I rarely use any heat-styling tools in the summer; the last thing I want to do when I’m sweaty and cranky is hold a hot, metal tool near my head.
My hatred of heat means I usually have my hair in a lot of updos for most of the summer – buns, French braids and twists – so I thought I’d share a few easy, heatless hairstyles to inspire your hair game (and help spread out those hair washing days)!
Browse some easy and fun hairstyles to rock this summer and spare your hair the heat damage.
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What Are The Benefits Of Simple, Heatless Hairstyles For Summer?
There are many benefits to sporting a heatless hairstyle. Here are some of the most convincing ones:
- Healthier hair: Heat styling can damage hair over time, leading to dryness, breakage and split ends. Heatless hairstyles help to avoid this damage and keep your hair looking its best.
- Stronger hair: Heat can weaken the hair shaft, making it more prone to breakage. Heatless hairstyles help to keep your hair strong and healthy.
- More time: Heat styling can be time-consuming. Heatless hairstyles can be done in advance or while you sleep, saving you time in the morning.
- Less frizz: Heat can cause frizz. Heatless hairstyles can help to tame frizz and give you smooth, polished hair.
- More volume: Heatless hairstyles can add volume to your hair, giving it a fuller, more luxurious look.
- Versatility: There are many different heatless hairstyles that you can try. You can find a heatless hairstyle that works for your hair type and personal style.
If you’re looking for a way to style your hair without damaging it, heatless hairstyles are a great option. With a little creativity, you can achieve a variety of looks that are both stylish and healthy for your hair.
1. The All Up Messy Bun
There are many variations on this all-up messy bun, but what they all have in common is that it’s pretty quick and easy for anyone to do. If you braid your hair the night before, you can get some heatless waves going on the ends. Add a texture spray first to make your hair look extra tousled and undone.
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2. The Bubble Braid or Bubble Ponytail
I used to do this hairstyle all the time when I was a kid, so it’s fun to see it making the rounds again! If you can work a hair elastic, you can easily get this ‘do. I’m currently loving the mohawk version below, which really takes this style to the next level.
This style can also be an elegant updo for a party or special occasion without the fuss. You can find an easy bubble braid tutorial here.
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3. The Pull-Through Braid
A slightly more difficult version of the bubble hairstyle above, the pull-through braid is sooo pretty, even if you don’t have super long hair. Remember to really pull apart all the pieces for a more voluminous effect!
Given it’s trickiness, I’ve included a link to a tutorial on this style here.
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4. The Chignon
This low updo looks complex from the outside, but is actually pretty easy when you see how to do it the simple way.
Tip: For easy heatless curls or waves, put slightly damp hair in a bun, braid or chignon overnight. You can also buy a heatless overnight curls set here.
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5. The Rope Braid
I do this hair style all the time for work – it’s fast and easy and you don’t need long hair for it either. If you click on the pin below you can see just how easy it is to do.
Tip: Before you start your summer updo, I recommend getting a good texture spray.
Texture sprays are great for adding volume and giving your hair a more piece-y look.
6. The Messy Half-Up Do
The messy half-up do is the easy summer hairstyle you need when you don’t want all your hair down but still want to look fab in a hurry.
7. Easy Fishtail Braid
Fishtail braids are a fun and stylish hairstyle idea for the summer. Click on the link in the pic below for a fishtail braid hack that makes this style super easy to do.
8. Twisted Half-Up Summer Hair
Another stunning and super easy half-up hairstyle for the summer, this one requires two hair elastics and about 5 minutes (see the link to the reel tutorial).
9. Easy Claw-Clip Twisted Summer Hairstyle
This updated take on the 90’s Rachel from Friends updo is a super quick style to get all your hair back.
10. Simple Half-Up Style with a Scarf
Add a feminine touch with this half-up summer hairstyle featuring a colorful scarf.
11. Braided Bun Hairstyle
This simple braided look wraps into a bun for a day to evening summer hairstyle.
12. Banana Clip Updo Hairstyle
Banana clips are a throw-back from the 80’s that are making a comeback (I had tons of these!). This banana-shaped clip makes pulling your hair back super fast! You can see how to use a banana clip here.
13. Braided Headband Hairstyle
Skip the headband and create one with braids for a bohemian summer hairstyle.
14. Low Twisted Chignon Hairstyle
Create an easy heatless chignon with this twisted, pull-through tutorial linked below.
You can shop texture sprays below (my favorite is the Texture Tease from Garnier)!
What’s are your favourite easy heatless hairstyles for summer?
And don’t forget to follow my “Hairstyles & Haircuts” board on Pinterest for more inspo!
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