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Arkive Upcycles Japanese Bamboo Comb
| Brand Name | Arkive Recycles |
| Source | Arkive |
| Arkived because | Unconsumed Stock |
| Key Ingredients | Bamboo |
| Product Decline | Recycling |
The natural, Japanese, eco-biodegradable bamboo comb.
Story
Wooden combs in Japan were once believed to have shamanic qualities. Women would brush their black hair thinking that the combs would gather each strandās spiritual energy. In later years they became used to create elaborate hairdos for theĀ geikoĀ andĀ kabukiĀ actors of traditional Japanese entertainment scenes. Today the combs are acknowledged as a traditional craft and appreciated for their function as everyday cosmetic tools.
