Combs have been used by people since ages and probably date back to the Stone Age, when man, for the first time, created a solid tool with teeth, to tame his hair. It is interesting to know that the initial uses of comb were not restricted to hair care and straightening. They were also used as decorative accessories. Combs are among the oldest tools to have been discovered by archaeologists. They can be made with a variety of materials, including wood and plastic. In the present times, a variety of combs is being made to meet different purposes, such as simple combs, hot combs and lice combs. In case you are wondering when and how combs came into existence, read on to know their detailed history.
