Dear Ugly

I’ve heard that you risk hair breakage if you brush it straight out of the shower. Is it true that I should only comb use a wide comb and wait until it’s fairly dry before brushing? #dearugly

I’ve heard that you risk hair breakage if you b...

Alison, Sorrento WA It’s a myth that you can’t brush wringing wet hair. But I wouldn’t use a cheap plastic brush with hard pins. It’s not only going to be...

I’ve heard that you risk hair breakage if you b...

Alison, Sorrento WA It’s a myth that you can’t brush wringing wet hair. But I wouldn’t use a cheap plastic brush with hard pins. It’s not only going to be...

A friend was telling me that there are hairbrushes that are ideal for kids with sensory issues. My daughter hates the sight of her brush. It doesn’t matter how slowly and gently I brush her hair, she ends up in tears. #dearugly

A friend was telling me that there are hairbrus...

Jill, Baulkham Hills That’s right! The founders of Ugly Swan designed a range of brushes that were gentle enough to use on the sensitive scalps of children with sensory issues....

A friend was telling me that there are hairbrus...

Jill, Baulkham Hills That’s right! The founders of Ugly Swan designed a range of brushes that were gentle enough to use on the sensitive scalps of children with sensory issues....

I’m looking for a brush I can use on my naturally tight curly hair that won’t cause it to go frizzy. What can you recommend? #dearugly

I’m looking for a brush I can use on my natural...

Jenny, Leabrook SA Most people with very curly hair struggle to control the frizz at some point. Trying to tame the frizz can take all of the joy out of...

I’m looking for a brush I can use on my natural...

Jenny, Leabrook SA Most people with very curly hair struggle to control the frizz at some point. Trying to tame the frizz can take all of the joy out of...

I’m looking for a brush to use when I’m putting my hair up in a bun or pony tail. I find it impossible to get my hair up without a lump unless I spend way too much time in front of the mirror. I’m usually running late to get out of the house as it is! #de

I’m looking for a brush to use when I’m putting...

Tanya, You might be surprised to learn that it’s the handle of your brush that’s to blame. A long-handled brush or comb is difficult to control and can’t give you...

I’m looking for a brush to use when I’m putting...

Tanya, You might be surprised to learn that it’s the handle of your brush that’s to blame. A long-handled brush or comb is difficult to control and can’t give you...

How often should I be washing my hair? The more often I wash it, the more it seems to need washing!

How often should I be washing my hair? The more...

That’s right. Your hair will adjust to your hair washing schedule. The longer you can leave it between washes, the less it will need washing. It’s not just the shampoo...

How often should I be washing my hair? The more...

That’s right. Your hair will adjust to your hair washing schedule. The longer you can leave it between washes, the less it will need washing. It’s not just the shampoo...

What Causes Frizzy Hair?

What Causes Frizzy Hair?

There are a number of factors to blame for frizzy, flyaway hair.  Dryness is the number one cause of frizz. When the hair shaft is dry, the cuticle is rough....

What Causes Frizzy Hair?

There are a number of factors to blame for frizzy, flyaway hair.  Dryness is the number one cause of frizz. When the hair shaft is dry, the cuticle is rough....