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<\/p>\nChanging our appearance has always been a vital part of the human need to express our identity. Different clothes and makeup along with changes in hairstyle and hair color have been a part of our culture for several millennia.<\/p>\n
Some may consider such changes in looks superficial or unnecessary. But the fact that we are so persistent at expressing ourselves through our look speaks to a deeper reason behind it; something other than just wanting to look nice.<\/p>\n
Feeling understood is a basic human need. We search for this understanding by using body movements and language to communicate with others. Yet, there are more subtle ways in which we can communicate those more elusive aspects of our personalities. We do so by merging the symbolism behind different colors and patterns and the ideas they represent with our own physical appearance.<\/p>\n
Everyone knows the clich\u00e9 about breakups and hair change. But, after going through any stressful period in our lives, both men and women tend to change their hair. It is really easy to attribute this behavior to vanity. But it is much more likely for people to change their haircut and hair color in order to communicate that they have been through a life-changing experience and that they are not the same person they were before. The best way to communicate that subtle change in character is by making changes to their hair.<\/p>\n
All of that being said, in other articles, we have talked about haircuts and hairstyles. Today, we are going to focus on hair dye. This is one of the most visible manners of changing your hair. That is why when dyeing your own hair or someone else\u2019s you want to make sure that you have a good dye brush.<\/p>\n
Now, a visit to a hair salon is not cheap. That is why some people often use a store-bought box of hair dye and its hair dye brush in hopes of achieving salon-worthy results. Sometimes those efforts are a success, but they often end up with an emergency hair appointment and regrets over the outcome. (Hello, orange-yellow hair that should have been a beachy blonde!).<\/p>\n
Many people attribute these home-coloring fails to the quality of the hair dye \u2013 and they are not wrong. But what most people do not realize is that hairdressers use not only professional hair dyes but professional hair color brushes as well.<\/p>\n
We all tend to use the dye brush that comes in the hair dye box. This tool is almost always low-quality, flimsy, slippery, and looks like it will fall apart after only one use.<\/p>\n
That is why we have made this buying guide in which you can find hair color brush reviews. We have included our top picks for the best hair dye brushes and interesting hair color brush information, as well as tips and tricks on how to use them. Enjoy!<\/p>\n
Classic, long-lasting, and a best seller, all in one product. There is not one (and we mean it \u2013 not one) dissatisfied customer with this fantastic five-star Framar Power Painter brush!<\/p>\n
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Buy on Amazon<\/a><\/p>\n It is lauded by hair coloring professionals and amateurs alike as an all-around hair dye brush that is easy to handle and that lasts for a very long time.<\/p>\n Framar made this brush to keep up with the latest trends in the industry. Specifically, it was designed for the balayage trend that has taken both runways and the rest of the world by storm. Regular hair dying brushes pick up too much product because their goal is to cover all of the hair rather than blending. The Framar Power Painter, on the other hand, picks up just enough product and diffuses it perfectly throughout the hair strands. It is wide enough to allow for faster color distribution on bigger surfaces, which is key to achieving a successful and well-balanced balayage.<\/p>\n This brush comes in a set of two, with one black and one pink. This is really helpful if you are going for two-tone highlights. Built to last and incredibly sturdy, even if this brush ends up covered in hair dye, the ergonomic handle makes it easy to maneuver so it will not slip out of your hand.<\/p>\n Customers are unanimous in their reviews. They say that this brush is a joy to work with and makes blending and hair painting a breeze. It is an ideal choice for not only balayage, but for lowlights, high-contrast weaving (feathering), and babylights (without weaving).<\/p>\n The AccuSoft bristles are a company staple. They are three times denser than a regular brush and are flexible enough to make the color transitions soft and imperceptible.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n One of the best things about the Framar family pack is that you can actually get high-quality, professional hair color brushes at a budget price. The three brushes come with different bristle widths and handle functions. This will allow you to achieve any coloring style you like and really get your money\u2019s worth.<\/p>\n Buy on Amazon<\/a><\/p>\n All three brushes feature AccuSoft bristles. They are soft enough to make blending easy while stiff enough to apply the color evenly. The brushes come with tapered edges, which guarantee high precision and easy detailed application.<\/p>\n The extra-wide brush is exactly what the name says. It is truly extra-wide, making it perfect for quick root touch-ups, without losing any precision during application. The second dye brush is the classic Framar brush that can be used for most color applications. The third brush in the set is a multifunctional medium-sized brush with a metal pin tail to enable effortless parting and sectioning of the hair.