Korean Brush
Korean Brush is a cross-vendor collection of 2300+ brush products from Korean brands including DAJUJA, WESSEN, and Brush brand. The range covers hair styling brushes (Donmo Brushes No. 1-5, Roll Brushes, Shampoo Brush) and Brush brand hair styling products (Base Spray 200ml, Super Hard Gel 200g, pomades 115g). DAJUJA's professional-grade brushes include the Gold Thorn, Gold Forking Roll, and Speed Entic Roll Expert series.
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Buying guide
Buying Guide: Korean Hair Brushes and Styling Tools
The Korean Brush collection groups 2300+ brush and styling tool products from Korean brands including DAJUJA, WESSEN, and Brush brand. The range spans professional-grade hair styling brushes, shampoo scalp brushes, and hair-styling finishing products. This guide explains the key brush types in the collection and how to use them in a hair care and styling routine.
DAJUJA Donmo Brushes (No. 1-5) - professional brush series
DAJUJA is a Korean professional hair tool brand. The Donmo Brush series uses natural boar or mixed bristles ("donmo" refers to the bristle material in Korean professional brush terminology) in a numbered sequence from No. 1 through No. 5, each sized and shaped for different styling tasks. Lower numbers typically indicate smaller barrel diameters for tighter curls or short hair; higher numbers use wider barrels for loose waves or longer hair lengths.
DAJUJA Donmo brushes are salon-grade products designed for use with a blow dryer. The bristles lift and separate the hair while directing airflow, creating volume and smoothness simultaneously. These are round-brush styling tools rather than detangling brushes - they are used with heat to set the shape of a blowout rather than for day-to-day combing.
DAJUJA Gold Thorn Brush (No. 1) and Gold Forking Roll Brush (No. 5)
The DAJUJA Gold Thorn Brush (No. 1) uses a metal-thorn or pin-cushion barrel design, where individual metal pins replace the conventional bristle wrap. Pin brushes distribute heat more evenly and reduce static during blow-drying compared to solid bristle brushes. The Gold designation refers to the metallic barrel construction rather than gold plating - the thermal conductivity of the metal core improves heat transfer to the hair shaft during styling.
The Gold Forking Roll Brush (No. 5) is a wide-barrel version using a forked or vented design for maximum airflow through the barrel during blow-drying. The vented design reduces drying time compared to a solid barrel brush, making it the practical choice for thick or long hair that takes a long time to dry and style. The No. 5 size produces the loosest, widest waves in the DAJUJA roll brush series.
DAJUJA Speed Entic Roll Brush Expert Dry Roll (No. 2) - precision mid-size brush
The Speed Entic Roll Brush is DAJUJA's mid-range professional brush positioned between the larger No. 5 format and the tighter No. 1. The No. 2 size suits medium-length hair and is optimised for creating a smooth C-curl or S-wave at the ends of the hair rather than a tight ringlet. The "Expert Dry" designation indicates it is designed for use with an already-mostly-dry hair: apply when hair is 80% dry and use the brush to set the final shape with residual heat, which reduces overall heat exposure and damage.
The Speed Entic series uses DAJUJA's proprietary barrel design that reportedly reduces friction between the hair and bristles - relevant for fine or colour-treated hair that is prone to surface damage during high-friction styling.
WESSEN Vital Shampoo Brush - scalp cleansing and massage tool
The WESSEN Vital Shampoo Brush is a scalp tool used during washing rather than styling. Its flexible silicone or soft-rubber bristles massage the scalp during shampoo application, which serves two functions: it improves shampoo distribution across the scalp (reducing the amount of shampoo needed) and it provides a scalp massage that may support circulation and reduce product buildup in the scalp's skin folds.
The shampoo brush is used on wet hair and scalp during the cleansing step - not on dry hair. Apply shampoo to the scalp, use the Vital Shampoo Brush in circular or back-and-forth motions, then proceed to rinse as normal. The scalp massage benefit is most noticeable for users with thick or dense hair where finger-only scalp cleansing is limited.
Brush brand - pomades, gels, and base spray
The Brush brand in this collection produces hair finishing products alongside its tools: Base Spray (200ml), Super Hard Gel (200g), and pomades including Original Hold Pomade and Unscented Pomade (both 115g). These are styling fixatives used after a blowout or air-dry to set, shape, and hold the finished style.
The Super Hard Gel at 200g provides a strong, crunchy hold suitable for slicked styles, side parts, or looks requiring structure. The pomades in 115g offer a more flexible, medium-to-high hold with a semi-matte or glossy finish depending on formula. The Base Spray (200ml) is a heat protection and prep spray designed to be applied before hot-tool styling - it provides a light hold base and thermal barrier that prepares the hair for the DAJUJA brushes. All Brush brand products are designed to work in sequence: Base Spray before heat → blow-dry with DAJUJA → finish with pomade or gel.
How to use a DAJUJA round brush for a blowout
Start with towel-dried hair - not dripping wet, but damp. Apply a heat protectant spray (the Brush Base Spray works for this) from roots to ends. Section the hair into 3-4 horizontal sections, clipping the upper sections out of the way. Take a one-inch section, place the DAJUJA brush under the root, and direct the dryer's airflow down the hair shaft from root to tip while rotating the brush away from the face.
Work slowly - the brush should roll smoothly and not snag. Finish each section with a cool-shot blast to set the shape before releasing the brush. Once all sections are complete, finish with a light application of Brush brand pomade on the hands, then smooth over the surface to reduce flyaways and add polish. The DAJUJA brush size determines the result: No. 1-2 for tight, structured curls; No. 4-5 for loose, bouncy volume.
