In our search for a pony tail holder that would stay put and do things no other hair accessory could do, we had a few ground rules that guided our product development.
First, we wanted a product that could be kept out of landfills. HairThingz don't wear out, or break. You should be able to use them for years! If, for whatever the reason, you are done using your HairThingz, you can put them in the plastic recycling bin and they can be recycled into something new.* Traditional fabric and synthetic pony tail holders go right to a landfill when they stretch out and no longer work. That was not something I wanted my children to inherit. We chose plastic, because of its long term durability, and because it is a product that can be recycled.
It had to be made in the USA. More than that, we decided it had to be packaged in the USA as well. This was very important to me. Sure, we could have it packaged overseas for a little less cost, but why? Just to make a few extra pennies? No, thank you. I love the USA. I have always wanted to have a business that employed Americans.
First, we wanted a product that could be kept out of landfills. HairThingz don't wear out, or break. You should be able to use them for years! If, for whatever the reason, you are done using your HairThingz, you can put them in the plastic recycling bin and they can be recycled into something new.* Traditional fabric and synthetic pony tail holders go right to a landfill when they stretch out and no longer work. That was not something I wanted my children to inherit. We chose plastic, because of its long term durability, and because it is a product that can be recycled.
It had to be made in the USA. More than that, we decided it had to be packaged in the USA as well. This was very important to me. Sure, we could have it packaged overseas for a little less cost, but why? Just to make a few extra pennies? No, thank you. I love the USA. I have always wanted to have a business that employed Americans.
And thus, Hair Thingz were invented! I hope you and your family enjoy them as much as my family does.
*Not all community curbside recyclers accept LLDPE plastic at this time. But it is recyclable!
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