Sonam Kapoor swears by this traditional technique to maintain hair health and volume: ‘Call me old fashioned…’

Actor Sonam Kapoor uses the age-old tradition of using a tangle teezer or a hairbrush to stroke her hair a hundred times. (Source: Sonam Kapoor/Instagram)

Bollywood actor Sonam Kapoor has shared her secret to maintaining luscious locks.

Kapoor, known for her impeccable style and beauty, disclosed that she still adheres to the age-old tradition of using a tangle teezer or a hairbrush to stroke her hair a hundred times. Despite living in a fast-paced world filled with modern hair care products and techniques, she cherishes this simple hair care ritual. "Call me old fashioned but gently brushing my hair every evening is the best thing in the world,” she mentions in her Instagram story. 

For many, the idea of meticulously brushing hair might seem outdated or unnecessary in today's era of advanced hair care treatments. However, there are potential benefits of using this method to nurture and maintain your hair. 

Dr Meghna Mour, aesthetic dermatologist, trichologist and founder of Skuccii Supercliniq reveals, “Brushing your hair gently with a tangle teezer or a specific hairbrush, especially at night, can do wonders for your locks!

“It helps spread those natural oils from your scalp down to your ends, keeping your hair moisturised and looking shiny and healthy. Plus, it helps get rid of any knots or gunk in your hair, making your scalp feel cleaner.”

Sonam Kapoor, known for her impeccable style and beauty, disclosed that she still adheres to the age-old tradition of using a tangle teezer or a hairbrush to stroke her hair a hundred times. (Sonam Kapoor/ Instagam)

Benefits of using the 100 strokes technique on your hair

Dr Kalyani Deshmukh, consultant dermatologist at Traya, lists some of the benefits of integrating a 100 stroke method or even meticulously brushing your hair in the evening: 

Stimulating blood circulation: Brushing the scalp can stimulate blood flow to the hair follicles, promoting hair growth and overall scalp health.

Distributing natural oils: Brushing helps distribute natural oils from the scalp to the lengths of the hair, which can moisturize and condition dry ends, giving the hair a healthier appearance.

Detangling: Brushes like tangle teezers are designed to gently detangle knots and remove snags without causing breakage or damage to the hair.

Relaxation and stress relief: Brushing the hair can be a relaxing ritual, particularly when done in the evening. It can help unwind and relieve stress accumulated throughout the day.

Enhancing shine: By distributing natural oils evenly along the hair shaft, brushing can enhance the hair's shine and smoothness.

Exfoliating: Brushing can help remove dead skin cells and product buildup from the scalp, preventing clogged follicles and promoting a healthy environment for hair growth.

Improving hair texture: Regular brushing can help improve the overall texture of the hair, making it softer and more manageable.

Brushes like tangle teezers are designed to gently detangle knots and remove snags without causing breakage or damage to the hair. (Source: Freepik)

Specific techniques or tips to optimise the benefits

Dr Deshmukh explains that gently brushing the hair helps maintain its health and appearance in several ways. To optimise the benefits of brushing, consider the following techniques and tips:

Use the right brush

Choose a brush specifically designed for your hair type and needs. For example, use a wide-tooth comb for curly hair and a soft-bristle brush for fine hair. Opt for wooden comb over plastic brush to avoid static electricity induced frizziness.