We've all been there: go to the hairdresser to cut your hair and leave wondering what happened to your beautiful hair. Dealing with a haircut that is too short is never pleasant, but with the right attitude you can make the most of the situation and even have fun with your new hairstyle. In the meantime, take care of your hair properly so that it grows back as quickly as possible.
Steps
Part 1 of 3: Getting used to the New Look
Step 1. Try not to panic
It can be shocking to see yourself with short hair if you are used to wearing it long. Whether something has gone wrong at the hairdresser or you don't like the cut you requested, it's hard to accept that your beautiful long hair is gone. But there are some things you can do to appreciate your new style and, perhaps, come to love it.
- Remember that your hair will grow back, albeit slowly, so even if you hate your new cut, this is still a temporary problem.
- Try to appreciate that you won't have to spend a lot of time taking care of your hair now that it's shorter.
Step 2. Think about whether you might need a second cut to look better
If the hairdresser got the cut wrong, contact another hairdresser who might be able to fix it. Short cuts can be beautifully elegant and there's no reason to feel messy.
You may have to shorten them a little more to get a nice cut, keep that in mind. Tell the new hairdresser that you want something prettier, but shorten your hair as little as possible
Step 3. Realize that short hair is cute too
Long hair is beautiful, but short hair is beautiful too. Take this opportunity to see how versatile your style can be. The short cuts make the eyes look bigger and frame the face in an eye-catching way. You may even come to like it more than your previous long hairstyle.
Step 4. Don't hide behind hats or scarves
You can use them for the first few days, when you still have to get used to short hair. But if you're not the hat type and suddenly start wearing it all the time, others will think you have something to hide. It's best if you get used to your new cut and stop trying to hide it - you'll feel better and look more confident.
Step 5. Decide you like it
Once you've gotten used to your new look, it's time to start making the most of it. Make it part of your style and flaunt it with pride rather than embarrassment. Imagine it's the cut you've always wanted.
If someone compliments you on your new hairstyle, don't say, "Oh, they're too short." Instead, say, "Thank you! I wanted to try something different."
Part 2 of 3: Look for Cute Short Cuts
Step 1. Observe famous people with a similar hair length to yours for ideas
Short hair is all the rage and there is a huge variety of celebrity examples sporting elegant short cuts. Search the internet for photos of celebrities with short hair to see their style. You will see that they can be great combed back with gel, disheveled, pointed or styled in various other ways. Here are some celebrities who sport short cuts:
- Jennifer Lawrence
- Rihanna
- Beyoncé
- Emma Watson
- Jennifer Hudson
Step 2. Use gel or other hair styling products
Styling products work very well on short hair. Gels, foams, grease and other products can help you achieve hairstyles that are impossible to do with long hair: they would make them appear weighted down. Being lighter, short hair can be styled pointed or disheveled.
- Apply the gel by combing your hair while it is still damp after a shower to achieve a smooth and shiny look styled back.
- Rub some grease into your palms and run them through your hair for a fantastic disheveled hairstyle.
Step 3. Try a bun for shorter hair
If your hair is still long enough that you can tie it into a ponytail, you can make a bun that still makes it look pretty long. Gather the hair at the top of the head and tie it tightly with a rubber band, then do this:
- Divide the tail into two locks;
- Roll a section down and secure the ends of the hair near the elastic with bobby pins;
- Roll the other strand up and secure the ends of the hair near the elastic with bobby pins;
- Use hairspray to keep your hair tidy.
Step 4. Put on a wig
To solve the problem quickly, there is nothing better than a wig. Choose one of the length you want and wear it until your hair has grown back. Wigs are easier to wear on short hair, so take advantage of them and enjoy.
Part 3 of 3: Helping Hair Regrow Faster
Step 1. Don't use hot tools that damage your hair everyday
Using a hairdryer, curling iron or straightener every day damages your hair, weakens it and makes it more likely to break. When this happens, the hair can take a very long time to grow back. Keep your hair healthy by avoiding using hot tools, unless you want a particular hairstyle for a special occasion.
Step 2. Avoid extensions and other hairstyles that pull or put pressure on the hair
If you want extensions, pay close attention to the type you choose. Extensions damage hair and, if placed incorrectly, can damage it or cause it to lose. Some say that no type of extension is good, but if you really can't do without it, be sure to get them applied by an expert.
- Fixing glues are known to damage hair, so try to avoid extensions that use glue.
- Sewn extensions are less harmful, but they can do a lot of damage when they are heavy and pull on the hair.
Step 3. Take care of your hair regularly
How you take care of your hair on a daily basis can make a big difference in regrowth. You need to keep them as healthy as possible so they grow long and strong. Here is what you can do:
- Do not wash them every day, as this will dry out. Limit yourself to 2-3 times a week.
- Dry them by wiping them gently with a towel instead of using a hairdryer.
- Use a wide-toothed comb instead of the brush.
- Do not dye or bleach your hair - this will damage it.
Step 4. Eat a healthy diet that promotes hair growth
Getting plenty of protein and omega-3 fats will help nourish your hair. While a healthy diet won't necessarily make them grow faster, it will help them grow strong and healthy. Here's what you should eat:
- Salmon, tuna and other fish rich in omega-3 fatty acids;
- Avocados, nuts, olive oil, and other foods that contain healthy fats
- Chicken, beef, pork and other protein foods;
- Plenty of green leafy vegetables and other vegetables that provide the body with the nutrients it needs to keep hair and skin healthy.
Advice
- You smile. Your hair won't stay that way forever. The way you present yourself makes a difference!
- Go to the hairdresser (obviously not the one who got you the wrong cut) and ask what you can do while waiting for your hair to grow back. It can cut them in a prettier way and even them if they are not cut straight.
- Ask friends and family what they think of your hair. Ask, "Is there anything I can do to make them look better?"
- Try to speed up hair growth. By massaging the scalp for 2-5 minutes 2-3 times a day, you will stimulate blood circulation and help your hair grow. But be careful: by doing this in some cases the scalp can become extremely greasy and greasy, because the massage also stimulates the production of sebum.
