The credit crunch is upon us, and one of the first luxuries that gets tossed by the wayside are pricey trips to the salon. Cosmopolitan has a slideshow of 20 different hairstyles that make it easy for long-haired recessionistas to revamp their look without opening their wallet.
For example, the key to get Hilary Duff’s updo right is resisting the urge to make it look too done. Just leave the hair around your face down and gather the rest into a low, super-loose bun.
If you have no idea why your stylish loose and soft curls don’t quite pass muster, maybe you should try some tricks on your fringe. Reese Witherspoon shows how a little work on bangs can make a big difference.
Why This Trend Is Growing
- DIY Hairstyling
- Opportunity for disruptive innovation in creating DIY hairstyling tutorials and products for people who want to revamp their looks without going to the salon.
- Budget Beauty
- Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the beauty industry by offering affordable haircare solutions and products for those on a tight budget.
- Low-maintenance Hair
- Opportunity for disruptive innovation in developing low-maintenance hairstyles and products that cater to busy individuals during times of financial uncertainty.
Industries Being Reshaped
- Beauty and Personal Care
- Opportunity for the beauty and personal care industry to create cost-effective and easy-to-use hairstyling solutions for consumers.
- Online Education
- Opportunity in the online education industry to provide virtual hairstyling courses and tutorials for individuals who want to learn DIY techniques.
- Fashion and Accessories
- Opportunity for the fashion and accessories industry to design hair accessories that complement DIY hairstyles and provide affordable options for consumers.
