13 Detangling Hairbrushes That Are Miracle Workers For Every Hair Type

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Hair brushes really only have one job, but even the best of them can fall short when you're trying to pass them through a head full of tangles and knots. Moments like these are why everyone should have a detangling brush on hand that's equipped to undo even the toughest of tangles and make the process of styling our hair that much easier. Having the right kind of brush to detangle your hair isn't just necessary because of convenience — it's also a must because using the wrong kind of brush on your hair can leave you susceptible to more damage, breakage, and split ends — and no one wants that.

Despite what you might think, this category isn't limited just to your standard paddle brushes. When we think of hair brushes and detangling products, we're also talking about edge tools, teasers, blow drying brushes, and more. Whether you have kinky, curly, coily, or straight hair, we did the work for you and rounded up our favorite detangling brushes for every hair type ahead. Whether you've been searching for the best detangling shower brush or the best detanling brush for curly hair, keep scrolling to take a look at our favorite picks, so you can make sure your hair is always in tip-top shape.

Best In-Shower Detangling Brush
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Best In-Shower Detangling Brush

Wet Brush Go Green Coconut Oil Infused Hair Brush ($15)

The biodegradable plant starch handle isn't the only reason we're in love with the Wet Brush Go Green Coconut Oil Infused Hair Brush. It's perfect for in-shower usage and minimizes pain, leaving your hair feeling smooth and tangle-free in just a few passes.

Best Detangling Brush For For Curly Hair
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Best Detangling Brush For For Curly Hair

Denman D14 Mini Styler Brush ($17)

The Denman D14 Mini Styler Brush is a classic among naturals. The bristles are soft on the hair but still functional enough to detangle and smooth the hair and reduce frizz. Read our full editor review.

Best Overall Detangling Brush
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Best Overall Detangling Brush

Tangle Teezer ($14)

If you haven't at least tried using a Tangle Teezer, then you have no idea what you're missing out on. It features a palm-shaped design with a mixture of long and short teeth that work together to rid your hair of even the toughest of knots and tangles.

Best Wet and Dry Detangling Brush
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Best Wet and Dry Detangling Brush

Drybar Super Lemon Drop Brush ($20)

The Drybar Super Lemon Drop Brush works on both wet and dry hair to work through tangles without all of the uncomfortable tugging.

Best Oil-Infused Detangling Brush
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Best Oil-Infused Detangling Brush

Cricket Ultra Smooth Coconut Detangling Brush ($13)

The plastic in the Cricket Ultra Smooth Coconut Detangling Brush is infused with coconut oil and keratin to keep your hair looking shiny in its tangle-free state. It also doubles as a scalp massager for all the multitaskers out there.

Best Detangling Hair Dryer Brush
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Best Detangling Hair Dryer Brush

Revlon Salon One-Step Hair Dryer and Volumizer ($60)

The Revlon Salon One-Step Hair Dryer and Volumizer received rave reviews from one POPSUGAR editor for its fast-drying abilities and affordable price tag. You can detangle, dry, and style all at the same time.

Best Detangling Edge Tool
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Best Detangling Edge Tool

Pattern Beauty Edge Tool ($12)

The Pattern Beauty Edge Tool gives you two must-have products for the price of one, as it's the perfect tool to grab when laying your edges with a styling gel and taming flyaways.

Best Detangling Paddle Brush
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Best Detangling Paddle Brush

GHD Paddle Brush ($35)

If you're looking to elevate your standard hair brush, look no further than the GHD Paddle Brush. It works amazingly on hair that's shoulder-length and longer, relieving you of knots big and small to give any style a sleek finish.

Best Detangler Brush For Thick Hair
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Best Detangler Brush For Thick Hair

Felicia Leatherwood Detangler Brush ($28)

The Felicia Leatherwood Detangler Brush is raved about among stylists and natural-hair experts alike, and it was created specifically with thick curly hair in mind. It features spaced-out bristles designed to glide through the hair without ripping, breaking, or damaging it.

Best Detangling Round Hair Brush
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Best Detangling Round Hair Brush

Conair Quick Blow Dry Pro Porcupine Round Hair Brush ($14)

Give yourself a salon-quality blowout with the Conair Quick Blow Dry Pro Porcupine Round Hair Brush, which pairs well with any blowdryer to smooth out curls and leave you with a voluminous finish every time.

Tangle Teezer Ultimate Teaser Hair Brush
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Tangle Teezer Ultimate Teaser Hair Brush

Tangle Teezer Ultimate Teaser Hair Brush ($12)

This is a volumizer with two tiers of bristles that allow you to give your hair more height with minimal damage or breakage.

Best Detangling Scalp Massaging Shampoo Brush
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Best Detangling Scalp Massaging Shampoo Brush

Vitagoods Scalp Massaging Shampoo Brush ($20)

Give yourself a mini in-shower spa treatment with the Vitagoods Scalp Massaging Shampoo Brush. It's made with rubber tips that gently vibrate to massage and exfoliate your scalp as you cleanse with your favorite shampoo.

Best Detangling Comb
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Best Detangling Comb

Diane Large Lift Comb ($4)

Ideal for thicker, curlier textures, the Diane Large Lift Comb can be used to lift the hair and add volume with coated teeth that aren't too abrasive on the hair and scalp.

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— Additional reporting by Renee Rodriguez


Danielle Jackson was a former assistant editor for POPSUGAR Beauty.


Renee Rodriguez is a staff writer and social producer for PS. She writes across all verticals, but her main areas of expertise focus on fashion and beauty content with an emphasis on reviews and editor experiments. She also produces social content for the PS TikTok and Instagram accounts.