This post was written in partnership with Waterl<ss. As always, thoughts and opinions expressed here are entirely my own and based on my own experiences.
Whether you’re trying to save your hair from heat or you’re traveling and don’t have access to heat, there are so many ‘no-heat hairstyles’ out there. From braids to buns, there are so many styles to play with. I rounded up some of my go-to no-heat styles to provide you with a little inspo!
The trick to no-heat styles—they usually work best when your hair is a little “dirtier!”
This means these are not just-washed looks, rather your hair is a bit more lived in. These styles tend to hold better when you’ve got some dry shampoo going on. This is especially helpful when you’re also limited on showering capabilities.
I’ve actually found it’s better for my hair to not actually wash it for almost a week at a time—instead, I prefer to use Waterl<ss dry shampoo and conditioner to soak up the oils, keep it smelling fresh with a fragrance mist, and then it’s easier to style in more fun + funky ways!
Some Up + Some Down
Half up, half down styles are one of the easiest ways to look polished while taking very minimal effort. This lazy-day look (read: super simple!) can include top buns, braids, and ponytails.
Once you’ve decided which look you want to go for, you can finish it off with accessories like bows, scarfs, and hair clips!
Braids
Braids, braids, all kinds of braids! While some braids are simpler than others (I’m looking to you, standard three-strand braid), learning how to do fishtail braids, Dutch braids, and all sorts of other styles allows for many more options when you’re trying (or have) to avoid heat.
Dry shampoo is one of the best inventions for braids.
Braids tend to hold a bit better when they’re a bit dirtier and have some texture spray in them—this also helps if you want a sort of lived-in, messy look. When you’ve got some “hold” in your hair, it’s easier to tease and muss it up for an effortless, beachy finish.
