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6 Detangling Brushes that Will Take the Stress out of Styling Your Hair

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Published on Jun 18, 2021

Confession: Sometimes I go a little too long without brushing my hair (especially during quarantine). That’s until I notice a terrifying, bird’s nest type of knot forming and it horrifies me to my core. If you, or someone you love, has ever tried to run fingers through your hair only to get stuck in the strands, it might be time to educate yourself on the best detangling brushes available now. 

Nowadays, there are options for a detangling brush for every hair type—curly hair, straight hair, 4C hair, and more. Read on for a few detangling brushes that Ipsters are loving right now. Trust us, sometimes it’s all you need to save yourself from a knotty situation. 

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6 Detangling Hair Brushes to Try ASAP

1. Best On-The-Go: IGK HAIR Pop Travel Brush

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You never know when tangles can arise, so be prepared with this pop-up brush that can fit right in your handbag or gym bag. One side of the brush is a mirror so you can pull it out for makeup touch-ups too. The neon yellow color makes sure you’ll always find it when you need it (especially if your purse is a black hole, like ours).

2. Best Biodegradable: SUGARBEAR HAIR Gentle Detangling Bamboo Brush

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This brush is made for all hair types, and it’s totally plastic-free. Even the bristles are plastic-free. The bamboo is sustainably sourced and biodegradable, so when you’re ready to toss out this brush one day, it won’t sit somewhere in a landfill for all of eternity. A hole poked into the brush allows for more airflow between strands, so you can even use it on wet hair. 

3. Best For Coiled Hair: BRIOGEO Vegan Boar Bristle Brush

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This vegan version of a boar bristle brush does all the work without harming any animals in the process. It’s lightweight and features soft, ballpoint tips that gently massage the scalp, while multi-layered bristles ensure each strand gets the detangling treatment it deserves. Plus, the fun lilac color will stand out and look chic in your medicine cabinet or on bathroom shelves.

4. Best For Extensions: R+CO Detangling Brush

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Whether your hair is wet, dry, or loaded with extensions, this detangling brush will get the job done. It’s designed specifically to comb through rough knots, and the ergonomic handle ensures your hand won’t be totally worn out when you’re finished. 

5. Best For In the Shower: KLORANE Tangle Teaser Hair Brush

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Since this brush is specifically designed for use in the shower, it’s the perfect companion for helping you comb in conditioning treatments, serums, and oils evenly. The teeth bend and flex throughout the hair, so it won’t harm or cause breakage to strands. It also helps give a deeper cleanse to hair as you shampoo. Use it once a week to comb through your shampoo product to ensure you’re getting your scalp and hair squeaky clean.

6. Best Vented: IT’S A 10 Miracle Detangling Brush

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This looks like a brush from the future. With it’s wave-back design and open-air head, you can easily clean this brush so you can keep it for years to come. As you brush through your strands, the paddle on the brush actually bends and conforms to the shape of your head. You can use this on wet or dry hair and even on extensions. The sure grip handle also ensures you get secure leverage and a firm hold on the brush as you move it through your hair.

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