I’m Lena, a hairstylist with more than a decade behind the salon chair, and I’ve seen zig zag headband styles move from playful to polished favorites. In this gallery you’ll find 24 creative zig zag headband hairstyles for women—ranging from sleek, office-ready looks to boho braids and textured party updos. These styles flatter all hair types and lengths: straight, wavy, curly, and coily hair can all benefit from the graphic line a zig zag headband creates. The secret is in the prep and placement—use a light texturizing spray on fine hair, add a smoothing serum for frizz-prone textures, and choose headband width to balance your face shape. I’ll guide you on securing bands discreetly with pins, layering braids or twists, and switching up finishes with soft waves or sleek polish. These 24 images are practical, easy to customize, and perfect for anyone who wants a fast, fashionable hair upgrade.
Boho Beach Waves with Braided Headband — Textured Long Hair Style
This relaxed boho look suits medium to thick long hair and works well on naturally wavy or slightly straight hair; fine hair can achieve similar texture with volumizing products and thicker barrel tools. Start on towel-dried hair: apply a heat protectant, then a sea-salt texturizing spray or mousse from mid-lengths to ends. Rough-dry with fingers and a diffuser to enhance natural wave, or blow-dry while scrunching. Create loose waves with a 1 curling wand, alternating direction and leaving the last inch of hair out for a lived-in finish. Add a few tiny, random micro-braids and place a decorative braided headband across the crown for the boho detail. Tools: blow-dryer with diffuser, 1 curling wand, clips, fine-tooth comb, small elastics. Products: thermal protectant, sea-salt spray, light-hold hairspray, smoothing serum, dry shampoo. Difficulty: easy–moderate — requires basic curling and braiding skills. Maintenance: sleep on a silk pillowcase or loosely braid hair overnight, refresh waves with dry shampoo and a spritz of sea-salt spray, touch up with a wand as needed, and trim ends every 8–12 weeks to prevent split ends and keep texture lively.
Curly High Bun with Knotted Scarf — Textured Updo for Wavy & Curly Hair
This relaxed, textured updo works best on naturally curly or wavy hair and on textured relaxed hair; straight hair can achieve the look with texturizing products and light heat styling. Start by applying a leave-in conditioner and curl cream to damp hair, then rough-dry with a diffuser to build volume. Gather hair loosely at the crown into a high bun or “pineapple,” secure with a soft elastic, and use a few bobby pins to shape while keeping the curls airy. Wrap a lightweight scarf or turban band around the head and knot it at the front or slightly off-center; pull a few face-framing tendrils free for softness. Tools: diffuser, wide-tooth comb, soft elastics, bobby pins, tail comb, and a silk or cotton scarf. Products: leave-in, curl cream or mousse, sea-salt spray for texture, light-hold hairspray, dry shampoo, and heat protectant if using heat. Difficulty: easy–moderate (requires basic pinning and balance). Maintenance: refresh with water or curl-refresh spray, re-tuck pins or scarf as needed, sleep on silk, and use dry shampoo between washes to retain lift without weighing curls down.
Loose Boho Waves with Thin Braid and Fabric Headband
This relaxed boho look suits straight to wavy hair in medium to long lengths and works well on fine, medium or slightly thick textures. Start with towel‑dried hair or second‑day hair for better grip. Apply a heat protectant and a light mousse or sea‑salt spray for hold and texture. Section hair and wrap 1–1.25
Boho Textured Crown Braid with Headband and Loose Low Braids
Suitable for medium to long hair (fine to thick), especially wavy or lightly textured hair. This boho crown braid uses a soft headband and two loose low braids to create romantic volume and face-framing pieces. Technique: start with dry textured hair, apply sea-salt spray and mousse, create a deep side part then Dutch-braid or French-braid a 2–3-inch section along the hairline toward the crown; secure under the headband and pancake the braid for width. Gather remaining lengths into two loose braids at the nape, secure with small elastics and gently pull apart strands for softness. Tools needed: rat-tail comb, sectioning clips, elastic bands, bobby pins, 1-inch curling wand (optional). Products required: texturizing or sea-salt spray, lightweight mousse, flexible-hold hairspray, smoothing serum for flyaways, dry shampoo for grip. Difficulty level: intermediate — requires basic braiding and pancake technique. Maintenance tips: refresh texture with dry shampoo, mist with salt spray and re-pancake braids daily; sleep on a silk scarf to reduce frizz; redo braids every 2–3 days to keep shape. For a salon finish, ask for soft layering and face-framing pieces.
