Kraft Pro Carbon Combs - FAQ
What is the difference between the Red Series Combs and the Black Carbon Anti-Static Combs?
Both the Red Series Combs and the Black Carbon Anti-Static Combs from Kraft Pro are built from carbon fibre composite material, which means both are anti-static, heat-resistant, and chemically resistant. The distinction is in finish, series, and product range.
The Black Carbon Anti-Static range is the larger of the two collections - 16 products including the Zee Comb, Jumbo Wave Comb, Pin Tail, and Classic Dressing Comb. The black carbon finish is understated and traditional, designed for barbers and stylists who prefer a clean, professional look in their kit.
The Red Series is an 11-product range with the same carbon construction but in a distinctive red finish. It also includes the Red 3-in-1 Brush Comb - a tool unique to this series. The red colour makes each comb immediately identifiable in a busy station, which is a practical advantage when you're moving fast between clients.
Why do professional barbers use carbon combs instead of plastic?
Standard plastic combs build up static charge as they move through hair - this causes frizz, flyaways, and hair sticking to the comb teeth mid-service. Carbon fibre composite eliminates this entirely. The material is naturally anti-static, so the comb moves cleanly through hair at every stage of the cut or blow-dry without generating the charge that disrupts a smooth finish.
Beyond anti-static properties, carbon combs are structurally superior to plastic for daily professional use. The teeth are more precisely formed and hold their shape under pressure - they don't flex or spread the way cheaper plastic does over months of heavy use. The material is also heat-resistant up to 230°C, so contact with blow-dryer airflow or a straightener doesn't warp the comb or damage the teeth.
For Indian hair types - which tend to be thick, dense, and high-friction - the difference is particularly noticeable. The rounded teeth on Kraft Pro's carbon combs glide through dense hair with less drag and less scalp friction than standard combs.
Are Kraft Pro carbon combs safe to use with heat styling tools?
Yes. Both the Red Series and Black Carbon combs are heat-resistant to 230°C - which is the operating temperature range of most professional blow-dryers on high heat and most flat irons and straighteners at their upper settings.
This means you can use these combs to guide hair through a flat iron or to section hair while a blow-dryer is directed at the same area without any risk of warping, melting, or the comb teeth deforming. Standard plastic combs, particularly cheaper ones, can soften and distort at much lower temperatures than this - which creates uneven teeth spacing and makes them unreliable for precision work.
The carbon combs are also chemical-resistant, making them safe to use during colour services and treatments without the material degrading over time.
What is the Zee Comb and what is it used for?
The Zee Comb is one of the most recognisable products in the Kraft Pro Black Carbon Anti-Static range. It takes its name from the Z-shaped profile created by the alternating wide and narrow tooth spacing along the spine - a design that gives you more versatility from a single comb than a standard uniform-tooth format.
The wide-spaced teeth are used to detangle, distribute product, and work through thick or curly hair without snagging. The fine-spaced teeth give you the precision control needed for parting, sectioning, and detailed finishing work. For barbers who work across a range of hair types and textures, having both tooth densities in a single tool reduces the number of comb swaps mid-service.
Like all Kraft Pro carbon combs, the Zee Comb is anti-static, heat-resistant, and has rounded teeth that won't scratch the scalp.
Which comb is best for use alongside professional hair cutting scissors?
The Cutting Comb from the Red Series is designed specifically for scissor-over-comb work. It has a fine-tooth section for picking up and controlling small, clean sections of hair before cutting, and a wider tooth section for initial combing and distribution. The length and weight of the comb are calibrated for comfortable use alongside scissors - not too heavy, with enough rigidity to hold a section firm without flexing.
For barbering specifically - where scissor-over-comb technique is used constantly in fade and taper work - the carbon anti-static finish of the cutting comb means it won't build charge that makes short clippings cling to the comb and disrupt visibility of the blend line.
