We all love summer -the long sunny days, endless beach trips, rooftop dinners, and warm evenings spent outside. But with all the excitement, summer also brings heat and humidity, which can make styling your hair feel like a lot sometimes.
That’s exactly why we put together some easy looks you can create without too much fuss, so you can spend less time worrying about your hair and more time actually enjoying the season.
Here are some effortless summer hairstyles to kick off your hot girl summer era. These looks are quick, easy, and, best of all, you don’t need a single heat tool to pull any of them off. Whether you’re going for a casual, laid-back vibe or something a little more polished, there’s a look for every summer plan, outfit, and mood. Think relaxed, effortless styles that work with the summer heat and not against it.
Summer Hair Lineup
Whether you want to wear your hair down, pull it into a messy bun, or try a half up half down style, there’s a look here for every summer moment. The best part? Most of these styles take less than 10 minutes to create, so you can spend less time styling and more time enjoying your day.
1. Beach Waves
This is a classic summer hairstyle and honestly, one of the easiest looks on this list. If you’ve ever wanted that fresh out-of-the-ocean, mermaid-like, tousled texture without actually heading to the beach, this is the look for you.
What You Need
- PUFF.ME sea salt spray
How to Get the Look
- Start with damp, towel-dried hair.
- Working in sections, mist PUFF.ME sea salt spray evenly throughout your hair.
- Scrunch each section upward to encourage your natural wave pattern. For more defined waves, finger-coil individual sections.
- Let your hair air dry, and try not to touch it too much while it sets.
- Once dry, gently run your fingers through the waves to loosen and separate them for a more relaxed finish.
Pro Tip: For extra volume and lift, try flipping your head upside down while scrunching to boost volume at the roots.
2. Half Up Half Down
If there’s one summer hairstyle that works for every occasion, it’s the half-up, half-down. We all love it, but we also know that the top section can sometimes fall flat and lose its shape throughout the day. A little sea salt spray and volumizing mousse can give your hair the grip, texture, and volume it needs to help the style hold while still keeping that effortless finish.
What You Need
- PUFF.ME volumizing mousse
- PUFF.ME sea salt spray
- A hair tie or a hair clip
How to Get the Look
- Apply PUFF.ME volumizing mousse to damp hair first, focusing on the roots for lift and volume.
- Follow with PUFF.ME sea salt spray, working in sections and scrunching upward as you go. Let your hair air dry completely.
- Once your hair is dry, take the top section and loosely gather it toward the back of your head.
- Leave a few pieces out at the front for that relaxed, effortless finish.
- Secure with a hair tie or a strong-hold hair clip.
Pro Tip: Don’t pull the top section too tight. Keeping it loose and slightly undone will give the style a more effortless, lived-in feel.
3. Messy Bun
When it’s hot and humid, and you just want your hair off your neck, a messy bun is the easiest solution. It is quick, effortlessly cool, and requires almost no effort at all. The secret is having enough texture and grip in your hair so the bun actuallyholds its shape and doesn't slide out five minutes later.
What You Need
- PUFF.ME sea salt spray
- PUFF.ME dry texture spray
- One hair tie
How to Get the Look
- Apply PUFF.ME sea salt spray to damp hair, scrunch it through, and let your hair air dry completely.
- Once dry, mist PUFF.ME dry texture spray throughout your hair for extra grip, volume, and body.
- Gather your hair loosely and twist it up into a bun at the back or top of your head.
- Don’t pull it too tight; the messier the better!
- Secure with a hair tie, then gently pull at the roots and sides a little to give the bun more volume and create an effortless, undone finish.
Why these products work: PUFF.ME sea salt spray adds lightweight texture and creates those beachy waves before you put your hair up, while PUFF.ME dry texture spray adds instant volume, body, and grip so your bun looks full rather than flat.
Pro Tip: The messier, the better. Twist, secure, and pull out a few pieces around your face for that perfectly undone finish.
4. Space Buns
Space buns are one of those hairstyles that look like they require a lot of effort but actually take less than five minutes to create. They’re cute, fun, and perfect when you want to add a little personality to your summer look. They also look even better when your hair has some texture, grip, and volume.
What You Need
- PUFF.ME sea salt spray
- HOLD.ME styling stick
- Two hair ties
How to Get the Look
- Apply PUFF.ME sea salt spray to damp hair, scrunch through and let your hair air dry completely. Then part your hair down the middle.
