What are GripZies? TOP
Frequently Asked Questions about the Original HairGripper now known as "GripZies!".
Q: What materials are used to make the HairGripper/GripZies?
A: All the materials used to package and to make the HairGripper/GripZies! are free from toxins and latex. In addition to
using environmentally safe materials, our foam is designed to conform. Our research indicates that latex materials are
not suitable for this application which is commonly found in shelving liners, cosmetic sponges, and other various
foam/sponge materials. Please read "Rubber Latex Allergy" (paragraph 2) about a case history on the dangers of latex
Q: How does the HairGripper/GripZies! work?
A: The preferred embodiment of HairGripper/GripZies! works by utilizing a soft resilient foam material that "conforms" to
the inside of clipping apparatus; it expands and contracts and fills in the gaps commonly seen when there is not enough
hair or hair is fine. When there is not enough hair to fill the clipping apparatus; shifting, slipping, sliding, and in most
cases pulling occurs on the few strands the clip does grab and is usually uncomfortable making you want to reposition or
remove the clip all together.
Q: How do you apply the HairGripper/GripZies! to hair clips?
A: The peel and stick HairGripper/GripZies! is just that "peel and stick". We have a video demonstration of the original
HairGripper you can access along with instructions on how to apply the HairGripper/GripZies! with the product packaging.
Q: My daughter will not let me put clips in her hair. Any suggestions?
A: With the HairGripper/GripZies! in your clips, your daughter may not even realize the clip is there. It is light weight and
has a gentle balanced grip and it does not pull on the one strand the clip (without the HairGripper/GripZies!) does grab
and may cause discomfort due to shifting.
Q: How long does the HairGripper/GripZies! work?
A: We have HairGrippers from the testing phase (January 2003) that still work.
Q: Will the HairGripper/GripZies! stick to my daughter's hair?
A: No. The HairGripper/GripZies! was designed with comfort in mind. We found rubber type products tend to stick or bind
to hair and can possibly cause breakage or discomfort. gbins
Q: Can the HairGripper/GripZies! be used with other clips and barrettes?
A: Yes, the HairGripper/GripZies! was specifically designed to be used in multiple hair accessories. We launched the
"peel and stick" HairGripper in 2003 for alligator pinch clips commonly used with infant/toddler hair bows. We do have
HairGripper prototypes that are compatible with the following; french clips/spring barrettes (all sizes), barrettes (plastic,
commonly seen with infant bows), hair claws (standard sizes), and snap clips (snap on the hair).
