If you’re a mom, then you already know it’s nearly impossible to find the time needed to style your hair, much less even wash it! Between having to cook meals and get the kids ready to go, it’s easy to push doing your hair and makeup to the side. Somewhere in the midst of all the chaos though, you need to find time to take care of yourself.
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Our 7 easy hair fixes will help you go from hot mess to hot mama in a jiffy. These effortless looks and styling tips will give you back the confidence you’ve been missing, and they won’t take all day.
1. Tame, define, and shine
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Before you can create any style, or if you want to just go all natural for the day, it’s necessary to tame your frizz with a haircare product. The best product to use would be one that not only controls frizz, but also defines curls and adds shine. Natural Curl Enhancing Mousse is an all-in-one solution. This product works for women with either loose waves or tight curls.
2. Try a high pony or “afro-puff”
This trendy style couldn’t be any more stylish, or easier to do. All you need is a tight headband and a few minutes. After treating your hair to some leave-in conditioner, comb it up to the top of your head and secure it with the headband.
Pin any loose strands on the sides of your head down with bobby pins. If you have bangs, keep these short strands out in the front. This will add even more voluminous texture to the look. Twist these left-out strands, and the ponytail itself, with some curl defining gel to finish.
3. Make a simple braid
Another extremely simple style is the side braid. A big, loose braid like this one is great for relaxed or wavy hair, it just has to be long enough! To get your hair to stay in the braid, try rubbing in some Sleek Edge Control hair gel.
If you don’t know how to braid by now, first of all, we’re shocked. Second, check out this easy to read tutorial. Braiding can be harder to do on yourself than others, but side braids solve that problem because they bring your hair around to the front where you can see it.
4. Spice up a bun with a scarf
A cute head scarf can spruce up any simple hairdo, even a bun. And this vintage style will take you back to the good old days. Start by creating a poofy bang. Roll a thick section of your hair in front into a circular shape, and tuck the ends down with a bobby pin.
Then gather your hair in the back to form a low ponytail. Roll that ponytail around itself to create a bun, and pin it down. Spray the completed style with Formations Finishing Spritz.
5. Wrap yo’self
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Headwraps are ideal for those bad hair days when nothing seems to work. This is a quick way to hide your messy, undone mop but still look fashionable. It’s also a go-to summer look as it will protect your hair from drying out in the sun.
To create this adorable, oversized bow wrap, start with the headwrap at the back of your head and make sure it covers your hair from top to bottom. Pull both ends of the wrap around to the front and tie them in a knot. Make a bow tie as you normally would and then tuck the ends into the “bunny ears.”
6. Rock a fro-hawk
For the bold and adventurous mama, this hairstyle is sure to turn heads. It’s perfect for those with a shorter haircut. The look can easily be created by brushing up the sides of your hair using some Natural Honey & Shea Edge Tamer to hold it in place. Then secure it down along the sides of the mohawk with bobby pins and you’re ready to go!
7. Protect your hair at bedtime
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In order to have beautiful, easy-to-style hair in the morning, you need to protect it at night time. As part of your nightly haircare routine, you should always apply a moisturizing cream to prevent breakage. Then put your hair in a protective style like a loose, high ponytail or a braid. Lastly, wrap your head in a luxurious and soft, satin hair wrap that will stay on all night.
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With these 7 quick hair fixes, you’re set to get out the door in time and look fabulous doing it. In the midst of morning chaos, you’ll be cool, calm, and collected with these easy tips. Subscribe to our blog here to get more helpful content like this delivered directly to your inbox!
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