Are these brushes hard or soft? There are conflicting reviews on this point, which is significant in terms of possible enamel damage. Thanks!
1765228
I think they should be called soft. That's what they are labeled and what I always use. Don't detect that they are any different than what I always use. Had a little problem with the first one I used. Some bristles came loose after a few brushings but, so far, that hasn't continued as a problem.
1765229
The brush head bristles would be closer in firmness to being hard rather than soft to be sure.
1765230
These brushes are very hard. Mine arem't labelled anything. If I hadn't bought so many I would throw them in the trash. I run them under water as hot as I can before I brush my teeth. Never again. You get what you pay for here.
1061962
They're still perfect. It took me years to work out my etching issues (now use Trader Joe's phosphate-free powder w/my softened water). Also, part of the problem was my prewash routine (used wrong tool to prewash). Feel confident w/the product, I am!
715733
The firmness in this brush comes mostly how dense the hair is grouped. Compared to a toothbrush I'd say it's on the "soft" side.
1879604
The bristles are soft, kind of like a brand new toothbrush. But when they scrub on the skin, depending on if you have sensitive skin or not(I do), it may hurt quite a bit when you first start scrubbing, and you'll have to endure the pain until your skin gets used to the pain from the scrubbing. (My skin used to turn red from the scrubbing, but not anymore)
1045599
I think so. They are standard Phillips heads. I am not sure that they say soft but seem pretty soft.
53218
All of these brushes are labeled. the brushes them self are very soft and collect and hold the make up well. I am displeased with one small feature though that I noticed shortly after I bought them. The brush heads themselves became loose. Eventually I was able to pull the brush head off of the handle. I hot glued it back together and they are as good as new again! Other than that issue..great brushes! The clutch is very nice to have as well.
1526572
Not sure about HOW sensitive. My teeth are somewhat sensitive and they are fine. Equivalent to original brush.
2068349
I find them to be hard, or at least harder than I'd prefer on a back brush.
890109
Yes the bristles are soft. I was afraid they would be rock solid like most curling irons. My hair is short and the barrel looks large but it works just great.
2059838
The handles on the brush are comfortable. They are not real hard plastic, like you see on some brushes, but they aren't that real cushy soft some brushes have either. I love these brushes so much, I threw all my other brushes in the trash!
1304016
You can get the soft brushes. That is what my husband uses. This is our second machine. They last a long time.
380279
I've been using them so long It's hard to remember back to when I used regular tooth brushes that were classified as soft and medium. However, assuming my memory is correct, I'd actually call these somewhere in the medium/hard catagory. Probably in my opinion half way between medium and hard.
704368
When it was brand new the bristles were a bit hard but as I have used it they have softened considerably. Hope this helps :)
488979
The bristles are firm,but not soft. They perform as any quality brush would.
201737
Well, never having dry brushed I can only give a guestimate. I would say they are not too hard in a dry state.
704370
I find the bristles very soft. If you apply pressure, you probably could irritate your skin, but if you use gentle strokes, you should be okay. I use circular strokes when washing my face.
716783
The bristles seem to be just perfect. Not too hard and not too soft. I guess that would be a medium?? Hope this helps...I also purchased extra heads just in case, but the original seems to be holding up great!