11 Hair Ties That Won't Crimp or Damage Your Hair

Whatever your hair type, texture, or length, you likely have a tenuous relationship with your hair ties. They're a necessary part of your hair routine—they keep your mane out of the way when you're exercising, cooking, or concentrating—but often feel more like a necessary evil than a functional accessory. We've all been there: That too-tight pony not only causes dents and creases (effectively ruining your blow out), but also tears your strands at the gathering point. If you ever wondered why you have so many "baby hairs" framing your face, look no further than your hair tie, which might be breaking a good chunk of your strands right in the middle.

Rectifying these ponytail holder problems, however, isn't impossible—you just need better hair ties. That's where the following options come into play. They're some of the best on the market for many reasons: They don't cause tension headaches (another common hair tie-driven symptom, which is often the result of an ultra-tight hairstyle), hair damage, or unsightly dents. From translucent plastic coils that blend in with your unique shade (they're ideal for red heads, who might struggle in the color match department) to silk scrunchies that offer plenty of grip but absolutely no slip, there's a hair tie variety ahead that will make ponytail or bun days that much more comfortable—and then undetectable (not a single crease left in their wake!) when you take them out.

Best of all? Plenty of these options look as good as they feel; some, particularly several of the colorful scrunchies, pull double duty as an accessory. With one of these ponytail holders, there's nothing but good hair days ahead.