Depending on the hairstyles, the type of hair and even the activity envisaged, the choice of elastic can make the difference. Elastic in fabric, silicone, scrunchie, Invisibobble… We come back to all the possibilities of this essential hair accessory.
To say that we have all learned, since our tenderest age, to achieve hairstyles thanks to rubber bands is not an exaggeration but a reality.
But still it is necessary to choose the one that is best suited to our hair type, and to the hairstyle that we want to achieve! Follow the leader.
Which elastic for which type of hair?
Basic hairstyle, there are several types, suitable for different types of hair.
- Silicone elastics: designed for fine hair, they are resistant. Transparent, black or colored, they are quite convincing but are difficult for people who have good hair density.
- The elastic hook: more precise and generally more used by professionals, it allows a firm hold, which resists (almost) any test. This is also the reason why it is very useful during sports activities. Another quality: it adapts to all hair types.
- Scrunchies and rubber bands in various and varied fabrics: they are ultimately the most common. But beware, if they seem softer for our hair, we prefer them without metal parts because this small piece promotes breakage and the creation of split ends.
- The Invisibobble: the youngest that is becoming more democratic. A kind of transparent plastic elastic that looks like a spring, which is not very visible, does not catch the hair, holds it well in place and above all, does not leave a mark.
An elastic, full of hairstyle possibilities
To say that we have all learned, since our tenderest age, to achieve hairstyles thanks to rubber bands is not an exaggeration but a reality.
Ponytail , half-tail, bun , braid : these hairstyles, both classic and infinitely declinable, can hardly be done without elastic. Depending on the hairstyle chosen, the style and the outfit you want to give it, you will therefore choose the one that will be the most suitable.
- For a dancer bun, you can use a fabric elastic then reinforce its hold with flat bars if necessary.
- For a high ponytail, well pulled Amazon style, we opt for an elastic hook which allows an optimal hold.
- To attach a mat, we put on a small transparent silicone rubber band.
- To tie your hair on a daily basis, quickly and informally, choose a fabric elastic or an Invisibobble.