If you've ever taken out a scrunchie and found a hard crease left in your hair, or noticed extra strands caught in the elastic, the scrunchie itself might be the problem.
The issue with cotton and standard elastics
Cotton and rough synthetic scrunchies create friction against your hair. That friction is what causes creasing, snagging, and over time, breakage — especially for fine, curly, or color-treated hair.
What silk does differently
- Smoother surface: hair glides instead of catching, so you get fewer flyaways and less breakage.
- No hard crease: silk holds your style without leaving a dent when you take it out.
- Gentler on second-day hair: less friction means less frizz when you let your hair down.
Who benefits most
Anyone can switch, but the difference is most noticeable if you have fine hair prone to breakage, curly or textured hair that snags easily, or color-treated hair you're trying to protect.
Our Mulberry Silk Scrunchies and Satin Scrunchie Set are a small swap that makes a real difference — starting at $5.99.