready for your glow-up? Book your next appointment and let us match you with the best tools for your hair journey. Because your crown deserves royal treatment every single day.


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Frizz Be Gone: Why Your Hair Still Acts Up Even After You Leave The Salon

By TYRA THOMPSON • August 9, 2025
Let’s be real — there’s nothing like that fresh-from-the-salon moment when your hair is smooth, silky, and bouncing like it has its own personal soundtrack. Then… two days later, the humidity wins, your ends look fuzzy, and you’re wondering if your hair just signed up for a rebellion. If that sounds familiar, you’re not alone. Here’s the real reason frizz keeps coming back and what you can do about it. 1. Humidity Is a Silent Hair Wrecker Here in Charleston (or honestly anywhere with unpredictable weather), humidity is public enemy #1 for smooth hair. Moisture in the air makes the hair shaft swell, and if your cuticle isn’t sealed, it’s like giving frizz a VIP invitation to your head. Salon solution: Our Keratin Complex Express Blow Out treatment is designed to seal your cuticle, making it harder for humidity to sneak in. It gives you up to 6 weeks of frizz-free hair — perfect for busy women who need their style to last. At-home helper: Try an anti-humidity spray like Amika The Shield Anti-Humidity Spray to keep the weather from undoing your hard work. 2. Product Build-Up = Frizz Magnet All those serums, oils, and styling creams? If they’re not washed out properly, they can actually weigh hair down and make frizz worse. Think of it like skincare — if you never exfoliated, your moisturizer wouldn’t work as well. Same with hair. Salon solution: Book a Scalp Facial with a clarifying treatment . We’ll remove product build-up, smooth the hair, and lock in shine. At-home helper: Use a gentle clarifying shampoo once a week to reset your strands. A great option is the Amika Gel cleansing shampoo . 3. Over-Washing Strips Your Natural O ils W ashing too often dries your hair out, forcing it to grab moisture from the air (and hello, frizz). You want to keep your hair clean without stripping it bare. Salon solution: After a Keratin Complex Express Treatment, you’ll notice you can stretch your wash days because your hair stays smoother longer. At-home helper: Use a gentle, sulfate-free shampoo like Keratin Complex Smoothing Therapy Shampoo and a silk pillowcase like Bedsure Satin Pillowcase to keep that salon finish longer. The Bottom Line Frizz isn’t just a bad hair day — it’s your hair telling you it needs more love, better protection, and a little professional help. If you’re ready to stop fighting with your hair and actually enjoy smooth, frizz-free days, book your Keratin Complex Express Blow Out or Personalized Blow Out today. Your future self will thank you. Secure Your Spot Shop My Amazon Picks for Frizz-Free Hair
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