Most of us use a hair brush just about every single day. Whether it be for managing our crazy bed head, working out knots and tangles post-shower or for styling our strands for a night out — our hair brush is a low-key, but necessary beauty tool.
But as many know, not all hair brushes are created equal. Some snag, tug and yank out strands, or scratch at a sensitive scalp. While others easily smooth, detangle and soften hair for a beautiful, manageable mane. To save you the stress of searching for the best hair brushes (we wouldn’t want you to pull your hair out), here are the top-rated options on the market, drugstore and luxurious alike.
TB Best Hair Brushes
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Tangle Teezer
Looking to cut your dry time in half? Users say this paddle brush significantly cut down their dry time with its stiff teeth that remove excess moisture, and allow the hair to glide through easily — minus any tugging and pulling. In fact, the teeth are also designed to pick up hair and give strands a serious volume boost, creating a fresh blowout in a matter of minutes.
Tangle Teezer Blow Styling Tool - Full Paddle, $35 at Sephora
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Wet Brush
Yanking hair for sleek, straight strands is a thing of the past with this mane miracle worker. No matter what your hair length or texture, this best hair brush is the ultimate detangler. Wet or dry, thick or fine, curly or coarse, the fine Intelliflex bristles are gentle and flexible as they work their way through tangled tendrils, and caress your scalp to stimulate circulation at the follicle (hello, hair growth). Say goodbye to painful hair brushing from here on out ladies, this hair brush won't allow it.
Wet Brush Original Detangler, $11.99 at Ulta
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Agave
This beautiful wooden hair brush smooths and detangles strands like a dream. Users say when paired with their favorite hair serum or oil, the combination combats frizz and adds immaculate shine to a dull 'do. Short on the hair oil? No problem. Users with extra thick and curly hair claim the brush is just as effective on its own, as it's able to "glide through thick hair easily" and doesn't pull out hair in the process.
Agave Healing Oil Natural Bamboo Paddle Brush Smooth & Shine, $25 at Sephora
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Revlon
Everyone loves a multi-purpose product and consumers say this paddle brush is just that. The flexible bristles make detangling pesky knots a breeze and its rubberized handle sits comfortably in the hand while you blow-dry. Users also note that the brush doesn't induce static in hair during those dry months, and is gentle for those with a sensitive scalp.
Revlon Signature Paddle Brush, $6.29 at Ulta
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Fromm
If there is an ultimate blowout tool, this hair brush is it. While curly haired gals might want to avoid this best hair brush, those seeking sleek strands are in luck. The paddle brush contains an aluminum lining, which retains heat and reduces drying time, resulting in less damage to hair. Not to mention, the subtle arched surface of the brush lifts hair at the root and smooths it without making your 'do go flat. Smooth, sleek strands have never been easier to accomplish.
Fromm 1907 Hot Paddle Brush, $19.99 at Ulta
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Cricket
Salon-worthy hair for a drugstore price? Yes, please. Consumers say this best hair brush leaves hair static-free and reduces drying time due to its vent pattern. No worries about snagging or hair ripping out, the bristles have reinforced ball tips, which easily glide through hair and are gentle on a sensitive scalp.
Cricket Static Free FastFlo Black, $7.49 at Ulta
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Mason Pearson
This high-end hair brush is a long-time consumer favorite. The handmade brush contains premium-grade boar bristles, which gently smooth hair, stimulate the scalp and evenly distribute your hair's natural oils, giving strands natural shine. While the hefty price tag might be a turn-off, consumers say their healthy-looking hair makes the brush worth every penny.
Mason Pearson Popular Mixture Nylon & Boar Bristle Brush, $205 at Nordstrom
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Goody
Sick of breakage from using your hair brush? Consumers say this drugstore pick easily glides through hair and doesn't yank or pull at tendrils. Thanks to the FlexGlide bristles, the hair brush is flexible enough to move through your strands effortlessly, while still painlessly working out knots and tangles. In fact, according to Goody, 78 percent of users experienced less hair fall with the Goody Ouchless brushes when compared to their normal brushes. Bye-bye hair fall, hello healthy hair.
Goody Ouchless Cushion Brush, $8.99 at Bed Bath & Beyond