Choosing the right DAJUJA brush size for your hair length and goal
Hair above the shoulder (short bob or shorter): No. 1 or No. 2 barrel. The smaller barrel fits the shorter hair sections and creates definition and flick rather than a long sweeping wave. Hair between shoulder and bra strap: No. 2 or No. 3. The mid-range barrels suit medium-length hair for both volume and wave. Hair at or below the bra strap: No. 4 or No. 5. Larger barrels create the smoothing and wave-setting action needed across longer sections without taking an impractically long time per section.
For flat, straight results with maximum volume at the root, any barrel size can be used with straight-down technique rather than a curl technique. For a wave or curl shape, match the barrel diameter to the curl tightness you want: small barrel = tight curl, large barrel = loose wave. The DAJUJA numbering system makes this selection straightforward when you know your length and style goal.
Brush brand pomade vs. Super Hard Gel - which finishing product to use
Brush brand pomades (Original Hold and Unscented, both 115g) suit styles where you want flexible, repositionable hold - a side part, a pompadour, or a texture-forward style where some movement is desirable. The pomade finish is typically semi-matte to glossy and can be reworked by adding a drop of water to reactivate the formula during the day. Unscented pomade is the appropriate choice for fragrance-sensitive users or workplaces with scent restrictions.
The Super Hard Gel (200g) is for styles that require a rigid, long-hold structure - slicked-back styles, precise parts, or editorial looks where hair should stay exactly in place for hours without reworking. The larger 200g size reflects this product's use across both head and styling tool cleaning, as gel residue on brushes requires a separate cleanup step that does not apply to pomade.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
How many Korean brush and styling products are in this collection?
The collection lists 2300+ brush products from Korean brands including DAJUJA (Donmo Brush series, Gold Thorn, Gold Forking Roll, Speed Entic Roll), WESSEN (Vital Shampoo Brush), and Brush brand (pomades, Super Hard Gel, Base Spray). The range covers professional hair styling brushes and hair styling finishing products.
Which DAJUJA Donmo Brush number should I use for medium-length hair?
For medium-length hair (shoulder to bra strap), DAJUJA Donmo Brush No. 2 or No. 3 is the appropriate choice. No. 2 creates a tighter, more defined wave or curl; No. 3 suits a more relaxed wave and general volume. For short hair (above shoulder), No. 1 or No. 2. For long hair (below bra strap), No. 4 or No. 5 works the larger sections more efficiently.
What makes the DAJUJA Gold Thorn Brush No. 1 different from the Donmo Brush?
The Gold Thorn Brush uses a metal-pin barrel design rather than bristle wrapping. Metal pins distribute heat more evenly during blow-drying and reduce static. The Donmo Brush uses natural boar or mixed bristles that smooth the cuticle and add shine through mechanical friction. Gold Thorn is the better choice for faster drying and volume; Donmo is better for shine and smoothness on finer hair.
What does 'Expert Dry Roll' mean in the DAJUJA Speed Entic Roll Brush?
Expert Dry refers to a technique where the brush is used on hair that is 80% dry rather than fully wet. Starting the round-brush styling at this point reduces total heat exposure and damage compared to blow-drying from soaking wet with a round brush. The Speed Entic's barrel is designed for this drier stage of the blowout - it sets the final shape efficiently with lower heat in the last phase of drying.
Is the WESSEN Vital Shampoo Brush made of silicone or plastic bristles?
The WESSEN Vital Shampoo Brush uses soft, flexible bristles - confirm the specific material (silicone or soft rubber) on the individual product page. Both silicone and soft-rubber shampoo brushes serve the same scalp massage function during washing. The soft construction is intentional: the bristles need to flex against the scalp without scratching, which a firm plastic brush could cause.
Does the Brush brand Base Spray (200ml) provide heat protection?
The Brush Base Spray is a heat protection and prep spray for use before hot-tool styling with DAJUJA round brushes or other heat tools. It creates a light thermal barrier and primes the hair for the styling step. Apply to towel-dried hair before blow-drying. For high-heat flat iron or curling iron use above 200°C, an additional dedicated heat protectant with a higher thermal rating may be warranted.
Can Brush brand pomade be reworked after it has set in the hair?
Yes. Pomade-based styling products remain reworkable by adding a small amount of water - wet your fingertips and work through the pomade-set hair to reactivate the formula and reshape. This distinguishes pomade from gel, which sets to a harder finish that cannot be reworked without washing. Both Brush brand pomades (Original Hold and Unscented) are standard reworkable pomade formulas.
Is the DAJUJA Gold Forking Roll Brush No. 5 practical for very long hair?
Yes. The No. 5 vented barrel is specifically suited for long, thick hair because the forked or vented design allows airflow through the barrel itself, reducing drying time per section. Long hair has more surface area per section than short hair, so a larger barrel and a vented design significantly cut the total blowout time compared to using a smaller, solid barrel brush. It produces the loosest waves in the DAJUJA range - appropriate for beach waves or smooth, bouncy volume on long hair.
Are Korean brush products on skinsli genuine?
Yes. Skinsli sources DAJUJA, WESSEN, and Brush brand products through verified Korean wholesale channels. Each product arrives in the brand's original packaging with Korean labelling, a manufacturing date, and batch information. DAJUJA professional brushes match the salon-grade product line available through Korean professional beauty supply channels.