*This* Is How to Clean and Maintain Your Hair Styling Tools

Think of your hair tools as your ride-or-die BFFs. Treat them right, and they’ll keep on slaying for years. Forget about them? You’re asking for a breakup (aka bad hair days). Let’s learn how to keep your tools squeaky clean and performance-ready, with pro tips from Dionysiou, a professional stylist at Salon Benjamin.

1. Brushes

Your brushes deserve VIP treatment. After every use, get rid of any hair or product gunk. Dionysiou says, “I always spray my brushes with antibacterial spray and let them air dry. For a deeper clean, soak them in warm soapy water, rinse thoroughly, and air dry overnight.” Keeping brushes clean keeps your hair fresh and prevents nasty bacteria from crashing the party.

Pro tip: Skip the blow dryer heat on boar bristle brushes unless you’re looking to fry those delicate bristles. 

2. Heating Tools

Once your flat iron or curling wand cools down, give it a quick wipe with a damp, warm cloth. Skip the harsh cleaners! Dionysiou warns, “Cleaning products aren’t designed for high temperatures and can ruin your irons.” Oh, and don’t be a cord-twister, it causes internal breakage and drama you don’t need. Fortunately, our tools at Foxybae have 360-swivel cords to help prevent this. Finally, proper storage is the key to longevity. Wrap up compactly and keep away from water or other items that might scratch the product.

3. Blow Dryers

Hot tip: Don’t forget your dryer’s back filter! Dionysiou recommends, “Periodically detach and rinse the filter under water, or wipe it down. This maintains airflow and prevents overheating.” Nobody wants a burnout... not you, not your dryer. Wrap cords loosely to keep things tidy and extend the life of your tool. 

4. Hair Clips and Combs

Clips and combs? They’re the unsung heroes of your styling game. Keep them fresh by soaking in Barbicide or spritzing them with antibacterial spray. “Having multiples on hand makes cleaning easier,” Dionysiou suggests. Clean tools = flawless hair. Simple math! 

A little TLC goes a long way for your tools, and your hair will totally thank you for it. Now, go give your tools the spa day they deserve!