Bad hair days are real and let’s face it, not all days carry the mood of glitz and glam. Sometimes your hair is calling for some tender loving care, but your spirit’s just not up for it. Let’s not even mention when the hairstyle people swooned over a few weeks ago, starts making you feel drab and dishevelled. This is why in this list we embark on some style tips, that can help you get through those bad hair days while leaving you looking confident and well put.
- Accessorise
Scarves and head wraps are good styling options for bad hair days. They are a quick-fix solution, stylish and fashionable at the same time. All you need is to pick from a list of styles and get ready to grace your day. Beauty: 7 Hair Accessories To Complement Your Natural Hair
Here’s a catalogue to give you a headstart.
- High bun
You can never go wrong with a high bun. Just tie your hair or braids, up then smooth out your edges using a little bit of gel. This gives you a refreshed look and leaves you room to adorn yourself with accessories. You can also opt to cover the bun with a scarf or leave it be if it can suffice. Pineapple is another hairstyle that comes to mind.
- Wear a cap
Not to work though. Nonetheless, this is a good hack for when you can’t imagine taking down your braids or going somewhere with edges and hair strands all unruly.
- Get a wig
Wigs are like an emergency tool kit. There are enough wig styles on the web so you can never run out of inspiration. Therefore, to revamp your look, get a wig, especially a short one or one with shoulder-length hair. They are more easily manageable than long synthetic wigs. However, this always depends on well you can take care of your unit.
Next, pay attention if your wig is made of synthetic, human or semi-human hair. If you are a beginner, you can opt for a semi-human straight wig. It is affordable and the good thing is that you will not have to throw it out after a month’s use. Why, because it feels like straightened kinky hair.
Do not forget to check the versatility of the part of the wig itself. The safest option would be a no-fuss unit like one with bangs, braids or curly hair. 8 things to know about human hair wigs.
- Do cornrows
Why do we love cornrows? They are effortless, convenient, tidy, expressive and versatile. If you can style yourself, the better. If not get a hairstylist who doesn’t plait them too tight as this can cause traction alopecia. Cornrows will serve you for days and you don’t have to keep restyling your hair. 8 reasons you should change your hairstylist.
If you have natural hair, in addition to cornrows, twists, braids and Bantu knots are hairstyles that can help you stay away from tools and products that will wreak havoc on your hair. Emotional Stages when doing a twist out. It’s super easy they said. Not!
Have you met humidity yet? As one of the prime reasons for bad hair days, it should also prompt you to wear protective styles for moisture protection and less frizz.
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