Review- Styling Therapy, Reduce Dandruff , Copper Infused” hairbrush

Even if copper wasn't proven to help with dandruff, this brush is pretty rad. It's super soft and cushy so it doesn't feel like it's ripping my scalp to pieces. I tend to get flaky problems with my scalp especially during the more dry times of the year (which really sucks, let's be honest, because I wear black a lot and have jet black hair). I've used this for a few days and, from what I can tell, my scalp is actually less tight and itchy. I would totally recommend this to someone looking for a new cool brush, and hey, why not try it if you're flaky like me, the worst it could do was help a little.

Oh, almost forgot. You can get it at Target for $10 too.

Review - Monroe 'Lady in Red' Ceramic Brush

MONROE'S CERAMIC BRUSHES hold the heat during the duration of the blow dry time.Our new ceramic technology allows brush to convey heat to the hair for a faster and smoother blow dry. It accelerates the blow dry process.Our ceramic brushes have mixed boar bristles that allow for more tension and better performance. Recommended for any type of hair.Using MONROE brush minimizes frizz, especially in chemically processed hairs.
Regular Price $23.99 ... Your Price $12.99

Sheba says:

This brush is not exactly what I was looking for but it turned out to be a nice surprise. I do find that it helps with the frizzies as it has been like we need Noah's ark around here lately. The rain and the humidity are killers for my fine naturally curly hair. This does help tame them and it works wonders while blow drying my hair. I have had it for a while -- but I had to learn how to use it properly for me. I had just so-so results with some of my techniques. But I now have the appearance of smooth hair with some body to it -- even in this 'rainforest' weather we have been experiencing. I have no idea how much longer the sale is on the brush at the above site but it is definitely a bargain at this price.

Review - Monroe Brush "Glamur"

The Finishing Brushed have 100% First Cut boar Bristle. These bristles are softer-more delicate, to be used for finishing. The advantage of this bristle is that it closes the cuticle of each hair strand, and adds extra shine.

I have the Monroe Brush in Glamur which is a wonderful finishing round brush. It is not the one pictured above, but pretty close. This round brush is without a doubt one of the best hair brushes that my hair has ever seen. The bristles are much easier on the locks than plastic, I have not been noticing any tearing or pulling, even with my very long chemically processed hair. The brush really adds shine to my hair. I have been using it everyday, whether I blow dry or not, and my hair looks so soft, shiny and healthy. I cannot rave enough about this brush. It is fantastic and amazing. Though it might cost a little bit more than some brushes, it really is worth it. I'm addicted, I can't imagine not having it, or what I did before. Thank you Monroe!

Joyce says:

Review- Anyone with thin, fine hair such as mine usually learns that the best brush is a natural bristle brush, which prevents damage to the hair. I tried the hourglass-shaped “round” brush for fine to medium processed hair that promises to close hair cuticles and add shine. I followed the directions which say not to wind hair around it as you typically do with round brushes, but to take a section and pull the brush through slowly. At first I thought they had to be crazy; but as I kept doing this, I saw fullness at the crown and a smoother, shinier texture. Frankly, I was pleasantly surprised. The teaser brush also made me happy. Anytime I’ve teased sections before, even if I practically shellacked my hair with spray, the lift didn’t last; this is not so for this teaser brush—the effect lasts. And, because the bristles are natural, I’m not seeing any damage at all.

Review - Monroe Margaux Brush (Petite)

THE MARGAUX BRUSH is built with the highest quality 100% natural bristles with a nylon quill to stimulate the scalp's blood flow. The boar bristles have a unique quality that allows them to distribute the oils through the hair strands, to give the hair that most desired shine.

I don't often brush my hair. At all, really. Partially because it's fairly short (right now sort of a chin-length bob), and partially because I'm very lazy. However, I know you're supposed to brush your hair to make it shiny, so when I got this little Margaux brush from Monroe brushes, I figured I should give it the old college try. The brush feels nice when the nylon quills actually reach my scalp, but the weird thing is: they didn't always get all the way down in there. If the whole purpose of the nylon quills is to "stimulate the scalp's blood flow," then shouldn't they actually touch the scalp? I seriously do not have that much hair, folks. The bristles should get down in there.

The boar bristles, however, did what they were intended to do, which is distribute scalp oils through the strands. As an oily-haired girl, I found that the best time to do this was not at the beginning of the day, since by the end of the day, the natural oils would leave my hair looking greasy, but rather right before I showered and washed my hair. The oils protected it and made it come out looking softer and shinier. Weird, but it works!

