HH Simonsen NZ: Wonder Brush and Haircare Range Guide
Quick answer: If you only buy one HH Simonsen product, make it the HH Simonsen Wonder Brush Original. It detangles wet or dry hair and suits every hair type, including extensions. Then add the haircare line that matches your hair: Moisture for dry hair, Repair for damaged hair, Volume for fine hair and Anti-Yellow for blondes.
HH Simonsen is a professional Danish salon brand best known in New Zealand for the Wonder Brush, but the range goes much further: shampoos and conditioners sorted by hair concern, masks, leave-ins, heat protection, styling products, heated brushes and even a compact hair dryer. This guide sorts the HH Simonsen products we stock at Zilion by hair type and need, so you can build a simple routine without guessing.
Why HH Simonsen?
The appeal of HH Simonsen is that the whole routine comes from one brand and is clearly organised. Each haircare line is named after the job it does (Moisture, Repair, Volume, Color, Cleansing, Anti-Yellow), so it's easy to pick the right bottle, and the brushes and styling products are designed to sit alongside them. Many products also come in a travel size, which is handy for summer trips and gym bags.
The trade-off is choice. With close to 100 HH Simonsen products in our store, including more than a dozen Wonder Brush colours and several brush shapes, it's easy to over-buy. Most people need one brush, one shampoo and conditioner pair, and one or two leave-in or styling products. Start there and add a mask or a heat tool only if your hair needs it.
An in-depth look at the HH Simonsen range
The range at Zilion falls into five groups:
- Brushes: the Wonder Brush in Original, Midi and Paddle shapes and many colours, plus Gloss, Volume, Boar, Vent and Air brushes. Browse them all in the HH Simonsen brushes collection.
- Shampoo and conditioner lines: Moisture, Repair, Volume and Color, mostly in 250ml and 700ml salon sizes, plus Cleansing, Anti-Yellow and Anti-Dandruff shampoos. Duo and trio bundles are available for several lines.
- Masks and treatments: Moisture Mask and Repair Mask (150ml), Restore Cream, Keratin Boost and the all-in-one Miracle Spray.
- Styling and finishing: Volume Mousse, Curl Cream, Verve Define Cream, Dry Texture Spray, Beach Spray, Hairspray, Styling Oil, Anti Frizz Serum, Brilliant Gloss Mist and waxes, clays and pastes for shorter styles.
- Heat tools and heat protection: Heat Brushes in 25mm, 43mm and 53mm, a compact hair dryer with diffuser, Dry Heat Protection, Heat Protection Spray and Heat & Care Lotion.
Ingredient and technology spotlight
Here's what the product information tells us about some of the key formulas and tools. We've only listed what's stated for each product.
- Macadamia and argan oils: in the Moisture Shampoo, to nourish and soften dry hair while it cleanses.
- Hydrolysed proteins and micro-keratin: in the Repair Mask, alongside botanical oils and conditioning butters, for over-processed, bleached or heat-styled hair.
- Violet pigments: in the Anti-Yellow Shampoo, to counteract yellow and brassy tones in blonde, grey and highlighted hair.
- Wheat proteins and holding polymers: in the Volume Mousse, for root lift and hold when blow-drying.
- Thermal-protective polymers: in Dry Heat Protection, rated for styling temperatures up to 230°C.
- Flexible, anti-static bristles: on the Wonder Brush, designed to bend around knots rather than pull through them.
- Ceramic barrel: on the Heat Brushes, for even heat while you smooth and shape.
Our top HH Simonsen picks
1. Wonder Brush Original: best all-rounder
The brush that made HH Simonsen famous. Its flexible bristles glide through knots on wet, damp or dry hair, and the brand says it's safe to use around extensions and wigs. It comes in a long list of colours, including Cool Grey and Dusty Rose, so it also makes an easy Christmas gift.
Who it's for: every hair type, kids with tangles, and anyone with extensions.
Honest note: it's a detangling brush, not a round brush, so it won't add volume or smoothness on its own during a blow-dry.
Shop the Wonder Brush Original →
2. Wonder Brush Paddle: best for long, thick hair
The same flexible-bristle idea on a larger paddle surface, so each stroke covers more hair. It speeds up detangling on long, dense or curly hair where the Original can feel small.
Who it's for: long, thick or heavy hair.
Honest note: too big for short hair and fiddly for kids. There's also a smaller Wonder Brush Midi if you want something more compact.
Shop the Wonder Brush Paddle →
3. Miracle Spray: best leave-in for everyday care
A lightweight leave-in that detangles, conditions, tames frizz and adds heat protection in one step. Spray it on damp hair from mid-lengths to ends and comb through. A 100ml travel size is also available.
Who it's for: anyone who wants one easy leave-in, especially if you brush wet hair.
4. Moisture Shampoo: best for dry hair
A gentle daily cleanser with macadamia and argan oils for dry, coarse or curly hair. Pair it with the Moisture Conditioner and, once a week, the Moisture Mask.
Who it's for: dry, dehydrated or frequently heat-styled hair.
Honest note: if your hair is fine and gets flat quickly, the Volume line will likely suit you better.
5. Repair Mask: best for bleached or damaged hair
A rich weekly mask with hydrolysed proteins and micro-keratin for hair that's been bleached, coloured or heat-styled a lot. Apply to towel-dried hair from mid-lengths to ends and leave it for 5 to 10 minutes before rinsing.
