In a perfect world, we would all be rocking hair so fresh and so clean that Outkast would write a remix. But between running errands, meeting deadlines, picking up the little ones — oh, and remembering to even breathe — washing our hair can easily fall by the wayside. We're lucky we even stepped in the shower at the end of the day, to be honest. In short: Ain't nobody got time to be blowing out her hair every day.
Actually, it may even be healthier for our hair if we don't take the shampoo off the shower caddy every day. Washing our locks frequently can strip the natural oils from our hair, and make color fade faster too. It's also a good idea to give our hair a break from the blow-driers or heat-styling that come with freshly washed hair as well. And listen up, my curly-haired peeps: Washing curly locks too much can cause more harm than good, like how washing a fine sweater too much will damage it.
Now that we're all on the no-wash ship, maybe we've grown tired of throwing our hair up in a basic ponytail or messy bun. Maybe we want to shake it up with some creative hairstyles that don't make it obvious that we haven't touched shampoo in who knows how long. Read on to see 30 hairstyles that make unwashed hair look totally glamourous. Oh, and as a bonus: They're way, way easier than washing, drying, and styling our locks.
1. 2-Minute Hair Tuck
This easy hairstyle just needs two minutes and an adorable headband. Like the name suggests, the look requires rolling and tucking the hair into the back of the headband, creating a low bun.
2. Fishtail Braid
Long-haired babes can weave their hair into this mermaid-inspired fishtail braid. Do one braid down the back, or put it to the side, or split the hair into two fishtail braids. Either way, we think Ariel would approve.
3. Twisted Crown Braid
For a more ethereal look, try out this half-up, half-down braided hairstyle.
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4. Top Knot Half-Down
The half-up, half-down top knot hairstyle took over Instagram this year, and for good reason too. It's so easy, and has that effortless, I-woke-up-like-this-no-really vibe. And the best part is that people with all hair lengths can pull this off.
5. Criss-Cross Ponytail
Amp up the old ponytail with this criss-crossed version. It's so easy, we're wondering why we haven't been doing this our whole lives.
6. Space Buns
No, these aren't hamburgers floating around in space. This super cute hairstyle works with any hair texture and really lives up to the saying, "Two is better than one."
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7. Flat Twisted Bun
This pretty bun is the perfect protective style for women with natural hair.
8. Milkmaid Braid
This hairstyle is great for those hot days when the last thing anyone wants is their hair sticking to their neck or matting down.
9. 5-Minute Braided Bun
This low bun only requires a few minutes and some flat twists.
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10. Wavy Ponytail With a Hair Bow
Those with long hair will love this side ponytail, which is made extra romantic with a hair bow.
11. Waterfall Braid
This waterfall braid makes it easy for women with short hair to rock unwashed roots.
12. Flat Twist Bantu Knot Crown Hair
We love how the bantu knots frame the face, while the rest of the hair still rocks volume in the back.
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13. Baby Ponytail
Think short hair can't be pulled back into a ponytail? Think again. This low ponytail is made possible thanks to twisting the front of the hair.
14. Easy Knotted Ponytail
Tired of ye old ponytail? Check out this knotted low ponytail. It only takes minutes to loop together.
15. Super Easy Braided Ponytail
Now we don't have to choose between braids or ponytails, thanks to this easy braided ponytail.
16. Twist-Around Side Braid
Got a lot of hair to get under control? Try this heatless twist-around side braid. It looks way more complicated than it is.
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17. Retro Side Ponytail
This poofed-up side ponytail is giving us serious 1950s vibes.
18. Pineapple Hairstyle
Channel the most tropical fruit of them all with this easy natural hairstyle.
19. Braided Space Buns
This half-up, half-down easy hairstyle is right out of Zenon: Girl of the 21st Century.
20. Mini Dino Braid
How adorable is this centered braid? It tucks away all of the greasy strands from the front of the face.
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21. Easy & Chic Low Chignon
Getting ready for date night has never been faster, thanks to this low chignon. It's perfect for medium-length haircuts.
22. Bubble Ponytail
Amp up any high ponytail by turning it into this pretty bubbled ponytail.
23. Reverse Braided Bun
A back French plait is the perfect twist on everyone's favorite childhood braid.
24. Rope Twist Braid
We love how easy it is to just twist all of the hair away from our face in this gorgeous braid.
25. Headband Braid
Give short hair new life with this headband braid, which sneakily tucks behind ears.
26. Easy Knotted Updo
Sweep all the hair into these knots to create an elaborate-looking updo. It's perfect for any glam night out (or in!).
27. Half-Up Rosette Combo
By braiding the hair at the top of the head, a pretty rosette is created. We ain't mad about it either.
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28. Slicked-Back Ponytail
This ponytail is so sleek and stylish, no one will know how messy our hair was when we first woke up.
29. Boho Braided Ponytail
This messy ponytail is perfect for anyone wanting to give off a boho vie, thanks to the small braids scattered throughout.
30. Ballet Bun
Ballerinas know what's up when it comes to wanting to tuck away all our hair, no matter how dirty it really is.
