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While edgy facial and body piercings are now a commonplace sight on the city sidewalks, the latest trend in hair also draws its inspiration from piercing culture. Known as hair rings, this rising fad lives up to its name with metallic rings which are artfully arranged in the hair.

Beauty lovers are embracing hair piercing in all its glory, with funky decorative rings in varying sizes and colours. From gleaming golden chains to tiny silver circles, these rings are quickly being incorporated into countless hairstyles. While some Instagram bombshells are sticking to flowing summertime waves, others are channelling their inner rebel with tiny braids and messy topknots.

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In fact, the trend of hair piercing has even made a splash in Hollywood. Earlier this season, diva Christina Aguilera revealed a series of large silver rings in her sleek mauve tresses. The 35-year-old songstress unveiled her eye-catching hairstyle on The Voice, where it stole the spotlight.

If you want to bring the trend to the next level, you can pair your pierced locks with glitter-flecked roots and tightly plaited strands. However, hair rings also look just as stylish in free-flowing locks. For anyone who wants a temporary transformation, hair piercing can offer you the fun factor- without the commitment of dying your locks!

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