The power of bobby pins is no secret––we’ve all used them on countless occasions for endless hairstyles. Want to know some awesome, effective ways to use them? Check out the list we’ve compiled below. You won’t regret it.
1. Ensure proper use
When you are utilizing the magic power of a bobby pin, the first step is making sure that you are doing it the right way! Bobby pins are meant to be used with the wavy side facing in towards your head. Seriously, the ribbing is designed to grip your hair! If you have been doing it wrong, don’t worry. Switch the pin over and your life will surely be changed.
Another tip: spray your bobby pins with hairspray or dry shampoo before use for even extra hold.
2. Show them off
While women normally opt to hide bobby pins underneath their hair, we think that this trend, as seen in Cosmopolitan, is just amazing. Purchase your own ombre bobby pins from Sephora for only $6!
3. Prop your ponytail
Ponytails are every collegiette’s go-to hairstyle when the pressures of a semester pick up full-swing. Looking to add some volume to your pony? All you need is two bobby pins.
4. Create a criss-cross
Rocking a messy bun and want to spice it up a little bit? Mimic this look created by Free People. If you’re having trouble with it, look no further than this Exposed Bobby Pin video to learn how to achieve the perfect criss-crossed pin look, among others.
5. Paint your pins
How cute is this? If you’re feeling creative, make a one-of-a-kind design on several of your pins and rock them with any hairstyle. According to Free People, all you need is some nail polish and you are good to go.
6. Wear them as earrings
Bobby pins as earrings are definitely a thing––and yes, we are obsessed! Make a bold statement and add some splash to your favorite outfit.
7. Enhance your half-up half-down hairdo
Adding a triangle to a half-up half-down hairstyle may sound, well, weird and random. However, these pictures are proof of just how cute it actually is! Even better, this look gets rid of the tacky ponytail!
These unique ways to use bobby pins will change your hairstyle game forever!