Braided Crown with Scarf Headband – Boho Half-Up Updo
This relaxed braided crown with a colorful scarf headband suits medium to long hair and works well on straight, wavy, or slightly textured hair. Fine hair benefits from texturizing products for grip and volume; very thick hair may need light thinning or larger sections for manageability. Technique: create lift at the crown (backcomb or use a volumizing powder), twist or French-braid two front sections toward the back, secure with small elastics and discreet bobby pins, then position a folded scarf as a headband across the hairline and tuck braids beneath it for a polished boho finish. Tools needed: tail comb, paddle brush, sectioning clips, small elastics, bobby pins, and an optional curling iron to add loose waves. Products required: heat protectant, volumizing mousse or powder, dry shampoo for texture, salt or texturizing spray, lightweight smoothing oil, and a flexible-hold hairspray. Difficulty level: easy–moderate (20–30 minutes). Maintenance tips: refresh texture with dry shampoo, loosen braid loops for a softer look, re-pin any slipped pieces, and sleep with a silk scarf or re-tie the band to preserve shape overnight.
Braided Crown Headband with Beachy Waves for Long, Wavy Hair
This braided crown headband paired with loose beach waves is ideal for medium-to-long hair, especially straight to wavy textures and medium to thick densities. Fine hair can be adapted with light teasing or clip-in extensions; very curly hair will benefit from smoothing or working with the natural texture. Styling technique: create soft, undone waves first using a 1 curling wand or flat iron, alternating direction and leaving the ends slightly straighter. Part centrally or slightly off-center. Take two small sections from each temple and French- or Dutch-braid them toward the opposite side (or braid one wider section across the hairline), then secure with clear elastics and discreet bobby pins beneath the hair to form the headband. Tools needed: 1 curling wand or straightener, tail comb, small elastics, bobby pins, paddle or teasing comb. Products: heat protectant, salt or texturizing spray, light-hold flexible hairspray, smoothing serum for flyaways. Difficulty level: medium — requires basic braiding and curling skills (about 20–35 minutes). Maintenance tips: refresh texture with dry shampoo or salt spray, retighten pins after sleep, trim ends every 10–12 weeks, and avoid heavy oils at the roots.
Boho Beachy Waves with Headchain — Textured Long Layered Waves
This relaxed boho style works best on naturally wavy to loosely curly hair and on medium-to-thick densities; fine hair can achieve a similar look with volumizing product and clipped roots, while very curly hair benefits from a light blowout first. Start on damp, towel-dried hair: apply a heat protectant, a volumizing mousse or salt spray and distribute through the mid-lengths and ends. Either diffuse on low for natural texture or blow-dry roughly with your fingers. Create loose waves with a 1 curling wand or a flat iron, wrapping alternating sections away from the face and leaving the ends a bit straighter for a lived-in finish. Tousle with fingers and lock with a flexible-hold texturizing spray. Tools: 1 curling wand or flat iron, blow dryer with diffuser, wide-tooth comb, sectioning clips. Products: heat protectant, sea-salt/texturizing spray, light mousse, flexible hairspray and occasional smoothing serum for frizz control. Difficulty: easy–medium, 20–35 minutes. Maintenance: sleep on a silk pillowcase or in a loose braid, refresh with dry shampoo and salt spray, and schedule trims every 8–12 weeks to preserve layered shape.
Textured Red Curly Updo with Braided Headband and Wispy Fringe
Perfect for naturally wavy to curly hair (medium to thick), this textured updo with a braided fabric headband creates an undone, modern look while keeping bangs soft. Start on towel-dried hair: apply a light leave-in conditioner and a curl-enhancing mousse or cream, then diffuse or air-dry until 80% dry to build natural texture. For extra definition, use a 1 curling wand on random sections. Gather hair loosely at the crown into a low/high messy bun or puff, secure with a soft elastic and anchor with bobby pins; leave face-framing pieces and wispy fringe free. Add a braided fabric headband across the hairline and tuck or pin ends discreetly. Tools: wide-tooth comb, diffuser or curling wand, elastics, bobby pins, tail comb. Products: heat protectant, curl cream or mousse, texturizing/sea-salt spray, light-hold hairspray, dry shampoo for refreshes. Difficulty: easy–medium — approachable for DIY but benefits from practice to master proportions. Maintenance: refresh with dry shampoo and texture spray, retuck loose pieces, sleep on a silk scarf to reduce frizz, and trim bangs every 6–8 weeks.
