I had never heard of Phillips' hair brushes, so when I discovered this "light touch" one, I decided to try it. I had purchased a very expensive hair brush a couple of years ago that was touted as being gentle, but I like this one better. I have shoulder-length fine and thin hair, and this hair brush glides right through with ease. My scalp has always been very tender, and I'm getting used to the feeling of it -- it's not as soft as I had hoped, but I still like it.