12 Best French Hairbrushes for Effortlessly Chic Hair
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A well-made hairbrush can do more for your hair than half the products crowding your vanity. When it comes to shine, strength, and long-term scalp health, a high-quality brush is often a real game-changer.
You’ve probably heard of the iconic Mason Pearson from England or the precision-made Y.S. Park brushes out of Japan. But some of the best in the world? They come from France.
From sculpted cellulose acetate handles to responsibly sourced boar bristles, French hair brushes can elevate the simplest hair ritual into something more elegant and intentional.
You can find options from both newer names that are innovating with modern designs, as well as heritage ateliers that have been perfecting their products for generations.
French girl hair might look effortlessly undone, but even those tousled waves and airy volume require a seriously good brush. Ahead, the 12 best French hair brushes that your hair care routine’s been missing.
12 Best French Hair Brushes
Best classic hairbrush: La Bonne Brosse N.01 The Universal Hair Care Brush, $168
Best boar bristle hairbrush: L’Artisan Brossier Large Pneumatic Brush, $30
Best luxury hairbrush: Altesse Studio Beauté Classic Repair & Shine Brush, $320
Best designer hairbrush: Balmain Hair All Purpose Spa Brush, $109
Best purse hairbrush: Alexandre de Paris La Ravissante Small Smoothing Hairbrush, $71
1. La Bonne Brosse N.01 The Universal Hair Care Brush
La Bonne BrosseA 2024 Allure Best of Beauty award winner, La Bonne Brosse N.01 The Universal Hair Care Brush stands out for several good reasons.
It’s made in France from 100% boar bristles that help distribute your scalp’s natural oils, and as a result, naturally moisturize your strands, enhance shine and reduce frizz. It also has a curved rubber cushion that follows the contours of your scalp for a gentle massage with every brush.
With irregular bristle placement inspired by traditional techniques, it’s designed to adapt to all hair types too.
The bold selection of colors not only makes this brush feel uniquely yours but also look great on display. From saffron yellow to seventies orange, each shade is anything but boring (including my favorite, cherry red).
2. Sisley Paris Hair Rituel The Radiance Brush
Sisley ParisSisley Paris is one of the most famous luxury French beauty brands, and with the Hair Rituel Radiance Brush, it brings its skincare expertise to haircare.
Designed with supple bristles that respect both the scalp and hair fiber, this brush gently detangles while stimulating the scalp to promote healthy growth and shine. With regular use, it helps remove impurities and enhances your hair’s natural radiance, leaving it soft, smooth, and luminous.
For a truly indulgent self-care ritual, pair it with Sisley’s Precious Hair Care Oil to nourish your hair from root to tip.
Another French hair brush with multiple awards to its name, it more than earns its place in your daily beauty routine.
3. L’Artisan Brossier Large Pneumatic Brush
L’Artisan BrossierFounded in 1805, L’Artisan Brossier is a family-run business based in Brittany’s Côtes d'Armor region and their brushes reflect over two centuries of artisanal expertise.
This handcrafted large pneumatic brush is made with 100% natural wild boar bristles, which are naturally rich in keratin to enhance shine, smoothness, and strength. Because the bristles are of the highest quality (called root or first recut), you get effective care and detangling.
The cushion is made of natural latex, sourced from rubber tree sap, giving the brush exceptional flexibility that gently conforms to the shape of your scalp with every stroke.
The best part is that it’s one of the most affordable options on this list. And if you’d rather shop in-store, you can also find their brushes at Monoprix locations throughout France.
A little gift for you: You can get €5 off your first purchase at L’Artisan Brossier when you use my exclusive L’Artisan Brossier link. They have so many other beautiful brushes to browse too!
4. Yves Durif Vented Brush
Yves DurifLightweight, perfectly balanced, and designed for efficiency, the Yves Durif Vented Brush minimizes breakage while maximizing performance.
Made from natural rubber resin and carbon fiber, it’s anti-static and heat-resistant, making it ideal for both wet and dry hair. It’s gentle enough for extensions too.
As an extra plus, the open, vented structure helps dramatically lift your roots and speed up drying time. With blowouts as a regular part of my routine, I can’t wait to try out this brush myself, especially since so many beauty editors swear by it!
Yves Durif is a renowned hair stylist originally from Paris, best known for his namesake salon at The Carlyle Hotel in New York City. With decades of experience, he’s cultivated a devoted celebrity clientele and earned features in countless fashion and beauty publications.
5. Alexandre de Paris L'Élégante Brush
Alexandre de ParisArguably one of the most stunning brushes on this list, the L'Élégante Brush is as much a showpiece as it is a styling essential.
Maison Alexandre de Paris has been crafting luxurious hair accessories since 1875, earning a reputation for exceptional quality and French elegance.
Handmade in France, this brush features a beautifully printed acetate handle, naturally antistatic boar bristles, and a flexible cushion pad designed to gently smooth fine to medium-density hair without pulling or breakage.
