If you’re a busy mom, you won’t always have the time to fix your hair on top of your everyday home duties and responsibilities. It’s easy to settle for just a simple ponytail or even opt for a short haircut since it’s difficult to maintain hair care if you have long locks. However, styling your hair doesn’t have to be as high-maintenance and complicated as it sounds. It can even be fun if you find the hairstyle that fits your preference. In the following, we’ll be discussing a few hairstyle hacks for moms that can turn your life around for the better.
1. One-Minute Longer, Fuller Ponytail
The ponytail is such a classic and neat look that’s not very complicated to do, which is why it’s a common go-to hairstyle for your everyday look. There are so many ways to improve your ponytail. Take advantage of this hack to give your ponytail a playful and chic look simultaneously. The best part about this is it takes just one minute, and you’re good to go.
Even if you thin hair, you can still achieve a fluffy and fuller ponytail with this simple hack. You don’t need any tools other than two hair ties and a hairbrush. Start by tying up a half-pony (usually start with the top half). Afterward, grab the rest of your remaining hair and tie them into another ponytail. This will result in two small ponytails on top of one another.
One caveat of this trick is that your hair should be long enough that the hair on the top layer can hide the hair tie of the second ponytail. This will give you a volumized-looking ponytail.
2. Wavy Hair: Flat Iron Your Braids
If you have straight hair and you’ve always wanted to have waves, this is the perfect hack to achieve that look. Compared to using a curling iron, which takes a lot of time, you can choose to do this hack instead. All you need is a flat iron, a few hair ties for braids, and a hairbrush.
You can also use hairspray once you’re finished if you want this look to last throughout the day. Start by braiding your hair into sections until you’ve braided your entire hair. Afterward, use a flat iron on each braid for a few seconds. When you remove your braids, you now have a naturally wavy look.
3. The Perfect Bun: Speed Bump
Aside from the ponytail, the bun is also another classic and simple look. It takes less than a minute to tie your hair up in a bun, especially with this hack. If you’re looking for a neat and chic hairstyle that you can wear every day, the Speed Bump is a great hack. For this look, you’ll need a hair tie and a hairbrush. Start by putting your hair up as high as you’d like your bun to be and tie it in on a ponytail.
Afterward, split your ponytail into two sections, then twist both of them. Finish the look by twisting one section around your hair tie and do the same for the other section. You should have created a chic high bun. Spritz some hairspray to help it stay in place.
4. Simple Tie-Back
If you want to feel pretty and stylish, the half-pony is always a classic look. Bobby pins are effective in making your hair look cute and casual at the same time. This look also doesn’t take more than a minute or two of your time.
You don’t need a hair tie for this, but you do need a hairbrush and three bobby pins. You can start by grabbing two sections of hair from each side and meeting them together at the back, forming a half-pony look. Secure this hairstyle by forming a triangle with your bobby pins for a unique look. You can make this even chicer by letting your bangs flow to frame your face.
5. Cooking Curls
If you have thin hair or your hair never maintains a curl for a few hours, even with hairspray, then this hack is for you. All you need to achieve perfect-looking curls is an aluminum foil and a flat iron. This look also doesn’t take more than a few minutes of your time, and it’s perfect if you have a presentation to get to and need to look good.
Start by grabbing one section of your hair you want to curl and compile it on one side. Afterward, wrap an aluminum foil around it and place your flat iron on it. Let it stay for a few seconds, and do this for the rest of your hair. You should be able to achieve soft and voluminous curls by the end of this hack.
Additional Tips for Hairstyle Hacks
- Hairspray is your best friend in getting your hair to stay the entire day. Don’t hesitate to use hairspray after you’ve styled your hair to prevent flyaway and frizzy hair.
- You can help your curls and waves stay throughout the day by subtly twisting your hair. This technique also cuts your hair back on frizz for a more defined, wavy look.
- Don’t hesitate to use natural products like coconut oil or aloe vera to help your hair become more moisturized and hydrated. These products also help prevent frizzy hair that promotes the best hairstyle for you.
- You can use a flat iron to achieve natural curls, especially if you’re in a hurry or you don’t want to invest in a curling iron.
- Use dry shampoo before you go to bed, so it absorbs the oil and sweat in your hair, and you wake up with fresh and good-looking hair.
- Never forget to clean your hairbrushes as they contain a lot of germs, bacteria, old hair, oils, and conditioners.
In conclusion, self-care doesn’t always have to be so high-maintenance and time-consuming as you think. With simple hair hacks, you can save so much time in your morning while still look good and stylish. You don’t have to sacrifice quality as you can take advantage of hairstyle hacks. If anything, they only make your hair easier to fix and maintain throughout the day.
