Not only did it arrive housed in a beautiful case, which helps prevent dust accumulating in the bristles, (though don’t forget to shampoo your brushes to keep them clean!), but the soft wood handle felt sturdy and smooth in my hand, unlike others. “Our Repair & Shine Hairbrush serves as a genuine 2-in-1 tool, designed for both scalp and hair care,” Julia Tissot-Gaillard, CEO of Altesse tells me. “It effectively massages the scalp, stimulating blood circulation to improve the supply of nutrients and oxygen to hair follicles.” Not only that, but Tissot-Galliard adds that it efficiently removes excess sebum. “This allows the scalp to ‘breathe’, promoting strong and healthy hair growth.” (While the scalp doesn’t literally breathe, skin that’s free from debris and product buildup is the perfect starting ground for healthy strands and a flake-free scalp.) At $260, it’s easily the fanciest brush I’ve ever owned, but it isn’t ostentatious for luxury’s sake; it genuinely made my hair feel healthier and softer without using any extra products or treatments.
