What makes the Kent ZZ a "limited edition" brush?

The ZZ features gold-plated pins — a premium upgrade over Kent's standard pin cushion brushes. The gold plating is corrosion-resistant, maintains smooth rounded tips longer than bare metal pins, and gives the brush a distinctly luxurious look. Kent produces this model in limited runs, so availability isn't guaranteed year-round.

Is the Kent ZZ suitable for all hair types?

Yes. The flexible rubber cushion and gold-plated pins work across fine, medium, thick, straight, and wavy hair. The cushion flexes to maintain even scalp contact while the pins move through tangles without excessive pull. For very tightly coiled hair, a wide-tooth comb or dedicated curl brush would be a better primary tool.

What are the benefits of gold-plated pins over standard pins?

Gold plating adds a thin, corrosion-resistant layer over the metal pins. This helps the pin tips stay smooth and rounded over years of use — important because worn or rough pin tips can snag and break hair rather than glide through it. Gold-plated pins also hold up better against repeated water exposure during post-shower brushing.

How does a rubber cushion base help with detangling?

The cushion flexes as the brush moves across the scalp, allowing the pins to maintain even contact across curved surfaces rather than digging in at one point. This distributes brushing pressure evenly across each stroke, reducing the pulling and resistance that causes breakage in tangled hair.

How do I clean the Kent ZZ?

Remove hair after each use with a brush pick. Weekly, dip only the pin-side in warm soapy water (shampoo works well), agitate gently with your fingers, then rinse under cool running water — keeping the cushion and handle dry. Lay pin-side down on a clean towel and air dry completely. Never submerge the cushion (trapped moisture causes mildew) and avoid alcohol-based solutions on the pins, which can strip the gold plating.

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Kent ZZ Gold Plated Pin Detangling Brush — Limited Edition

Name: Kent ZZ Gold Plated Pin Detangling Brush — Limited Edition
Brand: Kent
SKU: ZZ
Price: 44.00 USD
Availability: InStock

Description

The Kent ZZ is a large oval detangling paddle brush featuring gold-plated pins set in a flexible rubber cushion base. The cushion conforms to the natural contours of the scalp while the gold-plated pins — with their smooth, rounded tips — glide through knots without catching or breaking the hair.

Designed for medium-to-long hair of any texture, from fine and straight to thick and wavy. The wooden handle is weighted for comfortable grip during long brushing sessions, and the oval shape delivers full-coverage strokes to speed up detangling and blowouts alike.

A limited edition piece from Kent Brushes — handcrafted in England since 1777.

Specifications

Model: ZZ
Pin Type: Gold-plated pins
Base: Rubber cushion
Shape: Oval paddle
Handle: Wood
Hair Type: All hair types — fine to thick
Best For: Medium to long hair
Edition: Limited Edition
Origin: Made in England

Care & Cleaning

Gold-plated pins and cushion bases need a little more care than standard brushes — but it only takes a few minutes.

After each use, remove trapped hair using a brush pick or rat-tail comb, pulling gently through the pins from the cushion outward
Clean weekly: add a few drops of shampoo to a bowl of warm water, dip only the pin-side of the brush (keep the cushion and handle dry), and gently agitate the pins with your fingers
Rinse the pins under cool running water — do not submerge the cushion or handle
Shake off excess water, then lay the brush pin-side down on a clean towel
Allow to air dry completely before next use — never store wet
Avoid alcohol-based products directly on the pins, which can strip the gold plating over time

Shipping

Free standard shipping on all U.S. orders over $50. For orders under $50, shipping rates are calculated at checkout via USPS.

Standard Shipping: 3–5 business days (USPS First Class / Ground Advantage)
Priority Mail: Faster delivery, calculated at checkout

Orders ship from Miami, Florida. We strive to ship same day for orders placed before 2:00 PM, or the next business day.

Canada: Ships via USPS First Class Package International. A $12 handling fee applies. Additional duties and taxes may apply and are the customer's responsibility. For all other international shipping inquiries, please contact us.

SKU: ZZ