Most of us probably brush our hair multiple times a day as a way to keep it looking tidy and presentable.
But how often do you actually clean the brush itself? More than likely, it's not a part of your usual routine, if you've even done it at all.
However, not giving your brush a regular clean could mean you're more at risk of developing an illness thanks to the bacteria and germs that can be found on it, Wales Online reports.
Not only that, but the dead skin you're removing can be easily brushed back through your hair if it's not cleared away, leading to potential problems with your scalp.
Sam Cinkir, CEO of hair and skin specialists Este Medical Group, says that not cleaning your brush often enough can cause a whole host of problems.
He explained: "Brushing your hair in the morning, or after a wash, is an integral part of many people’s grooming routines.
"But how many of us actually remember that we need to wash the brush too? Failing to clean our hair brushes leaves them full of dead skin and bacteria, which is often then brushed back onto our hair.
"Not only does this leave our locks looking dull and dirty, but it can leave us open to fungal infection due to the nasty bugs. We should all be washing our hair brushes once a week with a mixture of warm water and baking soda to keep them clean, and prevent them from doing more harm than good to our hair."
Not only does brushing your hair make it look neat and tidy, but it also helps to distribute your hair's natural oils and make it shine.
It also helps to minimise frizz, reduce the appearance of split ends and banish any greasiness, making you look more put-together.
But the brush's design which features a handle and spokes means bacteria can easily gather on it, being brushed through your hair again and again if it's not cleaned.
It's recommended that you give it a proper clean once a week, in order to avoid cross-contamination and the problems that can come along with it.
Don't miss the latest news from around Scotland and beyond - sign up to our daily newsletter here .
