Celebrate Pingu’s 45th Anniversary with WetBrush®
Pingu, the beloved character from Switzerland, celebrates its 45th anniversary, and what better way to mark this occasion than with a special collaboration with WetBrush®? Starting from December 1, 2025, this limited-edition series will be available at drugstores and variety stores across Japan, featuring unique designs and original merchandise that fans will adore.
WetBrush® is renowned for creating hair brushes that provide smooth, shiny hair with just a few strokes. Since its inception, it has captured the hearts of customers in over 70 countries, making it the best-selling professional brush in the United States. Designed to minimize damage, WetBrush® easily untangles hair, achieving a salon-quality look reminiscent of post-treatment shine.
The Pingu Collaboration Lineup
This special series commemorates Pingu's 45 years, featuring limited-edition brushes adorned with adorable retro designs. Each set includes exclusive merchandise that beautifully balances aesthetics and functionality, ensuring a whimsical yet practical hair care experience.
Speed Dry Brush Set with Pingu Design Towel
- - Price: 1,980 JPY (incl. tax)
This innovative brush utilizes a unique structure with perforations that effectively delivers dryer airflow to ensure quick drying from roots to tips. Ideal for busy lifestyles, it significantly reduces drying time while the flexible bristles gently detangle wet or knotted hair, making it easy to achieve smooth, shiny results.
The set also includes a high-quality quick-dry microfiber towel, designed to absorb moisture efficiently and expedite drying time after baths or showers.
Original Detangler Brush Set with Pingu Scrunchie
- - Price: 1,980 JPY (incl. tax)
This Original Detangler Brush features proprietary IntelliFlex® pins that gently untangle hair without tugging or pulling. It is perfect for wet or prone-to-tangle hair, ensuring minimal damage while delivering beautifully smooth hair. Its lightweight and ergonomic design provides a comfortable grip, making it suitable for extended use.
Additionally, this special set includes a charming Pingu-patterned scrunchie, perfect not only for hair care but also for daily hairstyles.
Who is Pingu?
Pingu, created by Swiss filmmaker Otmar Gutmann, first burst onto the scene in 1980, and as of 2025, celebrates 45 years of endearing storytelling through stop-motion animation. Since the TV series launched in 1990, it has delighted viewers in over 155 countries, depicting whimsical tales of a little penguin and his friends, filled with warmth and humor. Pingu has become a culture icon loved by audiences worldwide, standing the test of time through generations.
For more information, check out Pingu's official website and social media channels:
About WetBrush®
WetBrush® was founded in 2005 as a solution to a common parenting dilemma—how to comb through tangled hair without tears. With the introduction of the IntelliFlex® design, the brushes have evolved into a global sensation, praised for their gentle touch and effectiveness. Award-winning and featured in prestigious beauty publications, WetBrush® continues to innovate with various designs tailored for different needs—from quick-dry solutions to mini brushes for travel.
Explore their extensive range of products at the
WetBrush Official Site.
Join the celebration of Pingu's legacy and elevate your hair care routine with the delightful collaboration between Pingu and WetBrush®—an experience filled with nostalgia and practicality for fans of all ages!