Handmade Lotus Seed Pods Hair Stick with Ou Shi Design
Handmade Lotus Seed Pods Hair Stick with Ou Shi Design
"Ou Shi," another name for lotus seed pods, sounds like "accidentally picked up" in Chinese. Just like the design process, the inspiration found by chance forms this interesting "Ou Shi" lotus seed pod.
The lotus seed pod part is carved using a detailed freehand technique, intentionally preserving the carving marks to express the "proud and independent" spirit of a dried lotus seed pod after autumn. The hair stick is made of brass with a hand-hammered texture. The brass will gradually oxidize and darken over time, adding a sense of history and change.
Material: Ebony wood, brass.
Size: Total length approximately 17.5cm. The lotus seed pod part is about 3cm long and 2.2cm wide, and the brass part is about 4mm thick.
Q: I've never used a hair stick before — is it difficult to learn?
Not at all. Most people get a secure hold within 2–3 tries. The basic technique: gather your hair into a loose bun, twist it once, then insert the stick diagonally through the base, angling it so it crosses underneath the bun and anchors against the scalp. For step-by-step video guides, visit our YouTube channel @thehairsticks.
Q: How do I keep it from sliding out?
Two things make the biggest difference. First, slightly dry or day-2 hair grips far better than freshly washed hair. Second, insert the stick at a diagonal angle through the base of the bun rather than straight through.
Q: Will a hair stick damage my hair?
Hair sticks are one of the gentlest hair accessories available. Unlike elastics, they create no tension or pulling on the hair shaft. Long-term hair stick users often find it reduces breakage compared to everyday clip or elastic use.
Q: Is a hair stick a good gift? What packaging does it come with?
Hair sticks make a distinctive gift — they're handcrafted, practical, and carry cultural meaning. Each piece arrives in a gift box. Feel free to message us before ordering if you need help choosing.
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