<\/p>\n Together, these brushes are all you need to foil, tone, balayage, highlight, lowlight, blend, feather, and color melt. This amount of variety would be enough for them to be our top pick. The only reason that the Framar Power Painter prevailed was that its brushes have the same quality bristles but at three times the density!<\/p>\n This Framar variety pack allows for precision color placement, which will reduce product waste. The bristles\u2019 perfect balance between softness and stiffness will keep them from pulling on your hair and will allow them to apply even very thick, pasty color mixtures evenly.<\/p>\n On the cons side, in the brush reviews, a few consumers reported that the bristles were frayed a tiny bit, even before use. But they also stayed the same throughout use, without fraying further. One user noted that the seam on the extra-wide brush was not formed well, causing a serrated edge. Even though it was not exactly top-notch quality, they were still satisfied with their purchase.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n This three-pack of trendy, translucent, Soft \u2018N Style hair dye brushes is extremely practical for people who are on a budget. The brushes come in three different colors: blue, pink, and purple. Having three distinct brushes makes it really easy to achieve a nuanced, tonal look with up to three different hair colors without having to rinse the brushes in between.<\/p>\n Buy on Amazon<\/a><\/p>\n The bristles are easy to wash so that you can rinse out every last trace of the hair dye. This means you will have no problem using them over and over again. The bristles are made out of synthetic fibers, which are softer than most plastic bristles out there, especially in this price range. But they simply cannot beat Framar\u2019s AccuSoft bristles.<\/p>\n The Soft \u2018N Style brushes are not professional hair color brushes. They are not the fanciest brushes on the market, either. But they will get the job done. Because they are not too wide, they are good at applying hair color to specific strands. They are also great at dying all of your hair, as long as it is not too long or too thick. The length of the bristles and the handle allows you to apply dye or bleach to some hard-to-reach areas of your hair, making this a really great product for professional-looking DIY hair coloring.<\/p>\n The length of the handle makes it useful for sectioning the hair and flipping the strands as well as for stirring bleach or hair dye if need be. Yet, the handle does come with a downside. Due to its length, it bends easily after a few uses. The bristles can also start to bend and pull on the hair after being used a few times, especially with bleach. But, on the other hand, there are three identical brushes in this set, which means that they will last for a long time, regardless if they are of a slightly lower quality than our top two picks.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n This is a great, one-size-fits-all option for those who do not like to make a fuss about their hair coloring. The handle of this Diane tint brush is sturdy and durable while its large size makes it easy to cover a lot of hair, fast. It is also excellent for touching up roots in a hurry.<\/p>\n Buy on Amazon<\/a><\/p>\n At their widest, the bristles are 2.5 inches (6.3 cm) apart and are made out of black nylon, which makes them effortless to clean. The handle is great for sectioning the hair and it will not bend or break under the weight of the hair sections. The bristles are on the stiffer side, so until you work them in a bit, it will be a bit harder to evenly distribute the hair dye. However, this brush will do a good job of coloring your hair, after you get used to it.<\/p>\n Some customers even reported using this brush to apply hair treatments, conditioners, and coconut oil to their hair. They were also more than satisfied with their results.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n This Mudder hair dye brush kit comes with five equally-sized brushes. This can come in handy if you are planning on trying a wild, rainbow-colored style or if you prefer to always have an extra brush on hand.<\/p>\n Buy on Amazon<\/a><\/p>\n These silver-grey hair tint brushes are best for personal use because they run a bit small for salons, where time is always of the essence. While the white nylon bristles are too narrow for some, they do contribute to the overall precision these brushes have to offer.<\/p>\n The tapered handle is made out of plastic and has a comfortable grip, making it easy to section hair. The plastic material is not of the highest quality, but these brushes never claimed to be the best on the market. They are a good deal with a satisfactory price-to-quality ratio, provided you do not have long or thick hair.<\/p>\n The bristles will not pull on your hair or get it stuck in them, making the coloring experience clean and enjoyable. Most customers have stated that they are satisfied with the brushes\u2019 performance. On top of that, these brushes do not shed their bristles either, which is a remarkable achievement considering their price.<\/p>\n The downside to these brushes is that they are not as easy to clean as some of the others mentioned. That is due to the combination of the tightly packed bristles that are on the stiffer side and the nylon material they are made out of.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n At nearly the same price as the Mudder brushes we have just seen, the Invisibles come as a 3-pack, with the added bonus of four duck clips included in the bag. If we had to choose an affordable brush to apply hair color \u2013 that is also ideal for a coloring beginner \u2013 we would definitely choose this one.