How to Clean a Comb!

[@bbarringer123]

How about an all wooden comb? I use an all wooden comb (cheap) in the shower but I don’t know about soaking it.

[@DanCBearded]

I will make a video on that! Summary = use mineral oil

[@mattbell9031]

I clean my comb with mineral oil and tooth brush. Works great

[@DanCBearded]

@@mattbell9031 exactly! For the video I will make sure to use Bell's wood working comb 👊

[@johndaintree]

@@DanCBearded Hi Dan, would be great if you could do that video (or has my youtube searching let me down?)

[@joeyancey4137]

I learn something from all your tutorials. Thank you. Putting the unscented oil on the clean comb makes good sense.

[@AndrewCarlisle11B]

Gonna be doing this tonight. My combs and brushes could definitely use some TLC.

[@DanCBearded]

Good!!

[@Nickypoo700]

I always used dawn for my kent comb and made sure to rinse it really good, but using the beard wash makes way more sense. Thanks Dan 👍🏻

[@DanCBearded]

Awesome brotha!

[@Nickypoo700]

@@DanCBearded also I feel like the oiling of the comb after washing will help with the scuffed comb issue I asked you about on Instagram a few weeks ago 👍

[@Michiganfootmodels_tickled]

Hi Dan C... I want to personally thank you for all your videos that you post I watch most all of them I still have a lot to go through. I also am from Michigan I live in the Ann arbor area it's nice to meet a fellow beardsman that lives in the same state and to know that you are very popular KZbinr.... I think it's great what you are doing it has given me more confidence and having a beard! Your wisdom goes pass the Moon and I greatly appreciate it. Wishing you all the best sincerely Kevin

[@DanCBearded]

Man thank you Kevin! I really appreciate that kind comment to me. It is stuff like this that means a lot

[@scottmichaud4002]

Never would've thought to lock in the comb after cleaning with unscented oil. Awesome video, and the brush one too 👍

[@DanCBearded]

Thanks Scott!

[@Nickypoo700]

Same here

[@FableBeardCo]

Can you do how to clean your toes next? Askin for a friend

[@mikeghost7788]

Soak those little piggies in some Fable products?

[@midwestjoker56601]

Thank u again trusted teacher.

[@DanCBearded]

You’re welcome!

[@quadfather_]

Thanks Dan. Something I've never done but makes total sense when you think about it.

[@DanCBearded]

Absolutely brotha 👊

[@seanspraggins4988]

Hey Dan, just wanted to say thanks for making this video. I’ve been wondering how to do this ever since I got my first ox horn comb and this video answered all of my questions, thanks!

[@DanCBearded]

You’re welcome!

[@beardedlegend3893]

I've actually been wondering what the proper procedure is on comb cleaning. Great video

[@DanCBearded]

Bam, you know I got you covered!

[@reubenk7331]

Very important for everyone to be doing this. Now everyone, go clean your tools!

[@DanCBearded]

Sooo so important!

[@reubenk7331]

@@DanCBearded For sure! I am also sure most of us don't do it as often as we should. At least with my Chicago combs I just cycle them out of the shower, like you do.

[@Beardyvlogger]

Really liked this one Dan! great tips. More like this!

[@DanCBearded]

Thank you!!

[@markbrownthebrownfamily8883]

Yes just wanted the boats cleaning. Glad you did the comb also

[@drumr21]

Yes! I know I asked about this and can’t wait to watch this video!! Thanks Sir :)

[@ronsmith9593]

Thanks Dan C, I was going to text you and ask you what you recommended on cleaning brushes and combs you must have read all our minds. love this channel

[@DanCBearded]

My job is to stay one step ahead!

[@maxx620s]

"you're gonna need an old toothbrush. This is one that I finished using." *Pulls out brand new toothbrush with perfect bristles* Good video! I was just wondering about this earlier

[@DanCBearded]

haha it was literally a old toothbrush!

[@kevincalixte6447]

Thanks bro for the advice it helped me a lot 💯💯😎😎

[@DanCBearded]

You’re absolutely welcome!

[@Elzippo1]

Awesome! Definitely a big help!

[@DanCBearded]

Glad to hear it!

[@TheBeardedShark]

Love love Love this video! I don’t use a toothpick on my comb i use a floss stick instead but both a toothpick would be a great as well.

