A hair teasing and damage reduction system is disclosed. The system includes a sleeve having a first half, a second half, and a middle connecting region. The first half of the sleeve includes a hair engaging surface and a non-contact surface with a pocket formed by a left lateral edge, a right lateral edge, and an end edge. The second half of the sleeve includes a hair engaging surface and a non-contact surface with a pocket formed by a left lateral edge, a right lateral edge, and an end edge. The pinch clip has a clasping end, a gripping end, and a hinge. The clasping end includes a top prong and a bottom prong. The gripping end includes a top extension and a bottom extension.