We all look great on Monday morning after spending Sunday night washing, drying and styling our hair. But by Wednesday, our locks are falling a bit limp — and no amount of dry shampoo will help. We don’t always have time for a fresh blowout and sometimes we tire of top knots.
What’s a girl to do when her several-day stale ‘do goes limp or gets frazzled? Take a cue from the French and make that days-old hair wilder. Scrunch in some texturizing spray for some cool-girl beauty waves, or try experimenting with fun accessories. Pins, scarves and barrettes are a great way to add a bit of flair to your lackluster locks. Braids are another option, since slightly dirty hair has great texture, allowing it to hold the style like a champion.
Behold: 14 easy tutorials and hairstyles for dirty hair that not only make third- or fourth-day hair look great, but actually work better on slightly lived-in locks.
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Hairstyles for Dirty Hair (update)
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The Bouffant Bun
The secret to making dirty hair look glam; backcombing. A lot of it.
See the step-by-step guide to creating this look here.
Image: Pinterest via The Freckled Fox
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The Pull-Through Braid
Ponies don’t have to be boring.
See the step-by-step guide to creating this look here.
Image: Pinterest via Twist Me Pretty
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The Curly Fauxhawk
The edgier, the better. Just pin the sides up and go.
See the step-by-step guide to creating this look here.
Image: Pinterest via Cosmopolitan
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The Double Braid
Slightly dirty hair holds braids best and has great texture.
See the step-by-step guide to creating this look here.
Image: Pinterest via SheKnows
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The Fishtail Bun
A fresh twist on the classic top knot.
See the step-by-step guide to creating this look here.
Image: Pinterest via Hair and Make-up by Steph
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The Twisted Side Braid
Easy and effortless! This hairstyle is also a great growing-out-your-bangs hack.
See the step-by-step guide to creating this look here.
Image: Pinterest via The Everygirl
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The Braided Bun
No one at work will know you haven’t washed for days.
See the step-by-step guide to creating this look here.
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Boxer Braids
Yep, you can be cool and dirty at the same time.
See the step-by-step guide to creating this look here.
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The Milkmaid Braid
Leave a few tendrils hanging, if you want.
See the step-by-step guide to creating this look here.
Image: Pinterest via Swann & the Berries
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The Side-Twisted Turban Wrap
This looks so fancy — no one would ever guess that you have something to hide.
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The Party in the Back 'Do
Distract them by clipping fun barrettes to the back of your head. Plus, the days-old texture in your hair will help them stay put.
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The Tuck and Cover
You can try this trick with any braid, but we think the fishtail version is extra special.
See the step-by-step guide to creating this look here.
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The Looped Bun
Trust us, this super easy look will take less than a minute to do.
See the step-by-step guide to creating this look here.
Image: Pinterest via Twist Me Pretty
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The Bandana Wrap
If it was good enough for Jackie O, it’s good enough for us.
See the step-by-step guide to creating this look here.
Image: Pinterest via AllDayChic
