For many stylists, mastering tools is deeply personal. I delayed launching my brush line by 8 months to perfect The Flat brush – because I know round brushes aren't for everyone. After months of testing, I've fallen in love with its precision. Now, Ensemble Hair wouldn't be complete without it!
Here are my proven techniques for achieving flawless blowouts with The Flat brush:
Preparation: The Foundation of Perfection
Step 1: Prime Your Hair
Rough-dry hair to 50% moisture using The DeTangler brush. Apply a leave-in conditioner and hair oil before sectioning. This creates slip and protects against heat damage.
Pro Tip: Focus product on mid-lengths to ends – avoid roots to prevent greasiness.
Core Technique: Mastering The Flat Brush
Step 2: Root Tension
Position the brush so hair sits in the boar bristle section. Rock it firmly against the scalp while directing the dryer nozzle downward. This creates lift at the roots without frizz.
Step 3: Horizontal Pulling
Maintain a flat horizontal position as you pull through sections. Keep the dryer nozzle at a 45-degree angle following the brush. This alignment ensures smooth cuticle direction.
Step 4: Thumb Anchor Trick
For fine hair, place your thumb on the brush's wood frame over the hair section. This adds tension for sleeker results without breakage.
Advanced Styling: Customizing Your Finish
Step 5: Hairline Perfection
Over-direct sections toward the face when working the hairline. This smooths stubborn baby hairs. Use the brush's edge to "cup" roots for extra control.
Step 6: Volume vs. Sleek (Above Ears)
- For volume: Hold brush horizontally with nozzle under hair
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For sleekness: Angle brush downward with nozzle following
Pro Insight: This angle choice creates dramatically different textures!
Step 7: End Game: Straight vs. Beveled
- Pin-straight ends: Finish with hair sitting on the brush's paddle
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Soft bend: Curve ends over the brush's edge while applying heat
Why it works: The paddle surface creates tension; the edge allows controlled bending.
Pro Secrets: Why The Flat Brush Outperforms
Unlike round brushes, The Flat's design offers:
- Larger surface area for faster drying
- Boar bristles for natural shine distribution
- Ergonomic shape for wrist-friendly tension
- Versatile edges for multiple finish options
"I've tested 40+ brushes – The Flat's unique geometry cuts drying time by 30% while improving smoothness." – Hair Tech Journal
Final Polish: Locking in the Look
Always finish with a cool shot from your dryer to set the style. For extra longevity, mist with a light-hold hairspray before the cool shot.
Pro Maintenance: Clean The Flat brush weekly with gentle shampoo and conditioner to preserve bristle integrity.