Boho Braided Fabric Headband with Loose Side Braid — Textured, Face‑Framing Look
This relaxed boho look combines a braided fabric headband with a loose, low side braid and soft face‑framing pieces. Suitable for straight to wavy hair and adaptable for fine, medium or thick textures (for fine hair add volume products; for thick hair smooth with a light cream). Start on second‑day hair or prep fresh hair with a salt spray or light mousse for grip. Create texture with a wide‑tooth comb and rough‑dry; place and secure the braided fabric headband at the crown, pulling out small front pieces to frame the face. Gather hair to one side and form a loose three‑strand or fishtail braid, securing with a small elastic. Tug braid sections for softness and pin any flyaways under the headband with bobby pins. Tools: blow dryer, wide‑tooth comb, tail comb, elastics, bobby pins, optional curling iron. Products: heat protectant, texturizing/sea‑salt spray, light smoothing serum, and flexible hold hairspray. Difficulty: easy–moderate; about 10–20 minutes. Maintenance: refresh texture with dry shampoo or texturizer, retighten pins as needed, and sleep on a silk pillow or wrap to preserve shape.
Textured Crown Braid Updo with Bandana Headband
A relaxed crown braid wrapped with a bandana creates a boho-chic updo that suits everyday wear and events. Best for medium to thick hair—fine hair will benefit from a texturizing spray or lightweight padding/extension for fullness; naturally curly hair can be braided as-is for added texture. Start on dry, second-day hair: mist with sea-salt or texturizing spray, section a front-to-back strip and create a loose French/Dutch braid along the hairline, working around the crown and securing with a small elastic. Tuck the braid and remaining hair into a low, messy bun or pin it around the crown, then position a folded bandana and anchor it with discreet bobby pins. Tools: tail comb, sectioning clips, small elastics, assortment of bobby/U-pins, curling wand or flat iron for shaping face-framing pieces. Products: texturizing/sea-salt spray, dry shampoo, lightweight serum for flyaways, and a flexible-hold hairspray. Difficulty: intermediate (20–35 minutes). Maintenance tips: sleep on a silk pillowcase or rewrap the bandana, refresh volume with dry shampoo, re-pin loosened sections, and mist with flexible hairspray to preserve movement without stiffness.
Textured Low Updo with Boho Fabric Headband and Blunt Fringe
This polished yet relaxed updo suits medium to thick hair and naturally wavy or curly textures; fine hair can achieve the look with added texturizing products or a light padding. Start by smoothing the blunt fringe with a round brush and blow dryer or flat iron for a soft finish. Create loose, 1–1.25 barrel curls through the mid-lengths and ends to add movement, then gently tease the crown for lift. Gather hair into a low twisted bun or pinned chignon, leaving a few face-framing tendrils loose for softness. Place a wide fabric or boho-style headband across the crown, tucking ends behind the bun and adjusting for symmetry. Tools needed: 1 curling wand or iron, round brush, tail comb, sectioning clips, bobby pins and elastic. Products required: heat protectant, salt or texturizing spray for grip, light-hold hairspray, smoothing serum for bangs and dry shampoo for added volume. Difficulty: easy-moderate — salon-friendly but doable at home in 20–35 minutes. Maintenance: refresh tendrils with a spritz of water and texturizer, sleep on a silk pillowcase or wrap with a scarf, and trim bangs every 4–6 weeks to keep the shape.
Textured Twisted Updo with Gold Leaf Headband
Suitable for medium to thick hair and adaptable for fine hair with padding or extensions, this romantic textured twisted updo anchored by a decorative gold leaf headband creates soft volume and vintage charm. Start by applying heat protectant and a volumizing mousse to damp hair and rough-dry with a round brush for lift. Create loose crown sections, twist or loosely braid small sections toward the back and pin them into a low chignon, allowing face-framing tendrils to remain soft. Slip the embellished headband in place, adjust to hide pinwork, and gently pancake twists for fuller texture. Tools: blow dryer, 1 curling wand or flat iron for bend, tail comb, medium bobby pins, hair elastics, and the decorative headband. Products: heat protectant, volumizing mousse or spray, texturizing/salt spray, light-hold hairspray, and a small smoothing serum for flyaways. Difficulty: moderate — a stylist-level finish that an experienced home stylist can achieve in 25–40 minutes. Maintenance: refresh with dry shampoo at the roots, re-pin any loosened pieces, avoid heavy oils near the band, and sleep with a silk scarf to preserve shape. For special events, pre-fit the headband during the trial to ensure comfort.
