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Best Non-Toxic Hair Brushes Combs
We vetted hair brushes & combs against the Welpr Standard and here are our top picks.
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Here's what we look for:
- Bristles made from natural fibers like boar, horsehair, sisal, or vegetable fibers
- Solid wood or bamboo handles
- Sustainably sourced, FSC-certified materials whenever possible
- Brands that are transparent about sourcing, materials, and ethical practices
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How to Swap to Non-Toxic hair brushes & combs:
Here's how to swap to non-toxic hair brushes & combs:
What to know about hair brushes and combs
Hair brushes and combs touch your scalp and hair every day, often multiple times. The materials they're made from—plastic, wood, metal, rubber, or natural bristles—and any coatings or treatments on them determine what comes in contact with your skin.
- Brushes with rubber cushion pads, synthetic bristles, or painted handles may contain unnecessary additives or coatings that sit against your scalp.
- Since you use these tools daily and they contact your scalp directly, they deserve more attention than occasional-use accessories.
Review what you already use
Take a look at your current brushes and combs. Check what materials they're made from by looking at the packaging, product listing, or brand website. Focus first on the brush or comb you reach for most often.
- Look for details on the bristle type (boar bristle, nylon, mixed), the handle material (wood, plastic, bamboo), and whether the cushion pad is rubber or silicone.
- If the product has a strong plastic or chemical smell, or if paint is chipping off the handle, those are signs the materials may not be ideal.
Get more from your current brush or comb
If you're not ready to replace your brushes yet, a few simple habits can help. Keeping them clean reduces buildup of product residue and oils that can irritate your scalp over time.
- Wash brushes and combs weekly in warm water with a small amount of soap, and let them air dry completely before using.
- If a plastic brush or comb is cracked, warped, or shedding bristles, replace it sooner since damaged materials can scratch the scalp.
Choose cleaner replacements
Look for brushes and combs made from simple, untreated materials. Natural options like sustainably sourced wood, bamboo, and natural boar bristles tend to have fewer coatings and additives than their plastic counterparts.
- Choose brushes with natural rubber cushion pads, unfinished or naturally finished wood handles, and bristles made from boar hair or plant-based fibers—and be cautious of vague claims like "eco-friendly" without details on actual materials.
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Camille May
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Camille May is the co-creator of Welpr and a guide for clean living. After selling her last company in the health food space, she went non-toxic while working to heal an autoimmune condition....
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Olushola M. Awoyemi (aka Shola) is a board-certified toxicologist and a research scientist with a PhD in Environmental Toxicology. Shola's long-term ambition is to be recognized as a world-renowned expert in toxicology,...