More than 10 years ago, Shelby resident Candace Laury had a vision.

As a hairstylist, she wanted women to have a suitable wrap to protect their hair after leaving the beauty parlor. So she invented Satin Sakks, an all-satin head wrap designed to protect that expensive hairstyle.

Satin Sakks is made to stay securely on the head with a band that is secured by Velcro, thus eliminating the problem of having your headscarf come off during the night.

Most women know what it's like to sit in a salon for hours only to wake up with hair that's a mess.

"When you go to sleep at night, if you're not sleeping on the right type of material, your hair can be damaged,” Laury says. “Cotton and flannel dries out the moisture in your hair, so it's important to wear something to protect it."

This product makes the perfect gift because it's useful -- and it really works. It's well designed and, unlike hair bonnets, the satin is on the inside of the Satin Sakks, thus protecting your hair. It works if you wear your hair natural, relaxed or braided.

Another benefit: Satin Sakk is lightweight, machine washable, reduces breakage and can eliminate frizz. It's available in two sizes to accommodate those with longer or short hair.

It's $19.99 and is available on www.satinsakks.com or by calling (704) 438-7090.

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