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Despite the tousled locks of Julius Caesar and Abraham Lincoln, the comb
grooming tool, the comb has evolved into many forms for all types of hair.
The type of comb you need will vary depending on your hair's thickness and
texture, as well as the purpose of the comb. Parting hair requires a different
History
The earliest use of the comb can be traced to as far back as 5,000 years ago.
In fact, primitive versions of the comb have been found throughout history
combs were worn as hair accessories that reflected one's social status. Over
time, combs have evolved into more efficient tools for hair maintenance and
hair care. Today, there are hundreds of different combs depending on your
Combs serve different functions for different hair types and styles. Typically,
combs are used to tame stray hairs and detangle wet hair. Another common
use for the comb is to secure hair in one position before placing it in a
ponytail. Combs may also be used to part hair for coloring, conditioning and
braiding. Combs can also be worn as decorative accessories that hold hair in
a specific style. During the 1930s and 1940s, when sophisticated updos were
the fashion, the decorative hair comb emerged as the accessory of choice.
Features
In its earliest incarnation, the comb was carved from wood and, sometimes,
combs. General use comes in beauty salons, barbershops and bathrooms are
most commonly made from plastic, while specialty combs and high-end
combs can be made from steel, gold and platinum. All combs have teeth,
called combdrumbs, but the size and spacing of the teeth vary by comb.
Additionally, combs may have a small thin handle called a "rattail" used for
parting hair.
Types
Generally, there are three types of combs; hair combs, decorative combs
and flea combs. Hair combs are used to style and maintain hair. Decorative
combs are simple accessories meant to dress up the hair and serve no
purpose in taking care of your hair. Flea combs, although used on the hair
sometimes, are used to search for incredibly tiny parasites like lice, fleas or
crabs. Running a flea comb over the infected area will damage the parasites,
Warning
build-up of dirt and oils in hair can lead to certain scalp conditions. To keep
your scalp and hair healthy, wash combs regularly with shampoo.
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comb/