Why does it happen?
“A bad hair day can be the result of little things, like not rinsing your hair enough when you’re in the shower or using too much conditioner,” says stylist Howard Barr of John Frieda and owner of the Howard Barr Studio in Toronto. Environmental conditions like rain or humidity also affect hair from day to day. And hair quality can be a barometer of health – fatigue and stress may be taking their toll on how your hair is behaving.
Jami Symons, AG Hair Cosmetics artistic director and owner of the Jami Symons Salon in Calgary, adds: “There are so many factors as to why we have bad hair days. But a good hairstylist will educate clients on how to care for their hair type and their style at home.” Our on-set stylist Tony Masciangelo says: “Have your hairdresser diagnose your hair type and be sure to use the best possible products.” Bottom line: Don’t be shy. Ask your stylist for advice.
Win the Battle
Easy fixes for hair gone wrong
Try a different part. Simply moving your part can give you a new look and change the way your hair falls.
Go with a ponytail or bun. Pull your hair back into a style that looks like you planned it, and add a little styling cream to control flyaways.
Wear a hair band or pretty hair clips. Accessories are an easy way to take control of misbehaving hair. Change your look with swept-back bangs or accentuate your part with a clip.
Use hairspray or dry shampoo. Add texture and volume with these hair savers.
Hit the shower. If all else fails, start again. Styling products can build up and make hair look dull and feel limp.
Preventative Measures
Get a haircut or refresh your colour.
A good cut will work wonders on how your hair looks and feels. The general rule is 4-6 weeks for short hair and 6-8 weeks for longer styles. Updating colour adds volume (if you go lighter) or shine (if you go darker). Either way, fresh colour evens out the texture – and even- textured hair behaves better.
