Consumer Reports Ranks Best Detangling Brushes for Every Hair Type

Consumer Reports assessed various detangling brushes based on their effectiveness for different hair types. The Editor's Choice went to the Bestool Detangle Brush ($6.99) for its comfort and efficient detangling capabilities, although one reviewer deemed the adjustment step unnecessary. Following closely was the Olivia Garden Fingerbrush ($23.95), praised for its lightweight build and curved handle, which minimizes the number of strokes needed and includes ball-tipped bristles. The Tangle Teezer The Ultimate Detangler ($16.89) was identified as ideal for straight hair, though testers with thick hair found it insufficient. The FHI HEAT Unbrush ($18) performed best for curly hair (3A-3B), despite concerns about its flimsy bristles. Lastly, the Felicia Leatherwood Detangler Brush ($28) was favored for kinky hair but criticized for its uncomfortable handle. The evaluation highlighted the importance of bristle spacing, firmness, and handle design.