Wet Brush reviews and discussion

4.6

95% of reviewers would recommend to a friend

Reviews mention

  • Gentle bristles minimize breakage
  • Painless detangling for tender scalps
  • Versatile wet-and-dry performance
  • Lightweight, ergonomic brush designs
  • Fragile bristles and comb teeth
  • Peeling paint and plastic scuffing
  • Static-prone plastic materials
  • Hard-to-clean lint buildup

Wet Brush earns strong reviews as an effective, gentle detangler that reduces pain and breakage on wet or dry hair, with many loyalists citing the Original Detangler, Paddle Detangling Brush, Shine Enhancer, vented and shower brushes as daily staples. Reviews also flag drawbacks: bristles and comb teeth can break, paint and plastic scuff or shed, some users struggle to clean lint, and performance can falter on very thick, coily, or curly hair and when used with heat.

AI summary based on Thingtesting reviews

135 reviews and posts

  • I have had my wet brush for a couple of years now which I guess means it has some long-lasting ability however plastic bristles come out every time I brush my hair which is annoying and demonstrates the product is not as long-lasting as other brands might be.

  • So I used wet brushes over the past 10 years and I’ve never been a huge fan but decided to buy a miniature one from Ulta to put in my gym bag so I’ve had it for a few months and the brush itself is fine. I have very thick but fine hair and I still get some tangles and it just pulls a little too much that I feel like is hindering my blonde bleached hair but for in a pinch and after a shower, this is great after the gym. My only complaint is I’ve had it for like one month and it’s been in the same pocket in my gym bag so it’s not getting a lot of wear and tear but yet most of the paint on the backside has started coming off so that’s a little disappointing, but it doesn’t hurt the quality of the brush. It just hurts the visual.

  • This wet brush is such an essential part of my toolkit for hair care. It changed my life and even though my hair is easy to manage, it totally makes a difference and brushes through much smoother than other brushes.

  • I have only ever had to replace my wet brush once, it is a staple in my bathroom. I wish they had some more interesting designs but that is just a visual preference. Many of their color options are very bright/cartoonish which is fine, just not my taste.

  • I love this brush! It does a great job at detangling my hair right when I’m right out of the shower or when I just have woken up! It is a simple, yet effective product that brushes my hair just right!

  • I like this a lot! Got this on impulse and honestly didn’t expect much, but now all my family members use it too. It goes through tangles so easily and doesn’t pull or hurt at all. I use it all the time, especially after a shower. Definitely one of my fave brushes!

  • This brush is something I got because my partner needed a brush for his long hair. I don't normally use a brush for my hair, but I did try this a couple times just to see how it felt. It definitely feels satisfying on the scalp, and I could see myself using this if not for the fact that my hair gets horrible if it gets brushed through. The brush is also nice because it never feels like it pulls and creates painful tension like brushes of old do. I personally don't understand the hype around a brush of all things, but I do respect this brand for working well and making hair brushing a pleasant experience.

  • This brand is a godsend. I have curly hair and it takes really long to detangle in the shower. I used to use a wide tooth comb until I found that these brushes work waayyyy better and hurt waayyy less. Made my life so much easier. I always have one in the shower, I take one with me when I travel (the regular size not the travel size), I take it with me when I go to the pool, I keep this with me at all times. Also, I appreciate how easy it is to clean.

  • I’m not sure how I brushed my wet hair *before* the wet brush, but it’s now all I use. I have multiple and am thankful for them with my long fine hair.

  • The Wet Brush is fantastic for detangling without causing breakage. It glides through wet or dry hair with ease, leaving it smooth and tangle-free. The only downside is that the bristles could be a bit sturdier, but overall, it’s a great tool for gentle hair care.

  • This review is for the treatment wet brush This hair brush has long, thick, large spaced out plastic bristles. It's supposed to be used to distribute hair treatments, or conditioners or whatever you use, evenly in your hair. It does a good job of that, and helps with detangling. I like how this brush doesn't pull on my hair. I have thick frizzy hair, when I use this brush it doesn't feel like it pulls it so much, leaving my hair less frizzier than with other brushes. When I use it dry hair it takes the frizz away. This review is for the charcoal infused treatment & shine wet brush First of all let me say that this is one of the best brushes I have ever used on my hair. I usually don't like using a brush because I feel like it pulls my hair and causes breakage. This brush has ultra-soft intelliflex bristles that easily detangles, minimizes pain and protects against split ends and breakage. It's charcoal infused cushion purifies strands with every stroke to improve manageability. After showering I spray a leave-in conditioner on my hair, then I use the brush. It just glides through my hair, no tugging, no tangles. When I use it on dry hair it leaves it soft and shiny, no frizz.

  • What you see is what you get! This isn’t an h-shattering product, but it is convenient and reliable. It detangles well and dries quickly, but isn’t anything too out of the ordinary. I think the price is a bit much for what it is, honestly.

  • I swear by these products for keeping my hair healthy & breakage-free when wet. I have two versions of their wet brushes that serve different purposes and use them both daily. I love the original detangler which has been my tried & true brush for years, but more recently added the Shine Enhancer brush as well, and love to use it for styling and maintaining my hair between washes.

  • I purchased a Wet Brush for my daughters' long hair. I wanted to make brushing as easy as possible. It isn't my go-to brush, but I do like how it gets through their hair for the most part. I will say there are still a few tangles that I have to work on with other combs or brushes, but overall the Wet Brush works pretty well.

  • I’ve tried a lot of hairbrushes for me elementary aged girls who always have tangled hair in the morning. I recently bought a wet brush and I couldn’t believe it when they told me it’s by far their favorite. Much less snagging and wincing when we use it.

  • I really love all of the Wet Brushes that I have tried. I have tried the original, plus I have a pocket sized one, plus I’ve tried a detangling comb, and they all work great. I think that the quality of the brushes are great in comparison to other drugstore type brands. Plus, I like that they are easily cleanable and do not seem to get as dirty as traditional brushes.

  • I have been using the Wet Brush for years. I use the Wet Brush to brush my hair when I get out of the shower. It helps detangle knots if you have any. The bristles are thinner than most brushes. I then use a Conair brush after to go over my hair.

  • No better way to get the softest hair ever than brushing through your conditioner with a wet brush.

  • My wet brush never fails to amaze me. I have an Ariel one and a Moana one. Perfect for my curly hair.

  • BEST DETANGLING BRUSH OF ALL TIME!! I started using Wet Brush years ago as a professional hair stylist and use them at home for myself and each of my daughters as well. They comb through tangles painlessly on wet or dry hair. Cute colors and patterns too. I also like the wide tooth comb for detangling hair in the shower