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This Wash-And-Go Hairstyle Is Crazy Cute & Ready In Under 20 Minutes

You’re out the door in no time.

by Natasha Marsh
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Sometimes the energy and time it takes to do your hair is too much, especially if you have curls that tend to have a mind of their own. Luckily, wash-and-go styles are quick and look just as good as a full wash-and-style day. Plus, as a mini protective look, you can wear them for multiple days. Ahead, 11 chic wash-and-go hairstyles to inspire your fall season. @patternbeauty
Jumbo Twists

For those with lots of density and length, jumbo twists will be the wash-and-go style for you. Start by detangling your hair and raking in a curl pudding or cream for moisture retention. Finish by plaiting hair in a two-strand twist.

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Half Up, Half Down

For a fuss-free wash-and-go, place half your hair up and let the rest hang. This style works for fancy nights out as well. Simply add in a hair bow or scarf to jazz things up.

@naptural85
Bantu Knots

Bantu knots are one of the quickest wash-and-gos out there. Depending on how small or big you want the knots, section out hair in either circles, triangles, or squares and roll hair into a ball. Secure knots with a bobby pin or hair tie.

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Accessorize It

Headbands, hair pins, or hair scarf, sometimes all you need is an accessory. To make your hair scarf really pop, feel free to add in edge designs.

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High Volume Pony

When you simply can’t be bothered with doing your hair, why not throw it all up? With a round flat brush, slick back the hair into a high pony and let your natural curls roam free. If you’d like more volume, you can always tease hair with a pick.

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Two-Strand Twists

Requiring just a comb and curl pudding, two-strand twists are a go-to style for naturals. Plus, depending on your hair length, they typically take 10 to 30 minutes to do and can be worn in a variety of styles.

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Space Buns

Whether you pull all the hair up or just half of it, space buns — the Y2K throwback — are not going anywhere this season. Make sure hair is fully detangled to comb or brush the buns into position and then spritz a hair oil for a shiny finish.

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Twist Out

Allow your twists to stay in for at least a week to achieve this hydrated twist out. Work in a curl refresh or pudding every couple days to revive curls and restore moisture.

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Diffused Curls

A wash-and-go can be a fast process, but without the right products and tools, it can quickly become frizzy. For an effortless look, spritz hair with a texturizing spray and lightly diffuse for 5 to 10 minutes. Start at roots and then scrunch hair to dry the ends.

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Flat Twists

Ideal for special occasions and weekend brunch, flat twists will be a go-to style this fall for all fashion girlies. Part hair to your liking and work in a two- or three-strand twist to achieve this neat hairstyle.

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