Simons
Long-Toothed Headband
This long-toothed headband is a lightweight plastic hair accessory designed to hold hair securely. Its defining feature is a series of tall, closely spaced teeth that grip hair effectively, while the semi-circular band measures 1.25 inches (3.5 cm) in width and has a glossy black finish. It is used for styling and keeping hair in place.
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing Accessories > Hair Accessories > Headbands
Color
Size
Specifications
- Material
- Plastic
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing Accessories > Hair Accessories > Headbands
Product Insights
The Long-Toothed Headband by Simons offers a $9 alternative to the $525 Miu Miu zigzag headband, using teeth that enter hair for secure mechanical grip without tension. Its 1.25-inch narrow width discreetly holds bangs and thick sections, but is designed for thick, wavy, or curly hair and may snag fine or textured types. The all-plastic build is rust-proof, repairable if snapped, and heat-shapeable, though the rigid plastic becomes brittle if stretched beyond its limited give, and pressure may develop during extended wear.
Verified claims
- Grip
- Tall plastic teeth enter the hair for mechanical interlock rather than surface friction, holding without silicone or velvet grip.
- Width
- 1.25-inch width is narrower than common 2-inch wide fabric bands.
- Trend
- Echoes the 90s zigzag headband trend revived by Miu Miu's $525 reissue, at a $9 price.
- Hair type compatibility
- Designed for thick, wavy, or curly hair; may snag fine or textured hair types.
- Comfort
- Best suited to shorter wear rather than a full workday; the 1.25-inch unpadded band can create pressure points and discomfort during extended use.
- Fit
- Rigid plastic stretches less than 1 inch; gentle heat can fine-tune shape.
- Durability
- The 1.25-inch width spreads clamping pressure, but the rigid plastic can become brittle over time and risks snapping if stretched more than about an inch.
- Repair
- Snapped headband can be repaired with super glue and a splint; hair dryer heat allows minor reshaping.
- Hair hold
- Narrow width (1.25) grips discreetly, holding bangs and thick sections without slipping.
- Build
- All-plastic: rust-proof for moist use, repairable if snapped, and a $9 take on the luxury zigzag trend.
- Design heritage
- Revives the 90s zigzag headband with mechanical interlock grip.
- Material
- All-plastic build mirrors the original 90s drugstore headbands, avoiding metal tip issues.
- Lightweight comfort
- At barely an ounce, this plastic toothed headband avoids the weight-induced fatigue heavier padded or metal bands can cause during short to medium wear.
- Thick wavy hair hold
- The long teeth cut through thicker, wavier strands and anchor into the hair mass, so dense or layered hair holds without sliding backward.
- Interior padding and grip lining
- The headband has no padding or grip lining on the inside; it relies entirely on large plastic teeth for grip.
- Hair denting
- The rigid toothed band can leave a light dent or parting line along the crown after a few hours; it typically brushes or shakes out quickly and is most noticeable on fine, straight hair.
- Long-term tooth grip
- The teeth are molded from rigid plastic and keep their shape and grip under normal use rather than softening or flexing away; the long-term risk is plastic brittleness leading to cracking or snapping, not lost tooth grip.
Product record
- Title
- Long-Toothed Headband
- Brand
- Simons
- Price
- 9 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Buying Guide
1 comparison · 8 sourcesUses
Keeping hair in place with a gripping headband
A long-toothed headband whose large teeth are designed to grip hair securely, making it an option for holding your hair back while styling or wearing it down. Based on a review analysis, it grips best in textured hair and can be slip-prone on fine or silky hair.[2]
Product comparison
Compared within this brand.
| Long-Toothed Headband: Choose this if you want a lightweight, glossy plastic headband with a tall scalloped row of large teeth, meant to grip hair securely, in a one-size design 1.25 inches (3.5 cm) wide and available in Black or Patterned Brown. Note that according to a review analysis, it can be slip-prone on fine or silky hair and grips best in textured hair, so it suits those hair types.[2,3] | Toothed Headband: Choose this if you want a slim, one-size black headband in lightweight plastic, described by the listing as comfortable for everyday wear. Its single row of short, evenly spaced teeth is designed to grip hair securely, and the band has a uniform width of about 1.25 inches (3.5 cm) with gently rounded, tapered ends. Note that the secure-grip purpose comes from the design description rather than reported customer experience, so results may vary by hair type.[1,4,5,6] | Finely Grooved Headband: Choose this if you want a classic cotton headband: it is made of 100% cotton twill with a finely grooved, horizontal-ribbed outer surface in a 1.25 inch (3 cm) width, sold in one size. Choose this for a U-shaped band with slightly tapered, rounded ends and a dark, soft-looking inner lining, available in Black, Chocolate/Espresso, and Navy/Midnight Blue.[7,8] |
Image Analysis
1 images- 01
Product
A single-piece glossy black plastic headband with a repeating tall scalloped 'long-toothed' front edge. The image shows the headband laid flat in a three-quarter front perspective so the arching teeth and inner band are visible.
- Overall shapeSemi-circular headband band with a series of tall, evenly spaced pointed arches along the outer edge forming a long-toothed scalloped silhouette.
1 region
x 0.04 · y 0.52 · w 0.92 · h 0.36 (high) - Material and finishSmooth glossy plastic surface with visible specular highlights on curved edges indicating a hard shiny finish.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.40 · w 0.60 · h 0.35 (high) - Tooth geometryEach tooth is tall and narrow with a rounded top arch transitioning to a tapered pointed lower tip; teeth are repeated and closely spaced across the front half of the band.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.56 · w 0.88 · h 0.30 (high) - Inner bandInner side of the headband is a thin continuous strip of the same glossy plastic visible behind the scalloped front, showing a consistent profile and slight taper toward the ends.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.30 · w 0.40 · h 0.25 (medium) - Visible joint/overlap at endsBoth ends of the headband curve downward and are visible; the right end is slightly raised off the surface showing the inner face, and the left end shows the back curvature and overlap where the arch meets the arm.
2 regions
x 0.86 · y 0.48 · w 0.12 · h 0.20 (medium); x 0.04 · y 0.48 · w 0.12 · h 0.22 (medium)
Other
Studio product shot on a light neutral background with soft shadow beneath the headband and even diffuse lighting from above-left causing highlights on the glossy surface. Image shows a three-quarter front perspective and is well centered with slight perspective foreshortening.
- Background and surfacePlain light gray background with a subtle cast shadow under the headband where it contacts the surface.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Shot compositionThree-quarter front perspective with the headband placed near the lower half of the frame and the front scalloped edge facing the viewer.
- Lighting and reflectionsEven diffuse studio lighting producing soft shadows and distinct highlights along the curved glossy surfaces, especially on arch crests and band edges.
- Image qualitySharp focus on the headband with no visible text or labels in the scene.
Colors
gloss black· scalloped front teeth and band- Overall shapeSemi-circular headband band with a series of tall, evenly spaced pointed arches along the outer edge forming a long-toothed scalloped silhouette.
Customer Reviews
4 total4 reviews · out of 5
Headband
Sturdy. Neutral color
Utile
Cette passe reste en place, très efficace pour les cheveux épais
Très utile!
Très utile!
Slipped right out
You need textured hair for this to work for you. I returned it.