10 best hair tools you need to get immediately

Winner, would you like to get your hands on some of the best hair tools to score beautiful hair WITHOUT breaking your budget?

Then stick with this post. Because I’m about to share with you only 10 tools you need to get now.

Because you really don’t need any more than that. In fact, these 15 hair care tips on a budget include using fewer hair tools.

Trust me. Once you get these tools, you’ll be set for the rest of your hair journey.

Disclaimer: I have 4c natural hair. And the hair tools I discuss in this post work best for my hair. If you have a different hair type, or even 4c hair, you can modify this list according to the needs of your hair.

10 best hair tools you need to get now

Hair tool 1: Wide-toothed comb

For this tool, I use a pick-up comb. Which we call Afro comb in my part of the world. The sturdy teeth can hold the weight of your kinky hair.

You only need to worry about the design of the teeth. Anything wide-toothed will do, regardless of how the handle of your comb looks.

This is one of your best hair tools because the teeth are wide enough to work through your hair while causing minimal damage. Or no damage at all, if you’re really careful and patient.

You can use a wide toothed comb for:

A wide-toothed comb should cost you, at most, $2. And you can get this comb at your beauty stores.

Hair tool 2: Shower cap

Remember, a shower cap is listed under these 7 simple shower essentials.

I use a DIY shower cap, which is basically a two-handled plastic bag (the kind you get from your local grocery store).

And here’s how simple it is to use my DIY cap: I cover my whole hair with the plastic. And then secure the plastic over my head by tying the two handles together at the back.

You can use a shower cap for:

If you want a store-bought shower cap, you can get one for as little as $4 at Amazon. (More than that can get you a cap to last you years. So it could be worth the investment.)

Hair tool 3: Hair ties

You have a wide variety to choose from when it comes to hair ties. Because they are of different shapes and sizes.

You might already be familiar with elastic hair ties. But you can also get non-elastic hair ties.

I make DIY hair ties from discarded tights. You can also make your own hair ties from your old stretchy t-shirts.

You’ll need hair ties to tie your hair for the purposes of:

You can get a pack of hair ties for as little as $3 at your local beauty store.

Hair tool 4: Wool/yarn

I feel compelled to add wool/yarn because it’s one of the best hair tools I can think of.

Why? Because it’s so versatile, you can use it for almost anything.

You can use wool/yarn for:

You can buy a ball of wool/yarn for less than $1. And it will last you months, even years (if you reuse it).

Hair tool 5: Bobby pins

You need bobby pins to keep your hairstyles in place.

And you can get super smart here by choosing a minimal design and size that blends well into your hair. So that your hair looks seamless.

You can buy a pack of 20 bobby pins for about $1.50 at any beauty store. And they’ll last you years.

Hair tool 6: Headscarves (preferably satin)

I emphasize ‘satin’ because the satin material is slick on your head. And therefore won’t pull and tug at your hair.

If you have 4c hair like mine, all the more reason to use satin headscarves.

You can use satin headscarves for:

You can get a satin headscarf at any clothing store. And even though it’s a more expensive material, you shouldn’t have to spend more than $3 on your scarf.

Hair tool 7: Scissors

You should own a good pair of scissors for:

You can expect to spend at most $2 for a good pair of scissors. (I spent less than $1 for mine.)

Hair tool 8: Small brush

I’m yet to see a head of hair without any fly-aways. And/or frayed edges. (For those of us with 4c hair our edges are more like stubborn balls of cotton wool).

And this is why you need your small brush.

Because a good brush can unravel those cotton balls and get them to lie flat along with the rest of your hair. Especially if you use gel as well.

Any small brush with soft thistles will do. I use an old toothbrush.

Now, make sure that ‘old’ here doesn’t mean ‘damaged’.

Because if the thistles are damaged, they could damage your edges.

A good toothbrush which you buy for your teeth, will cost you a little over $1. And in a few months when you replace that old toothbrush, you can repurpose it by adding it to your best hair tools. Smart, right?

Hair tool 9: Hair rollers

Wondering why hair rollers made it into this list of your best hair tools?

It’s because hair rollers will not only straighten your hair as an alternative to heat, but they’ll leave you with an elegant hairstyle as well.

As soon as you finish washing your hair at home, you can roll-set your hair (while it’s still wet). Wait for the hair in rollers to dry. Unravel your rollers. And then whip your straightened hair into a hairstyle that’s fit both for your professional and personal lives.

You can expect to spend about $10 on a set of rollers.

Hair tool 10: Wigs, weaves, and other hair extensions

You might argue and say you can go through your whole hair journey with just your own hair. And I don’t dispute that.

But wigs, weaves and hair extensions can also not only enhance your growth by giving your natural hair a break. But they also give you alternatives for hairstyles.

For example, you can style a straight wig or weave in many different ways.

Wigs, weaves and other hair extensions vary greatly in price. Because the price depends on the quality.

For example, you can expect to spend at least $100 for good quality hair extensions.

If your head is spinning right now, there’s some good news to that hefty cost: buying good quality extensions can save you money in the long run.

And that’s simply because you only spend upfront when you buy extensions that can easily last you a lifetime. If you choose wisely. And care for them properly.

Final thoughts

You can get a few simple best hair tools to ensure you always have great hair without spending all your hard-earned money. And the 10 tools in this list will help you get started.

I hope you found this post helpful. In that case, please share your feedback by commenting:

Winner, by sharing your feedback, you can inspire another Winner out there to also get these hair tools. So they can look their best on their tight budgets.

Last but not least, remember that it’s your journey. So, there’s no rush. No right or wrong. Only progress.

Also, remember that in everything you do, you’re a Winner. And in everything that happens, your life is always a win!