{"title":"African Hair Sticks","description":"\u003cp\u003eAfrica has a long history and culture, profound and colorful. Similarly, Africans have a long history of using hair sticks, especially Egyptians. The African hair sticks are made of alloy and paired with rhinestones to be colorful and eye-catching.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn African culture, hair sticks are undoubtedly a special piece of jewelry. As one of the birthplaces of human civilization, due to the influence of the natural environment and history, African traditional jewelry has maintained certain original characteristics, reflecting the simple and childish wild artistic atmosphere, which is of great religious, social, and spiritual nature.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-crane-bone-hair-stick","title":"Handmade Crane Bone Hair Stick","description":"\u003cmeta name=\"uuid\" content=\"uuidIDLuaCPSXwoD\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-darkreader-inline-bgcolor=\"\" data-darkreader-inline-bgimage=\"\" data-darkreader-inline-color=\"\" style=\"color: rgb(14, 16, 26); background: transparent; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; --darkreader-inline-color: #dbd8d4; --darkreader-inline-bgcolor: transparent; --darkreader-inline-bgimage: none;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDesign:\u003c\/strong\u003e In traditional Chinese culture, the crane symbolizes longevity and elegance. Those who have attained enlightenment are often accompanied by cranes. Immortals often use cranes as their seats and ride cranes around the Immortal Realm.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brass\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLength:\u003c\/strong\u003e 185 mm\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHead Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18 * 17 mm\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 36 g\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNote: \u003c\/strong\u003eThis product is cast by the brass lost-wax method, because the product is slender in shape and difficult to produce, it is inevitable to cause deformation and uneven color in the process of casting, grinding, and surface treatment, but it is not a defective product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"The Hair Sticks","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42598716604673,"sku":"THS064","price":69.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0623\/0232\/2945\/products\/O1CN01WH9Zea27RFHM8fB30__68077793_91cf91cb-b8f9-4d89-aa6f-a1e1927ef4f1.jpg?v=1670809103"},{"product_id":"the-big-fish-hair-stick","title":"The Big Fish Hair Stick","description":"\u003cmeta name=\"uuid\" content=\"uuid8BmcpzJkBfKt\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: rgb(14, 16, 26); background: transparent; margin-top:0pt; margin-bottom:0pt;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color: rgb(14, 16, 26); background: transparent; margin-top:0pt; margin-bottom:0pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\" style=\"color: rgb(14, 16, 26); background: transparent; margin-top:0pt; margin-bottom:0pt;;\"\u003eDesign: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\" style=\"color: rgb(14, 16, 26); background: transparent; margin-top:0pt; margin-bottom:0pt;;\"\u003eAre you fascinated by the way the fish swims, from small goldfish to giant whales? I suddenly found that the red fishtail was so wonderful until I watched the movie \"Big Fish \u0026amp; Begonia\". So we designed this big fish hair stick. It is made of African sandalwood. Each piece is carved by hand individually. There will be subtle handmade marks and subtle differences in shape.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"color: rgb(14, 16, 26); background: transparent; margin-top:0pt; margin-bottom:0pt;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color: rgb(14, 16, 26); background: transparent; margin-top:0pt; margin-bottom:0pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\" style=\"color: rgb(14, 16, 26); background: transparent; margin-top:0pt; margin-bottom:0pt;;\"\u003eMaterial: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\" style=\"color: rgb(14, 16, 26); background: transparent; margin-top:0pt; margin-bottom:0pt;;\"\u003eAfrican Sandalwood. African sandalwood is mainly produced in the primeval forests of West Africa and other countries, and its heartwood is orange-red and has a very delicate texture. When just cut, its color is yellow and will oxidize to a deep red in about a week. And the color will slowly darken over time, becoming purple-black and purple-red.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"color: rgb(14, 16, 26); background: transparent; margin-top:0pt; margin-bottom:0pt;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color: rgb(14, 16, 26); background: transparent; margin-top:0pt; margin-bottom:0pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\" style=\"color: rgb(14, 16, 26); background: transparent; margin-top:0pt; margin-bottom:0pt;;\"\u003eLength: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\" style=\"color: rgb(14, 16, 26); background: transparent; margin-top:0pt; margin-bottom:0pt;;\"\u003eapprox. 200 mm（7.9 inches)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"The Hair Sticks","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43727865250049,"sku":"THS153","price":86.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0623\/0232\/2945\/products\/329ca63aeb567f3354e8c05f7e7a2efa.jpg?v=1674529375"},{"product_id":"handmade-feast-beast-hair-stick","title":"Feast Beast Purple Sandalwood Hair Stick","description":"\u003cul class=\"liststyle-none\"\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Purple sandalwood, deer antler\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLength:\u003c\/strong\u003e 195mm \/ 7.7 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest for hair type:\u003c\/strong\u003e All hair volumes, fine through thick\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended hair length:\u003c\/strong\u003e Armpit length \/ 18 in \/ 45 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOptimal hair length:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bra-strap to waist \/ 22-30 in \/ 55-75 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShaft note:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dense and rigid, avoid soaking in water\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSkill level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy to learn - most users get a secure hold within 2-3 tries\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest occasions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Daily wear, office, hanfu