Plastic-Free Round Mini Hair Ties - 12 pack - KOOSHOO

They may be small, but they are mighty! These Minis are anything but modest. Made in Japan with organic cotton and natural tree rubber, these little wonders are twice as strong as other biodegradable hair ties on the market. And just like all of our Hair Ties, they are plastic-free, zero waste, ethically made, stylish, available in hues you can use, and they work.

Perfect for small intents and purposes - thin hair, baby braids, petite ponies, toddler tresses, kids’ cuts, TikTok trends. This small silhouette has been around forever, but we’ve modernized it - big time!

Still soft, still high performance, still gentle on the hair, the planet and its people, still KOOSHOO.

Features:

• 100% plastic-free hair elastics
• Biodegradable
• Handcrafted from premium organic cotton and natural tree rubber
• Wide range of shades (to match your hair colour or your mood)
• Over 2x stronger than your average hair tie
• Longer lasting for all-day (or all-night, all-workout) hold
• Gentle on hair
• Great for thin hair, kids' hair, braids, fun styles, you name it
• Unisex
• Eco-friendly
• Vegan

You want it, you got it! By popular demand, we have reinvented the hair tie, yet again. The look, feel and function you love, with none of the negative. These plastic-free Round Minis have come full circle. And we're hair for it!

Made of organic cotton and natural tree rubber, these new additions to the KOOSHOO family are a modern twist on a style we know. Ethically sourced and biodegradable, they may be tiny but they're big on style and function.

Good for the planet, good for the hair - these babies will not back down. They last longer in your hair and in your collection, and we know you'll love them in the most major way. This pack comes with 12 long-lasting hair ties that will keep your locks on lockdown forever (which, by the way, is how long they last).

Eco-friendly & Sustainably made
well rounded from all angles

There are so many reasons to love the Minis, but let's start with the biggest one: Every plastic hair tie you've ever used still exists on this planet. We decided we had to create a better version of the familiar shape to help transition the world to a sustainably sourced, zero waste option... and quickly! They're made in Japan with organic cotton, toxin-free dyes, and via a transparent and environmentally mindful supply chain that uses fair labour practices that uplift the community - Rounds are the biggest thing to happen to hair accessories, well, ever!

They are made ethically and sustainably. Made from 100% sustainably sourced certified organic cotton and sustainably harvested Fair Rubber Association natural tree rubber, our plastic-free hair bands are produced at a Fairtrade certified social good factory in southern India where profits are used to fund important health-focused causes. Making products that are kind to the earth and leave farmers, sewers and customers feeling KOOSHOO is the heart of what we do.

Fashion favourite

They look good, really good! You have your pick of perfect pantones (from bright bolds to blended brunettes), and the familiar shape in a smaller size allows you to create the looks that work for you - whether you're into petite pigtails, a bunch of braids or you just have skinny strands. They also make a statement. Not just about style (though they have that in spades...) but also about the world you want to see. Who knew a tiny little hair tie could symbolize so much? Well, we did - and now you do too!

Performance: they 'do it all

There's no getting around it, the Rounds work! They hold styles without slipping (or headaches!), they are stronger than any other comparable hair ties on the market (by leaps and bounds, in case you’re wondering!), they're softer on hair, and they make a big impact on small jobs! Perfect for kids and tiny tresses, these little hair ties are a big deal.

Quality: stronger for longer

Other hair ties are designed to be disposable, single-use accessories. You wear them a couple of times, they snap, you toss them and move on to the next. The Minis are built to last (and last and last). We chose to produce them in Japan because we found a partner from a culture known to never cut corners, and the proof is in the quality of these Rounds. We've tested them, and they're at least twice as strong than any comparable hair tie.

We want to show you a different way of looking at this once-expendable accessory. Our Rounds are made to work, to last, and to stay in rotation long-term. Once you feel the difference in the way they wear - the softest organic cotton and headache-free hairstyles, you'll wonder how you ever lived without them.

Material:

• Made 100% from plants
• Certified sustainably sourced organic cotton (59%)
• FSC Natural tree rubber certified by Fair Rubber Association (41%)

Made by an ethically-operated 4th generation family business in Japan.

