When it comes to travelling, the one thing that I pack every time is my giant ‘pillow scrunchie’ from Drowsy which protects my hair and doubles up as a pillow on long trips
We all know that one of the most stressful parts of any trip is the packing. But whether you make a lengthy list days in advance or throw everything in at the last minute and hope for the best, we all have one or two items that we make sure we pack every single time.
For me, that one thing I cannot head on holiday without is my Drowsy Pillow Scrunchie. The huge squishy silk scrunchie is always one of the first things I throw in my hand luggage, and it’s become one of the best things I take on long journeys with me.
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The Drowsy Pillow Scrunchie, £40, is first and foremost a hair tie, with the silk material essential for stopping your hair getting damaged whilst it’s tied up. It was originally designed to be worn at night as a way of keeping your hair out of the way without being uncomfortable or digging in and rubbing while you sleep.
This is what makes it absolutely perfect for travelling with. I keep mine to hand for long flights or train journeys, and once my hair is fastened back its thick padding is so comfortable it actually doubles as a cushion to rest your head on.
I’ve worn mine for a nine hour flight before and not only did it stop my hair getting in the way, but it also stopped my neck from becoming cricked and sore whilst I slept. The padding is also great for preventing those annoying kinks and lines in your hair that you usually get when you tie it up for long periods of time.
It’s made from high-quality, 22 momme pure mulberry silk with a soft bamboo filling that’s breathable and lightweight. The silk material not only prevents snagging and split ends, but helps your hair retain its moisture, shine and volume, making it perfect for wearing in hot or humid temperatures.
The giant proportions also makes it the perfect statement hair accessory for wearing both day time and at night. It keeps all of your hair secured whilst still making an impact, and you can choose from four colours; black jade, damask rose, dusty gold and midnight blue.
If you have shorter, finer hair or just want some slightly smaller, more everyday sized picks, Only Curls’ range of silk scrunchies includes plenty of different sizes, prints and colours. Although there aren’t any padded pillow scrunchies, like the Drowsy one, there are plenty of other thicknesses and styles to choose from.
For me though, whether I’m heading to the desert or out on the ski slopes, there’s only one hair accessory I’ll be bringing; my Drowsy Pillow Scrunchie.