3-Minute Hairstyles for When You’re Running Late
Unless you’re a morning person bestowed with the gift of waking up gracefully and unperturbed, chances are high your a.m. routine may be more of the rushed variety. What’s the harm in just a few more glorious moments of slumber, after all? Well, for one, the state of your hair, which is usually a dead giveaway of a hurried, harried morning. Though model-off-duty strands are having a moment right now, there’s a fine line between artfully tousled and tousled by your pillow; luckily, you don’t have to sacrifice finesse next time you press snooze (for the third time). Ahead, you’ll find seven quick and easy hairstyles that will take three minutes or less to execute—leaving more time for your sweet, sweet dreams.Keep scrolling to see them all!
Give your go-to low pony a chic update with this twisted, teased variation. Divide your hair into three sections—left, middle, and right—then twist the middle section toward the right, pinning in place. Twist the left section toward the right and pin in place, then twist the right section toward the left and pin in place over the other two sections. Give it a little tease, and be on your way. You can see the full tutorial here.
It doesn’t get easier than this knotted half-updo. Take one two-inch section of hair on either side of your head and gather them together in the back. Twist the sections together as one, twist it into a knot, the tuck the ends under and pin in place. Here’s a visual guide.
A genius way to wear your curly hair down and out of your face, this hairstyle involves melding two french braids into one. Head over to Refinery29 for the step-by-steps!
Braid a two-inch section of hair on either side of your face, and secure each end with a mini hair elastic (a sprinkle of V05's Give Me Texture Instant Oomph Powder, $8, won’t hurt either). Then, just cross each braid over the other and tuck the ends out of sight. Pin everything in place, and flaunt your princess-worthy hair just like Barefoot Blonde.
This easy hairstyle is perfect for medium-length curly hair. Split your hair into two sections, and curl each one into a mini bun. Pin them in place, and breeze out the door.
We've reported on the pineapple hairstyle before as a way to keep natural curls springy while you sleep, but it's also a chic (and quick) way to wear your hair up during the daytime. Click here for the full tutorial.
Created by our own resident hair expert, Jen Atkin, this low bun is the cool girl’s version of a classic chignon. Click for the full step-by-step tutorial (it’s ridiculously easy!).
The easiest way to step up your hair game when you're short on time? Add a hair accessory. We're partial to this matte black barrette, or a sleek gold one like the Modern Metal Bobby Hair Pin ($11) from Urban Outfitters.
Before you start, know this: This hairstyle works best on those with fine, thin strands. Split your hair into two sections and tie them in a knot—then, just knot them again. Pin it all in place with a hairpin, and spray with some hairspray to keep it from moving.
Which of these hairstyles will you try? Click here for even more hair inspiration.
This story was originally published on September 9, 2015 and has since been updated.
