The Mason Pearson Popular Mixte BN1 is a large hairbrush with a combination of natural boar bristles and nylon. The eight rings with brush bundles offer a large brushing surface and make the BN1 particularly suitable for long hair and medium to thick hair .
The combination of both types of bristles serves a distinct function. The boar bristles help distribute the natural oils from the scalp along the lengths of the hair , while the firmer nylon bundles help to cut through fuller hair and untangle knots. The result is smoother and shinier-looking hair.
The designation Mixte refers to the combination of boar bristles and nylon. Mason Pearson recommends this Bristle & Nylon version for normal to thick hair.
During brushing, the natural boar bristles lift sebum from the scalp along the lengths of the hair. The nylon bundles give the brush extra reach and help with detangling. This makes the BN1 particularly interesting when a brush with exclusively natural boar bristles does not penetrate a thick head of hair with sufficient ease.
The Popular BN1 belongs to the large Mason Pearson hairbrushes . Mason Pearson recommends this size especially for long hair, particularly hair that reaches below the shoulder blades.
For the Popular Bristle & Nylon BN1, Mason Pearson specifically mentions:
More generally, Mason Pearson recommends the combination of boar bristles and nylon for normal to thick hair . For very fine or thinner hair, the versions with exclusively boar bristles or Sensitive bristles are usually more suitable. For very thick and difficult-to-manage hair, Mason Pearson also offers versions with exclusively nylon.
The BN1 has 8 rings with boar bristles and nylon bundles . This is the large size within the classic Mason Pearson models with a handle.
Thanks to the larger brush surface, more hair can be picked up per brush stroke. This makes the Popular BN1 particularly practical for long and full hair lengths.
The bristles are set in Mason Pearson's distinctive Dry Natural Rubber (DNR) rubber cushion . This flexible cushion forms an essential part of the classic construction of the brush.
The handle and base are made of cellulose acetate . Mason Pearson produces its traditional hairbrushes in London.
Preferably use Popular Mixte BN1 on dry hair . Gently brush from the scalp through the hair lengths. This allows the natural oils to be distributed from the scalp throughout the hair.
Mason Pearson advises against using the brush as a regular hair dryer brush where hot air is continuously directed directly at the bristles. Direct heat can damage the natural bristles and the brush over time.
Wet hair is more fragile. Therefore, to detangle wet hair, Mason Pearson recommends using a wide-toothed comb first and saving the BN1 for dry hair.
A separate cleaning brush is included with the Mason Pearson Popular BN1. This allows loose hair and dirt to be removed from between the brush bundles and the rubber cushion.
Regular cleaning helps maintain the brush properly. Therefore, remove hair from the brush and use the included cleaning brush to clean between the bundles.
Mixte refers to the combination of natural boar bristles and nylon . The boar bristles help distribute natural hair oils, while the nylon bundles help to get through fuller hair and untangle knots.
The BN1 Popular is a large brush with 8 rings and is primarily intended for long hair. The BN4 Pocket is the compact version with 5 rings and is easier to carry around. For long and fuller hair, the BN1 offers significantly more reach due to its larger brush surface.
Yes. Mason Pearson recommends the combination of boar bristles and nylon for normal to thick hair . The nylon bundles help the brush glide through a full head of hair more easily.
Yes. This is actually one of the most important applications of the BN1. Mason Pearson recommends his large brush size for long hair and specifically mentions hair that reaches below the shoulder blades for the Popular BN1.
Yes. The Mason Pearson Popular BN1 comes with a separate cleaning brush for maintaining the hairbrush.
Mason Pearson recommends a hairbrush for dry hair . For wet hair, a wide-toothed comb is recommended, as wet hair is more fragile.
No. The BN1 contains natural boar bristles and is therefore not vegan.
