Shaun Pulfrey invented the Tangle Teezer after pitching the product on the UK programme Dragon's Den.
Pulfrey was a British hairdresser and inventor who developed a brush designed to detangle hair while reducing pulling and discomfort. He presented the idea on Dragon's Den, where the pitch became one of the programme's frequently remembered product stories.
The Tangle Teezer later became a major international haircare brand, with products sold through retailers in multiple countries. Its success is often discussed alongside the wider question of whether a television pitch, a deal, or later business growth made the decisive difference.
Tangle Teezer should not be confused with Trunki, another well-known product associated with the programme. Trunki was a children's ride-on suitcase created by Rob Law, whereas Tangle Teezer is a hairbrush brand founded by Pulfrey.