Living Long with What Matters. A Mindful Life, Starting with hillbrush

Our lives keep changing with the times. In the pursuit of novelty, convenience, and low prices, there are moments when we want to pause and ask ourselves what we truly need. At ZUTTO, we have always proposed encounters with things that grow more appealing with use, and that can be cherished for a long time—sometimes with a little repair along the way.

This time, we introduce hillbrush, a long-established British brush maker founded in 1922. What began as the production of wooden brushes for local farmers has grown into a brand with more than a century of history, one that has built solid trust especially within the food industry, where strict hygiene standards are demanded.

Queen Elizabeth II herself visited hillbrush, and this proud British brush maker holds a Royal Warrant. Today it offers about 3,000 products, beloved in more than 90 countries around the world. Its quality is well proven by its popularity in Japan's food factories, where hygiene standards are especially demanding.

"More Time with Your Favorite Clothes"—Clothes Brushes

Caring for your clothes is a time to deepen your bond with them. We all want to keep wearing our favorite garments for a long time, preserving their original beauty with easy care. It's said that making brushing a habit can roughly double the lifespan of your clothing.

▼Fabric Care Brush... Thoroughly removes the causes of damage to a variety of fabrics.

For suits, coats, and wool or cashmere fabrics that are hard to wash, dust and sweat are the main causes of damage. Simply brushing off the surface by hand only cleans the top layer, so it's important to properly brush the fabric to remove dirt from between the fibers.

Made with boar bristles that split finely at the tips, the Fabric Care Brush works its way into the weave of the fabric to sweep out even fine dust, realigning the fibers and restoring their sheen. Compared to horsehair, it has a moderate softness that is gentle on fabric.

This softness lets it sweep away not only dust but also pollen, so during pollen season we especially recommend hanging it by the entryway for use. Since you can quickly care for your clothes before or after going out, it's convenient to keep it somewhere you'll use it habitually. It works on delicate garments like cashmere and wool coats, as well as a variety of fabrics such as chair and sofa upholstery and curtains.

"Dependable Even in Hard-to-Reach Places"—Cleaning Brushes

Cleaning places that can't be washed—furniture, sofas, car seats—leaves not just the space but your mind feeling refreshed too. The delicate natural bristles thoroughly catch fine debris that nylon bristles can't pick up.

By carefully cleaning the places that are hard to see or hard to reach, you can also give peace of mind to those with allergies or to children. With looks good enough to leave out, these two brushes are easy to pick up and become part of your regular vacuuming routine.

▼Banister Brush... Useful for everything around the house.

Its versatility is such that it can proudly serve as the only brush you need for cleaning the house. In hillbrush's home country of England, the "banister brush" existed to properly whisk away the dust that accumulates on the decorations of castles and palaces. Symbolizing the brand's long tradition, this brush bears the Royal Warrant mark, the seal of approval from the British royal family. Its comfortable feel makes it just as valuable in Japanese-style and Western-style rooms alike.

The soft, long bristles reach into every corner to remove dust without damaging delicate items. It's ideal for cleaning shoji and fusuma frames, shelves, and ranma transoms that are hard to wipe with a damp cloth. It's also handy around desk lamps and cables, where dust tends to collect. Softer than the Fabric Care Brush, it can even be used on wool clothing.

With just the right firmness and springiness, it works well all around the house—on upholstered sofas, around TVs and desks, curtain rails, bedside areas, musical instruments like pianos, closet poles, laundry poles, and the tops of shoe cabinets—all without scratching the surface.

▼Long Gap Brush... It feels great because it really gets the dirt out.

As its name suggests, this brush is perfect for cleaning gaps and grooves. Its flat bristle tips and firm tampico fiber bristles use the natural strength of the material to thoroughly dig out even stubborn dirt and dust.

It's handy for cleaning gaps in car seats, brushing off mud or soot outdoors, cleaning dirt off shoes, sweeping away insects or spider webs, or even cleaning stairs like a broom.

It's great for cleaning tall, narrow spots like window sills and curtain rails. With natural antibacterial properties, it withstands tough use and can be enjoyed for a long time.

"Gently Protecting Your Precious Devices"—Appliance Brushes

We tend to organize our computer's internal data but neglect caring for the device itself. Cleaning around the keyboard in particular often gets put off even when the grime bothers us, but regular maintenance can extend the life of your electronics.

▼Laptop Brush... Two types of bristles for careful cleaning, even in small spaces.

With two types of bristles—soft goat hair and firm hog hair—this careful, conscientious brush is designed to properly distinguish between cleaning the keyboard and the display.

Goat hair is typically prized for use in makeup brushes and the like, so it easily handles removing fine dust from displays. It can be used with confidence on delicate electronics, and since it doesn't generate static electricity easily, it lets you clean efficiently.

The boar bristles used for gaps have a firm, sturdy texture that reaches into tight crevices and uneven surfaces to clean them thoroughly, right where you need it most. Being durable, they're also less prone to wear over time, which is a welcome feature. They can be used not only on computers but also on audio equipment and other appliances, and the smaller size is handy for cleaning gaps in handheld electronics or kitchen grinders.

