Tie me up

No, not like that: my hair, you pervs.

I used Goody's Ouchless elastics for years.  Unfortunately, somewhere along the line, they started getting... thinner.  And weaker.  And started stretching COMPLETELY OUT after one use (no exaggeration - two, tops).

Goody Ouchless Elastics $6.96 for 14

Growing increasingly frustrated by these craptastic elastics, I took to Twitter to plead for a better alternative.  Sadly, most people had the same problem I did, and were looking for another option as well.  MinnesotaJoy told me that she has used Goody's StayPut Headbands as hair ties before, but that's a little more wrapping than I was looking for.   MommaIncredible reported that her daughter - who has a lot of curly hair like I do - has had luck with Goody's StayPut Elastics, so I decided to investigate.

Goody StayPut Elastics $3.99 for 20

I paid between $4 and $5 for 10 elastics here, but all in all, it was worth it.  They do stretch out, but not anywhere near as fast (or as badly) as their Ouchless cousins - I used the same elastic for almost two weeks before moving onto a new one.  I've found that if I don't force them (i.e. wrap 'em around my hair too many times), they hold up for quite awhile.  Hell, they almost border on too tight: I absolutely cannot wrap these around my hair more than twice (unless I want to give myself a massive headache).  These were definitely worth the cost, and I'll buy them again.

Scunci No Slip Grip Elastics $3.69 for 16

TheRemoteJen suggested these as an alternative to Goody.  Unfortunately, Goody seems to have a strangle-hold on the market up here - I know I've seen Scunci products in WalMart, but not often.  I may find a way to try these in the future if I grow disillusioned with the StayPuts.

Are elastics something you consider part of the cost of doing your hair - like shampoo or conditioner - or do you expect a little more from your purchase?  Do you have a brand you love?  

I have not been compensated in any way, shape, or form for this review: this is my unbiased opinion.  I paid for the elastics with my very own Monopoly money.