10 Easy & Girly Hairstyles You Can Try This Weekend

Today I want to show you a few hairstyles I like to do. I mostly do these for work and they are sosimple. Also, I like working with clean hair; I used Garnier Ultimate Blends- The Shine Revitaliser Shampoo and Conditioner. They leave my hair feeling ridiculously clean and just so shiny. Check them out here. Let's start!

1. The Double Ponytail

 

Step 1: Divide your hair as if you were doing a half-up look but you will want more hair in the top section. This will allow you to create more volume later on.

Step 2: The bottom section needs to be pulled into a ponytail too.

Step 3: Make sure both ponytails are even and that any bumps are smoothed out.

Step 4: You will now want to fluff the top ponytail to cover up the bottom one. I like curling my hair so this is even less obvious. And there you have it! A super long ponytail that will fool everyone!

2. The Knotted Braid

Step 1: Pull all of your hair to one side and divide it into two parts.

Step 2: Tie both pieces in a knot. 

Step 3: Continue knotting to form your knotted braid and use an elastic to secure this in place. 3 easy steps and done!

3. The Fishtail Braided Doughnut Bun

Step 1: Make a high ponytail and pull it through a hair doughnut.

Step 2: Secure the doughnut in place and make sure it is covered by your hair.

Step 3: With the remaining hair, pull it to one side and start a fishtail braid.

Step 4: Once done, secure with an elastic, and wrap it around your doughnut bun. Secure in place with bobby pins. I added a cute headband for a more glamorous finish. 

4. The Side Braided Bun

Step 1: Pull hair all to one side. Separate the hair into three pieces. Braid the pieces very loosely and secure the end.

Step 2: Roll your braid until you have formed a bun. This can be tricky. Take your time. 

Step 3: Insert large bobby pins and add a little hair spray to secure the bun in place. So elegant and perfect for date night!

5. The Pull-Through "Braid"

Step 1: Pull hair into a side ponytail. Secure with a hair band.

Step 2: Separate the ponytail into 2 sections. On one of the sections, leave about 3 inches and add an elastic. 

Step 3: Make a hole in the middle of this section, and pull through the other section.

Step 4: Once again move down 3 inches and place another elastic band. Repeat until you have done the remaining hair.

Step 5: To finish, fluff your entire braid to give it a fuller and prettier look. I like using this one on a casual day out!

6. The Double Braided Bun

Step 1: Divide hair into 2 sections and braid each of them. Secure each individual section with an elastic band.

Step 2: Pull both braids to the back and tie them in a knot. Keep doing so until you run out of hair. 

Step 3: Remove the hair elastics from each braid end and tie the ends of the knot together. 

Step 4: Twist the knots into a bun and use bobby pins to secure in place. You can add a cute little flower to cover up any bobby pins! 

7. The Bow Bun

I must confess, this is the hardest for me. But hopefully with the below instructions yours will come out much better than mine.

Step 1: Gather all of your hair on the top of your head and make a very high ponytail. 

Step 2: On the last pull through the elastic, do not pull your hair all the way through. 

Step 3: Create a loop, leaving the ends of your hair pointing toward your forehead.

Step 4: Divide your loop into two halves and take the ends of your hair and fold it back through the space in your halves. This is the centre part of your bow. Secure it in place.

Step 5: Fluff up your bow by spreading out the loops.

8. The Twist Updo

Step 1: Choose a soft elastic headband or a scarf that goes around your entire head.

Step 2: Working in sections, wrap your hair around the headband and if necessary, use bobby pins to pin the ends in place as you go. 

Step 3: Continue until all of your hair has been wrapped around the headband and voila! Super cute for spring, but I use this almost every day for another reason...continue reading!

9. Heatless Overnight Curls

Following from the above:

Step 1: Go to sleep with your hair wrapped around the headband.

Step 2: In the morning, unpin each section of your hair until hair is completely loose. It may be knotted in some parts, so gently run your finger through your new curls and shake them for more volume. 

Step 3: Spray lightly with hairspray for curls that will last you all day. I swear by this one! A lot more "hair-friendly" than using heat everyday and I can literally do my hair in my sleep! Love! <3

10. The Turban Look

Step 1: Place your scarf against the back of your head.

Step 2: Bring the ends to the front and tie a knot in the middle of your forehead.

Step 3: Twist the ends once or twice, and bring the ends to the back of your head, where you should tie them up.

Step 4: Hide the ends of the scarf on the back and adjust the sides for a thicker turban. This was a big hit when I wore it for the first time. It is very different, and a little bit out there but perfect for a dirty hair day!

I hope you guys like these looks and that you try a few. Thanks for reading beauties!

xoxo

Curling My Hair With BaByliss Curl Secret Hair Curler (aka MiraCurl®)

Today I want to talk about the famous and much loved Curl Secret Hair Curler from BaByliss. I was in Brazil when I first laid eyes on this baby and it was love at first sight! But the price was just absurd there that I had my cousin do my entire hair before we left the shop, empty handed #Scalfistyle. Finally got my hands on it here in the UK a few weeks back (after being sold out literally everywhere!) and now I wanna tell you all about it. In short: was it expensive? Yep! Do I have any regrets? None, and here is why.

I have used this a few times now and I can say that it does exactly what it says on the box. It "effortlessly creates beautiful, free-flowing curls with long-lasting effect". It works by automatically drawing the hair into the ceramic curl chamber, where it is held for a period of time gently heating the hair to form your curls. Once done, it beeps and all you have to do is release the styler for the perfect curl. Easy Peezy! If I can do it, so can you!

Steps:

1. Make sure hair is completely dry and thoroughly brushed. The curler fails to work if hair is not tangle-free. Be warned: it will get stuck and possibly even burn your hair-not good!

2. Place a section of hair no longer than 3 cm wide in the “V” section. Make sure that the “open” side is always positioned facing your head (this is clearly marked on the curler). 

3. Close the handles and the hair will be automatically drawn into the chamber.

4. The curler will start beeping at regular intervals depending on the time settings you have chosen (8, 10, or 12 seconds). You will need to keep the handles closed until the machine signals four beeps in quick succession. This is to let you know that your curl is done. If you let the handles open the curler will stop working and you will need to begin again.

For more instructions, you can check the official video by BaByliss here.

I chose the lowest temperature, 190°C and 12 seconds for tighter curls which last me all night and Auto direction for a more natural finish.

A few of its features:

✿ Ceramic curl chamber which minimizes hair damage

✿ 3 timer settings with audio beep indicator

✿ 3 heat settings; 190°C, 210°C and 230°C

✿ Ready to use in 30 seconds

✿ Curl direction control. Choose uniform or natural finish.

✿ Heat ready indicator

✿ Auto shut off

Remember: It is VERY important to follow the manufacturer's instructions. I did (and still do) get my hair stuck a few times but that's because I am either working with too much hair or the hair is not brushed properly, a big no-no...silly me.

As you can see I have very long hair (and lots of it), and yet it works like a charm. It is perfect, easy to use and gets my hair done in literally 10 minutes. Totally worth every penny!

For a more natural finish, I run my fingers through my hair, whip it back and forth a few times, add a little hairspray....

It is by far the best beauty "investment" I have made in a while. Even my mother enjoys using it. It is THAT simple! If you want gorgeous curls and the latest gadget in the market, this is definitely the right curler for you! You can get it here (On Sale!!!). I love it, and if you are willing to pay the price I think you will too! Give it a try and let me know what you think!

Thanks for reading once again!

xoxo