By allowing ads to appear on this site, you support the local businesses who, in turn, support great journalism.
14 brilliant ways to hide your dirty hair and look fabulous
bf3b0bed530cef1711c4af69279f235cf094cd48406d8659462c6372fd4de7dd
You can put that hair wash on hold for another day or two. - photo by Lindsey Miller
Lets get real here for a second. Youre busy, you have responsibilities and sometimes, you dont have one ounce of energy or one minute of time to wash, dry and style your hair. Washing your hair can seem like a daunting task if youre not blessed with an amazing wash-and-go hair type, and no one likes spending an hour trying to tame their hair.

Having dirty hair is something we all have to deal with whether we like it or not. If youre sick of throwing your hair up into a ponytail, here are some fun ideas on how to cover up your dirty hair:

1. Milkmaid braids

These braids are darling and a great way to cover up those greasy roots.

2. Any type of braids

Side braids, ponytail braids, French braids and braid crowns are all great options (and the grease will actually help your hair stay in place).

3. A darling hat

Its beanie season! Use it to your advantage.

4. The famous top knot

You can never go wrong with the classic top knot.

5. Dry shampoo

Pro tip: use dry shampoo right after you wash and dry your hair. Itll start absorbing the oils before they even show up as grease! This is my very favorite brand, and you can buy it here.

6. Wear a fashionable headband

Always fabulous.

7. Get a good texturizing spray

Dirty hair can make for some great texture. Get a good texturizing spray to play it up.

Buy it here.

8. Wear some cute hair accessories

Darling hair accessories are a perfect way to cover up and distract from dirty hair.

9. Switch up your part

Switching your part will give you tons of extra texture, volume and confidence to rock that greasy hair.

10. Wear two french (or dutch) braids

Back to the braids -- these are perfect for second (or third, or fourth) day hair.

11. Put a twist on the classic pony

Put your hair in a ponytail, then wrap a strand of hair around the elastic. Its a fun twist on a classic style.

12. Do the half-up hairstyle

Perfect for any occasion.

13. Or the half-up braided bun

Also perfect for any occasion.

14. Wash and go

If you must wash your hair, you dont have to spend an hour styling it. I use this sea salt spray, and it gives my hair just enough texture and body to be able to wash and go. Its the best!

If you try any of these tips, let us know your favorites in the comments!
Sign up for our E-Newsletters
Have You Seen This? Street musician slays with clarinet
638421_Screenshot_1.png
Better than almost every face-melting guitar or drum solo. - photo by Facebook video screenshot

THE BIG EASY — Yeah, yeah, we all know that New Orleans is stuffed to the gills will incredible musicians.

But knowing that fact and then hearing that fact are two different things. You can step into any number of jazz clubs on any given night on Bourbon Street, and you’ll probably be impressed with virtually every act. Or you can sit at home on your comfy couch and watch this featured video.

In the video, you’ll see a woman who is in the groove. She is swinging hard, and wailing on her clarinet with a practiced expertise that makes it sounds so easy.

From note one you’ll be drawn in; your appreciation will grow with every second, and then your face will melt off when you realize how incredible she really is.

If you’ve never played a woodwind or a brass, you may not know everything that comes with a performance like this. Lung capacity and breath control are huge factors in keeping your notes clear and loud, and hitting those high notes is especially difficult.

So when this woman hits that high note and holds it for several seconds, you know you’re dealing with an exceptional musician. It means she has worked hard for years to develop skill on top of her natural talent, and we get to benefit.

It kinda makes you wonder how we let people get away with mumble rap and autotune when talent like this exists in the world.

I wish this video were longer, and I wish I had more information about this woman, but as it is, we’ll just have to appreciate the little flavor of New Orleans jazz posted by the Facebook group Clarinet Life.

Street musician killing it on clarinet

She must have lungs of iron! Its inspiring hearing the upper registers being played so well.

Posted by Clarinet Life on Tuesday, December 11, 2018

Martha Ostergar is a writer who delights in the ridiculous that internet serves up, which means she's more than grateful that she gets to cruise the web for amazing videos to highlight for your viewing pleasure.
Latest Obituaries