Hair Styling Hacks for Impressing on a First Date

Hair Styling Hacks for Impressing on a First Date

You don’t need a salon appointment or hours of prep to make an unforgettable first impression. Whether your vibe is polished, playful, or effortlessly cool, these simple hair styling hacks will have you date-ready in minutes.

💁 Sleek Ponytail
Go for a classic center part and smooth your hair into a low ponytail or bun. To tame flyaways and add shine, use a lightweight styling serum or smoothing cream. This look reads confident, put-together, and intentional—perfect for upscale dinners or more formal settings.

🌊 Natural Waves
Looking for a more relaxed vibe? Braid your hair while damp the night before your date. In the morning, unravel the braids and shake out your hair for soft, beachy waves. Add a bit of shine spray or hair oil to enhance the texture and catch the light in all the right ways.

🌀 Top Bun or Claw Clip
Messy buns and claw clips are having a moment—and for good reason. They're cute, low-maintenance, and give off effortlessly cool energy. If you’re pulling your hair up, make sure to frame your face with soft tendrils or subtle waves for a more romantic finish.

💄 Blush Hack: Double-Duty Beauty
Want that flirty flushed look to match your soft waves or elegant ponytail? Try using the Beauty and the City Clean Vegan Lip Liner, in Russet, for the lips and blended on the cheeks as a creamy blush. It blends beautifully and adds warmth to your cheeks. Pair it with our Soft Glow Vegan Bronzer to create a custom burnt blush glow—perfect for that soft, radiant finish that complements any hairstyle.

👑 Confidence Trick
Whatever style you choose, keep your look cohesive. Match your lip color to your blush tone, or coordinate your hair accessories with your outfit for a put-together appearance that shows you care without trying too hard.

First dates are about connection—not perfection. These hairstyles (and glow-up hacks!) keep the focus on your face, your energy, and your smile. ✨