Now, although paddle brushes are great for pretty much everyone, there are a few things to take note depending on your hair. “Straight, wavy, and loose curl hair types can benefit from a paddle brush for detangling or styling on wet, damp, or dry hair,” explains Mane Addicts Artist Cherilyn Farris.

For curly hair types, StyleSeat Natural Hair Stylist Erinn Courtney says you might not want to use a paddle brush every day in order to preserve the curls. “Ideally, curlier hair textures would benefit from paddle brushes during wash days when applying conditioner as a paddle brush helps the product penetrate the hair shaft,” she adds. You don’t want to use a paddle brush when curly hair is dry.

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