Abstract: A head band includes an elongate body and a securing device. The body is configured to be placed on and generally conform to the contour of a user's head. The securing device extends between attachment portions of the body so that the securing device and the body cooperatively define a continuous loop. The securing device has flexible teeth that engage the user's hair to comfortably secure the head band to the user's head. In one embodiment, the securing device extends between opposite end portions of the elongate body, in another the elongate body has tail portions that wrap over and conceal the securing device, and in still another an elastic strap is routed through the teeth.

Abstract: The hair clip comprises two combs and at least one elastic member to bias the teeth of the combs toward each other in overlapping relationship. The teeth of the combs are similar and are at least slightly wider than the spaces between the teeth. In use, the combs may be twisted relatively to each other while inserting them into engagement, such that some of the teeth of one comb overlay and others underlay the teeth of the other combs so as to clamp hair between the two combs. Preferably the teeth are oval or elliptical in cross-section, such that they interfit partially with the teeth with which they are engaged.

Abstract: An accessory for volumizing the hair of a user which includes first and second joined accessory portions. The hair of the user of the accessory is separated into two bundles, with the placement of the hair accessory therebetween. The bundles of hair are arranged about the hair accessory to form a single large bundle and then secured.

Abstract: A reversible clip comprises a clip body having a resilient band shaped into first and second annular portions. The first annular portion has a first end attached to a center portion of the band, and the second annular portion has a second end attached to the center portion of the band generally adjacent to the first end to form a hinge configured for movement of the first and second annular portions between open and closed positions. The clip includes a plurality of decorative elements comprised of a first set decorative elements and a second set of decorative elements, wherein the first annular portion is connected to the first set of decorative elements and the second annular portion is connected to the second set of decorative elements.

Abstract: This invention provides a flexible seamless hair clamp. More specifically, the flexible seamless hair clamp has a contiguous body portion. The contiguous body portion has a first leg member having a unitary first distal end and opposite thereto a first lever region, and a second leg member having a unitary second distal end and opposite thereto a second lever region. A curved bridging portion is disposed between and formed integrally with the first and second leg members proximate to the first and second lever regions. The bridging portion connects the first and second leg members in a manner such that each is oppositely juxtaposed with respect to each other and arranged to bias the distal ends into proximate contact with one another. Collectively, the first leg member, curved bridging portion and second leg member define a continuous concave surface within the contiguous body.

Abstract: This invention provides a unitary hair clip. More specifically, provided is an elastic midsection with a first portion extending from the midsection, the first portion having a first width. A second portion extends from the midsection opposite from the first portion. The second portion provides an aperture having a second width greater than the first width. The aperture is adapted to receive the first portion. The first portion, the second portion and the elastic midsection are formed as a contiguous seamless structure.

Abstract: A hair bow system and a method for creating a decorative hair bow. The hair bow system includes an attachment device that include a fastener element disposed on the attachment device. A first hair bow also including a fastener element can be removably fastened to the attachment device. A second hair bow can then be removably fastened to the first hair bow by attaching the second hair bow to the first hair bow. Additional hair bows can be attached, such as by being disposed between the first hair bow and the second hair bow. In this manner, a variety of appearances can be achieved by mixing and matching hair bows of different shapes, sizes, colors or decorative patterns.

Abstract: This invention provides a headband with pliable ends. More specifically, the headband with pliable ends has a curvilinear body integrally formed from an arcuate midsection and two pliable end sections. Each pliable end section extends from opposite ends of the midsection. The arcuate midsection structured and arranged to conform to a generalized top of head shape. The pliable end sections are each structured and arranged to be selectively deformable to conform to a user's side of head shape.

Abstract: A headgear to be worn around head for personalization, customization, representation, and affiliation. The headgear includes a base made of flexible material, a front made of flexible material which is attached to base, application method for wording, and Velcro hook and loop strips for securing around head.

Abstract: This invention is a system and a method for styling hair and parting hair according to a predetermined pattern. The invention utilizes a stencil that has a patterned edge. Preferably, the stencil is a flattened elongated stencil device that is formed from a resilient material, such as plastic polyurethane or rubber, and is capable of conforming to the curvature of a human head. In operation the stencil device is placed over the area of hair to be styled and the patterned edge of the stencil device is traced through the hair with a parting device. The hair is then separated along the trace with the parting device to created a hair style with a part patterned substantially similar the patterned edge of the stencil device used. The parting device preferably has a tip portion for tracing the part through the hair and a handle portion for separating the hair.

