How to Clean Up Your Hairstyle

To clean up any hairstyle, whether down or up, keep hair pins and a fixative on hand, as well as a hand mirror for angled views. Most hairstyles can be finished or touched up in 2 minutes or less.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

1. Secure falling hair from an updo with extra hairpins or by tucking stray hair securely into the main hold of the hairstyle. Adjust or tighten curls or loops so that the hairstyle is consistent. Smooth over twists or braids to keep them neat.

2. Use a fixative, like hair spray or pomade. Slick back flyaway hairs with a comb or flatten them with hand strokes. Follow the natural direction of the hair growth or hairstyle. Use fixatives as necessary, avoiding the face. Choose a ventilated area when using spray.

3. Check hair in a mirror from all angles. Be sure that hair is not wadded at the back and that unwanted lumps are smoothed. A comb with a pointed handle is a helpful tool for tucking and straightening at the back of the head and helps control elaborate hairstyles.

4. Apply final decorative touches, if desired. Use a dab of shine serum, styling cream or scented oil on blow-dried hair. Natural products are best for dyed or colored hair. For formal styles, apply freshened flower sprigs, bows or glitter last. Replace or remove wilted flowers.

5. Carry touch-up tools for later, like hair spray and pins. A frizz minimizer or warm water mixed with gel or mousse can temporarily moisten base fixatives. Men can use blotting papers for bald shine or light pomade for sleek dos.

6. Preserve your salon-fresh look by staying polished rather than perfect. Clean up haircuts as well as one-time styles. Maintain neat lines with clippers or trim scissors. Get regular care for layers, color, roots and ends.

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