[@DanCBearded]

That is awesome, thanks Shark!

[@beardedcanadian6261]

Awesome video I have been afraid to soak my ox horn comb. I have the same one you have and I was worried that the wood would separate.

[@DanCBearded]

I do once a month and is totally fine!

[@DeepakGupta-xh3fg]

Awesome 👍

[@DanCBearded]

Thanks for the visit

[@joelnert]

Nice series on something ive never spent much time thinking about.

[@DanCBearded]

I do not think it is something that crosses a guy's mind, but it is really important!

[@beardednomics3228]

Bout darn time I only asked someone to make these videos months ago. Lol. Great videos for cleaning the beard tools. Thank you @dancbearded

[@DanCBearded]

haha you're welcome brotha!

[@beardedslick250]

Why yes I did just watch the brush video lol thanks again DanC!!!👊🏻👊🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@Jadub]

I wouldn't have thought to apply unscented oil. Thanks again for another good video.

[@samkooiman4697]

AWESOME VIDEO!!!! I remember once being told to keep combs and brushes clean, so omw to watch the brush video now!! I had a question, but I cant seem to remember what that question was now mid comment 🤦🏽‍♂️

[@joncurry180]

Thanks for the review very informative. Only thing is why do you put oil on the comb at the end? Seems like a a unnecessary step. What is the benefit? By no means am I knocking that step at all but just trying to get some more info on it. Thanks again

[@BabaBruna]

I agree wouldn't it make it easier for germs and debris to get stuck on the comb?

[@DanCBearded]

Great question! The first time you use the comb in your beard you are going to be covering it in beard oil anyway, so there can be absolutely not harm done. However, there is benefit. After you have cleaned the comb, there are small pores in the comb, even though you cannot see them. The oil is going to be clean and seal those pores. Especially if you allow the oil to sit for some hours before using it.

[@nickmay9797]

Now I've seen this I think I need a comb for my beard from what I've seen now.

[@kassemjohami6296]

Awesome vids brother!!! Would regular hair brushes be the same a a the comb cleaning? I know you said you have a different video for the wooden ones

[@DanCBearded]

Yup! Regular hair combs would be the same

[@bullcityreader6039]

I might have missed it. After you soak it for 20 minutes and then scrub with the toothbrush, how long do you let it sit in the soapy water again?

[@DanCBearded]

No more soapy water after that. Just rinse off

[@IB08Sahara]

That's awesome, thanks for sharing pal

[@vpagliocca]

First! DanC!!! What a pleasant surprise to stop for a quick break and bam!!!! Glad I got to catch this my brother. Definitely gotta back track for what I missed. Never cleaned my combs to this level so this is very much appreciated. You da man!!!!

[@jasonroberts5288]

Nice video buddy 👊👊

[@DanCBearded]

I hope a lot of guys listen! thanks buddy

[@moxar2220]

Ended up jumping here from the brush video and really appreciate these videos however I do have a question: does the same process apply for wooden combs? Also how often would you recommend cleaning combs and brushes?

[@DanCBearded]

Great question. No, it’s not the same. Clean wooden combs with mineral oil and a toothbrush

[@PastorPeewee20]

Hey Teach, my combs are wooden is that gonna be a good thing to do? I've always heard wooden beard and mustache combs are better than plastic because they aren't as rough on the hairs?

[@DanCBearded]

If you get a quality plastic comb like a Kent comb, they are amazing. This method would be decent for wood combs but I am going to make a different video showing the best way. Mainly using mineral oil

[@AK-ln7op]

Have you ever had a ox horn comb get distorted from the water? I left one in the shower once and it got all distorted and messed up. I did fix it though! I stood is upright with the bristles down all night and it straightened out again.

[@ThatVikingBeardo]

My comb is wood and I remember reading that soaking it is apparently bad for the comb but would this cleaning routine cause any damage to a wood comb?

[@DanCBearded]

For wood, clean with mineral oil and a brush

[@ThatVikingBeardo]

@@DanCBearded thank you

[@jacesims6036]

I am thinking on buying an ox horn comb. I have heard that you couldn’t get those wet because it will make the material brittle, but since you put beard oil on after will it be ok?