The Classic Dressing Comb and Dressing Large Comb from the Black Carbon range are also used alongside scissors for longer hair cutting, particularly for sectioning and controlling the hair while working through the sides and back.
What is a tail comb used for in a professional salon?
A tail comb has a long pointed handle - the 'tail' - attached to a standard comb head. The tail is used for creating clean, precise parting lines in the hair before sectioning, colouring, or styling. It gives a level of part-line precision that a standard comb or the end of a brush cannot match.
In colour services, the tail is used to draw the exact parting needed for highlights, balayage placement, or colour sections. In cutting, it creates the horizontal and diagonal parts that define the zones of a layered cut. In styling, it's used to dress the finished hair into place with precision.
Kraft Pro offers the Tail Comb in both the Red Series and the Black Carbon Anti-Static range. Both use the same carbon fibre construction for anti-static performance and heat resistance. The Pin Tail Comb has a finer, more pointed tail - better for very precise partings on fine or closely-cropped hair.
Can Kraft Pro carbon combs be sterilised between clients?
Yes - this is one of the practical advantages of carbon fibre construction over standard plastic. Kraft Pro's carbon combs can be fully sterilised using barbicide or UV steriliser cabinets without the material degrading, discolouring, or warping. The carbon composite is chemically resistant, which means repeated exposure to salon-grade disinfectants doesn't affect the structural integrity of the comb or the finish.
This is a requirement in professional barbershops and salons where tool hygiene between clients is part of the service standard. Standard plastic combs can crack or cloud with repeated chemical exposure. Carbon combs hold up to the same sterilisation routine over months of daily use without any visible deterioration.
What is the Red 3-in-1 Brush Comb and when would I use it?
The Red 3-in-1 Brush Comb is a multi-function tool exclusive to the Kraft Pro Red Series. It combines three functions in a single tool: a comb section for detangling and sectioning, a brush section for smoothing and styling, and a combined mode for use across both functions in a single stroke on certain hair types.
It's most useful in the prep and finishing stages of a service rather than during precision cutting. For blow-drying wavy or slightly textured hair into a smooth finish, the brush component does the smoothing work while the comb section adds tension and direction. For detangling before a cut or colour service, it reduces the number of tool swaps needed.
For barbers and stylists who travel light between chairs or between appointments, the 3-in-1 reduces kit bulk without compromising on the tools available. At Rs. 295 it's also the most accessible product in the Red Series.
Which Kraft Pro comb is best for thick or coarse Indian hair?
For thick, coarse, or high-density hair - which covers the majority of clients in an Indian barbershop or salon - the right comb depends on the stage of the service.
- For initial detangling: the Jumbo Wave Comb from the Black Carbon range. The wider, more generously spaced teeth move through dense, tangled hair without pulling or breakage.
- For blow-drying: the Styling Comb from the Red Series. The tooth spacing and rigidity handle the tension needed for smoothing thick hair under heat without the comb flexing.
- For cutting work: the Cutting Comb (Red Series) or the Classic Dressing Comb (Black Carbon). Both hold sections firmly for scissor work without the teeth spreading under pressure.
- For finishing and parting: the Tail Comb or Pin Tail Comb from either range - the pointed handle creates clean parts even through dense hair.
All Kraft Pro carbon combs are built for the demands of thick, coarse hair - the rounded teeth reduce scalp friction, the anti-static carbon prevents frizz, and the heat resistance means the comb holds up through blow-dry work.
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What is the price range and are they available for delivery across India?
Kraft Pro carbon combs are available from Rs. 135 (Tail Comb, Dressing Comb, Pin Tail Comb in the Black Carbon range) up to Rs. 295 for the Red 3-in-1 Brush Comb. The majority of products in both collections are priced between Rs. 135 and Rs. 245, making them accessible for individual stylists as well as salons buying in bulk for a team.
All products in both collections are available online with delivery across India. First-time orders receive 20% off the entire purchase. For salon bulk orders, team kits, or distributor enquiries, contact info@vardhamangroup.org.