Abstract: The invention comprises a novel easy to use one size fits all headband and scarf combination, and methods of attaching the headband and scarf. A preferred embodiment has a rectangular or square sheet of material with a fold along one corner forming a large main sheet an a short sheet portion. An elongated headband can be sewn on an opposite side of the folded sheet of material along the fold line. A user can drape the short sheet portion over their head and attach the exposed ends of the headband together so that the attached ends are behind the user's head. The large main sheet can be draped over the attached headband. Alternatively, the main sheet can be draped under the attached headband.

Abstract: The present invention provides an improved hair hoop structure for fitting on user's head and immobilizing the hair. The improved hair hoop structure includes a main body whose two ends are respectively penetrated by an elastic element, and a male and a female engaging elements which are respectively connected with each elastic element. Through the engagement between the male and the female engaging elements, a circular hair hoop structure is formed, so that the hair hoop according to the present invention can have a convenient operation procedure and can prevent loosing or coming off.

Abstract: A hair retaining clip includes a base, a locking arm, a hinge, and a locking mechanism. The base includes a first end, a second end and a first elongate section that is resiliently movable relative to the base. The locking arm includes a first end, a second end, and a second elongate section that operatively engages the first elongate section in a closed position. The hinge is disposed on and pivotally connects the first ends of the base and the locking arm. The locking mechanism is disposed on the second ends of the base and the locking arm for locking the clip in a closed position. At least one of the first and second elongate sections are entirely constructed from a high friction material.

Abstract: A head wrap or scarf assembled from two parts joined on a seam line. Each of the parts is a single layer thick with more slippery fibers on one side and less slippery fibers on the other side. The parts are joined with the more slippery side of one part and the rougher side of the other part facing toward each side of the scarf so that when the scarf is folded, one outward facing surface is slippery and the outward facing surface is rougher.

Abstract: A headband (10) is provided as a unitary body comprising a top portion (20) and two side portions (30). The side portions (30) include curvilinear ear portions that generally follow a contour behind an ear of a wearer. The top portion (20) may include a non-planar surface that faces the head of the wearer, providing space between the headband and the head of the wearer and allowing the hair of the wearer to “lift” away from may include hinges (42) in the joints between the top portion (20) and side portions (30), allowing the headband to be folded. Other features may be included to provide comfort, convenience, security of fit, or aesthetics. The headband may be comprised of any material, including synthetic or natural such as, but not limited to, an elastomer or foam. The headband may be translucent, transparent, or opaque.

Abstract: A hair accessory for receiving and retaining a bundle of hair, a method of making such a hair accessory, and methods of styling hair and instructing others to style hair using such a hair accessory are provided. The hair accessory comprises a thin, resilient, continuously formed, ductile metallic member. The continuously formed ductile metallic member is covered by at least one thin sheet-like backing member. The ductile metallic member and the one or more backing members form an opening for receiving and retaining a bundle of hair.

Abstract: Among other things, the present invention provides fashion accessories commonly known as headbands. Various embodiments include headbands that encircle the head partially or fully, primarily made of a resilient, molded foam or lofting material which include expandable, stretchable, wells or holes that are designed for insertion of various decorative ornaments. Also disclosed are methods for manufacturing such headbands and various accompanying headband pieces.

Abstract: A Velcro-type hair-accessories connector includes a hair holding unit (100) combined with a real hair (310); and a hair accessory (200) like an artificial hair, which is combined to the hair holding unit (100) in a Velcro manner The hair holding unit (100) includes at least one holder (110) fixed to the real hair (310), and a holder combiner (120) combined to the hair accessory (200) in a Velcro manner. The hair accessory (200) includes an artificial hair (210) provided in a lower portion thereof and an accessory combiner (220) provided at a top of the artificial hair (210) and combined to the hair holding unit (100) in a Velcro manner. Using this connector, a user may fix the hair holding unit to the real hair, so the user may attach or detach the hair accessory to/from the real hair for decoration by himself/herself in an easy way.

Abstract: A bobby pin includes a body composed of bending members, a decorative member, a clamping member and a clamping holed member. The decorative member is provided with plural decoration recesses for placing plural decorations therein, the clamping member is connected to one side of the decorative member, and the clamping holed member is connected to the other side of the decorative member. The clamping member is provided with plural teeth and the clamping holed member is provided with a hole and a clamping rim around the hole. When the bobby pin is to clamp hair, the clamping member is made to bend by means of the bending members and inserted in the hole of the clamping holed member and clamp with the clamping rim with one of the teeth of the clamping member to let the bobby pin form a tubular shape for clamping hair stably.