Who it's for: fragile, over-processed or brittle hair.
Honest note: a mask helps hair look and feel better, but it can't undo every bit of damage. Regular trims still matter.
6. Anti-Yellow Shampoo: best for blonde and grey hair
A violet-pigmented shampoo that counteracts yellow and brassy tones in blonde, bleached, highlighted, grey and silver hair. Leave it on for 2 to 5 minutes depending on how much toning you want.
Who it's for: blondes and silver hair, especially after summer sun and swimming.
Honest note: use it once or twice a week rather than every wash, and follow with a conditioner.
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7. Volume Mousse: best for fine, flat hair
A lightweight foam with wheat proteins and holding polymers that gives root lift and body when you blow-dry. It also includes heat protection for blow-drying.
Who it's for: fine, flat or limp hair that won't hold a blow-dry.
Honest note: it's a strong-hold product, so start with a small amount on very fine hair.
8. Curl Cream: best for waves and curls
A moisturising styling cream that defines curls and waves with a soft, touchable hold rather than a crunchy cast. Scrunch it into damp hair, then air-dry or diffuse.
Who it's for: wavy, curly and coily hair that gets frizzy or dry.
9. Dry Heat Protection: best heat protectant
A fine-mist spray that protects hair from styling heat up to 230°C and leaves a glossy finish without stickiness. Spray section by section before using a straightener, curling iron or dryer. A 100ml travel size is available too.
Who it's for: anyone who uses hot tools regularly.
10. Heat Brush 43mm: best for an easy blowout look
A heated brush with a ceramic barrel for smoothing, soft waves and volume on medium to long hair. Use it on dry hair. For shorter hair or tighter bends, there's a 25mm, and for very long hair a 53mm.
Who it's for: medium to long hair, and anyone who finds round-brush blow-drying hard.
Honest note: it styles dry hair. It isn't a hot air brush and won't dry wet hair.
Which HH Simonsen product suits your hair?
| Your hair or need | Our pick |
|---|---|
| Tangles, any hair type | Wonder Brush Original |
| Long or thick hair | Wonder Brush Paddle |
| Dry or coarse | Moisture Shampoo and Conditioner |
| Bleached or damaged | Repair Mask |
| Brassy blonde or grey | Anti-Yellow Shampoo |
| Fine and flat | Volume Mousse |
| Wavy or curly | Curl Cream |
| Heat styling | Dry Heat Protection |
| Effortless texture | Dry Texture Spray |
Routine guide: building an HH Simonsen routine
- Detangle before you wash. Brush dry hair gently with the Wonder Brush, starting at the ends and working up. Our guide to detangling knotted hair without breakage has more tips.
- Shampoo and condition for your concern. Choose Moisture, Repair, Volume or Color. Blondes can swap in the Anti-Yellow Shampoo once or twice a week.
- Mask once a week. Use the Repair Mask or Moisture Mask on mid-lengths and ends for 5 to 10 minutes.
- Leave-in on damp hair. Mist the Miracle Spray through towel-dried hair and comb through with the Wonder Brush.
- Style. Volume Mousse for lift, Curl Cream for definition, or Dry Heat Protection before hot tools. See how to protect hair from heat damage.
- Finish. Add the Dry Texture Spray for tousled texture, or a little Styling Oil on the ends for shine.
Key features to look for
- The right haircare line: pick by your main concern. Mixing lines is fine, for example Volume Shampoo with Moisture Conditioner on fine hair with dry ends.
- Brush shape: Original for most people, Paddle for long thick hair, Midi for a smaller hand or handbag.
- Size: 250ml for trying a line, 700ml or duo bundles once you know you like it, and travel sizes for holidays.
- Heat protection: if you use hot tools, make sure a protectant is in your routine. Miracle Spray and Volume Mousse include some heat protection; Dry Heat Protection is the dedicated option.
- Summer needs: sun, salt and chlorine can make blonde hair brassy and dry. The Anti-Yellow Shampoo and a weekly mask help. Read our guide to purple shampoo for brassy blonde hair.
Our strategy: how to choose
Start with the brush and one shampoo and conditioner line that matches your main hair concern. Add one leave-in (Miracle Spray suits most people), then one styling product for the finish you want. Only add a mask or heat tool if your hair needs it. If you're buying a gift and don't know the person's hair type, the Wonder Brush Original is the safest choice, and the many colours make it easy to personalise.
FAQs
Can I use the HH Simonsen Wonder Brush on wet hair?
Yes. The Wonder Brush is designed for wet, damp and dry hair. Brush from the ends upwards and take your time on knots.
Is the Wonder Brush safe for hair extensions?
HH Simonsen describes the Wonder Brush as suitable for use around hair extensions and wigs. Brush gently and avoid tugging at the bonds or tapes, and check your extension stylist's care advice.
How often should I use the Anti-Yellow Shampoo?
Once or twice a week is usually enough. Leave it on for 2 to 5 minutes depending on how much toning you need, then follow with conditioner.
What's the difference between the Heat Brush sizes?
The 25mm suits shorter hair and tighter bends, the 43mm suits medium to long hair, and the 53mm suits long hair and big, smooth volume.
Shop HH Simonsen at Zilion
See the full range in our HH Simonsen collection, or compare brushes from every brand in our detangling brushes collection.
