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5 DIY hairstyles for when you’re running late

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When in the midst of your morning getting-ready-for-work rush you often tend to forget all those great new hairstyle ideas you saw on Instagram recently. You just don’t attempt to try anything different because you know it will probably take way too long and you’re already 10 minutes late!

But wait! These hairstyles take 5 minutes or less to perfect. So you'll be out the door and looking great in no time:

Looped ponytail

If you’re stuck between wanting a ponytail or bun, a looped pony is ideal. All you need to do is make a loose pony and loop it again halfway. It’s even red carpet material as R&B singer Ciara pulled it off at the 2015 American Music Awards.  

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Messy bun

This always works best on day two unwashed hair. Make a little circle with you ponytail on top of your hair and secure it with a hair band and then tug at the sides of your hair to make it appear untidy. Watch and learn:

Braid one side of your hair into a ponytail

Try something cute by braiding one side of your head and then tying it into your ponytail. You could also brush out the tail and give it more volume.

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GIF: Buzzfeed

Pin everything to the side

For those having a difficult time maintaining their thick mane in the morning, all you need to do is to pin one side up and let the other side hang fierce.

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GIF: Buzzfeed

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GIF: YouTube

Wrap it

Keep your beautiful locks tied up in a bun using a scarf or a pretty headband like Claire Mawisa.

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