styling, gifting\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTechnique:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand-carved\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Handmade in China\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Craft: Hand-carved Feast Beast\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe design draws from the \"Pao'e\" creature in the Classic of Mountains and Seas — a beast with a sheep's body, human face, and tiger teeth. The hair stick's shaft is turned from purple sandalwood with a twisted, segmented form inspired by wild goat horns. The top is carved from deer antler, tea-stained for an aged look, and features swirling abstract patterns that evoke the beast's mythical nature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe antler tip is joined to the wood shaft seamlessly; no glue is visible at the joint. Each piece shows slight variations in carving depth and grain orientation — marks of handwork, not defects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePurple Sandalwood\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePurple sandalwood (Pterocarpus santalinus) is a dense hardwood native to southern India. It has been used in Chinese furniture and carving for centuries. The wood has a fine, even grain and a natural reddish-brown color that darkens with age and exposure to light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe antler tip is natural deer antler, tea-stained to deepen its color. Over time, the antler may develop a subtle patina. Grain and color variation between pieces is normal — no two sticks are identical.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFit \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis stick works for all hair volumes, including very thick and heavy hair. The rigid shaft and 195mm length provide secure hold for buns and updos. For those with fine or shoulder-length hair, consider our \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/collections\/short-hair-stick\"\u003eshort hair sticks\u003c\/a\u003e for a better fit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wipe with a dry cloth after use. Avoid prolonged contact with water, oil, and heat. Do not soak. Store in a dry place away from direct sunlight.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Hair Sticks","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43851013128449,"sku":"THS070","price":248.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0623\/0232\/2945\/products\/e318a7d75909edb6c5c245be080d8638.png?v=1681442491"},{"product_id":"black-sandalwood-hair-stick-with-cloisonn-and-gemstones","title":"Black Sandalwood Cloisonné Hair Stick","description":"\u003cul class=\"liststyle-none\"\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black sandalwood, cloisonné enamel, gold-plated copper, freshwater pearls, turquoise, red jadeite, agate\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLength:\u003c\/strong\u003e 180mm \/ 7.1 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest for hair type:\u003c\/strong\u003e All hair volumes, fine through thick\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended hair length:\u003c\/strong\u003e Armpit length \/ 18 in \/ 45 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOptimal hair length:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bra-strap to waist \/ 22-30 in \/ 55-75 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShaft note:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dense and rigid, avoid soaking in water\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSkill level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy to learn - most users get a secure hold within 2-3 tries\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest occasions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Daily wear, office, hanfu styling, weddings, gifting\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTechnique:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cloisonné enamel\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Handmade in China\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Craft: Cloisonné Enamel\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis hair stick combines black sandalwood with cloisonné enamel, a technique where thin gold-plated copper wires are soldered onto a metal base to form compartments. Each compartment is filled with blue-green enamel paste, then fired and polished smooth. The design includes a red agate ruyi (auspicious scepter) motif, with turquoise accents on the ruyi, red jadeite set within the blue areas, and freshwater pearls encircling the pattern.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe wood shaft is hand-carved to fit the cloisonné topper seamlessly. The gold-plated copper outlines catch light, while the enamel retains a slight translucency that deepens with wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Black Sandalwood\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlack sandalwood (Dalbergia fusca) is a dense hardwood native to Yunnan, China. It has a fine, even grain and a natural dark brown to black color, sometimes with subtle red streaks. The wood is naturally fragrant, with a mild, sweet scent that persists for years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause this is a natural material, each stick will show slight variations in grain and color. Small tool marks or minor asymmetry are not defects — they indicate handwork. The cloisonné enamel may also have tiny air bubbles or color shifts, which are characteristic of the firing process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFit \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis stick suits all hair volumes, including very thick and heavy hair, thanks to the rigid sandalwood shaft. It works best for hair at least armpit length; shorter hair may not wrap securely. If you have fine or shoulder-length hair, consider our \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/collections\/short-hair-stick\"\u003eshort hair sticks\u003c\/a\u003e for a better fit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wipe with a dry cloth after use. Avoid water, perfume, and hairspray. Store in a dry place. Do not drop — the cloisonné topper can chip on hard surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Hair Sticks","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48367156232449,"sku":"6035732580697","price":64.89,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0623\/0232\/2945\/files\/133f902a8a2cccf967b48bc67ab29993.jpg?v=1775205634"}],"url":"https:\/\/thehairsticks.com\/en-ca\/collections\/african-hair-sticks.oembed","provider":"The Hair Sticks","version":"1.0","type":"link"}