Abstract: A headband and hair extension holding construction comprises a headband having a pair of vertically spaced apart outer and inner head straps and horizontally spaced apart external holding straps. A hair extension holding construction having a pair of vertically spaced apart upper and lower holding constructions containing a series of horizontally aligned holding device cooperating fasteners for mutual engagement with a plurality of hair extensions or hairpieces primary fasteners within the initially open interior of the hair extension holding construction. The headband opposite ends having a pair of horizontally spaced apart linking rings or loops. A clasp is enabled for strap and crossbar-action fastening through the linking rings or loops, or may be constructed as a simple link with opposing ends for grasping the loops. In this way, the headband may be drawn into a continuous closed loop for improved fit and concealment of the attached hair extension.

Abstract: A hair accessory which allows a user to simultaneously shape and style the user's hair. The hair accessory includes a base, at least one shaping member, and at least one decorative feature. The hair accessory allows for the base, a functional portion of the hair accessory, to be hidden for view while the its decorative features are displayed. The shaping members may be used to shape and place the user's hair into one of a variety of styles, thus reducing the need for multiple hair accessories. The user may position the shaping members in the hair to achieve a desired hair style and the shaping members may include decorative features. The hair accessory may optionally include a band as a base for encircling a portion of the user's hair. Multiple decorative features of varying lengths may be used and the hair accessory may optionally be utilized to shape or contain a pony tail.

Abstract: A hair barrette includes a resilient and curved barrette member for resiliently attaching onto a head of a user, the barrette member includes two end portions each having one or more orifices for decreasing a resilience of the curved barrette member and for air circulation purposes. The barrette member includes a number of teeth for engaging with a hair of the user, and may further include one or more decorative members for decorative purposes. A cable may further be engaged through the orifices in the end portions of the curved barrette member and for attaching the cable to the end portions of the curved barrette member.

Abstract: A hair-clip device for installation into a person's hair for styling said hair that includes a clip element which is attached to a flexible wire element. The clip element comprises two halves which are pivotally attached and spring loaded. The distal end of the two halves of the clip have finger-like prong projections. Attached to the proximal end of the spring-loaded clip is a flexible, bendable wire member. The wire member is covered with at least one decorative element such as a plurality of beads or fabric.

Abstract: A hair styling device with a stretchable, relatively long body portion extending between two ends thereof having a first end clasp member and a second end clasp member each provided at a corresponding one of the opposing ends thereof capable of being at least in part positionable about at least a part of the other. The first and second end clasp members each have a passageway therethrough into which a corresponding body portion end extends with the body portion ends each having a passage blocking object thereon, and being sufficiently narrow to prevent the body end extending therethrough with a blocking object thereon from passing through that narrow part. The blocking member can be a spherical shaped solid wedging the body portion ends into a tapered sides portion of the passageway in each clasp member.

Abstract: The present invention provides a body accessory which can formed into a ring shape, comprising a silicone elastomer body having a silicone elastomer layer mixed with fine titanium powder, which contains titanium powder obtained by burning a gaseous oxygen-hydrogen mixture in high-pressure water, fusing metallic titanium using the resultant burning gas and precipitating the product in water at least as a major component, on the skin contacting side and the silicone elastomer decorative continuous protrusion on the exterior side.

Abstract: A hair accessory for receiving and retaining a bundle of hair, a method of making such a hair accessory, and methods of styling hair and instructing others to style hair using such a hair accessory are provided. The hair accessory comprises a thin, resilient, generally rectangular, ductile metallic member having a pair of longitudinal ends. The ductile metallic member is covered by at least one thin sheet-like backing member. The ductile metallic member and the one or more backing members are generally configured in a closed loop by folding the longitudinal ends of the covered ductile metallic member into an adjacent and/or overlapping configuration to form an opening for receiving and retaining a bundle of hair.

Abstract: A spiral or helical structure for retaining hair or hair-like strands is constructed from one or more rigid, semi-rigid, and/or flexible materials. Rigid or substantially rigid portions of the structure can be inter-spaced with flexible portions of similar spiral or helical structures to accommodate the ability to create desired bends, curves and/or curls. Elastomeric bands can be employed to secure the spiral or helical structures to hair strands, to other spiral or helical structures and/or other hair retention devices. Applying hair dye/stain to bundled hair within the spiral or helical structures provides an ability to “tie dye” hair strand bundles to create desired highlighting and/or hair coloring. The spiral or helical structure can be made of hollow or partially hollow material. Decorative items can be attached or interconnected to the various embodiments of the present invention. In a separate embodiment, an interior component is coupled with an outer component.

