Why Are Boar Bristle Brushes Expensive?

Beauty experts say brushing with boar bristle brushes made with high-quality bristles significantly reduces frizz and works very well in efficiently spreading sebum, your hair oils throughout your hair for a shinny healthy look. But you don’t have to spend a fortune to get a good brush.

High quality boar bristle brushes does not have to be expensive. There are many high quality reasonably prices boar brushes on the market. You do not have to spend a lot of money on one but if you want too there are many luxury brushes costing more available.

Here are 18 of the top selling reasonably priced boar brushes (includes waving brushes) on the market today:

Why are boar bristle brushes expensive?

1. Torino Pro Wave brush #350 by Brush King

1. 1. Is a true texture medium wave brush. Made of 100% boar; no nylon bristles. The TP350 is for all stages of waving, from fresh cut to the wolfing stage.
   2. The curve contours to the shape of your head for better grip, better pull & more coverage which means faster results. The pointy tip isolates the crown of your hair for better development.
   3. Softer than TP520, firmer than TP490. Not for long hair.
   4. The exquisite glossy candy paint finish along with the bristles make this a top notch high quality brush.

1. 1. This is really two brushes in one. You get the all the benefits of a boar brush along with the the ability to detangle hair.
   2. The longer, stiffer but flexible ball-tip nylon pins go through your long wet or dry hair or beard tangles. At the same time, the shorter but bushy boar bristles surrounded by nylon pins will distribute organic scalp oil evenly from roots to tips to prevent greasy scalp from dry ends.
   3. Also safe for wigs, weaves and extensions.
   4. At less than $14.00 you get a very well made brush that is very versatile.

1. 1. Bsisme is short for Best Smile is Me and claims to bring you a more beautiful fantastic experience.
   2. This is a dual purpose brush like the Bestool execpt it’s a paddle brush.
   3. It combines shorter pure boar bristles and longer nylon pins and detangler balls in a unique configuration that both detangles stubborn knots and spreads nourishing scalp oils throughout the length of your hair, helping prevent hair breakage, sealing in split ends and easily reducing frizz.
   4. It’s hard to go wrong with a dual purpose brush for less than $14.00. The biggest difference between this one and the Bestool is that the Bestool base is made of rubber and as you know rubber can sometimes smell of rubber which is not too present of a smell. The Bsisme backing is made of another fiber like material which does not smell like rubber.

1. 1. This is a medium 2-sided club brush is made with 100 percent medium boar bristles on one side and on one side only. And firm bristles on the other side.
   2. This brush is gentle on sensitive scalps and reduces bristle loss due to its advanced implantation technology. I have no idea what “implantation technology” really is and I can’t find out anywhere that goes into more detail so I’ll just take their word for it. But please note I am not fond of claims like these if you can’t back it up. Great for smoothing and wave styles.
   3. Works best with medium to coarse hair.
   4. I am not a big fan of 2-sided brushes but for less than $5.00 this would make a great travel companion.

1. 1. This is a round ceramic brush that is designed to allow air to flow through the brush to optimize air-flow which translates to faster drying time and faster cooling times.
   2. The ergonomic, cushioned handle is anti-slip and nicely fits comfortably into your hand without heating up. Is comes in different sizes so make sure you get the right size otherwise you will be highly disappointed. Sizes are .75, 1, 1.3, 1.7, and 2 inches.
   3. Generally speaking you want a smaller diameter brush for shorter hair and longer hair you are going to do better with a larger diameter.
   4. As with all ceramic models they heat up very quickly so you really have to watch your heat settings to avoid creating hot spots in your hair.

1. 1. This pure boar bristle brush is designed for those with fine to medium hair texture. This refers to the thickness of the hair strand, not the density of your hair. Fine hair is generally more delicate and requires a gentle approach. So this ones is designed to not pull your hair or scratch your scalp.
   2. I like that the handle is made of bamboo, which creates a light brush that can be easily used every day and while traveling.
   3. Dovahlia is a small family business in Austin, Texas.

1. 1. Perfect for anyone who wants a smooth straight end result with little volume on any hair length provided you choose the right size for your length of hair.
   2. Features 100% pure boar bristles with added nylon pins for maximum control, honeycomb design and ionic technology. The ionic barrel and bristles technology helps to reduce frizz and add brightness. Cuticles are sealed, creating a smooth, soft texture from roots to ends.
   3. It creates loose curls and waves in medium to long hair and helps to straighten and add volume to shorter and medium styles.
   4. It comes in different sizes. Excellent buy for less than $14.00

1. 1. Brush is perfect for any type of hair and can be used by men or women regardless of hair style. Fine hair can take advantage of boar bristles stimulating natural scalp oils for healthier hair, while thicker hair will enjoy the detangling features.
   2. Two nice brushes for a good price, but the shape is going to be it’s limiting factor. It’s curved so that adding curls and bounce is going to be a challenge if not impossible.

