Of the many perks of using clean beauty products, hair health tops the list. But choosing nourishing formulas for your hair is only half the battle — deciding how to style it can also influence its health.
Struggling to balance your healthy hair goals with the fun of trendy styles? We’ve gathered our favorite healthy hairstyles to keep your locks stylish and safe all summer long.
Keep reading for easy looks you can rock with your clean beauty go-to's from Neuma!
Easy, Stylish, and Healthy Summer Hairstyles
The Braided Pony
If you’re tired of the bubble pony (or couldn’t quite pull off the tufts), you’re in luck. The sleek yet simple braided pony is now trending, and it’s even easier to master. Instead of stopping at a ponytail, take a few extra seconds to braid your locks post-tie off.
The key to this look is strategic pony placement. Everyone’s facial structure has different angles to flatter, but we generally see braided ponies placed in line with the eyes or at the crown of the head.
No matter where you align yours, a tight tie-off with everything slicked back will make you feel extra stylish. If you start with wet or damp hair, the Neu Styling Smoothing Creme will help you achieve that shiny and chic clean girl aesthetic.
For some extra support taming flyaways, try a few dabs of our Neu Styling Clay.
Heat-free style, here we come!
Headscarves and 90s Headbands
In the mood to accessorize? On hot summer days, when the last thing you want is hair on your face and neck, headscarves and headbands will keep you cool while showing off your locks. Hiding your hair from UV rays can also protect color and moisture, making this look a win-win.
Our favorite product for this look is our beloved Neu Styling Air Dry Shaper. Instead of exposing your hair to extra heat damage from blow drying or curling, apply this lightweight styler throughout dry or damp hair. Then, use your fingers to scrunch and hand-style your strands!
When everything dries, your natural texture will stand out, giving your hair a boost of bounce accentuated by your headband.
If that’s not enough texture for you, or if you plan on blow drying, try adding a dash of our Neu Styling Texturizer to damp hair. No matter your hair length, you’ll get a boost of definition and body for even more back-of-the-head bounce.
For Curly Hair, the Pineapple Bun
Another way for curly-haired customers to stay cool is the iconic pineapple bun. For this style, simply pin a loose, high ponytail forward from the crown of your head!
For extra coil definition, we recommend starting with our Neu Curl Perfecting Crème. It’s super lightweight but still adds shape, memory, and touchable softness to any type of curl.
If you’re struggling to get the volume at your roots needed for this bold style, try a few spritzes of the Neu Volume Styling Spray right after the shower. When dry, your hair will be ready for sky-high bounce and body.
By tucking away your curls, this style also locks in hydration and wards off frizz for nourished summer hair.
High Messy Pony
Despite being the easiest style on this list, the high, messy pony still feels chic and trendy. Whether your hair is freshly cleaned or pushing the limits before wash day, the main product you’ll need is hairspray.
Don’t want to bog down your strands with sticky spray? We love the Neu Styling Flexible Hairspray because it’s lightweight, brushable, and soft to the touch. After placing your pony, use a few spritzes near the base to tease your strands back for a high-fashion volume boost!
For texture around the rest of your hair, we recommend using the Re Neu Dry Shampoo on dry hair or the Neu Styling Texturizer on damp hair.
Most importantly, don’t overthink this one! Find a flattering angle, tease the pony’s base, and get ready to stun.
The Spiky Bun
On the other end of the spectrum from the high, messy pony is the sleek, spiky bun. Hello, 90s!
To replicate this look as effortlessly as Olivia Rodrigo or Bella Hadid, start by pulling your hair back into a tight, slick ponytail. A middle part usually looks best!
Like with the braided pony, use the Neu Styling Smoothing Creme when starting with wet hair and the Neu Styling Clay on dry hair. If flyaways don’t stay down, go for the Neu Styling Flexible Hairspray! For shiny sides, the Neu Moisture Argan Oil will add some gloss.
Then, wrap your ponytail around its base, stopping when the ends are laid at the top of the tie and sticking straight up. Use a comb to tease them straight up, then use your Neu Styling Flexible Hairspray to lock in the spikes! A few pins can help keep everything in place, too.
The Pinned Back Bob
Short-haired customers, we’d never leave you in the dust. If you have a chop, we want to see you try the pinned-back bob this summer!
Selena Gomez recently wore this look on a red carpet. To do it, pull your bob toward the back of your neck, use a few pins behind your ears to hold it back, and then pull a few face-framing pieces forward. Voila! You now have an easy, heat-free vintage look.
As anyone with a bob knows, volume and texture are essential. So, if you’re starting with wet or damp hair, try the Neu Styling Mousse before drying. It adds body and bounce, so your hair won’t look flat when you pin it back!
If you need a bit more gloss or shine to bring this look home, the Neu Moisture Argan Oil will revive your locks.
Slicked and Bowed Half-Ups
Another easy, low-heat summer look for short and long hair is the half-up, half-down, slicked-back bow edition. This style is exactly what it sounds like – half of your hair tightly pulled back with a glossy hold and, most importantly, a bow. You can thank Hailey Bieber for this one!
Before you start styling, use a few sprays of the Neu Moisture Instant Fix to hydrate and smoothen out our locks.
Next, a bit of water, the Neu Styling Clay, and the Neu Styling Flexible Hairspray will help you achieve a smoothed-back look. But for an extra dose of shine, you’ll want to finish with a lightweight oil like our Neu Moisture Argan Oil.
As for the bow, don’t be afraid to channel your inner coquette!
See? Trendy styles and healthy hair can totally go hand in hand!
As you nail this summer’s hair trends, remember to show off your latest looks with a tag on Instagram (@neumabeauty) and TikTok (@neumabeauty) so we can follow along.
See you there!