<\/p>\n Buy on Amazon<\/a><\/p>\n Unlike many other brushes, the bristles on this semi-transparent brush are not soft, nor do they want to be. They are sturdy for a reason and that is to cater to the needs of people with textured or thick hair. At around 2.25 inches (5.7 cm), the bristles are also pretty wide, which makes them ideal for root touch-ups.<\/p>\n While they are not completely transparent as advertised, these brushes are stylish. They will make for pleasing aesthetics if you also have a transparent dye bowl and need the brush to match. These brushes are extremely easy to clean and with a bit of shampoo<\/a> and lukewarm water. They will recover even if the dye has stayed on them for a day or two. (Hey! It happens, right?)<\/p>\n The dip in the plastic handle makes it comfortable to hold and the plastic does not feel cheap. This brush is solid enough to make this a purchase that will last.<\/p>\n One major downside that makes this brush tricky for professional use is precisely the sturdiness of the handle. While it is solid, its tip is also too wide to be able to section hair with ease, so it really is not that convenient for use in hair salons.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n The Colortrak brushes come in a pack of three. With a price of around $5, they also pack a punch! They feature stiff, angled, rounded bristles that will not fall off or fray and are suitable for dying thick hair. Even though one customer did not agree with this, a lot of others did. At this price point, it is not that important if it turns out that your hair is indeed too thick for these bristles.<\/p>\n Buy on Amazon<\/a><\/p>\n The wide bristles might not be ideal for doing highlights on small strands, but with a little practice, they could be used for balayage. These colorful brushes can be reused many times and are easily washable. If would you like to feel a bit fancy, travel a lot, or do not dye your hair regularly, you will be glad to know that each brush comes with a clear plastic cap that covers the bristles for easy storage and transport.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Made for applying highlights and relaxers, this Annie Silicone Dye Brush six-pack includes two small, two medium and two large brushes.<\/p>\n Buy on Amazon<\/a><\/p>\n One of their main selling points is that they are the fastest and the easiest to clean out of all other brushes. Simply take off the silicone applicator, rinse it out, and let it air dry. Also, because no product is wasted by getting stuck in the bristles, this silicone brush is the best in the cost-efficiency department. Annie Silicone Brushes all come in different widths, ranging from less than 1 inch (2.5 cm) to 1.5 inches (3.8 cm).<\/p>\n However, a lot of hairstylists refuse to use these, because the product can fall off the silicone brush applicators often. This brush also cannot deposit the product evenly on longer, thicker hair or on individual strands. These brushes are excellent for applying hair conditioner using broad strokes and they really shine when people with short and\/or thin hair need coloring. It all comes down to your specific needs and hair type.<\/p>\n For all those nifty people out there, these silicone hair dye brushes can also be used in the kitchen, for painting crafts, and for other creative hobbies.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Similar to the 6-pack of Annie Silicone Brushes we just mentioned, these are also used for applying highlights and relaxers. They also make the perfect mixing tool. As with any silicone brush, they are very easy to clean.<\/p>\n Buy on Amazon<\/a><\/p>\n These brushes come in a pack with two medium-sized brushes. One is a flat brush while the other one has “teeth” or faux-bristle endings for easier application. They are effective for root touch-ups and depositing thicker hair dyes and conditioners. While the silicon color is pretty, do not be surprised if it washes off and the brushes become all black after a few uses.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n These colored rubber applicators come in a set of three, which are all different sizes. The small is 1 inch (2.5 cm), the medium is 1.5 inches (3.8 cm), and the large is 2 inches (5 cm). They are chemical resistant, soft, and flexible, which makes them ideal for applying hair relaxer. These brushes will simplify the process of applying relaxer so that you can simply forget about the wooden stick that usually comes in the kit.<\/p>\nPros:<\/h4>\n
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2. Framar Coloring Brush 3-Pack Set<\/h3>\n
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3. Soft \u2018N Style Translucent Dye Brush 3-Pack Set<\/h3>\n
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Additional Options to Consider<\/h2>\n
4. The Diane Large Tint Brush<\/h3>\n
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<\/p>\n5. Mudder 5-Pack Hair Dye Coloring Brushes<\/h3>\n
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<\/p>\n6. Invisibles Large Tint Brush 3-Pack<\/h3>\n
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<\/p>\n7. Colortrak Wide Color Brush 3-Pack<\/h3>\n
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<\/p>\n8. Annie Silicone Dye Brush 6-Pack<\/h3>\n
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<\/p>\n9. Annie Silicone Dye Brush Teal 2-Pack<\/h3>\n
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<\/p>\n10. Soft \u2018N Style Rubber Color Applicator 3-Pack<\/h3>\n
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