When it comes to detangling without drama, the Olivia Garden Fingerbrush is a kit essential. Flexible, scalp-hugging, and totally iconic, this cult-favourite tool glides through hair with zero pulling, zero pain, and absolutely no breakage.
But did you know there are different versions of the detangling powerhouses in the Fingerbrush family?
Whether you’re smoothing dry strands or tackling tangles at the backwash, there’s a Fingerbrush made for the moment. So, which one’s right for your kit? Let’s break it down.
THIS: Fingerbrush Care Iconic Boar & Nylon
Dry Hair Only – Shine On, Smoothly!
Classic and refined, this brush is your best friend for finishing styles on dry hair. The unique blend of boar and nylon bristles offers the perfect balance. The boar bristles distribute natural oils for added shine and smoothness, while the nylon bristles gently detangle without tugging. Its flexible, finger-like shape hugs the scalp and glides effortlessly, leaving the hair frizz-free, glossy, and polished.
If your goal is to revive second-day waves, perfect a glossy ponytail, or create a sleek blow-dry, this is your go-to.
When to Use: Dry hair only
Suited for: daily brushing, fine to medium textures, and extensions
Texture Benefits: Reduces frizz, adds natural shine
Ideal For: Polishing, smoothing, dry styling
Colours: Black, Pastel Pink, Lavender, Mint, Hot Pink + Limited Editions
Extra Details: Built-in sectioning pick, extra flexible curved body
Brush it out – painless detangling, zero breakage.
THAT: Fingerbrush Care Iconic Double Bristles
Wet or Dry – Detangle on Demand!
Need something that works as hard as you do? This one’s made for multitasking and designed to detangle wet or dry hair with ease. The V-shaped double nylon bristles dive deeper into the hair, gently separating the strands of hair and so tackling knots faster and more effectively without causing breakage. It’s ideal for all hair types, including thick, textured, or curly hair and especially useful at the backwash.
Whether you’re prepping damp strands for a treatment, brushing out curls, or simply need a quick and painless detangle, this one’s ready for anything.
When to Use: Wet or dry hair
Suited for: all hair types, especially thick, curly, or textured hair.
Texture Benefits: Defines curls, smooths frizz, tackles tough tangles
Ideal For: Backwash brushing, thick and textured hair, speedy prep
Colours: Black
Extra Details: Made with recycled plastic, ultra-gentle scalp hugging body
Brush it out – painless detangling, zero breakage.
Pro tip: Recommend the Fingerbrush Double Bristle to clients who swim often or go to the gym regularly. It’s also a game-changer for clients with curly and/or thick hair who need to detangle while wet.
Size does matter!
At Olivia Garden they understand the variety of clients and hair types you can work with so there is no “one size fits all”. Because every hair type has very special requirements, that is why, regardless of the bristle type, the Fingerbrush comes in three sizes to match your every need.
- Small: Ideal for short hair, fringes, or as a compact travel brush.
- Medium: The all-rounder for everyday use on most hair lengths.
- Large: Perfect for thick, long, or voluminous hair.
Whichever you choose, both Fingerbrush icons deliver detangling with care. Less breakage, more shine! THIS or THAT? You decide. Just don’t be without at least one!
Let’s hear it from the pros
Many stylists to the stars swear by the Fingerbrush series.
“This brush is my go-to for extensions. It reduces tugging on bonds and brings out the shine in every strand.”
— Matthew Curtis, Celebrity Stylist
“For me, it’s the best extension of my hand. And for my clients? It’s their favorite, too.”
— Marco Arena, Celebrity Stylist, Olivia Garden Ambassador
“It detangles, relaxes the scalp, and is a must-have for a natural finish. I use it on every hair type.”
— Alexandre Stamatiadis, Olivia Garden Ambassador