Best Hair Ties in 2021

Spiral hair ties are like a circular phone cord, with the gaps between spirals letting your hair become separated and look fuller in your ponytail. They are great at staying in place without holding hair too tight, and they won't break smaller hair strands upon removal. This set has four colors, with a clear option sold separately.

Match any outfit with this set of over 60 scrunchies. Their soft, velvety-material will be gentle on all hair types, freeing you from hair strands being pulled like they can be when using traditional elastics. Perfect for top buns or a relaxed ponytail, this value is hard to beat for the number of hair ties you receive.

Goody's Ouchless ties will stay in place no matter your style or activity. They now have an elastic core that is 40% stronger, so each tie will last longer. You'll get 27 ties in a pack, and you can choose from a variety of colors.

If you're doing lots of braids, or you just want a minimal holder for your ponytail, then this option is for you. You'll receive a plastic case with 2,000 elastic bands, which means there are plenty to put extras in your bag, pocket, or car. However, these bands are not intended to be reused.

If you don't need the rainbow of colors offered in our other scrunchie pick, then this set from GOODY is an excellent option. You'll get eight black hair ties made from a jersey knit material that is gentle on your hair. These are ideal for very long and thick hair types.

This pastel-colored set of scrunchies is inspired by macarons and is excellent for creating an ombre effect in any hairstyle. The gentle velvet material is soft and perfect for daily or overnight wear. They also come in other ombre sets, like Blue Gray or Blush.