Abstract: An elastic band includes an elongate elastic core, a sheath, and an elongate friction member. The elongate elastic core comprising a continuous loop and the sheath has an outer surface and surrounds the elongate elastic core. The elongate friction member is disposed in the sheath, such that at least a portion of the elongate friction member protrudes past the outer surface of the sheath.

Abstract: A hair-retaining device to be worn on the head comprising two attached hair sticks with a sliding fastening member removably connected to each of the hair sticks. The hair sticks retain a portion of a user's hair between the hair sticks.

Abstract: A multiple band fastener and method for securing sections of hair of a human being in sections and for aligning hair bands. The apparatus is a semicircle headband that has a plurality of hair bands integrally attached and aligned longitudinally along its top. In use, the headband is attached to the hair and hair sections are neatly aligned and secured to the multiple band fastener by placing each corresponding hair section into the corresponding hair band. Each band always remains aligned with each other and the multiple band hair fastener is easily removable and reusable.

Abstract: A hat with a detachable, elasticized hair securing strap, wherein the securing strap is removably secured to the hat via conventional hook-and-loop fasteners, thereby enabling convenient replacement of the securing strap either upon diminished elasticity of same, and/or with a decoratively-adorned detachable hair securing strap.

Abstract: A method for fabricating a hair accessory includes providing a hair clip having a plurality of tines, providing at least one support member having a plurality of strands extending therefrom and coupling the at least one support member to at least one of the plurality of tines.

Abstract: A method for fabricating a hair accessory includes forming a loop with a member having a first end, a middle, and a second end, wherein the loop is formed in the middle of the member. The method further includes attaching a plurality of hair strands including at least one of natural hair and synthetic hair to at least one support member, and spirally wrapping the at least one support member around at least one of the first end, the middle, and the second end of the member.

Abstract: The device of the present invention is a convertible ponytail holder/headband designed to remain secure during prolonged use and physical activities or when wet. The device includes a long strand of material and a bead with a through-bore. Both ends of the strand are threaded into the through-bore to form a closed loop. The positioning of the bead is adjustable, but remains secure once set due to friction and tension. For optimal friction and tension, the strand is formed of a seamless tubular material that while slightly elastic readily retains its shape. The diameter of the bead through-bore is approximately 0.6 times the width of the strand. In operation, the ponytail holder or headband is looped around a hair bundle or the wearer's head, respectively. To secure the device the bead is moved towards the loop and the loop is tightened.

Abstract: A hair retaining device for placement on a head comprises an annular, elasticized portion for adjusting to heads of varying sizes and for encircling a wearer's head, said headband having an upper edge and a hair retainer gathered at and extending upwardly from said upper edge of said elasticized portion and terminating at a generally circular retaining lip.

Abstract: A hair-band comb fastener and method for securing sections of hair of a human being. The apparatus comprises a retaining comb with an attaching member toward an end of the comb base and a resilient band attached toward the other end of the comb base. The resilient band has an attaching means for mating with the attaching member on the comb base. Whereby, the comb can be placed in the user's hair, a hair section can be placed in front of the comb, the band can be stretched across the hair section, and the attaching member on the band can be secured to the attaching member on the comb base.

Abstract: A hair styling article for providing increased volume to a switch of hair is provided. The hair styling article includes a base and a plurality of arcuate-shaped members extending from the base. In operation, the switch of hair is held in place by the hair styling article in a flared-out fashion which increases hair volume. The invention also includes a method of using the hair styling article.

Abstract: A hair connecting fastener for securing two sections of hair together. The hair connecting fastener comprises a first elastic looped hair band with an attaching member attached to it and a second elastic looped hair band with an attaching member attached to it. In use the first band is attached to a section of hair; the second band is attached to a separate section of hair; and both attaching members are attached together.

Abstract: A headband for creating pigtails. The headband comprising a headband with a hair-band attached to each of its ends. In use the headband is placed on top of the user's head and each looped hair-band is secured to a section of hair at both sides of the head to form pigtails.

