Vintage Hairbrushes you can still buy today

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Hello lovelies,
Today I will be discussing vintage hairbrushes you can still buy today.

History of the hairbrush:
The earliest U.S. patent for a modern hairbrush was by Hugh Rock in 1854. Samuel Firey patented a brush with elastic wire teeth and natural bristles in 1870. In 1898, Lyda D. Newman invented an "Improved Hairbrush," which allowed for easy cleaning and had bristles separated wide enough to allow for easy combing.

In 1777, William Kent founded Kent Brushes in Hertfordshire, England, a company that became the first known hairbrush manufacturer. The company created its brushes from wood and bristle—most commonly made from animal hair or feathers—with each brush taking up to 12 individuals to craft. After 230 years, Kent Brushes still holds the title "the world's oldest hairbrush manufacturer."

It took over 100 years and an industrial revolution before the automatic brush-boring machine in 1885, which allowed for hairbrushes to be churned out at a more marketable speed. In this same year, Mason Pearson also created "the original rubber-cushioned brush," a design that was perfected in the 1920s and remains popular in most modern hairbrushes.

However, it wasn't until Lyda Newman entered the hairbrush arena that brushes as we know them today truly took form. In 1898, Newman, an African-American inventor, hairdresser, and women's rights activist, modified and patented the hairbrush to include durable synthetic bristles and a ventilation chamber that enables easier cleaning, along with a storage place for any debris pulled from the scalp or hair. For those who use hair dryers, variations of Lyda Newman's ventilated brush are likely bathroom staples. However, the creation of the round styling brush is credited to French stylist Patrick Alès, who in 1965 decided to "break free from styling hair with hot rollers" in favor of creating a "blown out" look using a round brush of his invention.

Today, there is almost as great a range of hairbrushes as an array of hair types. Some brushes, such as the Kent Brushes, are still handcrafted with carefully selected wood and bristles, while others are made exclusively of plastic and rubber. Some brushes are for styling, while others remain simple detangling and grooming tools.

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Denman:

Goody:

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[britsticher]

I think a nice hair brush always makes a fabulous gift. It's not something people usually would buy for themselves.

[peachyb.]

In the late 20th Century, the famous Beverly Hills hairdresser Jose Eber himself gave me a Mason Pearson brush, and I still use it today. I am so stoked that I'm going to be one of those old ladies that tells personal stories that include the phrase "in the late 20th century".

[janetkensett]

I have a handbag sized Mason Pearson brush which was made by my husband, who worked for the company in England back in 1971. The employees were permitted to take one item if they wanted to. It is made with pure bristles and I love using it to give my hair a great shine. I saw the large one a couple of years ago in a TJ Maxx, and it was priced at well over $1-200.00! I also have a handbag sized white Denman hairbrush and love that also.

[Vcaser]

I splurged on a Dark Ruby mixed bristle Mason Pearson from EBay after coveting one since the 90s. I found out Jane Seymour swears by hers and wanted it ever since. I figure I deserve one after going through chemo and losing all my beautiful hair a few years ago! It is now longer than it has been in years and I have my Mason Pearson!! 💕 I love your channel, Laura

[LaDivinaLover]

I wish Mason Pearson still made their hairbrushes with rosewood. My grandmother has one and it’s beautiful but she will NOT give it to me. Lol 😂

[lianelevy]

I have a Mason Pearson (mixed bristle handy). It was worth every penny.

[rosa-f]

I loved this about hairbrushes I have a paddle hairbrush from Avon Cosmetics and I have had it for about 20yrs or more and it's still like new no wear or tear so I have never thought of replacing it xx

[deborahdirago]

Thank you for this video. I love my Mason Pearson brush and it was so nice to hear the history. I have mine for over 15 years and still like new. You just need to clean it.

[Magdalene]

I looked up the brand of hairbrush I've been using since I was a child, Isinis of France, and they started in 1909. I think my first one lasted 25 years, until the rubber that holds the bristles gave out. They're a bit pricey, but worth it for how long they last.

[lipstickperfume]

great video! please do a video on the history of make up brushes too! <3

[ShinbiBelldandy]

I haven't used a hairbrush in probably almost two years. Since I stopped relaxing my hair, I'm getting used to my natural hair texture & trust me, brushes have gotten caught up in there! XD I need to find one suitable for my hair & I finally acknowledge that it may mean spending more than $7! LOL No such luck yet though.

[Hell]

I love my Mason Pearson it’s so nice on the scalp and it makes the hair look really shiny and pretty . If I have granddaughters I plan on getting them each one . So glad you did vintage brushes ❤️

[joycefinney]

I have a cream denman brush I bought in the 60’s for back combing my hair to make a beehive hairstyle.Still use it today to back comb my hair but not as intense as for a beehive.

[shannalynnmeighan]

Dear Laura Jane Atelier - thank you, this was wonderful ! Great, I love a good Hairbrush history talk ! 💥

[tiffanytaylor]

The Denman brush for curly hair is the best!

[MakeUpTraffic]

Just discovered your channel and going to binge watch it now.

[Nola]

Ugh, they're all lovely. I've always wanted a Mason Pearson brush, but unshockingly, I couldn't afford it. Is it possible some more affordable options to some of these beautiful brushes? Maybe give some background info on them as well?

[hollywoodglamour]

Loved this! I love Mason Pearson and Denman brushes, I haven’t tried Kent yet.

[Hevynly]

I've used a Jean-Pierre made in France for the longest time. They've been around since the 60s. Very nice brush! I also use a Denman for brushing out my wet sets. It's the perfect brush for that.