Back-to-school season always seems to come with the urge to start fresh. Maybe it’s a new backpack, a few new outfits, or simply wanting your hair to look a little more put together without waking up an hour earlier. That’s exactly what this hairstyle tutorial focuses on. Every hairstyle is quick, beginner-friendly, and designed for busy mornings when you still want to look like you made an effort.
The creator also points out something that many people can relate to—she isn’t a morning person. Instead of spending ages styling her hair before school, she prefers hairstyles that take just a few minutes but still look polished.
Here’s a closer look at each hairstyle from the video.
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Hairstyle 1: Side Bang with Decorative Clips
The first hairstyle is probably the easiest of the bunch. Your hair stays down, but a few simple accessories completely change the look.
What you’ll need
- Hair clips
- Comb
- Hair brush
- Hairspray
- Hair slick stick or flyaway stick
- Scrunchie
The hairstyle starts by creating either a middle or side part. In the video, she chooses a side part for something a little different.
She sections off the front bang area and another section that runs from the front of the head down to the ear. The rest of the hair gets tied back temporarily so it’s easier to work with the front pieces.
One side is sprayed lightly with hairspray before being combed smooth. A slick stick helps flatten baby hairs and flyaways, making everything look clean without looking stiff.
Two decorative clips are stacked on one side, while a smaller clip is hidden underneath the opposite section to keep the hair tucked behind the ear.
Once the remaining hair is let down, the hairstyle looks surprisingly polished even though it only takes around three minutes. The clips become the main feature and instantly make simple loose hair look much more intentional.
Hairstyle 2: Half-Up Style with Hidden Volume
Half-up hairstyles never really go out of style, but this version includes a clever trick that creates extra volume.
What you’ll need
- Small claw clip
- Hair tie
- Scrunchie
- Brush
- Comb
- Hairspray
- Slick stick
The hair is divided into a basic half-up section.
Instead of immediately securing it with a hair tie, the creator first uses a scrunchie. This gives her both hands free to smooth the hair using hairspray and a comb before switching to the final hair tie.
After securing the ponytail, she flips it upward and places a tiny claw clip underneath the base.
The clip lifts the ponytail slightly, making it appear fuller without teasing or backcombing the hair.
She also leaves a few face-framing pieces loose for a softer finish.
The result looks much more voluminous than a regular half-up ponytail while still staying neat throughout the day.
Hairstyle 3: Half-Up Pigtails with Mini Braids
This hairstyle combines playful pigtails with tiny braids for a look that feels a little more detailed.
Supplies
- Hair ties
- Mini elastic bands
- Comb
- Brush
- Hairspray
- Slick stick
The hair is first parted down the middle.
Only the front sections become small pigtails while the rest of the hair remains down.
Each pigtail is sprayed and brushed smooth before being secured high on the head.
Next comes the fun part.
A tiny section from each pigtail is braided and secured with a mini elastic.
She also creates another small braid using loose hair underneath each pigtail.
These tiny braids don’t take long to make, but they completely change the hairstyle.
Instead of looking like basic pigtails, the hairstyle has extra texture and resembles trendy festival-inspired hair.
The creator mentions that the braids remind her of Barbie dolls with little braided details throughout their hair.
Hairstyle 4: Double Braided Pigtails
This hairstyle is sporty while still looking cute.
What you’ll need
- Two hair ties
- Mini elastics
- Brush
- Comb
- Hairspray
- Slick stick
The hair is divided evenly into two sections using a center part.
Each side is brushed upward into a high pigtail.
She spends a little extra time smoothing the hair with hairspray and the slick stick to make everything look clean.
Each ponytail is then split into two equal sections.
Both sections are braided separately, meaning each pigtail ends up with two braids instead of one.
After securing the ends with mini elastics, she gently pulls on the braids to make them appear fuller.
The finished hairstyle feels sporty enough for gym class but still stylish enough for everyday school.
Hairstyle 5: The Classic Sleek Ponytail
According to the creator, this is the hairstyle she wears most often.
Whenever she’s running late, this is her go-to style because it always looks neat.
Products used
- Hair tie
- Brush
- Comb
- Slicking brush
- Hairspray
- Slick stick
- Scrunchie
She begins with a middle part before gathering all of the hair into a high ponytail.
A scrunchie temporarily holds everything in place while she smooths the hair.
She sprays hairspray across the top and sides before using a damp slicking brush to flatten every flyaway.
One important tip she shares is not to forget the hair underneath and around the nape of the neck since those areas often become messy.
After everything looks smooth, she removes the scrunchie and replaces it with a regular hair tie.
The finished ponytail looks sleek, polished, and works with almost any outfit.
Hairstyle 6: Easy Twisted Messy Bun
The final hairstyle is perfect for second-day hair.
Instead of trying to hide slightly messy hair, this hairstyle actually works better because of the added texture.
You’ll need
- Hair tie
- Two claw clips
- Hairspray
She loosely gathers her hair into a ponytail while leaving a few face-framing strands loose.
After securing the ponytail, she separates it into two sections.
Each section is split again into two smaller pieces before twisting them together into rope twists.
Once each twist reaches the ends, she gently pushes it upward to create volume and texture.
Each twisted section is then wrapped around the ponytail base and secured with a claw clip.
Using two clips instead of multiple bobby pins makes the hairstyle surprisingly sturdy while still looking soft and effortless.
The finished bun has lots of texture, stays in place well, and looks flattering from every angle.
Hair Products Used Throughout the Tutorial
Several products appear repeatedly because they help create cleaner-looking hairstyles.
These include:
- Decorative hair clips
- Mini claw clips
- Scrunchies
- Hair ties
- Mini elastic bands
- Comb
- Hair brush
- Slicking brush
- Hairspray
- Hair slick stick or flyaway stick
Most of these are inexpensive and can easily be found at beauty stores, discount stores, or online.
