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See ya, bedhead: 5 bad-hair-day busters


Whether you slept through your alarm or just got a little lazy, bad hair days can feel like total emergencies. But don’t call 911 yet! You can save the day yourself with these easy 5-minutes-or-less tricks.

 

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    Li’l Miss Messy

    Embrace today’s messy look with this classic. Pull your hair back, twisting it loosely into a bun without worrying about stray strands. Your flyaways and frizzies will only enhance the carefree style. Dress it up with a flowy, scarf-like headband.

     

    Printed Chiffon Headwrap, $14, urbanoutfitters.com

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    Breezy braid

    Here’s a perf solution to hair that’s knotty or just won’t cooperate. Part your hair on the side, separate it into three even segments and quickly weave a low braid. Secure it with some elegant elastics. Bonus points for using more than one.

     

    Assorted Elastics w/ Pearls, $4, ulta.com
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    Clip it good

    Simply pulling a few pieces up and off your face can be a lifesaver if you're short on time. Use a clip that’s both practical and stylish.

     

    Bow Barrettes, $3, forever21.com

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    Top (k)notch

    All hail the top knot! This super chic runway trend will look even better with hair that has some natural oils. So if you skipped a wash and are trying to dodge the bad-hair bullet, a hair donut is the way to go. Just pull tresses into a ponytail, pull it through the donut and secure your hair around the donut with some bobby pins.


    Large Hair Donut, $5, claires.com

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    Dry clean only

    Need grease-relief fast? Try an alternative to messy baby powder with an easy-to-use, dry shampoo spray. Make sure you brush it through to get the full effect.

     

    Suave Professionals Keratin Infusion Dry Shampoo Spray, $4, walgreens.com

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by Julie Harans | 2/1/2016
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