Today's product review is for my favorite spa headbands, which I use both morning and evening to hold my hair back while I cleanse my face and apply my skincare, sunscreen, and (sometimes) makeup.
The spa headbands I tried before discovering these were uncomfortable and/or unattractive. Fortunately, my new spa headbands are both comfortable and cute and come in a range of color choices.
One of My Favorite Beauty Accessories
Recently, I have been sharing product reviews of several of my favorite affordable beauty and skincare tools and accessories, including microfiber spa wristbands that keep your arms dry during facial cleansing, soft microfiber-covered face washing sponges and silicone facial cleansing and exfoliating lip scrubbers that cleanse your pores gently and effectively and make your lips smoother and fuller.
Now, I'm pleased to share the spa headbands that I use twice a day to keep my hair out of my face during cleansing and then application of my skincare products, sunscreen (every day, rain, snow or shine!), and makeup (if I'm wearing any).
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| The terrycloth wrap (left) has a hook-and-loop closure that snagged my hair. The soft microfiber plush band (right) was too tight, despite the elasticized back. Fortunately, the padded headband (center) is perfect—comfortable, easy to get on and off, and even cute! |
Before discovering these, I had been using either terrycloth or microfiber spa headbands that encircle the entire head. Some were too small (even though I don't have a large head), making them uncomfortable. One had a Velcro-type hook-and-loop closure that often snagged my hair. The other wasn't adjustable and, despite the small length of elastic at the back, was hard to get on and off and gave me a headache. Also (admittedly a secondary consideration), neither was very attractive while I was staring at my face in my magnifying makeup mirror, lol.
Recently, I started seeing beauty influencers on Instagram and YouTube wearing these cute, padded spa headbands to keep their hair away from their faces while demonstrating skincare or makeup application.
Honestly, my expectations were low, especially when I looked on Amazon and saw how inexpensive a set of two of these headbands was. But after I messaged one of the "mature beauty" influencers I follow who assured me that they were, indeed, both comfortable and secure, I decided to give them a try.
I'm so glad I did!
Key Features and Benefits
Here are the main reasons I love these affordable padded spa headbands.
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| Three of my four padded spa headbands (I have two in black) |
Comfortable
The spa headbands I had tried before either were too tight or had a Velcro-type hook-and-loop closure that often snagged my hair. One of my hesitations in ordering these was that I often find semi-rigid (plastic or metal) headbands uncomfortable and they tend to give me a headache after I wear them for a short time.
Fortunately, these padded spa headbands are quite flexible and don't give me a headache.
Secure
Even though these bands are flexible enough to be worn comfortably—even throughout the day, if you wish—they also hold my hair securely, keeping it away from my face while I am cleansing or doing my skincare, sunscreen, or makeup application.
Attractive and Versatile
Even though I prioritized function over looks when searching for spa headbands, the fact that these are much cuter and more functional than the others I tried is a nice bonus. In fact, these look nice enough for younger women and girls to wear as a casual fashion accessory. Even as a senior, I sometimes wear the black one when I go out for a walk.
They’re also great for keeping your hair off your face while exercising or soaking in a tub.
Note: When I wear these in any color other than black, my husband has been known to teasingly call me Lady Liberty.
Choice of Colors
These come in sets of two in a range of color options. At the time of this post's publication, there are seven color combinations to choose from:
- Black and light blue
- Black and lime green
- Black and white
- Black and bright yellow
- Light blue and white (although the product photo on Amazon shows one white spa headband and one pair of microfiber face-washing wristbands)
- Light pink and black
- Light blue and light pink
Inexpensive and Good Quality
As of this post's publication, nearly all the color choices sell on Amazon for $9.99 plus free Prime shipping for Amazon Prime members. Since they come in a set of two, that's less than $5 per band! The pink and black combo currently is even less expensive at $7.71 for the pair.
Given the low price, I was nervous about the quality. When my order arrived, however, I was delighted by the quality of the materials and finishing. Although I have only had mine for two months so far, they have held up well.
In fact, I like them so much that I recently ordered a second pair so I could get a light blue one.
Affordable Beauty Gifts for Women of All Ages
Any woman or teen girl who enjoys beauty, skincare, or makeup application would probably love to receive a set of these cute, comfortable, padded spa headbands as a gift.
If the women or girls on your list are avid skincare or makeup enthusiasts, consider putting together baskets of beauty gifts including some or all of the following spa accessories to create luxurious "gifts for her" at an affordable price. The plush VOLO Hero microfiber hair towel is the most expensive item at $44.25, but most of the suggestions below come in at around $10-$15 (as of this post's publication).
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I can see in the product description that these cute spa headbands are also useful for exercising and for relaxing in a bubble bath. A very handy headband indeed. Thanks for your review and recommendation, Margaret.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the reminder, Elf! I just added those uses to my review. Much appreciated!
DeleteI thought of you last week, Margaret, when I went to a bbq party. Two of the women in attendance (mother & daughter) were wearing the spa headbands like the ones you love and have featured here. I had to giggle to myself. I knew you used them when washing your face, but I had not considered wearing them otherwise. Apparently, they are extremely comfortable and can certainly be worn throughout the day. Now, you made me laugh again, Lady Liberty!
ReplyDeleteMouse, that’s hilarious! Thanks for sharing that story. Now I want to know, did your friends look cute while wearing these spa headbands at the barbecue party? :)
DeleteYes, the were very cute, indeed and totally appropriate for the casual setting of an outdoor bbq.
DeleteSo glad to hear this, Ms. Mouse! (With my husband’s teasing about Lady Liberty, I guess I wanted reassurance that I looked cute vs. silly, lol.)
DeleteI actually have been using the same ratty headband for washing my face for years! probably decades! I don't know how it hasn't been lost by now - I'm in the market for a new headband - I know it seems silly but I need a thicker one like what you've talked about here - with thick hair the thinner headbands don't really do the job in holding my hair back - thanks for this Margaret, when I'm ready to order, I'll try these
ReplyDeleteYou’re very welcome, Barbara! I think you’ll love these. They’re comfortable but also secure (for me, at least). They’re also great to use while exercising, soaking in a tub, taking a walk, etc. I hope you enjoy them!
DeleteI like the sound and look of these spa headbands!. It is good to have something to keep hair out of the way when applying moisturiser, make up etc and I also like my hair off my face in hot weather and exercising so useful for that too. I was glad to hear that they did not give you a headache as that is one of my concerns that many of these are too tight but from your review these sound very comfortable. I do like the choice of colours too! Thankyou for your review!
ReplyDeleteThanks so much for your lovely feedback, Jasmine! The fact that they’re so comfortable (and do wuick and easy to put on and take off) is so important to me. I really love them and hope you do, too!
DeleteNot only are they inexpensive, but they are really cute too. I have two granddaughters that I think would love these because they both have hair that would require some taming while doing their morning and evening cleansing routines. Thanks for this great gift idea!
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