Greasy hair can be a confidence killer, but for most people, washing every day isn’t always realistic. That’s where knowing how to style oily hair comes in handy. In many cases, second or third-day hair is even easier to work with.
As much as we love a good dry shampoo to fix freshen up our roots, a little styling creativity can spare you from the product buildup. Whether you’re making the most of a blowout, preserving your color, or running out the door in a hurry, we’ve rounded up oily hairstyles that are so cute and easy, no one will suspect you skipped wash day.
Some of the coolest hairstyle ideas of the moment—including slicked-back supermodel buns, braids of all kinds, and preppy hair accessories, to name a few—are completely grease-friendly.
Doubting your styling skills? We’ve got your covered. We checked in with some of the coolest celeb hairstylists to get their takes on the best hairstyles for dirty hair. From half-up to retro ponies and surprisingly bouncy waves, there’s a little something for everyone. Scroll on to learn how to style oily hair like a pro.