The Denman Brush D3 or D4

The Denman D3 and the Denman D4 for curly hair are very popular among many curly girls who follow the curly girl (CG Method). Would you like to purchase 1? Then make sure you buy the right variant. Are you unsure about this? Read further on this page. We will explain which brush suits you best. This way you will get the best result for your curls!

What is a Denman Brush?

A Denman Brush is a brand that makes brushes and combs for all types of hair. Denman has designed many different brushes. Denman has been the No. 1 (in the entire world) in designing for brushes for many years. Brushes are also used by many curly hairdressers.

In this article we will discuss the most famous variants for curls: The Denman Brush D3 and the Denman Brush D4. In addition, we are also going to tell you the something about lesser known variant, the Denman Paddle Brush D83.

What brushes are there?

You can divide the denman brushes for curly hair into 2 categories: styling brushes and brushes to untangle and detangle your hair. The Denman D3 and the Denman D4 fall under the first category: styling brushes. And the Denman D83 is suitable for untangling and detangling your hair.

What is the difference between a styling brush and a "regular" brush?

Now you're probably thinking: surely they both have nylon pins, why don't they both work the same way? This is because the pins of the D3 and the D4 are a lot closer together and if you look closely at the brush you can see that the pins are not quite straight either, they slope upwards. The D83 has fairly straight pins and are all straight up. The pins also have a slightly larger end with a small ball on the pins making it easier to go through your hair. Small details make the brush suitable for different purposes.

The picture below shows the most well-known variants: the D3 and D4.

How do the Denman Brush D3 and D4 work?

So, as mentioned earlier, the D3 and the D4 are suitable for styling your hair or rather, they are made to give your curls more curl definition. In addition, the brush can also provide extra volume.

The Denman D3 and D4 have nylon pins, they are fairly close together and this will give your curls a nicer shape. You can also use the brush to better distribute a gel, leave-in conditioner or cream through your hair. What with your hands and fingers to you a long way but with this brush you are sure that all hair lengths are well covered!

Choosing Denman D3 or D4?

Now for the choice: do you choose the D3 or D4? Basically, they have the same operation. You can't make a wrong purchase but, there is still 1 difference between the two brushes. The D4 is larger than the D3. This makes the D4 suitable for longer hair, or curlies that have medium to thicker hair.

The Denman Brush D3

This is the Denman brush D3 with 7 rows in the familiar design of red and black. The Denman is best suited for:

A short to medium hair length
Provides more curl definition
All types of curly hair
Also the best choice when in doubt

The Denman Brush D4

This is the Denman D4 9 rows. The Denman D4 is suitable for:

A hair length of medium to long
Provides more curl definition
All types of curly hair

How do you use the Denman D3 and D4?

There are lots of different ways to use the Denman Brushes. In the video below we will show you how to use the brush. Get inspired, as you watch the video, the next video will automatically be suggested on how to use the brushes.

There is no 1 right way to use the brush. It is useful to always brush your hair sideways, horizontally from your scalp. This creates extra volume and more definition. Do you prefer a defined look? Then you can take a strand of hair and slide the brush downwards while twisting it. There are many different ways, so choose the one that works best for you!

Additional tips for using a Denman Brush

Brush only when there is product in your hair! Preferably a leave-in conditioner or cream.
Do not use it to comb through your hair! Read more about this after these tips.
If you like thinner curl definition or, in other words, thinner clumps, brush your hair sideways away from your head.
Do you like slightly thicker curl definition? Then brush down, and twist the brush up at the end.
Don't care what kind of clumps you get? Then you can also divide your hair into sections to style your hair properly.
Just ran the brush through a strand of hair? Then scrunch your hair after using the brush for extra definition.
After using the Denman Brush, use a microfiber towel to dab your hair dry and maintain good definition.

What is a Denman D83 Paddle Brush?

The from Denman is for detangling, untangling your curls and thus getting rid of your knots and tangles. Are you in the shower? Then put in a little conditioner and comb through your hair. Only then will you protect your hair from brushing. Because did you know that brushing your hair dry can damage it? Instead of conditioner, you can also use a mask or detangler spray.

And then we take out another myth. Within the communities of the curly world it is still sometimes said that brushing your hair is really not done. Did you know that brushing is highly recommended? It prevents frizzy hair. In fact, brushing your hair will give you better results. And you can brush it as long as you have conditioner or mask in your hair, then you protect your hair sufficiently!