Most days, however, are not like this.
Leto(in our dreams, obvi).
(We recommend the latter).
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Bonus: pro tips and tricks from hairstylists Bradley Leake and Joanna Zee.
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Keep scrolling for easy hairstyles that make second-day hair look amazing.
Looped Half Bun
The ultimate lazy hairstyle, this looped half-bun isperfect on mid-length hair.
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Spray somedry shampooon your roots and rub it in with your fingers.
Then, loop the top third of your hair into a mini bun and you’re done.
It’s simple and so much more interesting than your go-to bedhead waves.
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Apply somesea salt sprayto hair before tying it back into a high ponytail, slightly teasing at the crown.
[Compared to day-three or -four hair], it’s the easy messier hair day.
Twisted Messy Fishtail
Some fishtails are perfectly braidedthis one isnt.
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After all, it’s all about intentional imperfection these days.
Gather your hair into a low ponytail, leaving out two face-framing tendrils.
Braid your low pony into a messyfishtail, then wrap the two strands left around the hair elastic.
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Congratulations, it-girl status achieved.
Low Ponytail
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Second-day hair doesn’t always have to be mussy.
Granted, we love ourselves a goodbanana bun, but there are plenty more options to choose from.
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Take this chic low-slung style, for instance.
A metallic hair cuff will add a touch of refinement.
Sleek Topknot
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Everyone from New York to L.A. is rocking thetopknot.
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Jasmine Sanders here and the rest of us mere mortals).
And did we mention that it takes a mere 30 seconds to style?
Still, don’t distress.
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Just throw hair up into a messy bun and leave out a few hanging face-framing tendrils.
Finish with aheadbandto mask that dirty mane and add some pizzazz while at it.
And while she has a penchant for shocking hair transformations (shaved head painted in silver, anyone?
Bradley Leake
), here, she goes for theslicked-back ponytailthat is taking Hollywood by storm.
Just slick back with Bumble and bumble Sumogel, tie, and go.
Classic Chignon
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Achignonis a classic style that is incredibly versatile.
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Finish with a scrunchie for good measure.
They work double-time by masking oily tresses and looking cute while at it.
Consider them a mainstay in our hairstyle playbook.
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Work in a product like SexyHair Style Control Maniac Styling Wax to slick back sides and lift limp tresses.
Sleek, Low Ponytail
When in doubt, keep it simple.
“you could never go wrong with a sleek, low ponytail,” says Leake.
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It’s thesleek, foolproof style we’re seeing all over Instagram.
Simply gather your hair into a high ponytail and let your tendrils do the rest.
“Just put your hair up in a loose ponytail and wrap your hair around the hair tie.
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Pull out a few pieces in front, and voila!
“, instructs Zee: instant model-off-duty hair.
She owns the wet,slicked-back hairlook, and as for thoseshaped baby hairs?
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They are nothing less than gorgeous.
Loosely gather the top section into a messy bun and pull out a few face-framing strands.
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