For as long as I can remember, a Mason Pearson hairbrush has been the hair care status symbol. In middle school, the sight of one on a bathroom counter was the ultimate indicator of fanciness.30 years ...

Hair and bacteria can build up on your hairbrush or comb. To clean these items, experts suggest washing with a soapy solution and using a tool to remove hair.

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This will sound gross, but I’ve never deep cleaned my hairbrushes and combs. Sure, I’ve cleaned out the trapped hair that gets on the brush after I use it, but I’ve never done anything more than that.