[@DanCBearded]

Totally fine to get wet 👊

[@brian_db]

Since going to the Chicago Comb 8 have you noticed a difference in cleaning? Such as time between cleaning?

[@DanCBearded]

Much less build up on the Chicago combs!

[@brian_db]

@@DanCBearded So with those what is your recommendation on how often to clean?

[@Mikerosso79]

Hey Dan, how often should you clean your brush and comb? Thanks

[@DanCBearded]

I clean my combs daily now, brush depends on how much you use it. A couple times a year is likely fine

[@OfficiallyLando]

Would you recommend a metal comb for my beard? I saw one that said it was for beards. My Cremo comb doesn’t seem to do it’s job anymore.

[@DanCBearded]

I have not tried one yet, so I cannot say

[@leosigman7239]

Well done! I did wonder why a comb-cleaning video would be longer than for brushes. I didn't think Kent's cellulose acetate combs were at all porous, although I could see oiling ox horn, which very well could be somewhat porous. I do wonder how you kept nearly all the gold lettering on the Kent comb intact, the coating comes off of mine rather quickly.

[@DanCBearded]

I use this comb every single day, and it is a good 9 months old too. I am not sure how the lettering has stayed so well. Maybe it is the oil coating after the wash?

[@thomaswillingham1973]

Dan - good tips Would you clean a wooden comb the same way? If not how would you clean a wooden comb? Thanks for the great information, as always!

[@DanCBearded]

Hey Thomas! If I have a nice wooden comb, I am going to clean it in a different way. I will make a video on it, but summary is use mineral oil & a toothbrush

[@thomaswillingham1973]

@@DanCBearded Thank you sir! I look forward to seeing that video to learn more I have a really nice wooden comb, that I want to get cleaned

[@DanCBearded]

I have a Bell's Wood comb, and love it!

[@jdshrader72]

Thanks for the info Dan C 👍🏻idk if you've ever use every man Jack products but I've used the balm and oil in the Sandlewood highly recommend them but I also used there wax and I didnt like it at all. if your looking for a video to do, review every man Jack's products I'd appreciate it to hear someone elses opinion before I try the rest of there stuff.

[@DanCBearded]

I have not tried them yet, but I will in the future for sure!

[@thoranevans4832]

I've been using a hand soap to wash mine occasionally and drying it off with a towel, is that bad?

[@DanCBearded]

Nope, that should be perfectly fine!

[@mikeghost7788]

Wow!! I did just watch your video on cleaning my brush. Dan are you psychic?

[@DanCBearded]

I just might be...

[@princevegeta2723]

Thanks for tips, just a quick question, I've been getting a lot of pimples in my beard for the past month, at first I though I was using too much beard oil, but I've reduced the amount, but the acne continues

[@MyBleedingInk]

Great video, Dan. Quick question. I don't have unscented oil for the end part of the process. But I do have pure castor oil that I add to thinner oils from time to time. Can I end this process with castor oil on the combs?

[@DanCBearded]

Absolutely!

[@MyBleedingInk]

@@DanCBearded Thank you so much for the quick response. And thanks for all you do, I look forward to when you're doing this full time, and will continue to support all of it as much as I can! 🤘👍

[@DanCBearded]

@@MyBleedingInk thank you!

[@user-ne9wp8ve5u]

No balm for the comb?!?! 😂 j/k. Thanks you bearded master Sensai.👍🏾

[@DanCBearded]

haha too funny

[@IsitGood]

You forgot to floss....lol j/k. Very informative video man! 👍

[@grumpyfeller]

Noticed you didn’t soak the Kent comb? Also do you use the oil on the ox horn comb? Thanks

[@DanCBearded]

I do soak the Kent and yes oil on the ox 👊

[@derkwest]

Dono still put oil on my ox horn comb afterwards? I thought that the oil soaked in them and made them brittle.

[@DanCBearded]

Unscented! The essential oils break down the comb

[@derkwest]

@@DanCBearded thank you so much that's why you're the one my friend

[@DanCBearded]

👊

[@blazingbeardproducts2845]

Would a wood comb warp if you soaked it for 20 minutes?