"When a daily habit becomes a special moment" — Body Brush

A daily shower or bath is more than just a time to wash away dirt from the body—it's an opportunity to refresh both mind and body. Incorporating a body brush into your daily bath routine allows for even more effective care.

▼Long Handle Bath Brush... A body brush with many wonderful benefits for both skin and body.

Brushes made with natural bristles have a quality that easily holds air, allowing a small amount of soap to create a rich, dense lather, making them economical to use. They're also gentler on the skin compared to synthetic bristles, making them easy to use even for sensitive skin. Combined with a comfortable-to-hold wooden handle and high durability, they're an excellent everyday item for daily use.

The brush head's easy-to-grip shape expands the range of ways it can be used—it's also suitable for dry brushing, exfoliation, and lymphatic massage.

・Detox and relaxation effects from improved blood and lymphatic circulation

・Resolving dullness and roughness by removing old dead skin cells

・Preventing back acne

・Relieving swelling and promoting quality sleep by regulating the autonomic nervous system

・Promoting skin cell turnover and enhancing skincare effectiveness

Maintaining healthy, beautiful skin depends on consistency in your daily routine. By making just a few minutes of brushing care a habit during your daily bath, you can guide your skin toward a beautiful, healthy state.

"Because they're family, they deserve the best care" — Pet Brush

Brushing your pet is essential both for hygiene and health management, but if it also helps them relax through physical bonding, that's a happy bonus for the owner too. Pet brushes made with natural bristles bring hair into a soft, tangle-free state with a comfortable softness and gentleness—much like the grooming animals do with one another.

▼Pet Brush

My dog has long hair, so I wondered whether a smaller brush would work well—but gently brushing around the face and other areas seems to feel really good for her. In winter, I try to use natural materials as much as possible to prevent static electricity, and brushes made with natural bristles like this one are indeed less prone to generating static. That's a real advantage of the material, as it also helps prevent dust from being kicked up into the air.

"A moment to care for yourself, with a comb" — Hair Brush

Many people find that when rushing to comb their hair while getting ready, the more they hurry, the more tangled it becomes, causing damage to accumulate at the ends. The hillbrush hair comb is designed not only to suppress static electricity, reducing tangling and frizz, but also to work well across different hair types and lengths.

Choosing the right comb is essential for daily hair care. Selecting the best option for your purpose and hair type helps reduce damage to your hair and enables more effective care. Here we compare the features of hillbrush's two types of combs.

What's the difference between the Hair Comb (WIDE) and the Hair Comb (FAMILY)?

▲Hair Comb (WIDE)

With its rounded, wide teeth, this comb specializes in detangling. There are many types of combs out there, but hillbrush's comb has a shape that glides through hair without catching, allowing it to detangle more smoothly than typical combs. After coming home—especially on days when you've used styling products—hair can become prone to tangling, and washing it in that state can cause additional damage from friction and knots. Combing through once with a wide-tooth comb first helps reduce that damage.

○ Normal to thick hair strands
○ Thick, voluminous hair
○ Frizzy, easily tangled hair
○ Permed hair
○ Hair with extensions
○ For those who want to use it on wet hair
○ For those who apply styling products generously
*Not suitable for fine hair, thin hair, or short hair.

Detangling before shampooing
Caring for wet hair
After applying styling products

Compared to the Hair Comb (WIDE), the fine-toothed Hair Comb (FAMILY) is the one that excels mainly for styling.

▲Hair Comb (FAMILY)

With fine teeth, this comb is ideal for styling and scalp care. It reliably catches short hairs and dust, making fine styling adjustments easier. The natural beechwood material doesn't generate static electricity easily, which is also a welcome benefit—it helps prevent fine, soft hair from tangling. What's more, since it's made from hard beechwood, combing through your hair with it doubles as a scalp massage, making every stroke feel wonderful.

○ Fine to normal hair strands
○ Straight to slightly wavy hair
○ For those seeking shine
○ For those who prioritize styling
○ For those who want scalp care

*Not suitable for wet hair, strongly curly hair, or thick, voluminous hair.

Styling dry hair Scalp massage Everyday styling

Using cherished things for a long time—this not only nurtures our attachment to the objects themselves, but also transforms our everyday lives into something richer.

Through daily care, hillbrush brushes become tools that watch over your favorite clothes and belongings, and even your family's health. Each time you use one, it settles more comfortably into your hand, and you can feel your affection for it grow. From the simple act of cleaning to a more mindful way of living.

Disposable cleaning products that make things easy and clean are certainly convenient, saving both time and effort. But if you have cleaning tools that you find yourself wanting to treasure every time you use them, your whole attitude toward cleaning changes, and perhaps you can live each day with a more careful, attentive spirit. It was with this thought in mind that we encountered this brand just before spring. Why not begin, together with hillbrush, a way of living more comfortably and for longer with the things you cherish?