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All About the Brush ‘n Grow Ponies, The Magical Mane Marvels of G1

The Brush 'n Grow Ponies had a unique feature that made them stand out from the rest: their tails could be extended by pulling them out!
All About the Brush 'n Grow Ponies, G1 Magical Mane Marvels

The Brush ‘n Grow Ponies are one of the most fun and interactive pony sets released in My Little Pony’s Generation 1, bringing a new twist—literally!—to pony styling. These ponies had a unique feature that made them stand out from the rest: their tails could be extended by pulling them out, making them extra long for fabulous hairstyles, and then retracted by gently cranking their heads from side to side.

The first set, released in Year Six (1987-1988), introduced six ponies with long, luscious tails and gorgeous color schemes, making them instant favorites for those who loved brushing and braiding their ponies’ hair. These ponies weren’t just about beauty—they had a playful charm that made them feel magical, almost as if their hair could grow with a wish! By Year Seven (1988-1989), the Brush ‘n Grow concept was taken to the next level with the Princess Brush ‘n Grow Ponies, a more dazzling set of four ponies. 

The Complete List of Vintage Brush 'n Grow Ponies

The Brush ‘n Grow Ponies remain a beloved part of G1 history, combining fun mechanics with beautiful designs and proving that a pony’s hair could be just as magical as the pony herself. So, let’s take a look at the entire lineup Hasbro released in the 1980s!

The Brush 'n Grow Ponies of MLP Year 6

My Little Pony G1 Brush 'n Grow Braided Beauty (Vintage)

My Little Pony G1 Brush ‘n Grow Braided Beauty (Vintage)

Braided Beauty is a stunning and elegant Pegasus with a love for all things stylish and graceful. She has a soft green coat and a beautifully multicolored mane of dark green, fading pink, yellow, and white.

  • Green Pegasus with a multi-colored mane of dark green, pink, yellow, and white.
  • Symbol is a pink braid tied with a white ribbon.
  • Loves hairstyling, braiding, and making ponies feel beautiful.
  • A graceful yet adventurous pony with a love for creativity and friendship.
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My Little Pony G1 Brush 'n Grow Ringlets (Vintage)

My Little Pony G1 Brush ‘n Grow Ringlets (Vintage)

Ringlets is a glamorous and playful Brush ‘n Grow Pony who adores styling her extra-long, flowing hair. With her lovely lavender coat and a mane full of soft pastel hues including yellow, fading pink, purple, and blue.

  • Lavender Brush ‘n Grow Pony with a multicolored pastel mane.
  • Symbol is a yellow headband with a pink flower, representing her love for beauty and style.
  • Loves hairstyling, makeovers, and creative self-expression.
  • A fun-loving and supportive friend who spreads confidence and happiness.
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My Little Pony G1 Brush 'n Grow Bouquet (Vintage)

My Little Pony G1 Brush ‘n Grow Bouquet (Vintage)

Bouquet is a charming and elegant Brush ‘n Grow Pony who always brings a touch of beauty and grace to Ponyland. She has a soft white coat and a vibrant striped mane of yellow, light pink, aqua, and orange.

  • White Brush ‘n Grow Pony with a striped mane of yellow, pink, aqua, and orange.
  • Symbol is a pink hat with a blue ribbon, reflecting her love for fashion.
  • Loves dressing up, hairstyling, and accessorizing.
  • Kind and thoughtful, always helping friends feel their best.
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My Little Pony G1 Brush 'n Grow Twisty Tail (Vintage)

My Little Pony G1 Brush ‘n Grow Twisty Tail (Vintage)

Twisty Tail is the ultimate hairstyling expert of Ponyland, always ready with a brush and comb. She has a bright blue coat and a multicolored mane of orange, white, green, and yellow.

  • Blue Brush ‘n Grow Pony with an orange, white, green, and yellow mane.
  • Symbol is a yellow and white brush and comb, representing her love for hairstyling.
  • Loves creating new hairstyles, makeovers, and fun fashion trends.
  • Energetic, creative, and always bringing friends together for stylish fun.
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My Little Pony G1 Brush 'n Grow Curly Locks (Vintage)

My Little Pony G1 Brush ‘n Grow Curly Locks (Vintage)

Curly Locks is a fun-loving and stylish Pegasus who adores all things hair and fashion. With her soft pink-purple coat and a mane of fading pink, yellow, blue, and white, she looks as playful as her personality.

