How to Disguise a Bad Haircut - Ask the Editor! - StyleList

Getty ImagesQ: I got a terrible haircut. How long will it take to grow out and what can I do in the meantime to disguise it? A: It's hard to say exactly how long it will take to grow out -- that really depends on the length and any layers that were added. Generally speaking, it could take anywhere from two to four months. But before you head into hair hibernation, know that there a few things you can do to get through the grow out. The first is bobby pins. They easily tuck into the hair to help feather hair extension camouflage unwanted bangs and uneven layers. Headbands also work in the same way, elegantly disguising uneven layers, lengths, and bangs. You can also try switching your part, especially if the cut left one side of the hair longer than the other.Another option? Pulling it back into a ponytail. We've got plenty of expert options in the gallery, below. Need a go-to ponytail for day, night, or the office? Danielle Caputo, celebrity hairstylist, shows us three glam styles you can do at home. Peter Buckingham for AOL Style One: The Wrapped Pony lace wigs Part hair on either side, using the iris of your eye as your guide to where it should go. Tip: Use the edge of a comb to ensure a straight line. Peter Buckingham for AOL Pull Back Pull hair directly back to the center of the head: "Brushing hair directly back off the face complements everyone's face shape," says Danielle. Secure the ponytail with an elastic. Peter Buckingham for AOL Perfect Your Pony Get rid of any fly-aways by spraying hair with a light hairspray and gently smoothing through fine-tooth comb. Peter Buckingham for AOL Wrap the Elastic "When you finish the ponytail, it looks more polished to cover the elastic with your own hair," suggests Danielle. Take a small piece at the bottom of your ponytail. front lace wigs Peter Buckingham for AOL The Vanishing Act Wrap the strand of hair all the way around the elastic several times until you have about an inch left. Peter Buckingham for AOL Secure with a Pin Tuck the end of the strand underneath your ponytail and secure with a bobby pin or straight pin. Peter Buckingham for AOL The Wrapped Pony It's that easy! You can dress this sleek ponytail up or down. Peter Buckingham for AOL Style Two: The Twisted Pony Start by gathering the hair low at the nape of the neck. Peter Buckingham for AOL Secure Hair Secure it with an elastic, then gently pull the elastic down a bit to leave a few inches of space above. Peter Buckingham for AOL