Comb is an essential attribute of many people. This is one of the few items that are used every day and several times. The comb is necessary for proper hair care and creating stylish hairstyles.
It is worth noting that during use dust, fat, dead skin cells of the scalp and other contaminants collect on the surface of the brush. In this connection, it is necessary to monitor and clean it regularly. Otherwise, the knee will adversely affect the health of hair and skin. In addition, the hairstyle loses beauty and shine. Further in the article we will learn how to properly, quickly and effectively clean the hair brush at home.
How to clean a round comb from dirt?
For the work you will need a toothbrush, which is no longer used for its intended purpose, as well as any soap substance. Perfect shampoo, gel for dishes, shower and other similar means. If the old brush is not at hand, you can use a mascara brush, but before using it you need to wash off the makeup.
Pre-recommended to soak the comb in warm water, but this can only be done in the event that if the material from which it is made does not conflict with water. Next, we get a thing and process it with a brush and soap. At the end leave the comb to dry.
During the cleaning of the round brush, excess moisture may collect inside. It can be removed with a hair dryer or wait until the product dries itself.
How to wash a massage model?
First you need to get rid of the hair on the brush. This can be done manually or using a flat comb. As soon as they got rid of the excess, it is time to proceed directly to the wash.
We will need: a liter of pure water, 2 spoons of gel, soap or shampoo, as well as 4 spoons of vinegar. The subject is placed in the resulting solution for 10 minutes. After that, the brush is washed with warm water and carefully wiped with a towel. Instead of towels you can use a hairdryer.
This method will help rid not only of dust and grease, as well as plaque, spoiling the presentation of the product.
How to clean the comb from contamination?
As a rule, in the manufacture using natural raw materials: bones, horns of animals, wood. The type of material must be considered when cleaning. Chemicals containing aggressive ingredients should be discarded.
After removing the hair from the product, it is wiped with a cotton pad dipped in alcohol (alcohol-based products, such as lotion, will also work) Handle each individual tooth carefully. Repeat the procedure if necessary.
It is highly recommended to stop using detergents and soaking the comb in water. Household chemicals can also cause irreparable harm, damaging the structure of the object.
We clean hairbrushes from natural materials
Further in the article we will look at ways that will help wash products from natural raw materials.It should be noted that it takes more time to clean them than when working with combs made of artificial materials. Despite the efforts, professional hairdressers and stylists recommend using just such brushes.
How to tidy up a wooden brush?
Natural wood products are ideal for daily hair care. These combs have an attractive appearance, safe for health, environmentally friendly. Care for them is simple, but you should follow certain rules.
The first thing you need to remember - when cleaning wooden products can not be soaked in water. Under the influence of fluid comb can lose shape and crack. You can safely use alcohol. A little wetting it with a cotton swab, wipe the entire surface of the brush. Be sure to process each clove.
Alcohol instantly cleans the product from fat, dandruff and other contaminants that are collected on the brush during use. One brushing may not be enough, especially if the teeth are tightly set. Instead of alcohol, you can use these liquids: perfumes, colognes or regular vodka.
How to wash a product from a natural bone or a horn?
Products from the above materials have a sophisticated appearance and are ideal for various types of hair and scalp. When cleaning these models you need to be very careful. To rid them of contamination, you can use the following substances: soap, gel, shampoo. You can also find the right tools in the kitchen: soda, vinegar. Apply any of the substances on a cotton pad and process the comb.
To not spend a lot of time on this procedureu instead of cotton wool use an old toothbrush or any other replacement with thick teeth. To remove excess moisture is better to use a towel. From the hair dryer refuse.
We update a product from a natural bristle
If you are the owner of a comb with natural bristles, remember that cleaning it is much more difficult than a model made of wood or plastic. Soft bristles gently and gently unravels the nodules on the hair without damaging them, however, it is difficult to clean the debris between the bristles. For cleaning, you should use simple toothpicks and use them to gently get rid of stuck hair and other contaminants.
Soaking things in water is not necessary. It is enough to treat the surface with a small brush and a couple of drops of a singing agent or shampoo. After the lather is washed off, and the comb is dried. During cleaning, try not to touch the setae.
We are bringing back a tourmaline comb
First, let's look at what is the above material.
Tourmaline - a natural crystal material. It is actively used in the manufacture of jewelry, radio parts and combs. This is a dense substance, and therefore, when cleaning products made from this material, you can use the same methods as for cleaning combs from a bone or a horn of an animal.
