Posted Thursday, August 25, 2011 by Jenny Paradise - Beauty,

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HELP! I’m a victim of a bad haircut – give me the scoop on how to go from Halloween hair to haute locks!

Tips to Fix Nightmare Hair
Summer is the perfect season to give your long locks a trim — but when your stylist is too heavy-handed with their shears, your dream bob could end up looking like a mullet straight from the ‘80s. Here are some tips and tricks to repair even the most horrifying hair faux pas.

• Voice Your Woes
  If your hairdresser completely misses the mark on your beloved tresses, let them know that you’re dissatisfied. Complaining about a terrible haircut may make you feel uncomfortable, but speaking up about your hair don’t should prompt the beautician to salvage the situation. A fix or refund is normally on the cards.
   
• Lengthen and Strengthen
  A chop-happy stylist may leave you with too little to work with, in which case you may opt for extensions. Clip-in extensions are the best choice for frugal fashionistas because they’re easy to use and won’t break the bank. If you have the funds, splurge on braided versions. These faux locks will look natural and can lengthen your look without damaging your hair.
   

• Invest in Headpieces
  Fedoras and slouchy beanies add flair to your hair and cover up any unsightly errors. Or, take a cue from Gossip Girl Blair Waldorf and pick up some haute headbands — braids, flowers and sparkle work well as distractions from your ‘do. Runway- ready women looking for a luxe solution can pick up a turban by designer Eugenia Kim (http://eugeniakim.com/), whose headpieces flatter every face shape. For more affordable options, check out the variety of styles at Urban Outfitters (http:// www.urbanoutfitters.com/urban/index.jsp).

• Go-Go Hair Gadget
  Embrace your new look with a fresh perspective. If you live to straighten your mop, toss out that flatiron and try big waves or tight curls instead. Stick-straight strands could be the solution for curly or wavy hair that has been chopped too short. Introducing new style tools into your routine could liven up tired tried-and-true looks, and could become change you believe in!

• Mane Acceptance
  No matter the hair folly, the only way to truly deal with disaster is to toy around with your new locks and accept that they will eventually grow out again. Staying sunny will always brighten your overall look — and is a necessary step when turning lemons into highlights.