Quick answer: Compare the VARIS Boar Brush when you want a round brush with a blend of natural boar and nylon bristles for smoothing and shaping. Compare the VARIS Nylon Brush when you prefer wave-shaped nylon bristles and a lightweight styling tool. Neither is automatically the better choice for every head of hair.
Both are round styling brushes. Choose the bristle construction first, then the barrel size for the sections and shape you want to create. This guide separates those decisions so you can buy one useful tool without assuming a more expensive brush guarantees a particular result.
VARIS Boar vs Nylon: the useful differences
| Feature | Boar Brush | Nylon Brush |
|---|---|---|
| Bristles | Natural boar and nylon blend | Wave-shaped nylon bristles |
| Barrel | Ceramic | Ceramic |
| Manufacturer emphasis | Smoothing, shaping and distributing natural oils | Lightweight handling and grip during styling |
| Canadian brochure sizes | 25, 33 and 43 mm | 25, 33, 43 and 53 mm |
| Consider another tool when | You need a dedicated first detangling step | You want a broad paddle shape rather than a round barrel |
When to consider the VARIS Boar Brush
The Boar Brush name does not mean the brush contains only boar bristles. VARIS specifies a blend of natural boar and nylon, a ceramic barrel and a natural wooden handle with a non-slip finish. The manufacturer describes the boar bristles as distributing the hair's natural oils.
This is a useful option to compare if smoothing and shaping are your main styling tasks and you want that bristle blend. If avoiding animal-derived bristles is important to you, this product does not meet that preference. Do not infer that the word “natural” makes a brush gentler for every scalp or hair condition.
When to consider the VARIS Nylon Brush
VARIS highlights the Nylon Brush's lightweight construction, wave-shaped bristles, soft-touch handle and bristle-locking system. Its construction offers a different handling choice from the boar-and-nylon blend.
Compare it if nylon bristles suit your preferences and you want a round brush for controlled styling. “Nylon” is a material description, not a promise that every tangle will release without effort. If a brush catches, reassess the section and technique rather than treating more pulling as the solution.
Choose the barrel size after the brush type
The official Canadian VARIS brochure lists Boar Brush barrels at 25, 33 and 43 mm, and Nylon Brush barrels at 25, 33, 43 and 53 mm. Those measurements match Cabelo's current variant labels.
Some VARIS web pages display a different nylon size sequence. For this Canadian shopping comparison, the Canadian brochure and current store variant names are the references. Check the selected product label if you are replacing a brush bought in another market.
Start with the section you can comfortably control and the curve you want to create. A barrel has to fit the hair you are working with. Choosing “large” because your hair is thick overall can miss the more practical question of section length and how you intend to hold the brush.
Do not assume size names transfer between the two listings. A 25 mm Boar Brush is labelled Small at Cabelo, while a 25 mm Nylon Brush is labelled Extra Small. Compare the millimetre measurement rather than the size word alone.
Separate detangling, shaping and finishing
Decide what you need the brush to do before treating all brush shapes as interchangeable. These two round brushes belong in a styling comparison. A broad paddle brush or a dedicated detangling tool is a different purchase decision.
- Identify your main task: releasing tangles, shaping sections or smoothing a finished style.
- Choose a shape and bristle construction that fit that task and feel manageable in your hand.
- Check the barrel measurement and selected variant before purchase.
- Use controlled sections and follow the instructions supplied with your brush and dryer.
- Stop if a section snags or brushing becomes uncomfortable. A tool should not require force to justify its purchase.
For the shape decision, read Paddle Brush vs Round Brush. If your main concern is fine strands, the VARIS fine-hair brush guide covers comfort and handling considerations separately.
Compare current VARIS brush options
Choose the Boar Brush and its available barrel sizes or Nylon Brush and its available barrel sizes. Check the displayed price after selecting the size you want. You do not need both simply because the bristle constructions differ.
These are individual brushes, not a named bundle. Browse current VARIS tools if you need a different brush shape or styling tool, and compare the exact listing rather than assuming every manufacturer product is available at Cabelo.
Questions before choosing
Is the Boar Brush entirely boar bristle?
No. The manufacturer specifies a mixture of natural boar and nylon bristles.
Is one brush guaranteed to create more shine?
No guaranteed comparison is established here. Construction, technique and hair condition all affect the finish. This guide does not report Cabelo salon testing.
Can I choose by Small, Medium or Large alone?
Check the millimetre measurement as well. The same size word does not identify the same barrel across both store listings.
Sources and review
Reviewed November 12, 2026 using the official VARIS Canadian brush overview and VARIS Canadian product brochure. Material, construction and barrel measurements come from manufacturer information. Selection advice is editorial guidance rather than a promise of results.
