Large Hair Band for Thick, Curly, Natural Hair - Cushioned No Damage Hair Ties Ideal For Braids, Pineapple Hair - Afro Puff Ponytail Holder - Adjustable, Extra Stretchy (Black 2Pk)

First I should acknowledge that I do not have natural hair or even especially curly hair, I have long (to my waist) not straight but not curly hair (it has a mind of it's own) and while it isnt thick or thin, I have a LOT of it so it is HEAVY. I wrote a lot in case it will help someone with hair like mine or similar concerns, but here is a quick bottom line summary if you don't want to read.TL/DR: I love them. They keep my hair secure without being tight, no headaches, I don't need to re-do my bun multiple times a day. I am able to adjust the bead first then secure my bun and effectively forget about it. There might be a small learning curve to figuring out how tight you like the tie to be, but not really different from learning how stretchy any new hairtie is. I plan to get some for my sister and best friend!Basically in the summer, and def throughout the pandemic, I pretty much want my hair in a bun, up off my neck and out of the way. When I was going into an office I used a claw clip and that works well, but when you are working from your couch a bun is much more comfy. Usually the only way I can hold all my hair up without having to readjust or redo it is to do the bun where you twist your hair and then wrap it around itself which every hairdresser has told me is bad for your hair and causes breakage. However, when I try to do it the other ways, my hair is so heavy that they all fall out and I am constantly having to take out the hair ties and redo the bun. Aside from annoying, this also tends to pull out my hair or create knots that also pull out hair. So despite not having the hair these bands are created for, I found this listing and watched the videos and decided I wanted to support the brand. Best case I found an awesome hair tie, worst case I could sanatize and give them to a friend.For awhile I used the knotted elastic ribbon hair ties (RIP twistband) and I liked them, I even still use them from time to time for a side braid etc, but they all eventually stretch out to the point where you can't use them. Then I switched to Invisibobble and again, I liked them, and they could support my hair in a bun much better than the ribbon bands, I still use them occasionally, they are great on wet hair or for swimming as they don't absorb any moisture, but again, even the stiff "power" versions stretch out and additionally I couldn't really use them for a pony tail bc my hair would slide out and they aren't meant for securing a braid etc. (and a little nit picky, sometimes the spot where they glued the ends is rough and scratches my hand/wrist).Bunzee Bands - I freaking LOVE them. ok, no joke, for the first time possibly ever, I was able to put my hair up in a nontwist bun and not only did it stay up and it felt secure, my hair did not move. And not in a 'pulled so tight it cannot move' way, but in a 'I forgot I am using a hair tie' way. Here is an extreme example, and I am not proud to admit this, but during one particular rough pandemic week, I put my hair up after a shower and didn't touch my hair until 4 days later, slept in it and everything. And while it didn't look cute, my hair was still in a messy bun and it wasn't falling down. I haven't notice it pull any hairs out (unless you don't follow the instructions and tighten without stretching it away from your hair) I want to make the distinciton that that it doesn't PULL my hair out because there are some hairs around the band sometimes, but I shed a LOT so logically it seems likely these are hairs that had already fallen out. That being said, I am gentle when take out hairties. My only "complaint" is that I want more colors lol I would love to see some navy, deep forest greens, and dark purples, those type of jewel tones. But that is jut me being greedy. I can recommend this for anyone who has heavy hair and struggles to find a tie that doesn't droop or slip, also for people with sensative scalps or get headaches from updos. I can totally see how these would be amazing for curly hair and natural hair. They probably wouldn't be the best for thin hair or ppl who just dont have a lot of hair as it would be too much

Its really good at holding up thick hair. But it can also cause headaches if pulled too tight. The grooves along the length of the cord keep the bead from slipping down and keeps your high puff in place. Its really good

I like how you can adjust this to the size you want but I was disappointed that it does pull my hair! I have 4C hair and my hair absolutely gets caught in this, more than if I was using a regular stretchy headband. But that doesn't stop me from using it, I just try to be careful while putting it on. If you use gel in your hair, that seems to prevent the pulling a bit. Otherwise, this headband is comfortable all day and I use it weekly.

I liked it at the beginning it held my hair tight without pain ,but after a month the elastic started to come out and lost it’s elasticity now it doesn’t hold my hair as tight anymore

Best hair band for so many different styles.

Don't like it. It keeps sliding won't stay in place, smh.

I love them! This is my 2nd one (lost 1st one) , and I’ve ordered a few for my sons that have long locks. They’re easy to misplace and nothing compares, so I end up reordering.It would be nice if you can purchase a set instead of individual so you’ll have an extra one on hand.

I wanted a very strong hair tie for my hair and came across this one. Instantly, I knew it was perfect for my hair. The quality is very good and keeps your hair in place.