30 Quick Hairstyles For Picture-Perfect Hair When You're In A Pinch

Put-together hair will immediately make you look and feel better — no matter what you're wearing and whether or not you have any makeup on. "Hair matters in relation to our general sense of attractiveness, which is intrinsically connected to our confidence and self-esteem," psychologist Elaine Slater tells Red. "Many associate confidence with feeling in control, and hair is one way that most of us can be in charge in terms of the vast number of ways in which we can alter it. Hair can give us the external appearance of being well managed and in control." However, creating a stunning hairstyle usually takes time, which is something we don't always have a lot of. 

Luckily, there are some hairstyles that can be done in under five minutes and others that you can even achieve on the go. From a variety of braids, buns, and half-updos, we've gathered hairstyles that not only look great but can be created quickly, so that you can still look your best even if you are rushing out of the door. And don't worry, all of these styles are easy and can work on many different textures and lengths of hair, so you don't have to be super skilled in hairstyling to recreate them.

Space buns are a quirky hairstyle that often takes a lot of bravery to rock. After all, not everyone can pretend they're Miley Cyrus circa 2012. If you want to give space buns a go but don't feel like you can't quite yet embrace the look full-out, opt for mini space buns in a half-updo.

All you need to do is separate the top layer of your hair, divide it into two parts, and create messy mini buns on top of your head with them. With this hairstyle, you'll want to embrace the messiness. This means you can absolutely create it quickly. In fact, chances are this style will look its best when styled in a rush!

A bubble ponytail is eye-catching and super easy to create, making it the perfect hairstyle when you want your hair to look more interesting but don't have much time.

All you really need are a couple of hair ties and a brush. Create your go-to ponytail (a high, middle, or low one), and depending on how many bubbles you want, go 2-3 inches below your first hair tie and add another one. Pull the hair between the two hair ties a bit to create the bubble effect. After that, add the next hair tie and repeat all the steps until you reach the end of your hair.

A slicked hairstyle is perfect for those days when your hair is slightly greasy but you don't have the time to wash and style it. However, if you prefer how you look with your hair down, a slicked-back half ponytail provides the best of both worlds. If the hair that remains down looks too greasy, just apply a bit of dry shampoo to it. The hair on the top half should remain shiny and tightly brushed to your head, ending in a super high ponytail.

A messy bun will always be in style. Because it's a hairstyle that is so easy to create, you can literally do so on the go — you don't even need a mirror. If you have fine hair and you find that your messy buns lack volume, consider using a hair donut to add some fullness to the final style.

Another model-inspired hairstyle you can easily recreate is Hailey Bieber's low bun — a signature look that the star has been wearing for years. To achieve it, part your hair down the middle and slick it back into a low ponytail. After that, twist the ponytail into a neat and tight low bun.

A slicked-back low ponytail is always a safe choice, and it works for literally any occasion — no matter how relaxed or formal it is. You can rock this hairstyle with a middle part or a deep side part, whichever you prefer. Since your hair will be out of your face, this hairstyle is perfect if you plan on wearing eye-catching makeup!

Messy space buns will always be fun, and they will immediately give a nostalgic '90s vibe to your look. Essentially, they are like a regular messy bun, except you create it twice. And don't try to hide the end pieces of your hair that stick out — they only add more interest!

A fun way to update a classic low ponytail is to wrap two pieces of hair around its base to give the style an elegant feel. To achieve this look, leave out two thicker pieces of hair on each side of your face, and tie the rest of your hair into a low ponytail. Then take one strand of the leftover hair and wrap it around the hair tie, fixing it in place with a bobby pin. Now repeat the exact same thing with the other strand of hair, and voilà — you're left with a wrap-around low ponytail.

Whether you're channeling your inner Britney Spears circa 1999 or you just feel nostalgic about your youth, schoolgirl pigtails are a classic hairstyle that will never not look cute. While you can opt for low pigtails, which can feel more relaxed, if you want the hairstyle to be dramatic, place the pigtails higher on your head.

A twisted ponytail looks intricate and unusual, but once you get the gist of it, you'll manage to create it in under five minutes. First, you'll need to tie a classic high ponytail. After that, part the hair into two sections and twist each of them in the same direction. Once both strands are tightly twisted, twist them around each other in the opposite direction. Once you tie the end, the braid will stay twisted!

When someone mentions Ariana Grande's hair, the first thing that usually comes to mind is a super high, super sleek, and ultra-long ponytail. To recreate it, make sure you use some hair gel to slick the hair back — you don't want any of that baby hair frizziness. If you have some extensions, feel free to add them to the ponytail for extra length and volume.

A halo braid is a perfect hairstyle for warmer days, as it keeps all of your hair away from your face and your shoulders. If you have very long hair, you can get away with braiding just one braid and wrapping it around your head like a headband — but if your hair is shorter, opt for two braids that will meet at the top of your head. As always, keep everything in place with bobby pins.

A low, slicked-back braid is great for those days you might want to add an overnight oil hair treatment of oil to your mane. In fact, the greasier your hair is, the better the braid will look, as it won't have many flyaways. All you have to do is make sure you're breading it tightly — you don't want this to be a loose messy braid.

An easy way to update a classic bun — regardless of if it's a messy or sleek one — is to add a small scarf to it. All you have to do is pick a scarf that would match your outfit and then tie it around the base of your bun. Even though doing so literally takes less than a minute, you will look like you put so much time and effort into your hair when you're done.

You can never go wrong with a simple classic braid, especially when it's one that you can do without looking in the mirror in any given situation. Messiness always looks intentional with a braid, which means you can create one super quickly without worrying whether pieces of hair are falling out of it. Try the look with a few face-framing tendrils for a soft, romantic feel.