Quick and Simple Summer Hairstyles

Quick and Simple Summer Hairstyles

 I think the summertime is the worst season for figuring out just what to do with your hair! When the heat and humidity is at its highest, most of “our” hair does not seem to want to cooperate in any way. If you’re anything like me and you live in a primarily humid climate, curls are just totally out of the question when the humidity levels are high. After a roller set, it seems the moment I step outside; my curls have drooped and instantly lost their appeal. Even with a simple wrap, the heat can work against your hair, as sweat causes your wrap to lose body, and appear flat and lifeless. But just because it’s hot and clammy, does not mean that you want to look that way! So I compiled a list of a few convenient, yet fabulous hairstyles for women on the go during those scorching summer months.

 The braid out hairstyle is a convenient and simple way to get those locks off of your neck, especially if you have shoulder length or shorter hair. The goal here is to keep your hair off of your shoulders, or to keep it from being plastered to your skin on a hot summer’s day. The two strand twist hairstyle is very similar to this style. Both are accomplished essentially in the same way: Braiding or twisting your hair, allowing it time to set, and taking it down to achieve the wavy or crinkly look.  Not only does this style look great, it’s also convenient and simple to achieve. Here are step by step instructions on how to achieve the look: http://www.blackhairplanet.com/blog/category/black-hairstyles/

The bun is a chic and classic way to achieve a polished look without all the fuss. When you are not feeling the ponytail, let’s face it, it’s not always appropriate; you can sport the elegance of the bun. The bun is professional enough to wear to a business meeting, yet chic and stylish enough to be worn out on the town with your mate. I achieve the bun by simply putting my hair into a ponytail and then folding the hair underneath and securing it with bobby pins. Sometimes, if I want to achieve more of a bold elegance, I attach a hair piece. Bangs can be pulled out to add some more appeal, if desired. The bun can be positioned high on the head, or down low at the nape of the neck. You simply can’t lose with the bun.

 If you are one who can’t seem to let go of your curly look, why not try the roller set pin up? It’s a soft and elegant upswept do that never stops! With this look, you don’t have to begin with a head full of vibrant curls that will flop upon walking outside. Now, the way that I achieve this look is to actually roll my entire head of hair as if I was going to wear it down. After taking the rollers out, separating my curls, and pulling through with my fingers, I pin up the entire back and sides of my hair. Sometimes I may leave a few curls hanging in the back. This style requires several bobby pins to achieve the look. You have the option of allowing a few curls to hang in the very top of your head, or as many as you like without having to deal with upkeep. At night, I roll the few curls that are hanging to maintain the look. This look is very graceful and sophisticated and can be worn as an incredible evening look!

My list would not be complete without a quick reference to the ponytail. Now I am not referring to your typical plain ponytail. I like to do a pony with a twist! It’s called the ponytail swoop.  The way that I accomplish this look begins a lot like a wrap. The crown of the head is rolled to achieve volume. Then I wrap my hair around to achieve a swoop bang (this part is left to hang out).  The next step it to take the hair up to create a high ponytail sitting a little above the middle of the head. I secure the cloth band loosely to allow the pony to look poofy, if you will. Then I pull the ponytail apart in two sections to create more volume in the top. Ultimately, the final look results in a fluffy loose look with side swept bangs. This is a light and carefree look that never fails for a picnic or outing, or just a laidback weekend day.

 These hairstyles have helped me to endure some really sweltering days, and look amazing all at once! Convenience is essential, especially when you have to contend with lots of heat and humidity.

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