Name: Binkaki Boxwood Comb (out Of Stock)
Brand: Nalata Nalata
Price: 218.00 USD
Availability: InStock

I am a Binkaki Boxwood Comb. The more I'm used, the better for us both... My teeth will feel smooth and your hair will too!

Curator's Notes

Boxwood combs have a long history in Japan as both supernatural objects and cosmetic accessories. Today the combs are appreciated, as much for their aesthetic beauty as their functionality and Jusun-Ya has become renowned for their high-quality versions. Since 1875, the company has been using original production methods from the Nara period (8 th C.). They gather boxwood boards, fumigate the wood, then store the bundles for ten years making them thoroughly dry and warp resistant. When the wood is ready, each comb tooth is measured by eye and sawed by hand. The combs are resistant to static electricity and help promote healthy hair. We love how the teeth will smooth out and glide easier with frequent use and how the amber colour of the wood deepens with age! In contemporary times, many of the combs have a multi-purpose function. The asymmetric slender design is created to avoid top knots at the back of the head.

Binkaki Boxwood Comb was curated by Stevenson Aung

Designer/Maker

Maker: Jusan-Ya

Designer: Jusan-Ya

Specifications

Dimensions: 1.4” (w) x 6.5” (l) x 0.4” (h) or 36mm (w) x 165mm (l) x 10mm (h)

Weight: 0.5 oz or 14.2 gr

Materials: Boxwood

Details

Handmade in Japan
Do not dip combs in water
Avoid combing wet hair
Coat liberally with vegetable oil (camellia or olive) and place in plastic bag for 2-3 days to clean comb

Nalata Nalata is founded on the belief that purchasing and learning about the product should go hand-in-hand. We believe in the transparency of design process and strive to showcase the people and stories behind our products. 

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Binkaki Boxwood Comb (out Of Stock)

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