Gentle haircare favourites
Discover some of our favourite Tender Strands brushes and haircare essentials. From school-morning knots to everyday styling, explore the products chosen for easier, gentler routines.
Created by a hairdresser and mum for children, adults and anyone who finds detangling a struggle.
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Tender Strands Premium Detangle Brush
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Tender Strands Everyday Brush
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Tender Strands Detangle Brush MINI
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Tender Strands Detangle Oil
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12% OFF✨ The Ultimate Slick Back Bundle
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Tender Strands Wet Detangling Brush
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For little heads and grown-up hair days
From busy school mornings to everyday knots, brushing can feel overwhelming — especially for children and adults with sensitive scalps.
Our hairdresser-designed brushes offer a gentler option for family routines, curls, long hair and all kinds of hair days.
A little note from me 💗
Hi, I'm Valerie — hairdresser, mum and founder of Tender Strands. After 17 years behind the chair, I've seen how hard everyday brushing can be for kids, parents and adults with sensitive scalps. I wanted a gentler option for people who find hair time difficult.
Some autistic people and people with ADHD experience sensory sensitivities around brushing, and many others do too. Everyone's comfort is different. My hope is that our brushes help make your routine a little easier, one gentle stroke at a time.
Made with care for mums, families and anyone struggling with their hair.
Shop by what you need
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Detangle Brushes
Brushing shouldn't have to be a battle. Discover Tender Strands Detangle Brushes,...
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Travel Essentials
Keep your favourite haircare essentials close wherever you go. Shop mini detangle...
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Scalp Massagers
A small moment of self-care in a busy day. Explore Tender Strands...
Haircare bundles
Make your haircare routine simpler with Tender Strands bundles. Choose from complementary brush, detangling and styling essentials for busy mornings, self-care and thoughtful gifts.
Check each bundle to see exactly what is included and choose the combination that fits your needs.
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12% OFF
✨ The Ultimate Slick Back Bundle
Regular price $34.95Sale price $34.95 Regular priceUnit price per$39.8512%
Questions about gentler hair days?
Which Tender Strands brush should I choose?
Which Tender Strands brush should I choose?
Our Premium Detangle Brush is a full-size everyday option, the Everyday Brush is a handy mid-size choice, the Mini is made for handbags, school bags and travel, and the Wet Detangling Brush is designed for wash-day brushing. Choose the size and bristles that suit your hair and how you like to brush it. Compare the sizes in our Brush Guide.
Are Tender Strands brushes suitable for sensitive scalps and sensory needs?
Are Tender Strands brushes suitable for sensitive scalps and sensory needs?
They are designed as a gentler option for people who find brushing uncomfortable or overwhelming. That includes some autistic people, people with ADHD, children and adults with sensory sensitivities. Everyone experiences touch differently, so take your time, start at the ends and stop if brushing feels uncomfortable.
Can I use Tender Strands brushes on thick or curly hair?
Can I use Tender Strands brushes on thick or curly hair?
Our detangling range offers options for straight, wavy, curly and thick hair. Work in small sections, begin with the ends and gently move towards the roots. Use a brush suited to whether your hair is wet or dry.
What makes Tender Strands different?
What makes Tender Strands different?
Tender Strands was created by a hairdresser and mum who has seen firsthand how stressful hair brushing can feel. Our focus is practical, easy-to-use haircare tools for real routines, from little ones getting ready for school to adults looking for a gentler approach.
Do you offer free delivery?
Do you offer free delivery?
Yes, free delivery is offered on eligible Australian orders over $75. Delivery options and the final shipping cost are shown at checkout.
Why families choose Tender Strands
- Boar and nylon bristles designed for gentler detangling
- Flexible nylon bristles help work through everyday knots
- Comfortable weight for easier everyday brushing
- Soft cushion base for sensitive scalps
- Easy-grip handle for little hands and grown-ups
Perfect for Daily Use
Gentle detangling for all hair types
Great for Kids
A gentler option for little tangles and busy mornings
Made by a Hairdresser & Mum
Thoughtful haircare tools for real-life routines
Perfect Gift
A practical gift for everyday haircare
Let customers speak for us
Amazingly gentle brush. I have all 3 sizes now- the original for my hair, the everyday for my daughter and 2 travel brushes for holidays. My hair is extremely thin, but this brush minimises breakage.
As someone who has kept my old brush forever, I decided to give tender strands a go and it was life changing. Heaps of different colour options to suit your vibe, glides through the hair, and looks a million times better than any old brush (my old one specifically). Would highly recommend!
These brushes are the BEST! I have fine, curly hair and every other brush I’ve used pulls and snags on knots. These glide effortlessly through my hair with no pulling at all. I have a mini that I use on my kids, one in my handbag, and another in my bathroom for everyday styling — I honestly can’t be without them!
This brush is amazing!My daughter can brush her own hair! the struggles over the years I wish I found it earlier!
Thank you for my brush it is a family favourite! Makes life easier getting ready in the morning!
The products are so beautiful, gentle and amazing. I liked every single product i bought. Also the customer service was fantastic so nice and supportive.
Thank you for creating the best brush to stop the crying from my daughter when I brush her hair!
OMG this hairbrush is amazing! I have very thick bleached hair and this brush handles it with ease. I usually to have to brush my hair in sections but I don’t have too with this brush. The smoothing is also perfect to get that nice slick back look when I wear my hair up. Totally recommend, I will be purchasing another!
I am amazed at the glide through my hair especially wet!
A salon-quality brush at home. My kids don’t fight brush time anymore.
I am very happy with the Tender Strands Detangle brush. It gently detangles long hair without tearing or breakage my it.
This a great brush that I have been using on both my daughters which doesn’t hurt with all their tangles
Tender Strands Brush is the only brush I will use from now on! I use this brush for my 8 year old, 6 year old and myself and it works on all of our hair even though we all have different hair types from thick to curly!
It not only works perfectly it is aesthetically pleasing and amazing quality!
Will be buying more for my girls to have their own as we all love it!
My 8 year old daughter Helena has thick, quite curly hair and brushing it when we are in a rush for school or after soccer can be a nightmare!! She loves her new soft and gentle brush to remove tangles. It also allows her to brush her own hair properly. Thanks Valerie!
My daughter used to dread brushing her hair, but the Tender Strands brush has been a total game changer. Gentle on her scalp and glides through knots like magic!
