Wiley has some tips on choosing the right brush for your hair length and style. For starters, those with short hair will want to opt for a round brush with a smaller barrel so it can gather and part even at shorter lengths. Medium-length hair types can opt for a larger brush with an ideal diameter of 1.7 to 2.75 inches. Longer hair types (especially if your hair is also thick) can even use a large brush about three to four inches in diameter.
If you have curly or wavy hair, Wiley also has some notes on what to do before getting started with a round brush. “She says: “Rubl, curly and frizzy hair need different tools and techniques because the hair that grows out of the scalp is different. necessary, needs. You’ll want to detangle and define when to start with wet or damp hair. Great options for wavy, curly and bouncy hair are Brush wet shower separator ($6) and Denman Classic styling brush ($20). These will separate and define curls instead of separating and spreading. “Wiley’s picks and a few of our favorite round brushes are below.