- Before tying anything up, pull out a few face-framing pieces at the front on each side and set them aside.
- Divide the rest into two equal sections and gather each side into a high ponytail.
- Twist each ponytail upward and wrap it around its base to form a bun. Then secure each bun with a hair tie.
- Run the HOLD.ME styling stick over any flyaways to instantly smooth and tame frizz without leaving your hair feeling stiff or sticky.
Pro Tip: For a more elevated look, try braiding each ponytail before wrapping it into a bun. Once secured, gently pull at the braid to loosen it and create more volume. And don’t worry about making your buns perfectly even, the slightly undone look is part of the fun.
5. Half-Up Bubble Pigtails
If you're looking for a fun way to switch up your beachy waves this summer, half-up bubble pigtails are perfect. This playful, trendy style is surprisingly easy to create and adds extra volume and personality while letting your natural texture shine. A combination of curl balm and sea salt spray can help enhance your texture and give each bubble a fuller, more effortless finish.
What You Need
- BOUNCE.ME curl balm
- PUFF.ME sea salt spray
- Four to six small hair ties
How to Get the Look
- Apply BOUNCE.ME curl balm to damp hair for added moisture and definition.
- Mist PUFF.ME sea salt spray throughout your hair, focusing on the mid-lengths and ends. Scrunch your hair to get those soft, beachy waves, then let it air dry completely.
- Once your hair is dry, take a small section from each side near your temples and secure each section into a ponytail.
- Add another elastic a few centimeters below each ponytail and gently pull the hair between the elastics to create your first bubble.
- Keep adding elastics and creating bubbles until you reach the ends of your ponytails. Gently pull on each bubble to make it look fuller and more relaxed.
Pro Tip: Clear elastics work best for this look because they blend seamlessly into your hair and help keep the focus on the bubbles.
Tips for Making Your Summer Hairstyles Last
1. Start With the Right Base
Great summer hair starts long before you pick up a styling product. Using shampoo and conditioner suited to your hair type creates the foundation for better, longer-lasting styles.
If you have fine hair, a volumizing duo like PUFF.ME volumizing shampoo and PUFF.ME volumizing conditioner can help create lift and body from the start. If your hair is naturally wavy or curly, a curl-specific shampoo and conditioner can help enhance your texture right from wash day.
Before styling, apply a lightweight leave-in conditioner to damp hair to help detangle, add moisture, and prep your hair for whatever look you're creating. It’s an easy step to help your hair feel smoother and more manageable before you start styling.
2. Add the Finishing Touches
Once your hairstyle is complete, apply a few drops of GLOSS.ME Hair Oil through the mid-lengths and ends to add shine, boost softness, and help tame dry or flyaway ends. It's a simple step that can make any summer hairstyle look a little more polished without taking away from its effortless feel.
3. Make Your Style Last Longer
Whether you're heading to the beach, out for dinner on a patio, or spending the day outdoors, a little hairspray can help your hairstyle stay in place for longer. HOLD.ME Three-Way Hairspray features three adjustable hold levels, so you can customize the amount of hold your style needs. Plus, the humidity-resistant formula helps keep hair looking smooth and polished without the crunchy feel traditional hairsprays can leave behind.
So, which one will you be trying first?
Whether you're reaching for beach waves, a messy bun, space buns, or half-up bubble pigtails, these easy summer hairstyles are all about keeping things simple. Pick your favourite, make it your own, and enjoy effortless summer hair all season long.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Will sea salt spray work on straight hair?
Yes! Sea salt spray adds texture, grip, and movement to straight hair. Apply to damp hair, scrunch, and air-dry for natural-looking waves. For more defined waves, work in smaller sections and spend a little extra time scrunching each section.
2. What are the best summer hairstyles for long hair?
Beach waves, a messy bun, space buns, and half-up bubble pigtails are all great options for long hair. They're quick, easy, and versatile enough to take you from casual summer days to nights out without requiring much effort.
3. What products are recommended for volumizing hair?
The DESIGNME PUFF.ME Volumizing Collection has everything you need to add body and lift, from shampoo and conditioner to styling products like mousse. The collection is designed to help give fine or thin hair fuller-looking volume without weighing it down.
