Extensive types of combs are there in the market. A comb is hair’s best friend. Not a single day goes without using a comb at least once a day. A perfect hair day is everybody’s daily fantasy. You can spend thousands on shampoo and conditioner but without a comb, even the marvel of the best shampoo goes unidentified.

While there are several types of combs are there for you to choose from, not all combs are suitable for everyone. The most desirable comb for you is the one that suits your hair texture. Thick hair, curly hair, straight hair, frizzy hair – the list goes on.

There are many facts about the different types of combs you would be not aware of and in this blog, we discuss the discrete types of combs and their uses. We will also help you find out which comb suits your hair the best. Let’s go!

1. Wide-tooth comb

A wide-tooth comb needs no introduction. Every house in India has this comb by choice or default. A wide-tooth comb is made with large spacing between the teeth of the comb. It is ideally used to comb wet hair to untangle knots. A wide-tooth comb is a universal type of comb preferred by everyone irrespective of the hair type or length. This comb causes no damage to the hair especially reduces the chances of split-ends.

2. Fine tooth comb

A fine-tooth comb is made of sharp teeth that are arranged close together. This comb is ideally suitable for people with straight hair. A fine-tooth comb works well in bringing hair together and give it a tidy and perfect look. However, if you have very thick and voluminous hair, then a fine-tooth comb is not advisable.

3. Rake comb

A rake comb’s teeth are wide apart and thick and is ideally used to straighten hair. A rake comb causes minimum pain while untangling due to the thick teeth of the comb.

4. All-purpose comb

As the name suggests, an all-purpose comb is used for universal hairstyling purposes. This comb is divided into two parts with both thin and thick teeth in the comb. An all-purpose comb can be used for both untangling hair and hairstyling purposes.

5. Handle combs

A handle comb is another type of comb that comes with a handle, as the name suggests. Ideally used to life hair, handle combs fit into the category of daily use combs.

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Types of combs and their uses