Junior green picks the best brushes for afro hair

Each strand of afro-textured hair grows in tiny spring-like, spiral shapes. The overall effect is that it appears (and feels) denser than straight hair. It should also be said that afro-textured hair is difficult to categorise because of the many different variations it has from person to person. Those variations include pattern, size, density, strand diameter and feel. Due to the unique shape of afro-textured hair, it can be very prone to breakage when combed or brushed. Therefore, it is essential to choose the correct hairbrush or comb for this hair type. Here, former winner of HJ's Afro Hairdresser of the Year, Junior Green, picks his favourite Denman  brushes and combs designed especially for afro hair. D31 and D41 Freeflow Brush Junior says: "The Free-Flow has many advantages when working with Afro hair. It’s great at the backwash and for de-tangling thick natural Afro hair or extension weaves. I always start off with the Free-Flow when rough drying to remove excess water." Denman say: "The medium 7-row D31 grooming brush has widely-spaced pins set into a half-round pad, making it perfect for producing movement in the hair. It's ideal for detangling afro hair. "The D41 is a larger version, with 9 rows of pins set into a half-round pad. It's especially effective for detangling longer afro hair." D83 Large Paddle Brush Junior says: "The paddle brush is amazing for dressing out sets. I use it for finishing and when I want to create big hair or soft sexy waves." Denman say: "This paddle brush is perfect for gently grooming hair. The ball-ended nylon pins are set into an air-cushioned natural rubber pad for extra softness" D23 Afro Comb Denman say: "Manufactured to the highest standard of precision and quality, this afro comb is well-balanced with high impact resistance for ultimate performance." [Hair by Junior Green]