[@DanCBearded]

No, it shouldn't. Beard wood combs should be too small and compact to warp. I am going to make a different video for cleaning wood combs. This method would work fine, but the best way for a REAL wood comb would be to clean with mineral oil

[@rjw7931]

Do you have to do one comb or brush at a time or can you put a bunch of combs in together

[@DanCBearded]

A bunch of combs together should be fine!

[@jdh2800]

Can I do the same thing for my wooden pocket comb or no ? Also if I don't have any unscented beard oil for the last part can I use something else ?

[@DanCBearded]

Any beard oil would work fine 👊 and this method would be good for a wood comb, but there is a better method. I will make another video for that. Mainly you use mineral oil to clean the wood comb

[@jdh2800]

@@DanCBearded Thanks for info and for another great video 💙

[@DanCBearded]

You're welcome!

[@jamesmace8266]

Is the SEVEN POTIONS beard balm useful as a butter like product for night time conditioning ?

[@DanCBearded]

I actually have a video on that this week. To sum up, yes. Mix with oil

[@jamesmace8266]

@@DanCBearded Brilliant I will be watching lad thank you , keep up the awesomeness 💪😎

[@thedagepage]

So 2 questions, one did you make the wooden comb cleaning video? And 2 after the comment about the breakdown of oxhorn in water does it change how you clean your combs? Do you find after so many cleanings the integrity of the comb is compromised and it breaks or you need to replace it, just curious after seeing that comment lol, I'll still use your method until you make a new video saying there's a better way lol

[@DanCBearded]

Hey brotha, I have not made the wood comb video yet. I need to make that happen. And this is still 100% the way I clean ox horn combs 👊

[@joshnew1066]

Thanks for another great video! Would Beard Octanes LCW be good to use?

[@DanCBearded]

Would be a perfect use!

[@joshnew1066]

Thanks! Teachin and Preachin!

[@JAinMorocco]

How often do you clean your comb and brush?

[@DanCBearded]

Once a month or so, sometimes every other other month if I am slacking

[@UlisesYaniz]

What brand and where did you purchase the ox horn comb?

[@DanCBearded]

Beardoctane.com use discount code DANC10

[@canine7236]

How bout how to clean your brio beardscape please Also do you use the same comb for head and beard ever

[@canine7236]

Will lcw and scotch porter wash work good for this.

[@DanCBearded]

LCW would be better

[@kennethcraig8656]

Real ox horn stinks when you soak it. It smells like sulfur. Also, anybody who works with horn as a crafting medium knows repeated soaks will weaken it you usually soak horn to soften and shape it. A finished comb personally I'd just rinse and not soak then just shake it dry.

[@DanCBearded]

Thanks for the feedback!

[@patrickrosso496]

Well dang, I got rid of all my unscented oils lol

[@trunkmonkey84]

Can this be used for a metal comb?

[@DanCBearded]

Yup!

[@trunkmonkey84]

@@DanCBearded k thanks I didn’t want my comb to get rusted it has a butterfly knife handle and I got it from a friend do you know if I should take the comb part off of the handle or will the handle be fine

[@trunkmonkey84]

@@DanCBearded never mind about they handle I figured it out but thanks for the help I will consider subscribing

[@DanCBearded]

@@trunkmonkey84 thank you for considering it!

[@yazanarar]

Wouldn't the Oil in step #6 make the comb sticky/greasy ?

[@DanCBearded]

Nope, not sticky. The next time you use the comb will be on your beard, so the extra oil will only help

[@brobinson1295]

2nd again!

[@airborneexplorer]

I never owned a comb in my life (shaved head) then my lady gifted me some beard balms and comb. I noticed it was getting disgusting and grimy. So I whipped out the pocket knife and scrape it down. Took a while and didnt very clean. This video shows a process that I will not do. Too much time and effort for a comb. Plus, who owns toothbrush just for comb cleaning?

[@DanCBearded]

Rock on brotha, do you! And to answer your question, I do! I got a 3 pack for $1

[@Basilahi]

Why not use any soap instead of the expensive beard wash and also other soaps will be alot stronger for cleaning those dirty brushes and combs

[@DanCBearded]

Stronger is not always better. Stronger can take layers of the combs and you do not want to do that. Beard washes are becoming less and less expensive. It smart to use the products the tool is intended to come in contact with, or at the least something similar

[@wayneoneal6725]

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