| There are a few things you need when you're | | | | under control. You can get some that come close |
| styling your hair. Obviously you need a good | | | | to blending in with your hair or use them for |
| hairbrush, but some other tools can make things | | | | decoration. |
| easier too. | | | | Curling your hair isn't the kindest thing you can do |
| A rat tailed comb is very useful if you like | | | | to it, but there are times when you just really |
| hairstyles that involve separating small sections of | | | | want that look. Heat is just not good for your |
| hair. This can be useful when making some kinds | | | | hair, so while it looks great you are doing damage |
| of braids, for example. | | | | to your hair. Also don't blow dry your hair unless |
| Elastics are very important for holding your hair | | | | it's an absolute must. Get good quality when you |
| style in place. I strongly recommend you not use | | | | choose a curling iron or hair dryer. |
| actual rubber bands or any elastic with metal. | | | | Claws can look nice, but they often have rough |
| These tend to tear and otherwise damage your | | | | edges that are really not gentle to your hair. Feel |
| hair and just aren't much fun to take out of your | | | | the edges when choosing claws to find ones that |
| hair. Instead, make sure to get elastics that do | | | | are not too rough. |
| not pull your hair. You'll find them quite easily. | | | | Metal barrettes can also be hard on your hair. |
| Alternatively, use a scrunchie. Some people | | | | They can tear your hair when you take them out. |
| consider these to be very much out of fashion, | | | | Hair sticks, if properly made, can be quite kind to |
| but I use ones that don't have all that much | | | | your hair. Watch for rough edges, and also see if |
| fabric, a kind of thin scrunchie. These are very | | | | the decorations are likely to catch and tear your |
| gentle on your hair. | | | | hair. |
| Hairpins are also quite useful for keeping your hair | | | | |