{"id":1243748,"date":"2025-12-26T01:12:58","date_gmt":"2025-12-25T22:12:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/?p=1243748"},"modified":"2025-12-26T01:12:58","modified_gmt":"2025-12-25T22:12:58","slug":"22-hairstyles-that-look-way-better-on-second-day-hair","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/?p=1243748","title":{"rendered":"22 Hairstyles That Look Way Better on Second-Day Hair"},"content":{"rendered":"
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22 Hairstyles That Look Way Better on Second-Day Hair<\/h1>\n

Dirty hair, don\u2019t care.<\/p>\n

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    \nFaith Xue has worked in digital beauty for 10 years and is currently Bustle Digital Group’s executive beauty director. She was Byrdie’s editorial director for seven years.\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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    Published on September 24, 2025 07:15AM<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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    \"Laufey\"Laufey<\/div>\n<\/div>
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    Some days, we wake up with the boundless energy and productivity levels of a thousand Energizer bunnies. Most days, however, are… not like this. No, most days, we form a close bond with our alarm\u2019s snooze button, and forgoing our morning shower seems a small price to pay for a precious few more moments swapping beauty secrets with Connie Baby (in our dreams, obvi).\n<\/p>\n

    On mornings like this, you have two choices: leave your second-day hair down in its dirty, raggedy glory, or take advantage of its textured state and try a cool new \u2018do. We recommend the latter.\n<\/p>\n

    Need ideas? We\u2019ve got 22, alongside some pro tips and tricks from hairstylists Bradley Leake and Joanna Zee. Keep scrolling for easy hairstyles that make second-day hair look amazing.\n<\/p>\n

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    Meet the Experts<\/p>\n

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    • Bradley Leake is a celebrity hairstylist based in Los Angeles.<\/li>\n
    • Joanna Zee is a stylist with more than 20 years of experience in the hair industry.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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      01<\/span>of 22<\/span><\/div>\n
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      Beach Waves <\/span><\/h2>\n
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      Day-two hair can get a bad rep given its propensity for excess grease, limpness, and frizz, but Zee tells us not to worry: “Most people can pull off day-two hairstyles regardless of texture or thickness.\u00a0[Compared to day-three or -four hair], it’s the easy messier hair day. I like to use a little dry shampoo like IGK First Class Charcoal Detox Dry Shampoo and a waving wand and tousle my hair.”\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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      02<\/span>of 22<\/span><\/div>\n
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      Barrel Waves <\/span><\/h2>\n
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      Or<\/em> see how a little second-day grit can help your texture hold and try out a three-barrel iron. There’s no wrong way to wave!\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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      03<\/span>of 22<\/span><\/div>\n
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      Slick Bun <\/span><\/h2>\n
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      If you haven’t perfected the slicked-back bun yet… what are you waiting for?! This side-parted style is particularly cute.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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      Half Bun <\/span><\/h2>\n
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      The ultimate lazy hairstyle, this half bun is perfect on any hair length. Spray some dry shampoo on your roots and rub it in with your fingers. Then, loop the top third of your hair into a mini bun and you’re done. It’s simple and so much more interesting than your go-to bedhead waves.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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      Twisted Bun <\/span><\/h2>\n
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      A twisted bun is universally flattering, especially on day-two hair and beyond. Leake explains why: “Working with the hair\u2019s natural oils allows more control and generally, there are fewer flyaways.” Although he dishes that this style works best with medium to thick manes, those with fine strands can add some extensions to feign fullness.\n<\/p>\n

