Easy hairstyles & hacks for on-the-go styling

In need of some new easy hairstyle ideas? Check out these quick and easy hairstyles to elevate your hair game.

Quick & easy hairstyles

All you need to get started are three trusty allies: A hairbrush, bobby pins and a couple of hair ties.

Messy bun

1. Gather your hair into a high ponytail and secure it with an elastic band
2. Twist the ponytail into a bun shape and secure it with bobby pins
3. Pull out a few strands to create a relaxed, tousled look
4. Use hairspray to keep the style in place

Sleek bun

1. Brush your hair back and gather it into a high ponytail
2. Smooth any flyaways with a small amount of hair gel or pomade
3. Twist the ponytail tightly into a bun shape and secure it with bobby pins
4. Finish with a hairspray for extra hold

Low Ponytail

1. Brush your hair back and gather it into a low ponytail at the nape of your neck
2. Secure the ponytail with an elastic band
3. Use a small amount of hairspray to smooth any flyaways
4. For a sleek look, wrap a small section of hair around the elastic band and secure it with a bobby pin

Half-up, Half-down

1. Gather the top section of your hair (from your temples to the crown of your head) and secure it with an elastic band
2. Tease the hair at the crown of your head to create volume
3. Use hairspray to smooth any flyaways
4. For a more polished look, wrap a small section of hair around the elastic band and secure it with a bobby pin

Top Knot

1. Brush your hair up into a high ponytail at the crown of your head
2. Twist the ponytail around the base until it starts to coil around itself
3. Continue twisting until the entire ponytail is wrapped into a bun shape
4. Use bobby pins to secure the bun in place
5. Pull out a few strands around your face to frame it

Braided Crown

1. Part your hair down the middle and separate it into two sections
2. French braid each section, starting from the crown of your head and working down to your ears
3. Secure the braids with elastic bands
4. Tuck the ends of the braids under each other and secure them with bobby pins
5. Use hairspray to keep the style in place

Fishtail braid

1. Divide your hair into two equal sections
2. Take a small piece of hair from the outside of the left section and cross it over to the right section
3. Take a small piece of hair from the outside of the right section and cross it over to the left section
4. Repeat steps 2 and 3, alternating sides and pulling the braid tight as you go
5. Continue braiding until you reach the end of your hair
6. Secure the braid with a hair tie

Hair hacks to speed up your styling

Whether you're always on the move or just want a streamlined hair care routine, these tips and hacks are here to make your life a whole lot easier:

Try styling your hair the night before

Styling your hair the night before allows you to wake up with already-styled hair and removes the need to spend time blow-drying or straightening in the morning. You can set your hair in braids, twists, or a bun and use a little product to keep your style in place, undoing it in the morning for heatless waves or curls. This hack works especially well for those with long or thick hair that takes a lot of time to style.

Dry shampoo to refresh hair and add volume

Dry shampoo is a game-changing product for refreshing your hair without having to wash it. It absorbs oil and sweat from the scalp, giving your hair a cleaner appearance and more volume. This hack is perfect for on-the-go styling or when you don't have time for a full wash and blowout.

Leave-in conditioner to detangle & add moisture

Another live-saver product, leave-in conditioner detangles hair and adds moisture — saving time because you don't have to rinse it out like a traditional conditioner. It can be used on damp or dry hair to make it easier to style, and is especially helpful for those with dry, curly or tangled hair.

Separate your hair into sections to speed up blow-drying

To speed up brow drying, try separating your hair into smaller, manageable sections. It allows you to focus on one area at a time, ensuring that each section is fully dried and styled before moving on to the next. This technique helps you avoid missing spots and reduces overall drying time.

Hair styling cream to add texture & hold without stiffness

Hair styling creams add texture and hold to hair without leaving it stiff or crunchy. They can be used on wet or dry hair and help tame flyaways, add definition to curls or create gorgeous heatless waves. This saves you time by reducing the need for multiple styling products, and allows for easy touch-ups throughout the day.

Simple, easy hairstyling