The other use I found for this brush is smoothing over styled hair, such as a teased bouffant look (yes, I rock vintage hair as well as vintage clothing). Give the hair a once-over with this brush before spraying it, and it will be smoother and neater.

Review - Monroe Glamour Brush for Straight Finish / Processed Hair

100% Boar Bristle First Cut. This is the part of the boar bristle that provides shine and closes the cuticle of the hair. The bristles are perfectly perpendicular to the barrel to create a straight finish.

I'm kind of a hairbrush idiot. I've just been using the same 'air' type plastic conair brand brush I've bought at the local Duane Reades since I can remember (or Kmarts... or CVS's...) and blown my hair out as best as I could. I also straight iron my hair, which tends to curl out in unattractive ways when I don't beat it into submission. Little did I know that the quality of the brush you use could make such a difference. I always wondered why the flyaway fuzzies of my hair always smoothed out so much after having it professionally blown out. Well, now I know. This brush may seem a bit pricey (around $25?) but it is iron solid and I imagine will last forever. The Boar Bristles apparently lay flat all the unruly cuticles of each hair as you dry it which leaves hair much smoother and shinier than with a regular run of the mill brush. I tried it out after taking last night's shower, and decided to blow dry without using my ceramic iron, and my hair was soft and shinier than ever, even WITHOUT leave in conditioner... and it stayed nice and straight the way I wanted it, layers and all.

My one recommendation with blowing out your hair with these types of brushes is to not start when your hair is completely wet. Wait until it's about 20-30% dry before you start blow drying, which will decrease the possibility of breakage and other hair damage.

Amanda S. has more to say: So... I got another brush from Monroe. This time it was the ceramic brush for medium to coarse/very curly hair. I normally just use an average brush and use a ceramic iron to straighten my hair, but decided to give this brush a try the other night to see how it would hold up with a hair drying blowout instead of the iron. My hair wasn't fried or frizzy at all, it was smooth like using an iron and I could tell it was less damaging. Although I'm addicted to the iron, I will definitely alternate the two to give my hair a break. It's a great brush!

CitySlicker Says:
Totally based upon Amanda’s review I made sure to wait for my doo to somewhat dry before I even attempted to blow out my doo. Thanks for the tip! I have fine shoulder length hair that I blow out daily unless I am feeling lazy and put it up. When I dry it, I dry in sections, it’s easier for me and worked well with the brush I received. I got the Monroe Latina Envy brush which is designed for medium to coarse hair which I have neither... I can attest to the flexibility of the line. I have been using and getting great results. My brush is constructed with natural and longer synthetic bristles... The synthetic bristles are really hard and if I brush too hard it hurts my scalps so I avoid that! This brush grips my hair like no other, it provides such hold that I can dry each section with ease. My hair never strays off the brush now. When a section is dry it’s smooth, no frizz and straight... If there was no humidity I wouldn’t have to use an iron either. I will continue to use and think this brush is comfortable to use and style with... I can only imagine what this will do for people with coarse hair! AMAZING!

Review - Marilyn Double S Pro Round Brushes for Straightening

100% natural blond boar bristles
Foam handle
Enlarged neck in the handle so the hair won't get caught in the union of the wood and the foam
Gorgeous bottle green with green foam on the handle
Perfect for straight styling; bristles in a 90 degree angle gives less motion
The professionals choice!
Available in five sizes:
$17.85 - $31.50

CitySlicker Says:
These are one of my favorite brushes, I have fine hair that I dry and style everyday. I will either dry it under so it looks straight or flip it out for a "that girl" look. My hair is above my shoulders but I have used these when my hair was really short and beyond my shoulders.. I can tell you this, natural bristles are ther way to go, they totally add shine and offer a straighter look than the ones with the metal barrel. I never feel like I am going to burn my hair when going over it a few times.. These brushes really cling to the hair which allows me to start close to my head and pull out for a smooth finish, if I do this in sections I get a really straight smooth finish. If you look at the brushes above, check out how the bristles are angled towards the middle, I think this is the secret to not loosing peices of hair while drying it sends everything I brush to the center for an easy blow dry. My stylist turned me onto them and I have been a fan every since. I have a few others but these are my staples.. If you haven't tried em, RUN out and grab one.. I have the large and the next size down..