The Mason Pearson Handy brush featuring boar bristle and nylon tufts is ideal for cleaning and styling most hair types. The unique six ringlet design features nylon strands surrounding by boar bristle, which allows for separation of each strand for complete styling. The rubber cushion pad, used in the original 1885 design, massages the scalp. Each brush is hand-assembled and hand-finished, providing the ultimate in comfort. Mason Pearson brushes are designed to strengthen and protect the hair by transferring sebum from the root along the hair strand. The Handy brush measures 8.5" x 2.5" and includes a bristle cleaner.