HIGHLIGHTS

As with any season, summer ushers in new styles of clothing, new music, new mega-blockbuster hits and of course, new hair. So this summer, I’m trying out something new: I’m going curly. I know, I know: I’ve talked about it for a while and deliberated whether straight hair or curly hair was the better look for me. However, with all the humidity and moisture that my Midwest summer has hosted thus far, I’ve come to the conclusion that it’s just not prudent to fight nature anymore. I’m giving in to my natural waves and adding a little extra splash to make sure I have cute curls all summer long.

To get an EXTRA amount of body and boost to my curls, I’ve been engaging in a three-step process. First, after my hair is damp, I run a teeny amount of styling mousse through it and tousle my hair. Then, using a diffuser attached to my blow dryer, I make sure my hair is dry for the most part. Then, I use scrunching gel to scrunch my hair and give it bouncy curls. Top that off with a bit of hairspray to keep the shape in place, and I’m out the door! Then entire process takes around 5 minutes, and honestly, I’ve never been happy with a style. It’s low-maintenence, yet it looks like it took a while to style. Curls also ensure that I’m not frantically worrying about how my hair looks after being exposed to moisture in the air. I can go on enjoying a night out with the girls or running errands around town without a care in the world!

So change up your routine this summer: instead of fighting against what nature gave you, play into your natural style and use it to your advantage. You’ll save a ton of time and stress, and I guarantee no matter what your hair type is, you’ll find a hip and fun style that accompanies it! Give yourself a little break this season and let your hair enjoy a relaxing summer as much as you do!