8 of the best baby hairbrushes and combs 2023
DO YOU NEED A BABY HAIRBRUSH OR COMB?
If your baby has enough hair, baby hairbrushes are extra gentle and soft for your baby’s delicate head. A small comb can also be used.
Brushing can help with cradle cap. Rub a natural oil like coconut oil into the scalp and then gently brush the flakes away. It may also encourage hair growth and some babies find it very soothing.
THE BEST BABY HAIRBRUSHES AND COMBS
This list has been narrowed down to the very best with thorough research and the following considered:
Consumer reviews
Best-seller lists
Recommendations from industry experts
Award-winning products
Personal experience and the products loved by other parents.
The list is updated annually. It was last updated on 6 January 2024.
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1. Tommee Tippee Closer to Nature Healthcare Kit
This set contains a brush and comb as well as a digital oral thermometer, nail clippers and scissors, emery boards, toothbrush and nasal aspirator.
The brush has soft bristles and the comb is non-scratch.
Suitable from birth.
2. JOJO MAMAN BéBé personalised hairbrush
FSC-certified wooden handle and soft nylon bristles.
It can be engraved with a baby’s name for an extra £5.00.
Comes in a gift box.
14.5cm long.
Suitable from birth.
3. fridababy dermafrida brush
Two 100% antibacterial silicone brushes that can be used to brush off cradle cap, dry skin and eczema.
It can also be used as a washcloth and for massage.
Comes with a case and a suction cup for easy storage in the bathroom.
Suitable from newborn.
4. Kokoso Baby Wooden Brush
Wooden baby hairbrush with natural boar bristles.
Comes in a natural jute storage bag.
Comes in a box made from FSC-certified cardboard.
Also available with horse hair bristles.
5. Haakaa Wooden Baby Hair Brush for Newborns
Baby hairbrush with a wooden handle and goat wool bristles.
The bristles are pressed into the head instead of being attached with glue.
There is a hanging hole on the handle.
Comes in a lovely carry pouch.
6. Philips avent baby care kit
This baby care kit includes a brush, a comb, digital thermometer, nasal aspirator, finger toothbrush, baby nail scissors and clippers and three baby nail files.
Comes in zipped case.
7. Boots Baby Brush & Comb Set
Great value comb and brush set for babies.
Ergonomically shaped handles.
Soft brush bristles.
8. Tommee Tippee Essential Basics Brush and Comb Set
A good value set with a soft-bristled brush and a non-scratch comb.
BPA-free.
Suitable from birth.
MORE OF THE BEST:
Baby nail scissors • baby body lotion • baby baths • baby towels • sleepsuits • baby blankets • Moses baskets, cribs and bedside cribs • cots and cot beds • baby sleeping bags • swaddling • extra large muslin cloths
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