What to Look for in the Best Hair Brush for Blow Drying Curly Hair

Choosing the right hair brush can make blow drying curly hair easier and help maintain healthy, defined curls.

1. Bristle Type

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Opt for brushes with flexible, widely spaced bristles such as nylon or boar/nylon blends. These help detangle curls gently without causing breakage or frizz.

2. Shape and Design

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Round brushes are ideal for creating volume and smoothing, while vented paddles allow faster drying with less heat damage. Look for a brush that suits your styling goals.

3. Heat Resistance

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A brush designed to withstand high temperatures is crucial when blow drying. Ceramic or tourmaline-coated barrels can distribute heat evenly and minimize hot spots.

4. Handle Comfort

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Blow drying curly hair can take time, so choose a brush with an ergonomic, non-slip handle for better control and comfort during styling sessions.

  1. 1
    Volume 2.0 Round Brush
    158 REVIEWS
    Volume and body. Shiny results.
  2. 2
    Ceramic Paddle Brush

    Moroccanoil

    1 REVIEWS
    A high-performance ceramic paddle brush that speeds up drying time and leaves hair shiny.
  3. 3
    Dry Vent Brush
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    Faster drying. Beautiful results.
  4. 4
    Large Round Brush

    Oribe

    9 REVIEWS
    Custom-designed round brush to add maximum volume and shine.
  5. 5
    The Blow-Dry Brush N°2

    Sisley Paris

    10 REVIEWS
    Straightens thick and curly hair, and gives shape to straight hair.
  6. 6
    Airwrap i.d. Multi-Styler and Dryer Curly+Coily
    73 REVIEWS
    Limited Edition
    Our latest Airwrap technology, with 6-in-1 versatility. Dry, curl, wave, shape, stretch and diffuse.
  7. 7
    Aire 360 Ceramic Air Styler Blowout Kit
    203 REVIEWS
    A ceramic air styler featuring superior heat and air performance to style high-gloss blowouts and long-lasting curls with zero heat damage.
  8. 8
    Smooth Style Ceramic Heated Brush
    1 REVIEWS
    A heat styling brush that combines the heat-styling benefits of a flat iron with the convenience of a paddle brush.
  9. 9
    Volume 3.0 Round Brush
    159 REVIEWS
    Volume and body. Shiny results.
  10. 10
    Ceramic Vented Round Brush 1" Barrel
    2 REVIEWS
    For blow-drying shorter styles and root lift.

What to Look for in the Best Hair Brush for Blow Drying Curly Hair

Choosing the right hair brush can make blow drying curly hair easier and help maintain healthy, defined curls.

1. Bristle Type

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Opt for brushes with flexible, widely spaced bristles such as nylon or boar/nylon blends. These help detangle curls gently without causing breakage or frizz.

2. Shape and Design

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Round brushes are ideal for creating volume and smoothing, while vented paddles allow faster drying with less heat damage. Look for a brush that suits your styling goals.

3. Heat Resistance

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A brush designed to withstand high temperatures is crucial when blow drying. Ceramic or tourmaline-coated barrels can distribute heat evenly and minimize hot spots.

4. Handle Comfort

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Blow drying curly hair can take time, so choose a brush with an ergonomic, non-slip handle for better control and comfort during styling sessions.