Is this 100% actual boar bristles as advertised, or is it a nylon/other synthetic+boar blends?
513931
It is 100% actual boar bristles. It is very dense and doesn't go thru my hair to the scalp like nylon brushes do.
513932
No,its boar bristle. But its from the base of the bristles, rather than the softer tips and I guess there is also a grade of bristle perhaps from younger boars. Its a good brush, don't get me wrong, but its not made of the higher quality softer part of the bristles. I have seen that one in Hammicher Schlemmer for 3 times the cost of this one.
513933
Well I don't have a boar to compare the bristles with, however, the bristles do not feel like they are plastic or nylon or synthetic. The brush is the best feeling brush I have ever seen or used. The bristles feel natural, the only other thing I have is a dart board which is 100% boar hair, and that also works nicely. The brush is a sturdy piece, a good buy.
1185988
Jessica, I have two copies of this brush, and there are two kinds of bristles--the straight up kind next to the bulb-on-the-end kind. I'm going to guess here and say both are synthetic. I love the brush--and I have thick, curly, fine hair, the kind that would show trouble if this brush was being rough on it.
1515236
No - they are plastic or nylon, but definitely NOT wood. I was really disappointed when I bought mine in July, because I thought the bristles were wood or bamboo from reading the other reviews. However, when the brush came, I discovered that they are plastic or nylon. The description doesn't say they're wood, but they don't say the brush has changed since the other reviews, either. It's also a very lightweight brush, with somewhat cheesy-looking screws holding it together. If you want a great wooden brush with actual wooden bristles (which actually do feel really great when you brush your hair), get the OTHER brush I ordered in July: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000KM3NDO/ref=cm_cr_asin_lnk No - they are plastic or nylon, but definitely NOT wood. I was really disappointed when I bought mine in July, because I thought the bristles were wood or bamboo from reading the other reviews. However, when the brush came, I discovered that they are plastic or nylon. The description doesn't say they're wood, but they don't say the brush has changed since the other reviews, either. It's also a very lightweight brush, with somewhat cheesy-looking screws holding it together. If you want a great wooden brush with actual wooden bristles (which actually do feel really great when you brush your... » Read More No - they are plastic or nylon, but definitely NOT wood. I was really disappointed when I bought mine in July, because I thought the bristles were wood or bamboo from reading the other reviews. However, when the brush came, I discovered that they are plastic or nylon. The description doesn't say they're wood, but they don't say the brush has changed since the other reviews, either. It's also a very lightweight brush, with somewhat cheesy-looking screws holding it together. If you want a great wooden brush with actual wooden bristles (which actually do feel really great when you brush your hair), get the OTHER brush I ordered in July: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000KM3NDO/ref=cm_cr_asin_lnk « Show Less
2247880
The back of the package just mentions that it is a 'Natural Bristle'. It does not clarify what type of 'Natural Bristle' it is. Sorry if I could not be more of a help.
710810
Yes it's soft. My husband has a 3 inch beard and long hair and its really helping to tame both. I dont see and nylon. this is by far the best boar hair brush ive come across. Good luck.
710812
This is most definitely NOT a soft brush. Unsure about the nylon. I have a beard which I wear shorter than you. It's okay for that but not for my head.
1065866
Personally my brushes look 100% real and not once did it cross my mind that they could be fake. I honestly ordered half on amazon and half on target just because they were cheaper on amazon. They seem real to me. No doubts
106783
The bristles are nylon. The brushes are too large for my intended use (clean hummingbird feeders), but at that price, I figured I could find another use for them.
2023226
I can't say with certainty whether the brush is authentic, but it seems to be very high quality and I'm happy with it.
524079
I really am not certain, having just received my first furminator. Seems real, has 4 long US patent numbers underneath the label. I would say it appears to be high quality and not a cheap knock off.
2152760
I don't know as I have fine straight hair. The boar bristles do help move the oil down the hair shaft and the plastic bristles have balled ends and are taller than boars bristles if that is of any help.
1341671
I'll be honest, I do not have much experience on the subject, this is my first set of makeup brushes, and the truth is that its bristles are super soft, and I have washed several times and have not dropped a hair. It's probable that they are 100% natural goat hair, but I guess someone with more experience can get us out of this doubt.
218829
It is the real thing. But mine came in a couple days with Prime. As long as it says Furminator on it, you are good. I saw some rip offs on Amazon. They didn't have he name on it. I bought the yellow one. They gamut in price by the size.
2074621
Nylon ( you'd never get boar at this price) this is one of the best things I've ever bought for my hair... Love it!
1964823
Been using this brush for a couple of months now, and I'd have to say that it appears to be a mix of boars hair and plastic.
791904
You know when I bought it I just assumed they were boar but now that I look at it I think they're plastic? I don't know for certain though. They're certainly stiffer than any boar bristle brush I've ever used which makes me think it must be synthetic. Hope that helps!
1963507
you mean google doesn't know?! I thought it was Italy but can't be certain. The bristles may come from boars in China (no, really - not kidding - that's how I remember it) this product is offered directly from the manufacturer on line so I believe that will say.