Got five minutes to do your ‘do in the morning? We’ve got you covered! We already listed 15 of our favorite hair hacks for medium-to-long hair lengths, but now we’re turning our attention to the shorties. If your hair barely brushes your shoulders or is chopped high and tight, you need to check out these 12 short hair hacks. ‘Cause these no fuss hairstyles are seriously slick!
1. French Braid Updo: Show off your French braiding skills with this romantic updo. It’s kind of a low-bun meets milkmaid braid that would be perfect for a first date. (via The Beauty Department)
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2. Fishtail Braid: Small sections of hair criss cross to make a lovely side fishtail braid. Don’t miss out on part two where you learn how to pin it back like a pro! (via Howcast)
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3. Textured Pixie: Get your hair twirl on for this terrifically tousled style. Simply twist small sections of gelled hair around your finger as you blow dry. (via TRESemme)
4. Pixie Perfection: Channel your inner pop star with this striking style. Comb your hair back one way then switch it up right before you cross the finish line to make this ‘do sleek and edgy. (via The Beauty Department)
5. Messy Bun with Volume: A quick tease of the hair at the top of your head will give this updo just the boost it needs. Then tie a tiny bun on top for a cute and casual look. (via The Everygirl)
6. Faux Updo: If your hair is too short to pull all the way up and back, then fake it till you make it! A patterned scarf is your partner in crime for this 60s-inspired tutorial. (via Keiko Lynn)
7. Office Look: This is the way to give super short hair some serious height. The key product for this style is mousse – you’ll use a lot of it – then finish by blow drying upward with a roll brush. (via TRESemme)
8. Sew Your Hair: We can’t wait to try this whimsical hair style that calls for a needle and thread! Your hair will hold the thread in place after a decent amount of backcombing. That’s sew cool! (via She Lets Her Hair Down)
9. Topsy Tail-Inspired Twisted Updo: Tospy tail upon topsy tail makes a lovely waterfall effect on this updo fit for special occasions. To finish, simply tuck in your lowest pony. (via The Beauty Thesis)
10. A New Age Twist: This modern pompadour is to die for! Blow dry your shoulder-length hair flipped over to maximize height, then backcomb and secure with bobby pins. It’s so retro chic. (via Refinery29).
11. Headband Curls: What’s a fun way to get curls without much fuss? Tuck and twist! It definitely takes less than five minutes to prep for this hairstyle, but you’ll need to let it set for a few hours to get the wavy final look. (via One Little Mama)
12. Five Minute Hairstyle: We’ll end this roundup with a truly simple hairstyle whose name says it all! Dramatic side parts are all the rage, but soften it up with a simple twist along the hairline. (via TRESemme)
Bonus: How to Style Long Hair Short: We thought we’d show some love to our long haired ladies with this trickster style. You’ll have to bust out your curling iron to camouflage your long locks, but isn’t that so much easier than cutting off all of your hair? (via A Beautiful Mess)
What quick and easy ways do you style short hair? Tell us in the comments below.
It can be intimidating to step out on your own and build a business from the ground up. As part of our collaboration with Office Depot, we're talking with Selfmade alum and solopreneur Colette Lawrence, the faith-based motivator and relationship builder behind The M.E.E. Movement, about ways in which women in business can find success.
B + C: How did you know M.E.E. Movement was your business to start?
The M.E.E Movement represents motivation, empowerment, and encouragement for women. It is what represents me. I did not know at first that it was my business to start, but then the thought of monetizing what I loved came to me. It scared me, however. I registered the business in July 2020 and have been slowly building my wings since.
B + C: What's one strategy that's helped you start your business?
Thinking through and researching what the requirements are to start my business, and then asking questions of people who are in the business. Not all advice worked; however, it helped me to figure out what I needed to do and not to do.
B + C: Did you always know life coaching would be your entrepreneurial path?
(Smiles) No, I did not. I 'stumbled" on it. I knew that people were always coming to me for advice and I found that I loved having conversations with them, especially with women, young and old.
B + C: What was your most valuable takeaway from Selfmade?
My most valuable takeaway was the first day of training: Get out of your own way. There were a lot of great moments and important takeaways from every presenter. However, getting out of my own way, pushing past doubts, was for me my most valuable takeaway. Doing something that I had never done before took courage. If I do not focus on what is happening with me mentally then I cannot deliver to my clients successfully.
B + C: What's one piece of advice you would give to female entrepreneurs on the brink of starting?
Get out of your head. You have something to offer. You have what you need to succeed so go ahead and do it.
B + C: How do you stay motivated?
I stay motivated by listening to music and listening to motivational speakers, and sometimes someone will just reach out and talk about the impact that I made in their life. That adds the extra juice or sauce I need to pummel through the day.
B + C: What's your best organizational tip?
Keep a diary and journal. It's the best way for me to keep organized and it also provides a source motivation as I record not only my "losses" but my wins as well.
B + C: Who inspires you in the entrepreneurial space?
Shirley Toliver – She motivates and empowers and makes me always want to show up.
B + C: What has receiving the Office Depot scholarship to Selfmade done to help you start or grow your business?
The scholarship was a blessing in that all the areas that were covered offered valuable information that I needed, from social media to HR. As a new business owner, I needed to know this to increase my own personal awareness in what it takes to run a successful business. The candidness of the presenters made it easy to see myself in their shoes and helped me to realize that I can also get there.
Thanks Colette! You can follow The M.E.E. Movement on Facebook, YouTube, Instagram, and LinkedIn.
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