      To get the look, you’ll want to create a ponytail at the crown of the head and then split it into two sections. Use Color Wow One Minute Transformation to eliminate any frizz and control texture before twisting and wrapping one section of hair to the right. Twist and wrap the second section of hair to the left, and pin. (FYI: This creates texture and makes your bun look fancy without very much effort.)\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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      06<\/span>of 22<\/span><\/div>\n
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      Textured Ponytail <\/span><\/h2>\n
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      Stylist to the stars Jenny Cho coiffed this style, which is all about texture. Apply some sea salt spray to hair before tying it back into a high ponytail, slightly teasing at the crown. If you’ve got bangs, spritz them with dry shampoo before swiping to the side and dazzling with a rhinestone pin.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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      07<\/span>of 22<\/span><\/div>\n
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      Twisted Messy Fishtail <\/span><\/h2>\n
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      Some fishtails are perfectly braided\u2014this one isn\u2019t. After all, it’s all about intentional imperfection these days. Gather your hair into a low ponytail, leaving out two face-framing tendrils. Braid your low pony into a messy fishtail, then wrap the two strands left around the hair elastic. Congratulations, it-girl status achieved.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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      Low Ponytail <\/span><\/h2>\n
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      Second-day hair doesn’t always have to be mussy. Granted, we love ourselves a good banana bun, but there are plenty more options to choose from. Take this chic low-slung style, for instance. Do like celeb stylist Vernon Francois and part hair to the side, pull it back into a low pony, and then tease the crown slightly for instant volume. A metallic hair cuff will add a touch of refinement.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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      09<\/span>of 22<\/span><\/div>\n
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      Topknot <\/span><\/h2>\n
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      Everyone from New York to L.A. has rocked the topknot. It’s not hard to see why: the stylish hair trend looks great on everyone. Did we mention that it takes a mere 30 seconds to style?\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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      10<\/span>of 22<\/span><\/div>\n
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      Braids and Waves <\/span><\/h2>\n
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      Tonight on Love Island.<\/em>..day-two hair goes boho chic with romantic waves and decorative braids. “This hairstyle is great for those with naturally straight hair. I recommend this look for day two because if you can skip the blow-dry, you will save yourself time, and the less heat styling, the better,” comments Leake.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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      Bubble Braid <\/span><\/h2>\n
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      This bubble braid is ideal for second- (or third-)\u00a0day hair. Just spray texture spray or dry shampoo from the middle of your hair shaft to the roots, then secure clear elastics along your low ponytail, pulling each section apart to create a \u201cbubble\u201d effect.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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      12<\/span>of 22<\/span><\/div>\n
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      Curly Updo With Headband <\/span><\/h2>\n
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      If you haven’t invested in a silk bonnet yet, what are you waiting for? Waking up to a hot mess of curls is not the “I woke up like this” vibe that you want to give off. Still, don’t distress. Just throw hair up into a messy bun and leave out a few hanging face-framing tendrils. Finish with a headband to mask that dirty mane and add some pizzazz while at it.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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      Slicked-Back Ponytail <\/span><\/h2>\n
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      Cara Delevingne’s hair is utter perfection\u2014even in between washes. And while she has a penchant for shocking hair transformations (shaved head painted in silver, anyone?), here, she goes for the slicked-back ponytail that is taking Hollywood by storm. Just slick back with Bumble and Bumble Sumogel, tie, and go.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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      Classic Chignon <\/span><\/h2>\n
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      A chignon is a classic style that is incredibly versatile. While we are blown away by Jennifer Hudson’s chic rendition, you can also opt for an undone bun if that’s more your speed. Just use the tail of a comb or your fingers to loosen up hair at the crown and in your chignon. Finish with a scrunchie for good measure.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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      Hair Scarf <\/span><\/h2>\n
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      Hair scarves are not only ace at protecting strands overnight but they also make for a killer second-day hair accessory. They work double-time by masking oily tresses and looking cute while at it. Consider them a mainstay in our hairstyle playbook.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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      Braids <\/span><\/h2>\n
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      Braids are cool, versatile, and, according to Zee, a style that transitions well from day-two to -three hair. “Simply dry shampoo to help get rid of excess oil and braid however you like,” she says. “Sleep with your braid in, the next day take it out, add a little texture paste or cream (I like L’anza Sculpting Paste), and boom: beautiful waves.”\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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      Pompadour <\/span><\/h2>\n
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      If you’ve got a short mane you know that (depending on your hair type), this can sometimes exacerbate day-two hair. This might manifest in the form of an unwanted hair flip or excess oil, but fortunately, that’s nothing that a pompadour can’t fix. Work in a product like SexyHair Style Control Maniac Styling Wax to slick back sides and lift limp tresses.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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      Sleek, Low Ponytail <\/span><\/h2>\n
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      When in doubt, keep it simple. “You can never go wrong with a sleek, low ponytail,” says Leake. “Try adding a part to make your ponytail feel more fashionable and less like you are coming from a workout,” he adds. It’s the sleek, foolproof style we’re seeing all over Instagram.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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      Pineapple <\/span><\/h2>\n
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      If you’ve got coily or curly locks, one of the best and easiest ways to style your hair is using the “pineapple” technique. Simply gather your hair into a high ponytail and let your tendrils do the rest.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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      Center-Parted Messy Bun <\/span><\/h2>\n
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      If a quick and easy second-day hairstyle is what you’re after, look no further than the messy bun. “Just put your hair up in a loose ponytail and wrap your hair around the hair tie. Pull out a few pieces in front, and voil\u00e0!”, instructs Zee: instant model-off-duty hair.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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      Wet Look <\/span><\/h2>\n
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      Updos are the bread and butter of second-day hair, but Tessa Thompson makes a strong case for letting your hair down. She owns the wet, slicked-back hair look, and as for those shaped baby hairs? They are nothing less than gorgeous.\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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      Half-Up, Half-Down <\/span><\/h2>\n
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      A half-up, half-down style is the best of both worlds. Get Gemma Chan’s look by first prepping hair with dry shampoo and then dividing it into two sections (top and bottom). Loosely gather the top section into a messy bun and pull out a few face-framing strands. Curl hair with a wand and douse with budget-friendly, yet effective, Tresemm\u00e9 Premium Styling Dry Texture Finishing Spray.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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