Find yourperfect hairbrush

Best for frizzy hair

Crafted by a top hairbrush brand known for quality and affordability, this Denman mixed-bristle brush will last you for decades. Its boar and synthetic bristles make quick work of flyaways and frizz, and evenly distribute the scalp’s natural oils down the length of the hair. ‘This is my favourite hairbrush for taming my thick, unruly hair,’ says Beauty Editor Stephanie Maylor.

Best for knotty hair

The soft bristles are designed to loosen knots without tugging, to make brushing less painful and hair less prone to breakage. It can be used on wet and dry hair and is a great companion for your hairdryer. ‘This brush comes in handy when I need to detangle,’ says Beauty Director Sarah Cooper-White.

‘It’s gentle, effective and inexpensive too.’

Best for straight hair

This cushioned brush is ideal for fine and straight hair, smoothing the hair shaft and evenly distributing natural oils. ‘Since using it, my hair has been softer, smoother and /generally in better condition,’ says Beauty Writer Annie Milroy.

Best for curly hair

Detangle your curls and coils with a brush that’s gentle, and you’ll see more defined curl patterns and a style that lasts. The even distribution of bristles reduces frizz and takes the hassle out of detangling post-shower. ‘My curly hair loves this brush. It detangles strands effortlessly and makes my curls more defined,’ says Senior Beauty Editor Rhiannon Derbyshire.

Best for thin hair

This palm-shaped, flexible brush works brilliantly on all hair types but is particularly effective on thinning hair. ‘I’m a huge fan of The Manta brush, designed to be as gentle as using hands to brush the hair and