I can’t recommend enough their lineup of hair accessories either, from claw clips and barrettes to side combs and headbands.
6. Altesse Studio Beauté Classic Repair & Shine Brush
Altesse StudioWith nearly 150 years of brushmaking heritage, Altesse Studio is one of France’s most respected names in haircare. Designated as a Living Heritage Company by the French government, the brand is recognized for its exceptional artisanal and industrial know-how.
Their commitment to craftsmanship and performance is perfectly evident in their Beauté Classic Repair & Shine Brush. Made with 100% first recut boar bristles (the rarest and most effective part of the bristle), this brush nourishes the scalp and distributes natural oils from root to tip, leaving hair soft, shiny, and smooth.
It comes in two versions (for fine to medium hair or thick and curly) so you can choose the one that best suits your hair type.
I can’t lie, this would be at the top of my list if I had $300 to spend on a brush. It’s the ultimate luxury for anyone serious about their brushing ritual.
7. Bachca Paris Detangling & Shine Hairbrush
Bachca ParisBachca Paris is one of the most affordable French hairbrush brands I’ve found. I actually discovered them at Galeries Lafayette, but if you’re in the U.S., they sell their hair tools at Anthropologie!
The Detangling & Shine Hairbrush is a bestseller from the brand. It’s made with a durable beech wood handle and a cushion base that’s soft, flexible, and scalp-friendly. The combination of boar and nylon bristles help to moisturize your hair while gently detangling it. And thanks to the ball tips, it also gives you a mini massage with every pass.
If you order directly from the Bachca website, you can even personalize your brush with a name, message, or symbol.
8. Christophe Robin Detangling Hairbrush
Christophe RobinFrom one of France’s top hair colorists (who happens to work on Catherine Deneuve's hair) comes a detangling brush designed to gently detangle, smooth, and style all hair types.
The Christophe Robin Detangling Hairbrush features flexible, 100% natural boar bristles that glide effortlessly through the hair sans static and friction. It’s also made to stimulate the scalp's renewal process for healthier roots. And if you really want to show your scalp some love, try it out with the Cleansing Purifying Scrub with Sea Salt, one of the best French pharmacy products that many of you rave about!
This under-$100 brush makes an elegant, yet effective addition to any hair care routine.
9. Balmain Hair All Purpose Spa Brush
Balmain HairThe term “spa brush” alone has me intrigued, and I also had no idea Balmain even made hair brushes!
Designed with a mix of boar and nylon bristles, this all-purpose brush evenly distributes your scalp’s natural oils, enhancing shine and smoothing strands from root to tip. The boar bristles help condition the hair naturally, acting like a built-in anti-frizz serum that softens and restores dry lengths. Meanwhile, the nylon bristles detangle without tugging or breakage.
It’s especially well-suited for medium to long hair, thick textures, and even those with extensions. Honestly, this sounds just like what my next self-care session needs.
10. Guerlain Scalp & Hair Care Brush
GuerlainCreated in collaboration with the prestigious Japanese brand S.Heart.S, known for its professional-grade hair care tools, this cult-favorite brush is reimagined in an exclusive gold finish for Guerlain (one of my all-time favorite French beauty brands).
It’s crafted from ultra-durable, waterproof resin and features 376 nylon bristles with rounded massaging tips in varying lengths and thicknesses to stimulate the scalp and enhance hair’s beauty.
Whether used on dry hair for daily brushing or on wet hair to evenly distribute treatments, this Scalp & Hair Care Brush can do it all. Pair it with the Abeille Royale Scalp & Hair Youth Oil-in-Serum to elevate your hair care ritual even more.
Also, can we talk about the all-gold finish? Très luxe.
11. Plisson 1808 Pneumatic Hairbrush
Plisson 1808Best known for their shaving products, Plisson 1808 also brings exceptional quality to their hairbrushes.
Made with nylon pins, pure wild boar bristles and a European wood handle, this pneumatic brush is ideal for smoothing and maintaining natural shine. The natural rubber cushion base protects your scalp and hair cuticle during brushing too.
It also comes in a variety of sizes for different hair types: wider and flat brushes for long, medium long or thick hair; smaller brushes for finer and short hair. I personally love this mini brush that’s perfect for your handbag. Each brush comes with a fabric pouch for easy transport too.
With over 200 years of grooming expertise, Plisson delivers a brush that feels like an heirloom.
12. Leonor Greyl Boar Bristle Brush
Leonor GreylThis classic boar bristle brush from Leonor Greyl is perfect for gently detangling medium to long hair. It evenly redistributes your scalp’s natural oils from root to tip, helping to nourish strands, enhance shine, and reduce the need for frequent washing.
Because it doesn’t create static or pull at the hair, it’s excellent for dry, damaged, or fragile hair types. On wash day, use it to help distribute L’Huile de Leonor Greyl, the brand’s iconic pre-shampoo treatment designed to protect and revive dry, over-processed strands.
If you’re looking for a gentle daily brush that keeps your hair sleek, healthy, and hydrated between washes, this one is a must.
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