Crown Braid Headband with Textured Half-Up
This crown braid headband with a textured half-up finish works best on medium to long hair and adapts well to fine, medium and thick textures; very curly hair benefits from a light stretch or blow-dry before braiding. Technique: take a 2–3 inch section from one temple, create a tight 3- or 4-strand braid, secure with a small elastic, then gently pancake the braiding for width. Backcomb lightly at the crown for lift, gather the top section into a loose pouf, tuck the braid across the hairline and anchor discreetly with bobby pins. Leave the lower lengths loose and add soft waves or beachy texture. Tools: tail comb, small elastics, bobby pins, sectioning clips and a 1 curling wand (optional). Products: dry shampoo or texturizing spray, volumizing powder, light-hold hairspray and a small amount of smoothing serum for ends. Difficulty: moderate — 20–30 minutes for a stylist, 30–45 minutes DIY. Maintenance: refresh with dry shampoo, re-pin if needed, sleep with a silk scarf to preserve shape, and avoid heavy oils on the braid to keep volume.
Textured Messy Bun with Bandana — Casual Updo for Wavy or Straight Hair
This relaxed bandana-textured updo suits medium to thick hair and works well on natural waves or curls; fine hair can also achieve the style with added volume or clip-in pieces. Start on towel-dried hair: apply sea-salt spray and rough-dry while scrunching to build grip and texture. Gather hair loosely at the crown and twist into a messy bun or several loose twists, securing with an elastic and bobby pins while leaving a few face-framing tendrils. Fold a bandana into a headband and tie a small knot at the top, tucking the ends for a clean finish. Use a small-barrel curling wand to soften and define the face pieces and balance the shape. Tools needed: blow dryer (diffuser optional), curling wand or flat iron, teasing comb, bobby pins, elastic, and sectioning clips. Products: sea-salt or texturizing spray, light styling cream or serum for frizz control, dry shampoo for extra grip, and a medium-hold hairspray. Difficulty: easy–moderate — salon-friendly and quick with 10–20 minutes practice. Maintenance: refresh with dry shampoo/texturizer, retighten pins as needed, and sleep on a silk pillowcase or wrap to preserve shape.
Boho Curly Updo with Patterned Scarf Headband
This relaxed, bohemian updo is ideal for medium-to-thick naturally curly or wavy hair; it also works on straighter hair after creating texture with a curling iron. Technique: prep hair with a texturizing product, loosely gather curls toward the crown or nape, twist sections and pin them into a soft bun while leaving a few face-framing tendrils. Place a narrow scarf or headband across the hairline and tuck ends under or knot at the back. Tools needed: bobby pins, small clear elastics, tail comb, wide-tooth comb, diffuser (or curling iron for straight hair) and sectioning clips. Products required: lightweight mousse or curl cream, sea-salt spray or texturizer, flexible hold hairspray and a small amount of shine serum. Difficulty level: Easy–Medium — requires basic pinning skills and an eye for balance rather than precision. Maintenance tips: sleep on a silk/satin pillow or wrap with the scarf to preserve curl shape; refresh with a mist of water mixed with curl cream or a light leave-in and scrunch to reactivate; resecure loose pieces with pins and touch up any flattened curls with a small barrel iron. Avoid heavy oils that weigh the style down.
Textured Beach Waves with Boho Headband — Long Layered Hair
Suitable for medium to thick long hair and most textures—especially naturally wavy or slightly straight hair that holds shape. Start on clean, towel-dried hair: apply a heat protectant and a small amount of volumizing mousse at roots. Rough-dry or diffuser-dry while lifting at the crown to create body. Use a 1–1.25 curling wand to wrap 1–2 inch sections away from the face, leaving ends slightly undone for a lived-in effect; alternate directions for natural texture. Lightly run fingers through curls to break them up, then mist with a sea-salt or texturizing spray. Position a thin boho headband across the crown and gently backcomb the section above the forehead for subtle lift; secure with bobby pins if needed. Tools: curling wand, blow dryer (with diffuser or nozzle), vent brush, tail comb, bobby pins. Products: heat protectant, volumizing mousse, texturizing/sea-salt spray, light-hold hairspray, dry shampoo. Difficulty: easy–medium; 15–30 minutes depending on length. Maintenance: refresh with dry shampoo or mist and scrunch, sleep in a loose braid or on a silk pillowcase, and trim layers every 8–12 weeks to keep shape.
