Straight Medium Hairstyles

As your hair grows out, letting it get too long will increase the chances of it looking stringy and sad. Find a style you like in a magazine or on a friend and take the picture to a stylist for a consult. Your stylist can suggest something similar to what you’ve found that will flatter your features and be in keeping with your lifestyle. Cutting some of that length off will add in the life and bounce your hair lacks on its own. Don’t be afraid of layers, either. You may think that having fine or limp hair means you should keep it all one length so it looks thicker, but you can achieve that look of density by having your stylist add in highlights and low lights, and by having some well placed layers throughout the style.

One of the major benefits of having medium length hair is that you can wear it down in the style you had it cut in, or you can pull it back or pin it up for special occasions (or whenever you feel like it!). Styling can either be a blessing or a curse, depending on your feelings towards your skills. Maybe you don’t feel particularly creative one day. A medium length style gives you the versatility you need to pull off a great look with little effort. Pull it all into a low ponytail in back and wrap a small section of hair around the pony and pin underneath. Looks sharp but only takes a minute. Maybe you took the time to straighten your hair, but you don’t want it around your face. Try clipping up the top section out of your way, pull both sides toward the back and pin them beneath the clipped up section. Smooth and spray the sides, then let the top fall down. Again, it only takes a minute, but your hair will look fantastic with minimal effort!

Another trick to styling straight medium hair is PRODUCTS! When you go to the stylist, you think they use a ton of products just to get you to buy them, but that’s not entirely true. They use the products for your style that will enhance the look and help lock it in place for the day. They will also use the best products they have available to ensure your hair is healthy. Get their opinion on what to use in everyday styling and you might be surprised what a difference just a dab of this or that will make. Every hair type and texture is different, so don’t be afraid to ask what’s best for you. You will find that it’s not as overwhelming as you thought it would be once it becomes part of your routine. Try adding one new product every month or two. Before you know it, you will have a whole arsenal at your disposal and your hair will look professionally done without having to go to the salon.

Recommended products: Sebastian Professional Laminates Sheer Body Weightless Shine Volumizing Polish, Nexxus Root Exxtend, Aveda Phomollient Styling Foam, Matrix Amplify