To effectively remove the fat, you can wipe the teeth with a solution of soda and household vinegar. Tourmaline exhibits increased resistance to hot water. In order not to waste too much time on cleaning, just soak the product in a solution of water and vinegar (2 spoons of substance per liter of water) for 10-15 minutes. After rinse and dry the comb.
Competent cleaning silver hairbrushes
Silver is a precious metal. Such combs are different from simple models of refined brilliance. They are expensive, but with proper care, the product will retain its beauty for many decades and even centuries. So that the combs do not lose their attractiveness and delicacy, after use they are cleaned with the help of tooth powder (it is often replaced with soda).
Vinegar and alcohol-containing substances are used to remove darkening, stains and dirt. It is impossible to use them in a pure form, only having previously diluted in water. Brushes handle metal is not desirable. Only cotton pads are recommended.Soft material is carefully cleaned so as not to spoil the silver.
If you notice that darkening has begun to form on the comb, do not delay cleaning the shelf (products with scarlet silver are an exception).
Plastic combs cleaning
Plastic - the most common, budget and widely used material in various fields. Plastic comb can be purchased at any store of cosmetics and household items. Their price is available to everyone, and the service life pleasantly surprises. Before cleaning the product it should be noted that Artificial material is unpretentious and calmly transfers various chemical agents.
For high-quality cleaning of grease, dust, dirt and plaque you need:
- Remove brushes from hair using a flat comb. If a lot of garbage has accumulated on the surface, you can use a thin knife or a metal nail file.
- Next you need to soak the product in a special solution that can be made at home. It will take: one liter of water, 1 tbsp. spoon of alcohol and 1 spoon of liquid soap. Plastic does not conflict with the above components. Thing can be left in the water up to half an hour.
- At the end, the comb should be thoroughly rinsed under strong pressure of hot water.
- If, after all the procedures, you notice traces of hair and other dirt on the comb, clean the surface again with a toothbrush and foaming agent.
Metal comb cleaning
For thorough and effective removal of dirt from metal products it is necessary: soda and water (1 liter). These components are mixed together and immersed in a comb comb for a maximum of 4 minutes.
The second method involves using tooth powder. With it, you need to carefully rub the comb and then rinse. Remove excess moisture immediately after cleaning the product. Quickly get rid of water on the surface will help hair dryer. Hot air can easily reach the place where you can not get a towel. Do not forget that with prolonged contact with water the metal begins to rust.
Cleaning tangle-teaser
The modern model tangle teaser is currently very popular. It has an unusual shape due to the absence of a handle. Combs of this type are made of high-quality and durable plastic of various colors. Manufacturers involved in the release of this product, declare that the brush can be used to massage the scalp. During use, the structure of the hair and blood circulation are improved.
On the product, the teeth are arranged in several rows, due to which even long hair can be easily and easily disentangled, however, such a structure makes the cleaning process difficult. To get rid of dirt will need alcohol. They wipe the product to remove fat. Processing with a brush and soap means will easily clean the comb from dirt.
Another effective way: dilute some vinegar with soda with 0.5 liters of water. The product is placed in the solution for about half an hour.
Silicone Combs Cleaning Procedure
Silicone products have high strength. They are soft and flexible. To bring things in order, you need to prepare a solution with soda and vinegar. We leave the product in it for about 10-20 minutes. For greater efficiency, you can add some household chemicals to the foam in your home remedy.
If the above method is not suitable, brush the comb with a cotton pad or a small brush with the addition of a soap substance.
When cleaning, you can safely use warm water. Silicone is not exposed to moisture and high temperatures. Before cleaning, do not forget to remove hairs in the comb.
Simple care tips
If you do not want to spend a lot of time brushing your hair, stick to rules that are indicated below:
- Remove hair from the comb every day, and better after each use.
- Cleaning with soda and a washing agent is also recommended to be carried out regularly, at least once a week (use this technique if it is suitable for the material of the product).
- Do not forget to thoroughly dry the product after each cleaning. Excess moisture adversely affects not only metallic combs. It can cause the appearance and spread of fungus. It should be noted that owners of round and massage models most often face such a problem.
- To quickly get rid of small hairs on the brush, soak it in warm water beforehand.
- Do not leave wooden combs near heat sources. Also, they should be protected from direct sunlight.
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