Why wooden comb over plastic comb?

To begin with, way before plastic existed, wooden combs were used to maintain our hair. They are not only beneficial to us but are sustainable too. Nothing can be easier than switching to wooden combs to maintain your hair’s health.  It is not only about giving health benefits to our scalp but also about taking pride on having eco-friendly solutions for the self and for our nature.     Benefits of wooden combGentle on your hairWooden combs are carbon based just like your hair. Since both have a static charge wooden combs gives your hair a smooth, frizz free and gentle look.Prevents Allergies and InfectionsPlastic combs may at times cause allergies or infections if you have a sensitive scalp. Whereas adhyay wooden combs are made from natural ingredients hence are less likely to irritate the skin and keep allergies and infections away. Easily detangles and prevents breakagePlastic comb when used for detangling, detangles the hair along with breakage and pain. Detangling using a wooden comb is pain free and prevent breakage too.Prevents GreasinessWooden combs evenly distribute the oil from scalp to hair and so prevents the hair from greasiness. Wooden combs help the hair to stay healthy.Prevents DandruffAs wooden comb distributes the scalp oil evenly as well as wooden comb teeth are rounded from the edge and so they are soft and gentle to the scalp and prevents skin irritation it prevents Dandruff.Boosts Blood FlowProper blood circulation is very important for having a healthy hair and scalp. When you use wooden comb, it gives a massaging effect to your hair. This gives a good effect to your nerves, quietens your mind and combing makes you feel good.  Boosting your blood flow.Improves Hair GrowthWhen you use a wooden comb, the scalp gets nourished with proper nutrients and it also improves blood circulation, hence improves hair growth and making them bouncy and thicker.Eliminates dirt and other foreign particles Metal and plastic combs have more static charge due to which its more likely that dust and dirt will stick to the comb and hair will be more exposed to it. Whereas a wooden comb helps in brushing out the dust and won’t deposit dust.DurabilityWooden combs are stronger compared to plastic combs. The teeth of plastic combs can break easily. Wooden combs are not only beneficial for your hair but once you dispose your wooden comb it will return to earth, hence beneficial for the environment too.Recommended by DermatologistsSince a wooden comb has so many benefits and is a natural antiseptic for your scalp it is recommended by most dermatologists and hairstylists.First published at Women Planet