headband
noun
head·band
ˈhed-ˌband 
1
: a band worn on or around the head
2
: a narrow strip of cloth sewn or glued by hand to a book at the extreme ends of the spine
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For aftercare, the client must not do anything to the hair—no washing, working out, or using hair ties and headbands—for 48-72 hours to ensure the neutralizer sets.
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Cierra Black, Essence, 17 July 2025
Often in chic, matching outfits and headbands, Annie appreciates high style and cohesion.
—Claire Hoppe Norgaard, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 July 2025
Over 20 years ago, Muse headbands began as an experiment in neurofeedback: The gadget notified the wearer when an electroencephalography (EEG) signal from their brain reached a certain threshold.
—IEEE Spectrum, 15 July 2025
Wang completed the outfit with a black headband and black oversize sunglasses, as well as a small black handbag and black leather ankle boots.
—Starr Bowenbank, People.com, 1 July 2025
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Cierra Black, Essence, 17 July 2025
Often in chic, matching outfits and headbands, Annie appreciates high style and cohesion.
—Claire Hoppe Norgaard, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 July 2025
Over 20 years ago, Muse headbands began as an experiment in neurofeedback: The gadget notified the wearer when an electroencephalography (EEG) signal from their brain reached a certain threshold.
—IEEE Spectrum, 15 July 2025
Wang completed the outfit with a black headband and black oversize sunglasses, as well as a small black handbag and black leather ankle boots.
—Starr Bowenbank, People.com, 1 July 2025
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headband
noun
head·band
-ˌband
: a band worn on or around the head
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