The traditional banana clip for hair is something of a relic of the past, but it has recently made a comeback. It was often worn in the 80s in Starlite films, by models in advertisements, and by fashionistas of the time. And it made their hair look longer, fuller, and thicker, even if it wasn’t meant to be.

With Google Trends seeing a sharp increase in the search term “banana clip” and Pinterest seeing a 105% increase in the search term “how to style hair clips,” banana clip hairstyles are officially back in style. Here’s a handy guide to help you come to terms with these old-new hair tools.

The banana clip is a hair accessory with two comb-like sides that come together to hold your hair securely in place. Banana clips are typically about 6-6 inches long and have an inward curve that is meant to support the curve of the back of your head and help create an iconic “faux-hawk-meets-pony” hairstyle. However, today’s selection of banana clips allows for even more style variations.

For example, one popular design is a U-shaped clip with elastic teeth on each side to hold hair in place. In an alternative design that a Carly Clip offers, a banana clip is one long, continuous piece with comb-like teeth that you can use to grab as much hair as you want. Best of all, there are no hinges or metal to damage your hair.