All products are dyed using low impact dyes, a non toxic fabric dye that has been certified as eco-friendly by Oeko-Tex with their Standard 100 label. Oeko-Tex is an international trademark with stringent standards for product safety and sustainability, so you can be sure any dyes with the Standard 100 label are completely devoid of harmful substances.

Care:

Biodegradable materials are, by nature, capable of being broken down and returned to the soil - eventually. KOOSHOO products are created in a way that makes them durable, strong and high performance, but they're still plant-based materials, which means they will wear down (just as intended) - but proper care can extend their life. To maximise longevity, avoid storing them in direct sunlight, stretching them while wet, or letting oils and hair products linger on them.

Wash your KOOSHOO Hair Ties with like colours in cold water and lay flat to dry. Good as new.

look good. feel good. do good.

Plastic-free, zero waste, ethically made, stylish and they work. High on quality and comfort, while also being ethically made using renewable, plant-based materials.

Kooshoo eco-friendly hair accessories are designed for quality, style and performance.

Inspired by Norfolk Island. Proudly designed in Canada.
Ethically made in India.

About the Company

KOOSHOO was born from the philosophy that business is a powerful way to share our message. From the beginning, as 26-year-olds contemplating the future and how we could make the most positive impact in our lifetimes, we decided that creating a business would have furthest reach and produce greater results than any of us could as individuals. The dream was to create a purpose-led brand that would produce something with the intent to change how things are done moving forward - to embody a cultural shift in sustainable living.

How it started

We set out to make one small change that would have a big impact

A wrong turn in Borneo led us to a man who happened to own the first recycling plant in the area - an area so destroyed by the industry that existed only to produce goods for Western consumption. This was the first of many moments that lit our path. We learned more about conscious consumerism, zero waste and plastic-free movements. We did a deep dive into supply chains, organic natural materials, fair wages and ethical treatment. We set out on a path to create a sustainable product that fills a need and empowers our customers - without adding to the load that is weighing down our planet. We set out to make one small change that would have a big impact. And KOOSHOO was born.

We are accountable for the life cycle of our products from start to finish – from the earth and back to the earth. Our consumption as a species has an impact, both positive and negative.We want to be part of the change. We are here to embody a cultural shift in sustainable living - making better things in a better way.

This means sourcing natural materials that are renewable, organic, plant-based and plastic-free, and then following their journey through every stage – from harvesting to manufacturing to shipping and natural disposal. At each step along the way, we focus on ethical treatment, fair wages and sustainable practices that empower both the creator and the consumer, while being gentle on the earth.

Inspiration

We started KOOSHOO as one small change that could make a big difference. We want to live more than a better life, we want to truly do good. Part of this greater mission is to leave this beautiful planet and its beings in better shape than we found it. To be fully transparent and respectful of our impact on the environment, on communities and on individuals. Each day we work together to create a lifestyle that feels balanced, joyful, inspired, and grateful.

This is about so much more than hair accessories. We are creating better products in a better way, while bringing meaning and connection to the world. Products that will last – but not in a landfill. Hair. Care.

"When you choose KOOSHOO hair accessories you are choosing organic, biodegradable and responsibly created products that are stylish, last longer and don't damage your hair. It's quality, style and performance without the ethical compromise. That's a choice that feels good."

Meaning

Kooshoo means feeling good

Our current "home base" (headquarters) is Norfolk Island in the South Pacific, where Rachel grew up, and where her family has been for seven generations. Remote and very tiny at only 3x5 miles, the subtropical climate is made for self-reliance and the interdependence with nature - and depends on its population living a sustainable life. Norfolk Islanders feel a deep sense of pride and a responsibility to take care of their home. They speak a unique and special blend of 18th Century English and Tahitian. In the beautiful language of Norfuk, "KOOSHOO" means "feeling good".

Our vision

We are part of a greater movement

We believe that responsible companies operate in a way that is accountable to both people and planet. When consumers support these businesses, they help create a movement that spurs other brands to adopt the same commitment to accountability along the supply chain. At KOOSHOO, conscious manufacturing and fair trade labour go hand-in-hand. It's not enough for companies to use clean ingredients but then opt for the cheapest labour available. Consumers can push back with their voices and choices - and only support brands whose ethics line up with theirs. Voting with your dollars for the future you wish to see will resonate and will create change on a greater scale.