Boho Beachy Waves with Textured Half-Up and Headband
A relaxed, salon-friendly boho look: loose, textured beach waves pulled into a soft half-up with a woven headband for a carefree finish. Suitable for fine to medium hair that needs body, and for thicker hair when slightly thinned or layered; naturally curly hair can be enhanced by loosening the curls. Start on towel-dried hair with a heat protectant and sea-salt/texturizing spray, then rough-dry while scrunching to build body. Use a 1 curling wand or flat iron to create uneven waves—alternate directions and curl only mid-lengths to ends. Lightly tease the crown for lift, pull the top section back and secure with bobby pins, then place the headband close to the hairline and loosen a few face-framing strands. Tools: blow dryer with diffuser or nozzle, 1 curling wand or flat iron, wide-tooth comb, teasing brush, bobby pins. Products: heat protectant, sea-salt/texturizing spray, light texturizing powder, flexible-hold hairspray, dry shampoo. Difficulty: Easy–Intermediate (20–30 minutes). Maintenance: refresh with dry shampoo and a few sprays of sea-salt mist, sleep in a loose braid or silk scarf, and trim ends every 8–12 weeks to prevent frizz.
Boho Headband Tousled Beach Waves — Natural Wavy/Curly Hair Style
This relaxed boho look suits naturally wavy to curly hair and medium to thick textures; fine hair can achieve similar volume with light layering and root-lifting products. Start with damp, towel‑blotted hair: apply a small amount of leave‑in conditioner or curl cream through mid‑lengths, then scrunch to encourage wave formation. For faster results, diffuse on low heat while cupping sections to boost texture, or loosely braid two to three sections and air dry for a softer wave. Place a wide fabric headband across the crown, tucking front pieces slightly for face‑framing tendrils. Tools needed: diffuser, wide‑tooth comb, hair ties/clips, optional 1
Boho Crown Braid with Loose Beachy Waves — Romantic Half-Up Style
Suitable for medium to long hair and most textures (fine, medium, or thick), this boho crown braid with loose beachy waves works best on hair with some natural wave or light layering. Salon technique: create soft, face-framing sections, then braid a narrow Dutch or French braid along the hairline on each side and pin them across the crown, or use a pre-braided headband for faster styling. Finish the lengths with 1–1.25 curling wand waves, then gently finger-comb to soften for a lived-in finish. Tools needed: curling wand, tail comb, sectioning clips, paddle brush, small elastics and plenty of bobby pins. Products required: heat protectant, lightweight mousse or sea-salt spray for texture, a medium-hold hairspray, and dry shampoo for second-day grip. Difficulty level: intermediate — requires basic braiding and curling skills; allow 30–45 minutes. Maintenance tips: sleep on a silk pillowcase or loosely wrap in a silk scarf, refresh texture with a spritz of sea-salt spray or dry shampoo, and re-pin any loosened braids in the morning. Avoid heavy oils at the roots to preserve volume.
Braided Pearl Halo with Soft Vintage Waves
Classic braided pearl halo paired with soft vintage waves — ideal for shoulder-length to mid-length hair. Works best on fine to medium textures where the braid and accessory add visible volume; thick hair can be thinned or layered for manageability. Start by prepping hair with a lightweight volumizing mousse and heat protectant. Create loose vintage waves with a 1 curling iron, brushing out to soften. Section and French-braid or Dutch-braid along the hairline on both sides, or use a pre-made braided pearl headband; secure ends with small elastics and discreet bobby pins behind the crown. Backcomb lightly at the roots for lift, then position the braided accessory and pin through the braid to anchor it. Tools: tail comb, sectioning clips, 1 barrel curling iron, boar-bristle brush, bobby pins, small elastics. Products: heat protectant, volumizer or mousse, light texturizing spray, smoothing serum for ends, flexible-hold hairspray. Difficulty: moderate — achievable at home with practice (30–45 minutes). Maintenance: sleep on a silk pillowcase, refresh waves with a spritz of water or texturizer and finger-curl; re-pin loose braid sections and avoid heavy oils near pearls to keep the accessory bright.
