Every girl has a stash of bobby pins hidden away somewhere in her bathroom. These tiny little magic makers can make any hairstyles instantly better and are the backbone behind most intricate updos, half-up half-down styles, and even ponytails. There's little that they can't do. And although they get lost so, so easily, we all know that we couldn't live without them. But as it turns out, we may not know all the genius things that we can do with bobby pins. Sure, they're great for holding our bangs out of our faces, but these babies are packing punches we didn't even know were possible. And we're here to spill all of their secrets.
From hair tricks to nail tips, bobby pins are basically the ants of hair products. They're small, but boy, are they mighty. And not to mention, they're super cost effective. We are always looking for cheaper ways to make our hair look amazing, so what better way to do that than to explore some new and exciting ways to use bobby pins. Stores sell them in super packs, so even though half of them will get lost within a week of purchasing, there's still enough to work some hair magic in the mornings.
Even the most DIY-centered people might not know all that bobby pins can do, but we're here to help with that. Gone are the days of simply using a tiny pin to hold back a small piece of there. There's a whole new world out there, and it's time we discover it. Yes, bobby pins are crafty little devils, and it would be a shame to not know all of the power that they hold. So, here are 20 crazy genius ways to use bobby pins.
Spray With Dry Shampoo Before Inserting To Avoid Slipping
Nothing is more annoying than having a bobby pin slide down once it was in the perfect spot. A texturizing spray or a dry shampoo will help a bobby pin stay in place once put in the hair.
Bobby Pins Don't Always Have To Be Hidden
Not every style needs clandestine bobby pins. Sometimes letting them show in a cool way can make the entire hairdo.
Use A Bobby Pin To Secure A Braid
Now this is crafty. An exposed bobby pin can make really amp up the way you braid you hair.
Make Fun Designs
Hairstyles are meant to be a little fun and whimsical. Why not turn function into play by securing bobby pins in a cool design or shape?
Hide The Elastic Of Your Ponytail
Bobby pins don't have to be the only thing hiding in a hairstyle. Make it look like the ponytail is being held by just hair alone by wrapping a section of hair around a hair tie and securing it with a pin. Voila.
Go Bold With It
Not into subtle? Dare to be different and create and bobby pin crown on the side of the head.
Give Yourself A Faux Bob
Cutting super short hair a pretty big commitment, but never fear because bobby pins can easily form an adorable faux bob.
Make Sure The Grooves Are Facing Down
The proper way to use a bobby pin has been up for much debate, but the jury is back in. The grooves of the pin help grip the hair, so make sure they are facing down when applying them.
Hidden Twist
Hair can get in the way of a lot of things, but an easy way to stop this is to simply twist a front section of hair back and secure a bobby pin towards the face.
Choose The Right Color
This may seem simple, but a lot of people use bobby pins that don't exactly match their hair color. Nowadays, they come in pretty much any color imaginable, so if the goal is to hide the pin as much as possible — grab the right shade.
Use Them For Nail Art
Bobby pins can be used for much more than just hair. Practice some adorable nail art by using the tip of a pin to make polka dots.
Use Them To Make Curls Last All Day
For those out there that have a lot of trouble getting curls to stay all day long, bobby pins might be able to help. Simply pin the curl (still coiled from the iron) to the top of the head and let set.
If The Coating At The Tip Is Gone -- Toss It
That weird little ball at the end of a bobby pin is actually very important. If that falls off, just toss the whole pin. Without it, the bobby won't stay as well and can potentially scratch the scalp.
Criss-Cross Them To Secure
The best way to get a bobby pin to stay in place is to take two and criss-cross them. This technique is also super easy to turn into a fun design as well.
Use Pliers To Fix Stretched Out Bobby Pins
Digging out a bobby pin and finding that it's been all stretched out is one of the worst feelings. But all hope isn't lost. Simply dig out a pair of pliers and seal that bobby pin closed again. This will help that back of 50 pins last a lot longer.
The More, The Better
Who says you only need one or two bobby pins to do the job? If showing them off is the name of the game, then just go for it.
Recycle A Tic Tac Container To Store Them
It's a universally known fact that we may have bought 100+ bobby pins, but in about a week's time, we'll have five left. Stop this madness before it happens and convert a tic tac box into a smart way to store bobby pins — guaranteeing that no others get lost every again
Make Them Decorative
Bobby pins are staples for special events, but to make sure that they fit the occasion, try choosing more decorative ones.
Amp Up Your Ponytail
Never deal with a flat ponytail again! Slip bobby pins on the bottom side of the hair tie, and enjoy a voluminous pony.
Try The Curved Ones
Curved bobby pins are perfect for smaller pieces of hair that are more toward the back of the head. This isn't the pin to use for simply pinning back bangs or for anyone with thicker hair. But with more intricate updos, the curved pins might come in handy.
