The 'ballet bun' (or, more accurately, hair-just-scraped-back-off-our-faces) is the go-to hairstyles for mums across the globe.
The reasons for this are plentiful, like nothing hides the fact that we can't remember the last time we actually got around to washing our hair, or the simple fact that this "style" can be created in four seconds flat, in between trying to get all members of the household dressed in the morning and locating car keys, lunch boxes and gym bags.
Basically, we would be lost without this hairstyle during daylight hours, but did you know that you should, in fact, also be
sleeping with your hair twisted into a knot?
According to the experts, sleeping with your hair in a bun has all sorts of benefits. Like:
1. No more messy hair in the morning
Sleeping in a loose bun prevents your hair from getting messed up during the night.
2. It combats frizz
If you tend to wake up looking like you slept with your fingers in the electric socket, sleeping with your hair in a bun will be a lifesaver. If you loose hair isn't rubbing against your pillowcase (remember cotton sucks moisture from your hair, silk is better) at night, you will have less frizz. That's a simple fact.
3. It softens your hair
Like braiding, the bun helps to trap moisture in your hair. The best option is to use an old-school scrunchie as it is gentle on the hair and it wouldn’t create weird creases.
4. It adds texture
If you twirl your hair into a bun before bedtime, you will wake up the next morning and be able just to remove your scrunchie and shake out some beautiful loose waves. Tip: Rub some texture cream into your damp hair before you start, and you will look like a total babe when you wake up. Promise.
5. It adds volume
Sleeping with your hair twisted into a bun will make all sorts of texture and bouncy waves happen in your hair. Your roots will be gently lifted while you sleep, so your hair will naturally be more voluminous the next morning. Meaning; when you let your locks free, you will (almost!) look like you just had a blow-dry done. Just let down, spray and go. Hello, hot mama!
