Missing the 90s? While Seinfeld and Friends might not be coming back on the air, a staple of the era is back: the scrunchie. Celebrities, runway models and influencers have been seen wearing the scrunchie and there are many positives that come with wearing this accessory. It’s hard to believe why they went out of style in the first place! Read on to see what’s behind the scrunchie’s triumphant return.
Damage
Managing long hair can be very frustrating, and those tiny hair ties can create problems with your hair. This is why it is great that scrunchies are back. When taking off the smaller hair ties, they can rip out pieces of hair and end up wrapping around the elastic. The fabric covering around the elastic helps to reduce damage, especially when taking hair down from a ponytail or bun. They go in your hair and come out very smoothly. Scrunchies don’t hold hair tightly in place, creating friction between the strands the way a traditional hair tie can. Looser hairstyles reduce the risk of developing traction alopecia over time, which is important for anyone with thinning hair to keep in mind.
No Kinks
Falling asleep with your hair tied up and wet can result in an unattractive kink in your hair in the morning, starting your day off with a bad hair day that’s difficult to style. Using a scrunchie helps prevent this from happening, and it’s easier to smooth the kink out if it does! A scrunchie is soft, making it easier on the hair. They also sit very loosely and comfortably in the hair which helps with not creating kinks that are difficult to get out.
Multipurpose
Using a scrunchie can be a fashion accessory on its own. They come in many different colors and patterns that you can match with an outfit or use to style your hair. While it’s a beneficial accessory for the health of your hair, it can also complement your wardrobe. You can also use them just to wear on your wrist. With its many patterns, a scrunchie can style your outfit without even using it. Also, unlike hair ties, scrunchies are not as uncomfortable and tight on your wrist.
No More Headaches
After a long day wearing your hair up, sometimes it feels nice to let it down, literally. If you take your hair down and find that you are having scalp pain or a headache, your hairstyle is too tight. A tight hairstyle can inevitably lead to irritation that causes hair loss to develop. If you like to tie your hair up every day, consider swapping out your traditional hair tie with a scrunchie. Scrunchies are soft and don’t pull your hair back as tight.
Longer Life
For those who are prone to losing things easily, scrunchies are easier to keep track of compared to the classic hair tie. Due to their size, they are easy to spot. Not only will you be able to spot them easier, but they will also last longer. Elastic hair ties break easily and frequently, scrunchies are more durable and in the case of an emergency, the likelihood of them breaking is low. This is because scrunchies were made to fit more hair in them, which explains why elastic hair ties break so easily. Though, for more frequent users of scrunchies, they will stretch over time making them fit looser in the hair.
Different Hairstyles
Similar to having multiple purposes, scrunchies also work differently with your hair. Going out for the night, a scrunchie can help with a stylish updo or a half-up half-down look. Even on the occasions you want to dress down, a messy bun never fails. And the different styles of scrunchies available, you can get the look you’re going for, whether that is for going out or staying in.
A Quick Fix
There are some days where hair just won’t cooperate. On the days where you don’t know what to do with your hair, a scrunchie can fix that. Pulling your hair back with a scrunchie can create a cleaned-up look, where your hair will not get in the way. And nobody will know that you were having issues to begin with.
Did you know there was such a difference between elastic hair ties and scrunchies? Are you tired of ripping those elastic bands out of your hair? Keranique offers different products to help you achieve your hair goals by increasing moisture, repairing hair damage and as a result reducing frizz. Using a scrunchie has many benefits when it comes to protecting your hair.
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This article is not intended to treat any disease or offer a substitution for professional medical advice.
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