10 of the best ever bobby pin hacks

First things first

Bobby pins should always be inserted with the serrated edge facing towards your head, despite popular usage being the opposite. The wavy edge helps the pin grip. Via How Does She

Hairspray for hold

Pre-spray your bobby pins before you push them into your hair to help the style hold.

Lift your pony

If your ponytail refuses to stay perky, add a couple of bobby pins around the base of the hairband to help keep it lifted. Via Buzzfeed

Cover elastics

Cover your hair band by taking a small section from your pony and wrapping it around the band. Secure it with a bobby pin at the base.

Triangle pins

We love this super simple triangle style created using just three bobby pins. Use pins that contrast with your hair colour for a style that pops. Via Luxy Hair Blog

Straighten curls

If you have a natural kink in your hair, pin the hair tightly against your head overnight while you sleep to keep it straight.

Create a faux bob

Thinking of going for the chop or if you just want a change, create a faux bob by pinning the bottom sections of your hair under the top.Via One Country

Fix a zipper

If the zipper pull snaps off, a bobby pin is usually small enough to loop through the hole and help close it. Just remember to remove before you leave the house! Via Minq

Create nail art

The rounded end of bobby pins are small enough to help you create designs on your nails. Simply dip in your favourite colour and you’re away. Via Buzzfeed

Never lose one again

Wonder where your bobby pins go? Us too! Never lose one again by buying a magnetic strip from the hardware store, then sticking to the inside of your wardrobe door or on your dresser. A simple place to keep them where they won’t go missing! Via Vanessa Beauty