  • Pink-purple Pegasus with a multicolored pastel mane.
  • Symbol is a yellow lock of hair tied with a blue ribbon.
  • Loves hairstyling, fashion, and fun social events.
  • Playful, friendly, and always making sure everypony feels fabulous.
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My Little Pony G1 Brush 'n Grow Pretty Vision (Vintage)

My Little Pony G1 Brush ‘n Grow Pretty Vision (Vintage)

Pretty Vision is a bright and stylish Brush ‘n Grow pony who loves making sure everypony feels beautiful inside and out. With her sunny yellow coat and a striking mane of red, green, fading pink, and blue.

  • Yellow Brush ‘n Grow pony with a multicolored mane.
  • Symbol is a red hand mirror with a pink bow on the handle.
  • Loves beauty, hairstyling, and making everypony feel special.
  • Kind, supportive, and always spreading confidence and joy.
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My Little Pony G1 Essentials

If you want to learn more about ponies and how to restore them, here are two resources that can help. The first is the unofficial MLP G1 guide (which has photos, prices, etc). The second is my own book, Restoring My Little Pony!

Restoring My Little Pony is the result of almost three years of restoring and customizing My Little Pony toys for my channel RetroGeek Crafts. The book contains 86 pages full of detailed step-by-step guides, project features, material and technique comparisons, and much more. The book is mostly focused on My Little Pony Generation 1 (MLP G1). However, these techniques can be applied to all other generations, including MLP G2, G3, G4, and even G5.

This unofficial MLP guide to the first generation of My Little Pony (known as G1) was created by Summer Hayes. The book provides everything a collector needs to identify G1 ponies and their accessories, and understand their value. The guide contains large, full color photos of every pony, playset and accessory released in the US (and in some cases in other countries) in the 1980s and 1990s.

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More Vintage 'Girl' Toy Lines

Girl toys from the 80s and 90s hold a special place in the hearts of many, capturing the vibrant and imaginative spirit of those decades. These toys weren’t just about play—they were about storytelling, magic, and adventure. Iconic lines like My Little Pony and Strawberry Shortcake enchanted children with their colorful characters and whimsical worlds, while Rainbow Brite and Care Bears brought magic and friendship to life with plush toys and animated specials. With their vibrant colors, catchy themes, and lovable characters, these toys are more than just relics of the past—they are cherished memories of a time when playtime was filled with endless wonder and creativity.

Produced by Hasbro, this gorgeous and extensive line featured colorful ponies with brushable manes and tails, each with unique symbols and names. There are many my Little Pony generations.

Originating from American Greetings, these sweet-scented dolls and their friends lived in a berry-themed world. They became a huge hit, spawning dolls, playsets, and animated specials.

Following the adventures of Usagi Tsukino and her fellow Sailor Scouts, the Sailor Moon series and its merchandise captivated fans with action-packed battles, enchanting transformations, and messages of friendship and bravery.

Launched by American Greetings, these plush bears each had a “belly badge” representing their personality. They became a beloved toy line alongside TV specials and movies.

Produced by Hasbro, this doll line combined fashion and music with a storyline about a rock band, featuring dolls with bold styles, accessories, and playsets inspired by the animated show.

As the sister series to He-Man, this Mattel toy line featured powerful warrior princess She-Ra and her allies, with action figures and playsets appealing to both girls and boys.

Created by Bluebird Toys, these miniature dolls and compact playsets became a sensation in the 90s, offering portable, tiny worlds filled with accessories and themes.

Created by Hallmark and produced by Mattel, Rainbow Brite and her Color Kids brought color and magic to playtime, with a range of dolls, playsets, and animated adventures.

Glo Worm was a beloved toy from the 80s that comforted kids with its gentle glow and soft, cuddly design. Produced by Hasbro, this charming plush worm featured a light-up face that would illuminate when hugged.

Created by Hasbro, Moondreamers featured enchanting dolls who lived in the Dreamland universe and used their powers to ensure children had sweet dreams.