Abstract: A ponytail holder with an inner elastic band and an outer cushioning sleeve. The sleeve is made from at least two fabrics, one of which has a lower coefficient of friction than the other. The lower frictional fabric is located on the inner portion of the ponytail holder and contacts the wearer's hair. The sleeve's outer portion is made from a more absorbent fabric that can be printed upon more easily than the inner portion.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for inserting a decorative ribbon into braided human hair. The apparatus is of a needle configuration having an elongated shaft pointed at one end and a ribbon-retaining eyelet at the opposite end. The eyelet has a progressive engagement and retaining insert to selectively engage and hold a ribbon within. A ribbon can therefore pass through the weaves of the braid in a variety of decorative repetitive patterns.

Abstract: A hair connecting fastener for securing two sections of hair together. The hair connecting fastener comprises a first elastic looped hair band with an attaching member attached to it and a second elastic looped hair band with an attaching member attached to it. In use the first band is attached to a section of hair; the second band is attached to a separate section of hair; and both attaching members are attached together.

Abstract: A fastener formed of a male fastening element and a female fastening element for joining the ends of a cord member is disclosed. The male fastening element has an elongated front neck terminating in a spherical head. The female fastening element has a rounded recessed hole adapted to receive the spherical head of the male fastening element, a front insertion hole axially forwardly extended from the rounded recessed hole to the front side and adapted to receive the elongated neck of the male fastening element, and two protrusions suspended in the front insertion hole at two sides and adapted to hold down the elongated neck of the male fastening element in the front insertion hole of the female fastening element.

Abstract: A hair highlights attachment assembly for providing highlight strands for medium to long, one-length or layered hair. The hair highlights attachment assembly includes a highlight strands support member being adapted to be removably disposed about a user's hair and head; and also includes fasteners being attached to the highlight strands support member; and further includes a plurality of highlight strands being detachably attached to the highlight strands support member; and also includes fastening members being attached to the highlight strands.

Abstract: The Nappy Locs Tool with a pinched end (14) for holding sections of hair. The hair section is threaded through the bulb (13) and pulled upward into the pinch (14)of the needle. This device secures hair while sewing hair in looping patterns in the formation of the hairstyle dreadlocks.

Abstract: The current invention is for a device, a method and a system for styling hair. The preferred device of the instant invention is a hair pin that spirals with two or more rotations from a larger bottom section with a pointed end to a smaller top section with a blunted or enlarged end. The hair pin is preferably elongated and forms a substantially uniform cone shape with an inner spiral region. In the preferred method of the invention, a portion of hair is secured within the inner spiral region of the hair pin by placing the tapered or pointed end of the spiral hair pin into a section of hair and twisting the hair pin in a direction opposite to the spiraling direction of the hair pin, such that the hair pin passes through the hair at least twice and captures or gathers the portion hair within the inner spiral region.

Abstract: A multiple clip fastener and method for securing sections of hair of a human being in rows and for aligning hair clips. The apparatus is a semi-circle headband, retaining comb, or barrette that has a plurality of hair clips integrally attached and aligned longitudinally along its top. In use, the headband, retaining comb, or barrette is attached to the hair. Hair sections are then neatly aligned and secured in rows to the multiple clip fastener by placing each corresponding hair section into corresponding hair clip. Each clip always remains aligned with each other and the multiple clip hair fastener is easily removable and reusable.

Abstract: The device of the current invention is a multi-layer clip that is preferably configured for securing hair. The clip has at least three body sections and preferably four body sections. Body sections are configured to be coupled with adjacent body sections through hinges, whereby the body sections collectively open in a zig-zag fashion. Preferably, the clip is secured with the body sections in a layered and closed position through two-part snap features, wherein portions of the interlocking snap features are located on adjacent surfaces of adjacent body sections. Preferably, lengths of the body sections are sequentially altered such that body sections collectively close in a layered and cascaded fashion. Adjacent surfaces between adjacent body sections are preferably provided with protruding teeth structures to facilitate the securing of hair.

Abstract: A foldable formative cap capable of opening automatically, which is mainly comprised of a cap body and a hair hoop. Wherein, two sides of the cap body have folding lines and can be folded, and there is a supporting seat arranged in each left and right side of the top face of the hair hoop additionally, and the upper portion of the supporting seat is connected and secured at an appropriate position of the folding lines at the two sides of the cap body by the means of a fixing structure.

Abstract: A predetermined shaped material that surrounds the arms of a steel hair clip such that a large rectangular portion (20) surrounds each arm and a small rectangular middle portion (22) covers the clasp. The small rectangular middle portion prevents hair from getting caught in the clasp. Each large rectangular portion adheres to the hair and compacts allowing the clip to better fit a broader range of hair thicknesses.