Wet Brush Paddle Detangler, Black
A cheap, gentle detangler for thick or long hair, with bristles that wear over time.
The short version
- People with long, thick or curly hair that tangles
- Anyone who brushes hair in the shower or right after washing
- Parents detangling kids' hair
- You want a brush for smoothing or volume while blow drying
- You need bristles that hold up for years of daily use without wear
What owners like
- Detangles with little pulling, wet or dry
- Handles thick, curly and long hair well
- Low price, and some owners keep one for years
Common complaints
- Ball tips on the bristles wear down after months of use
- Some report a broken handle or a worn look over time
Based on The Wet Brush product page, the Amazon listing, a long term owner review on Feeling Good as Hail and a Product Playoffs comparison of the Wet Brush and Tangle Teezer..
Research scores
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Ownership
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What it does
A wide paddle hairbrush with soft, flexible IntelliFlex bristles for detangling wet or dry hair, sold on the maker's site today in Frost Black.
- Larger cushion and wider bristle span, made for longer or thicker hair
- Flexible bristles bend through knots rather than pulling
- Works on wet or dry hair
- Paddle shape covers more hair per stroke
- Sold in several colors, with black now listed as Frost Black
A low cost, gentle detangler that suits long, thick or curly hair and works in the shower or on dry hair. The main trade-off is wear, since the ball tips on the bristles can break down over months of regular use.
How it compares
Specs
- Brush type
- Paddle detangler
- Bristles
- IntelliFlex, ultra soft plastic
- Hair types
- All hair types, including thick, long and curly, per Wet Brush
- Use
- Wet or dry hair
- Handle
- Ergonomic handle
- Maker claim
- Up to 55% less breakage than a leading competitor, results vary by hair type
Questions
Can you use the Wet Brush Paddle Detangler on dry hair?
Yes. Wet Brush says it works on wet or dry hair.
What is the difference between the Wet Brush Paddle and the original?
The paddle has a larger cushion and wider bristle span, made for longer or thicker hair.
How do you clean a Wet Brush?
One owner review suggests a drop of shampoo in warm water, working between the bristles with your fingers, then letting it air dry.
Is the Wet Brush Paddle good for curly hair?
Wet Brush lists it for all hair types, including thick and curly hair.
Sources
- Wet Brush: Paddle Detangler, Frost Black
- Amazon.com: Wet Brush Paddle Detangler Hair Brush Black
- Feeling Good as Hail: The Wet Brush review
- Product Playoffs: Wet Brush vs Tangle Teezer
Researched 2026-10-02. We bought this product; our page is built from the maker's details and what owners report across reviews and forums. We never copy Amazon customer reviews.