14 Super Easy Hairstyles You Can Do in Minutes

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Not every hairstyle needs to be complicated. These 14 super easy hairstyles can be done in minutes, require minimal tools, and look polished enough for work, dates, or casual weekends.

The best part? Once you learn these techniques, they become second nature. No YouTube tutorials needed — just simple steps you can follow while half-awake.

Updated for 2026 with beginner-friendly instructions.

Ponytail Variations

1. The Elevated Ponytail

A basic ponytail, but better.

1. Create a regular ponytail at your desired height
2. Take a small section from the ponytail and wrap it around the elastic
3. Secure the end with a bobby pin underneath
4. Gently pull at the crown for volume

Time: 2 minutes

2. Bubble Ponytail

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Looks elaborate, takes almost no skill.

1. Create a ponytail
2. Add elastics every 2-3 inches down the length
3. Gently pull each section to create “bubbles”

Time: 3 minutes

3. Low Ponytail with Twist

1. Create a low ponytail but don’t pull it tight
2. Create a gap above the elastic
3. Flip the ponytail up and through the gap (topsy tail)
4. Tighten and fluff

Time: 1 minute

Bun Styles

4. The 30-Second Messy Bun

1. Gather hair as if making a high ponytail
2. Twist the length loosely
3. Wrap around the base
4. Secure with an elastic or claw clip
5. Pull out face-framing pieces

Time: 30 seconds (really)

5. Low Chignon

1. Create a low ponytail at the nape
2. Twist the length
3. Coil into a bun and pin

Time: 2 minutes

6. Double Bun (Space Buns)

1. Part hair down the middle
2. Create two high ponytails
3. Twist each into a bun and secure

Time: 3 minutes

Half-Up Styles

7. Classic Half-Up

1. Take the top section (temple to temple)
2. Secure with an elastic or clip
3. Optional: wrap a strand around the elastic

Time: 1 minute

8. Half-Up Top Knot

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1. Take the top section
2. Twist into a small bun on top
3. Secure with an elastic

Time: 1 minute

9. Half-Up with Twist

1. Take a section from each side
2. Twist each section back
3. Join and secure at the back with a clip or pin

Time: 2 minutes

Braided Styles

10. Simple Side Braid

1. Sweep all hair to one side
2. Create a basic three-strand braid
3. Secure with an elastic
4. Gently pull at the edges for fullness

Time: 2-3 minutes

11. Braided Headband

1. Take a section from behind one ear
2. Braid it
3. Wrap across the top of your head like a headband
4. Pin behind the other ear

Time: 3 minutes

12. Two Quick Braids

1. Part hair down the middle
2. Create a simple braid on each side
3. Secure with elastics

Time: 4 minutes

Accessory-Based Styles

13. Claw Clip Updo

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1. Gather hair at the back
2. Twist once
3. Clip with a claw clip
4. Let the ends fan out

Time: 10 seconds

14. Scarf or Headband Style

1. Place a scarf or headband over your head
2. Position as desired (across hairline or as a headband)
3. Tie at the nape or leave hair loose underneath

Time: 30 seconds

Tips for Success

• Second-day hair works better — too-clean hair is slippery
• Bobby pins inserted wavy-side down grip better
• Dry shampoo adds texture for styles that need grip
• Practice makes perfect — your 10th try will look much better than your first

Final Thoughts

The key to easy hairstyles is accepting that “perfect” isn’t the goal. Slightly imperfect, effortless-looking hair is actually more modern and flattering than rigid, over-styled looks.

For more styling ideas, check out our braiding guide and super bun tutorial.

Editorial Note: These styles work for most hair types but may need slight modifications for very short or very curly hair.