- In-Between Hair: Out-Growing
A Bad Haircut
- By Ron King
In-between hair -- when you are
waiting for that bad haircut to grow out -- is a frustrating
hair problem. Fortunately there are ways to get through this
difficult time with a minimum of stress.
Acceptance
The first thing to do is to accept
your hair as it is. Admit that there is only so much you can
do at this stage. Once you accept your fate, then you can begin
to focus on finding styles that are possible.
Look at fashion magazines for
models with hair similar to yours. Then take an evening and experiment
with these different styles. You may be surprised at the results.
Accessorize
Accessories can be your best
friend when styling in-between hair. Your hair might be too short
to pull into a ponytail, but there are other hair accessories
that can work wonders on short hair.
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One of the best accessories is
the basic bobby-pin. These come in many stylish varieties. For
example, you can find them with attachments such as sparkly butterflies
or in a variety of colors. The traditional bobby-pins are still
available if you want a more natural approach. You can use these
pins to tuck hair up at the sides or in the back. Use the smaller
bobby-pins to sweep short hair up completely.
The butterfly clip, which is
available in many different sizes, is another option. The shorter
your hair, the smaller the clip. Use these clips to sweep hair
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They too are found in a variety
of colors and styles. They are easy to use and won't break your
hair.
Cover Up
Also consider using a cover-up
-- hats or scarves. You can throw on any kind of hat with an
outfit and hide your hair completely. You can do the same with
scarves. Try different techniques with your scarf to get the
best look possible.
Appliances
Appliances are also useful when
trying to style in-between hair. If you are trying to let your
layers grow out, try curling your hair. This will hide your layers
a bit since curly hair shows layer growth much less than straight
hair. Use hot rollers or a curling iron for best results. If
you like the curls you might want a perm until your hair grows
to the desired length. Flat irons are great for shorter hair
as well. Some short pixie style hair tends to get a bit frizzy.
Narrow flat irons are perfect for styling short hair.
Products
Using the right products is also
key to getting a great style from in-between hair. If your hair
gets frizzy, try using a straightening gel as soon as you get
out of the shower. You can also use a deep conditioner to avoid
frizz. To help stimulate hair growth, massage your head for at
least 2 minutes while you shampoo.
The in-between hair stage doesn't
have to be painful. Follow these tips and you might even enjoy
your new 'do. |
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