Boho Headband with Loose Waves and Side Braids
Suitable for medium-to-thick, long hair and most textures — especially naturally wavy or straight hair that takes texture well. On fine or super-slick hair add texturizing products or a light tease at the roots; curly hair can be smoothed slightly or braided as-is for a more bohemian finish. Technique: Prep hair with a heat protectant and texturizing spray. Create a shallow Dutch or three-strand braid along the hairline and a second small braid at one side; leave the rest of the hair loose. Use a 1 curling wand or flat iron to add soft, undone waves, then gently pull the braids apart to pancake for volume. Position a fabric headband across the forehead, secure braids behind it with bobby pins, and tuck ends underneath the band for a seamless look. Tools: 1 curling wand or flat iron, rat-tail comb, sectioning clips, small elastics, bobby pins. Products: heat protectant, sea-salt or texturizing spray, lightweight oil/serum, flexible-hold hairspray. Difficulty: Moderate — requires comfortable braiding and heat-styling skills. Time: 20–30 minutes. Maintenance: Refresh texture with dry shampoo or sea-salt spray, re-secure loose braid ends as needed, sleep with a silk scarf to reduce frizz, and trim flyaways regularly to keep the look polished.
Boho Halo Braid with Loose Beachy Waves
Suitable for medium-to-long lengths, this boho halo braid with beachy waves works best on naturally wavy to straight hair. Fine hair can be boosted with texturizing products and root-lifting mousse; thicker or coarse hair may need smoothing prep before styling. Technique: start on dry hair — apply heat protectant and a light texturizing mousse. Create loose, undone waves using a 1–1.25 curling wand or a flat iron, alternating curl directions and leaving the ends slightly straighter for a modern finish. Take small sections from each temple, braid into two three-strand braids (or one continuous braid across the hairline), gently pancake the braids for width and pin them across the crown with discreet bobby pins tucked under the hair. Tools needed: 1–1.25 curling wand or flat iron, tail comb, sectioning clips, bobby pins, small elastics and a paddle brush. Products: heat protectant, sea-salt or texturizing spray, lightweight oil or serum for ends, flexible-hold hairspray and dry shampoo. Difficulty: Easy–Medium (20–35 minutes). Maintenance: sleep on silk or loosely braid to preserve waves, refresh with water + texturizer or dry shampoo, and trim ends every 8–12 weeks to prevent fraying.
Boho Beach Waves with Crown Braid — Long Wavy Hair Styling
This boho beach-wave look with a delicate crown braid suits shoulder-length to long hair and works best on naturally wavy or slightly textured hair. For fine hair, use a volumizing mousse and lighter products; for thick or coarse hair, add smoothing cream to control frizz. Start on damp, towel-dried hair: apply a heat protectant, a small amount of sea-salt spray or mousse, then rough-dry with a diffuser for enhanced wave. Create the crown braid by sectioning two small pieces at each temple and doing a loose Dutch or rope braid across the hairline, pinning discreetly at the opposite side. For added wave definition, use a 1
Boho Half-Up Waves with Double Braided Headband
This romantic half-up style suits medium to long lengths and works best on fine to medium-textured hair; thick hair will also hold the look but may require smaller, tighter braids or extra pins. Start by creating loose waves with a 1 curling iron or wand, curling away from the face in alternating directions for natural movement. Section the top crown and either braid two small pieces from each side or use a pre-braided headband, then lay them across the crown and anchor with discreet bobby pins. Pull out a few face-framing tendrils and lightly tousle the waves with fingers for softness. Tools: 1 curling iron or wand, rat-tail comb, round brush, bobby pins, small elastics. Products: heat protectant, light mousse or sea-salt spray for texture, flexible-hold hairspray, texturizing powder or dry shampoo at the roots, and a small amount of smoothing serum on ends. Difficulty: easy–intermediate, 15–30 minutes. Maintenance: refresh texture with dry shampoo, re-pin loose braids as needed, sleep on a silk pillow or loose braid to preserve waves, and touch up curls with a quick wand pass.
As a professional, my best advice is to treat zig zag headband styles as a versatile finishing touch rather than a single look. Start with healthy, well-conditioned hair—regular trims, a weekly deep conditioning mask, and a leave-in or heat protectant will extend the life of heat styling and keep textures smooth. Match the headband material to the look: soft fabric or satin for sleep-friendly, gentle wear; metallic or embellished bands for events; and flexible plastic or elastic for secure, everyday looks. Secure the band with tiny bobby pins behind the ears or under a braid to prevent slipping, and use a light-hold spray or texturizer to maintain shape without stiffness. Practice a few of the 24 styles to find what complements your face and routine—once you nail placement and prep, you’ll be able to create a polished, salon-inspired look in minutes. If you have specific hair concerns, bring photos to your stylist and we’ll adapt the techniques to your texture and length.