Since spring break is in two weeks for me and summer is just around the corner for others I thought I would share some beach/pool hairstyles to protect your part. One summer I decide to wear my hair down part exposed and all without sunscreen because I did not want to spray it and risk looking like I had white hairs sprouting. BIG MISTAKE! Not only was my head red like a tomato, but I also had to deal with the peeling, which comes with every burn, that looked like I had horrible dandruff. SOOOO EMBARRASSING!! So here are the following hairstyles that I rock to protect my part:
1. The Ponytail with a Poof- It's a classic. Not only does it protect your part, but it also adds some volume to your hair preventing you from looking like a drowned rat and elongating your face. (Can also be modified by adding a headband without a poof or a side ponytail)
2. The Bun- messy or not is your choice and may be decided based on your level of expertise as well as limited materials.
3. Braids for days- I like braids, because they pull less on your scalp when wet, which is good for people with thick hair, like me, and hair growth/health in general.
4. The Floppy Hat- I am in love with my floppy beach hat! If you do not want to do these above hairstyles, then this is a great alternative. Not only does it protect your part, but it also protects your face in case it got to much sun the day before. When I go to the beach our typical day exists of going out on the beach all day and then getting dressed up for dinner. I like to curl my hair because it is easier with my naturally wavy hair. Then, when I wake up the next day to go to the beach I just dump my head upside down, hair spray it, and flip back over placing my hat on top. (Hats can be worn with straight hair as well, but I think a little movement in the hair looks better with the floppy hat specifically)
1. The Ponytail with a Poof- It's a classic. Not only does it protect your part, but it also adds some volume to your hair preventing you from looking like a drowned rat and elongating your face. (Can also be modified by adding a headband without a poof or a side ponytail)
2. The Bun- messy or not is your choice and may be decided based on your level of expertise as well as limited materials.
3. Braids for days- I like braids, because they pull less on your scalp when wet, which is good for people with thick hair, like me, and hair growth/health in general.
4. The Floppy Hat- I am in love with my floppy beach hat! If you do not want to do these above hairstyles, then this is a great alternative. Not only does it protect your part, but it also protects your face in case it got to much sun the day before. When I go to the beach our typical day exists of going out on the beach all day and then getting dressed up for dinner. I like to curl my hair because it is easier with my naturally wavy hair. Then, when I wake up the next day to go to the beach I just dump my head upside down, hair spray it, and flip back over placing my hat on top. (Hats can be worn with straight hair as well, but I think a little movement in the hair looks better with the floppy hat specifically)