Sinterklaas is coming. Want to give something that won't end up gathering dust in the cupboard? Choose a hair gift that suits someone's hair and routine. Here's how.
Step 1: look at the hair, not the packaging
Is the hair curly, fine, straight or thick? Or is it a beard? That determines what will suit best.
- Curls dry out quickly. Moisture is therefore the most important thing. Brush curls as little as possible and only when they are wet. Many curl experts prefer using their fingers or a wide-tooth comb.
- Fine hair needs volume above all else. Popular tips include blow-drying with a round brush and avoiding products that weigh the hair down.
- A beard is often combed so that the hairs lie neatly and the beard looks fuller. Beard oil is a cosmetic oil specially made for beards.
Step 2: see what they do every day
Do they blow-dry their hair every morning? Let it air-dry? Or do they braid it? A gift that fits into that routine will actually get used.
Does someone blow-dry their curls? Then don't set the dryer too hot, as heat dries out curls. A diffuser is a good addition.
Step 3: choose one thing that suits that routine
One well-chosen product is better than a large set. Think of a brush or a tool they will actually use.
- Do they blow-dry for volume? Look for a round brush like the Denman D75 Thermo Brush or an air styler like the Babyliss Rotating Hot Air Styler.
- Curls? Look in the collection for curl brushes, such as the Kiki Curls Brush III.
Step 4: not sure? Give a gift card
Don't know the hair type? Then a gift card is the safe bet. Write a little poem about hair to go with it, for example:
Sinterklaas didn't know what hair you wear,
so choose yourself what suits you best.
By hair type: how to choose quickly
- Curls: something for detangling while wet or drying with a diffuser.
- Fine hair: a round brush or a tool for blow-drying.
- Straight, thick or long hair: see what they already use and choose a good alternative, such as a Denman D4 or a Tangle Teezer.
- Beard: something for combing or beard oil.
For children: small and cheerful in the shoe
A personal brush in a cheerful colour fits easily in the shoe. Look at the Sibel D-Meli-Melo Brush, for example.
Surprise tip: package it as something completely different
A brush or curling iron has a recognisable shape. Put it in a tube, a box or a homemade surprise. That way it remains a surprise until the very end.
View all the ideas in the Sinterklaas: one hair gift per hair type collection.
Frequently asked questions
Which hair gift suits someone with curls?
Curls are best brushed as little as possible and only when they are wet. People who blow-dry their curls use a diffuser and don't set the dryer too hot. A brush for detangling while wet or something for drying is therefore a good choice.
What do I give if I don't know what hair type someone has?
Give a gift card. That way they can choose what suits their own hair. Write a little poem about hair to go with it, so it still feels personal.
Is a curling iron or blow-dryer a good gift for a teenager?
First, see what the teenager does with their hair every day. Is it already styled with heat? Then a tool will fit into that routine. Does the teenager have curls? Then remember: heat dries out curls. If you're not sure, consult their parents or choose a gift card.
What is a small hair gift for in the shoe?
A small brush fits easily in the shoe, such as the Olivia Garden Fingerbrush Care Mini. For children, a personal brush in a cheerful colour is a fun idea.