1. 1. This is a natural hair bristle bristle and bamboo handle brush. It styles, detangles, and defrizzes as it uses your natural oil to deeply condition your hair from your roots, all the way to the tip of each follicle.
   2. Another dual purpose brush combining pure boar bristles and nylon pins in a unique configuration that both detangles stubborn knots and spreads nourishing oils from your scalp all along the length of your hair.

1. 1. The ceramic coated barrel not only has high-heat resistance, anti-static but is also lightweight.
   2. It reduces the frizzy and makes hair shiny & healthy due to the ceramic plus ion and boar bristles.
   3. Great for straightening, curling, blow drying normal or thick hair, straight or curly, medium to long hair.
   4. At this price this one deserves high marks. Very nicely done.

1. 1. This is a true texture medium hard wave brush and good for cuts 2.5 to Wolfing Stage.
   2. Has great pull and also has good penetration TP450 is firmer than a medium & softer than a hard but still is very firm.
   3. The curve contours to the shape of your head for better grip in which honestly I am not a big fan of due to I believe it limits the brushes versatility.
   4. Not for long hair, fresh cuts or tender scalps.
   5. The world’s best wave brushes, the King is great.

1. 1. This is an oval palm military style wave brush. If you do not like a really stiff brush this one is for you.
   2. It has very good pull and is similar to the TP0646 for wavers with a cut 2.5+. Penetrates thick course hair.
   3. Great for vertical brushing.
   4. Not for long hair, thin hair or tender scalps and fresh cuts.
   5. The red hot finish is amazing.

1. 1. Nearly identical to the TP350 but; little less firmer. 100 percent medium boar, no nylon bristles.
   2. TP490 is for all waving stages, from fresh cut to wolfing stage.
   3. Bristles that won’t lean, meaning faster progress, and better hook-up and tension with great pull.
   4. The Torino Pro is specifically designed for waving. And of course you get the exquisite glossy candy paint finish for which Torino is known.

1. 1. Features a ceramic vented barrel that allows up to 50 percent more air flow from a blow dryer and evenly distributes heat to make hair dry quickly and straighten out.
   2. Boar bristles lift hair at the right roots, adding brightness and volume.
   3. Good for fine, normal, full, thick, coarse and frizzy hairs of all hair types.
   4. Take your unruly thick hair and turn it into a shiny, glossy, spectacular style that looks like a hairdresser has done your hair professionally.

1. 1. Good basic round boar brush with a wooden handle.
   2. Excellent value.

1. 1. A thick coarse hair waver’s dream.
   2. Warning this is an extremely hard brush.
   3. This brush will tame your wolf and reach your scalp.
   4. TP 470 works on all layers of hair with amazing pull.
   5. Not for fresh cuts and tenders.

1. 1. Features a unique combination of 100% natural premium boar bristles blended with Intelliflex bristles. This magical combination of bristles will gently detangle your hair while adding shine and removing impurities.
   2. The magical combination will also help boost the circulation of your scalp and spread the natural oils from the root to the tip of your hair, leaving you with longer, thicker, smoother and healthier.
   3. This brush is one of my favorites because it’s high quality at a low price.
   4. Great value!

1. Also comes in leopard. Can be used on dry hair and works well on extensions and wigs. It’s the boar bristles that will make your hair shine.
2. Dare I say this might be the best non-round brush period! And if you consider the price of less than $9.00 then I definitely can say “This is the best non-round brush for less than $10.00 period“.
3. Also available in other exotic styles like, Snake and Animal Tiger.

Conclusion

Quick note about Torino brushes and Brush King. The main reason why I like them for Wavers is because they actually have a hand in the brush design. They design their brushes from start to finish with demanding consumers in mind. They have a different brush for every stage of waving which is important because one brush can’t do it all.

The most important thing to remember when looking for a high quality brush is to get one for it’s indented purpose and of course one that fits your hair style. For example, buying a straight up boar brush to detangle you hair is not going to work. You would be much better off purchasing a Wet Brush or a detangling comb. If you have long thin hair, a paddle style brush will cut your brushing time by approximately 25% over a regular oval brush. These are just some of the many factors that should be considered and covered in other articles. Good brushes do not need a high price tag, just quality materials.

References

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https://www.proquest.com/openview/324f6ee0629c03ec86773a3d83fc8cb4/1?pq-origsite=gscholar&cbl=30763

https://wetbrush.com

https://brushking.org