Ever stood in front of the mirror for an hour, trying everything you can to get your hair to behave? The answer is definitely a yes. We have all been there at one point or another. Your hair is one of the most important parts of your appearance, and not being able to present it for the day exactly as envisioned can be a true nightmare. Bad hair days affect us all, and sometimes it can seem like there is no solution in sight, especially when you have a big event on the calendar. We’ve got you covered with five tips and tricks to prevent a bad hair day.
Tie It Up
While it may feel more like you’re sweeping the problem under the rug rather than fixing it, tying your hair up is an extremely quick and simple remedy to a bad hair day situation. Hair placed in a bun or ponytail can offer an easier and effective (not to mention stylish) solution to unwanted messy hair that can still be presented outside of your home. Dress up a ponytail or bun by brushing hair out to help it look smoother and using a hair straightener on the ends. Be sure to use heat protection whenever using hot tools on your hair.
Try to Prevent Before Sleeping
Another effective way to lower the chance of experiencing a bad hair day is to take the correct steps the night before to tame your hair. You can try braiding it or tying it up in a way that doesn’t ruin your sleep. This can be done to ensure that hair is not knotting up overnight, increasing the chance of looking messy when you wake up the next day. Taking these precautions can be done with dry or out-of-the-shower wet hair.
Another tip to try before going to bed is taking a natural sleep aid before bed so you have a more restful night’s sleep. Tossing and turning can really mess up hair, leaving you with a nest to sort out in the morning. A calmer night makes for smoother hair in the morning.
Hide Split Ends
If you are having a bad hair day emergency caused by frayed, dry split ends, you may not have enough time for a last-minute appointment to get it trimmed. In this case, you can apply a hydrating serum and use a large, rounded brush to roll your ends under. Not even the most trained eye will be able to notice your ends.
Try a Different Style
In the case that what you see in the mirror isn’t how you want to go through the day, then you can try something entirely new. There are endless styles that one can substitute for their current situation. Some popular styles are:
- Fishtail braids: Achieved by applying texture powder to strands, before forming a ponytail and dividing into two separate ones. From here, you isolate a small section of hair from one smaller ponytail and move it to the other side, repeating until you reach the end of the strand and cinch with a tie.
- Pinned loose waves: Wash your hair and dry. Moving forward, apply dry shampoo to the roots and twist a small section of hair from your crown. To complete, pin the hair in place with a small metal hair accessory.
- Half-Down, Half-Up Slicked: A hairstyle catered more towards those with natural curls, your hair should be freshly conditioned. Pull your top half of hair into a ponytail and sinch it. Then use a frizz-free gel to lather through the ends of your hair and you are good to go.
Using Different Product
Another way to go is to use different & quality hair products that may help you get the pomp you are looking for. Whether in-store or online, there are many options if you are looking to increase your catalog of hair products:
- Keranique’s KeraViatin Hair and Scalp Supplements: Contains clinically tested, nutraceutical-grade ingredients that are designed to help achieve the hair purity that you are looking for. KeraViatin is powered by Intelli-Dose Targeted Delivery and contains a naturally derived thermogenic enhancer. Developed strictly for women, this product promotes absorption of vitamins, amino acids, and other nutrients.
Having a bad hair day is not the end of the world, and there are many steps you can take to ensure that your hair looks beautiful and will still catch the eye of any passerby. Make our line of products your go-to today!
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This article is not intended to treat any disease or offer a substitution for professional medical advice.
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