The big old headband of July 1 was only the beginning! Since we last met, I've been trying all sorts of tricks to cover up my hair roots.
On the 4th of July, I went all-out patriotic with a bandanna on my head (and blue sunglasses and jewelry to boot).
On
the Sunday following, I discovered that a multi-strand beaded necklace
makes a pretty cute headband, which neatly disguised the blond part at
the base of my bangs. I was astonished that it stayed on all evening,
making it not only cute but practical.
I'm the one on the right. |
Here's the entire outfit to go with my beaded headband. |
All these bands and bandannas have been a fun variation from my usual routine, but I've also happily discovered a way to return to it: hair chalk! I haven't had
much luck with using chalk to actually put bright colors in my hair, but
it turns out to be a great solution for disguising roots. I just swipe
it on wherever my hair happens to be parted, maybe touch up around my
face a little, and I'm done! It's not a perfect color match, but it's
close enough, and it enables me to wear my hair in normal styles without
covering up my head!
Using these techniques, I
feel pretty confident that I can avoid dyeing my hair for at least
another couple of months...and I haven't even brought out the big guns
yet...just wait until I try the ultimate in head coverings—a turban!
Great ideas! I've been looking for ways to cover my roots and I like the techniques you listed out.
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