How to Get that Effortless Hair Look
Let's get one thing straight: we all want effortless hair from the time we wake up to the time we go to sleep. It's not all about just the convenience either (even though that is a big selling point). Effortless hair is in right now in a big way. Women are looking less for the “just came from a stylist” look and more for of an off-duty style that still commands attention and envy.
Is it as easy as it looks? Honestly, not really. Maybe if we had a genie in a bottle, we would wake up as effortless goddesses, but most of us have let that ship sail. And yet…
Effortless hair is not as unattainable as it might seem. Getting that just-rolled-out-of-bed-looking-like-this hair that turns heads all day long is readily available to everyone and not just your favorite influencer.
Here are three ways you can get a natural-beauty look for yourself:
An Easy Air-Dry
Have you ever heard of a little thing called air drying? Oh, it sounds so simple. But give it a go – by gently blotting your hair with a towel (microfiber towel are great for this). The goal is to remove all excess moisture before you put in any product. The only thing to remember is to use soft touches and not to vigorously rub a towel over your hair because that will create frizz and be the anti-good hair day.
However, if you find yourself just needing that little bit of frizz to give your hair a certain unkept yet chic look, try using paper towels because they have fewer microfiber properties. They are also not as abrasive as a traditional towel.
If you have really thick hair, then there is a possibility that creams, or oils are fine to use after air drying. However, for the most part, try an oil mist and spray it into the palm of your hand and run it through the hair. You can also try a leave-in conditioner to keep the hair moisturized. Remember, too much product can weigh the hair down.
Pro tip: for more fine hair, turn your hair upside down and shake it (just like you've seen in movies). This would create body and dimension while it dries.
The Un-Blow-Dry
While air drying is one of the best ways to get a whimsical look, it's not everyone's forte, nor is everyone going to take the time to do it. And with winter weather – forget about it. For those that are not interested in waiting for your hair to dry on its own and take shape, we give you the un-blow dry. Your hair will look very much like it has been air-dried, but it won't take as much time. The idea behind this is to flip the hair upside down while drying and move it around quite a bit. This will create a little bit of texture in character to the hair. You can even spritz in a little oil mist before you start to give it that extra charm.
Pro tip: if you want to go extra crazy and get a lot of texture, fully dry your hair and braid it. Especially if your hair is thick and has some length to it, you will get nice beachy waves in no time.
A New Way to Blow-Out
Have you ever heard of a straight blowout? Now you're probably thinking of the blowouts in the past where there was a lot of heat applied to the hair. However, present-day blowouts are different. Today, women are looking for a more relaxed look. Which is great, as we’re not going section by section applying a lot of heat and causing unnecessary damage.
For this technique, we recommend going to a trained professional stylist who can bring life to your hair and give it the nourishment it needs. A trained professional will know how much heat to apply and what products to use to keep the hair healthy.
If you’re home and want to give it a go – be sure to use an oil mist and big boar-bristle brush to avoid snagging your hair. As you’re looking for a less-perfect finish, just move through your hair in waves and don’t be so meticulous. If you want to make your hair extra smooth – use the concentrator on your blow dryer or a quick run-through with a flat-iron.
And if you want someone else to effortlessly achieve this look for you while you sit back, sip some coffee, and relax – give us a call today. We’ll save a seat for you.