7/18/2017

Brush Yourself Off...Wet Brush-Pro Epic Professional Quick Dry Brush

I'm probably the last one to this party regarding this find, but I discovered the Wet Brush-Pro Epic Professional Quick Dry Brush during my last visit to my hairdresser; she used it to comb through my wet hair.

Part of the Epic Line (an acronym for the line's key attributes: Elite. Professional. Inspired. Creative), is meant to innovative in, both, appearance and performance.

Remarkably light-weight (yet, very sturdy), the brush's rubberized finish enhances the comfortability of the handle's grip. No tired wrists or strained thumbs here!

With bristles that can withstand heat up to 450°F, the Quick Dry Brush is primarily meant for blow outs. However, I use it to detangle my wet hair. The long, thin, firm, yet flexible IntelliFlex bristles detangles my hair in a single, effortless stroke. I'm not exaggerating; not a single tug, pull, rip or tear. In the past, I would lose several hairs when I'd brush my wet hair. But, with the Quick Dry Brush, the maximum hairs I found on the brush have been two. Being that hair is more susceptible to breakage when wet, that's a major plus.

By creating a more direct passage of hot air to your hair, the wide horizontal vent design is suppose to speed up drying time up to 30%. I think this would work best for straight haired ladies, whose hair doesn't require much pull. But, maybe one day I'll put this claim to the test.

I really love the curved shape of the brush, and how it hugs my cranium. The bristles feel great on my scalp, as if I'm getting a mini message.

My hair is thick and plentiful. I dye, and heat style it A LOT, and I'm always looking for tools and products to keep my hair in primo condition. The Wet Brush-Pro Epic Professional Quick Dry is the best brush I've found to use on wet hair. I sound like an infomercial, but I think this brush is made by unicorns; it's that magical.

I like the brush so much, not only did I buy a backup (purchased both times via Rakuten for 1,890 yen), I got another one to include in my annual August giveaway.

If you use this brush, I'd like to know what you think of it.

8/29/2015

I Want It Long, Short, Straight, Wavy, Curly, Shining, Gleaming, Streaming Hair!

After the Ole, Ole, Ole, Ole Paul & Joe Post, I was emailed a few times asking what styling products and tools I use to straighten my hair.

Here are the products I use:

The Orange wood or Luxor Citrus Nylon and porcupine boar bristle 4 1/2" diameter jumbo brush.

I learned how to do my hair while I was on tour with Cirque du Soleil; before that, I would go to the salon two to three times a week for a blow dry.

This jumbo size brush is the best styling brush I've ever used; grabs onto the hair, giving the perfect amount of pull, without causing breakage, and smoothing each strand.

Besides needing good pull, the next key to a good blowout is heat and speed.

I recommend the Parlux 3800 or the Twin Turbo 3200 Ceramic Ionic. Both Blow dryers have the perfect amount of heat and air flow power to leave the hair straight, shiny, and frizz free. This is my second Twin Turbo (the first one was with me for six or seven years before the voltage power in Korea killed it), the first one being a Ceramic Ionic. In repurchasing, I didn't realize I bought non Ceramic Ionic dryer, and, in all truth, I don't see the difference.

I've tried many flat irons, Babyliss, Solano (I think it was called Blue Sapphire), CHI (not a fan) and I was using a T3, before my friend and stylist (Melvyn) gifted me a HAI Flat Iron, and I've converted ever since.

I used to work the flat iron throughout all of my hair, but in the last few years, I just smooth out my roots at the front to prevent any frizz that may creep in throughout the day (and, it works). If I want my hair bone straight or just smooth out little bits, HAI does the job while keeping my hair soft and shiny.

I've been asked to do a post on what hair products I use when it's curly or straight, and that is coming soon. If you have any questions, please leave a comment or email me.