You’ve just shampooed and conditioned your curly / wavy hair, then flat ironed it.

You’re looking fly, make-up is on point. You grab your coat, ready to take on the day – and then you see rain outside! Why is it that EVERY TIME we curly head girls want to wear a straight look, it rains? No fear. Here are my 5 tips for enduring a rainy day:

5: Apply a dime size amount of serum. I like Biosilk or Paul Mitchell Super Skinny. These products provide a barrier from the rain and your hair, allowing the look to last longer. If your wearing your hair curly, applying a serum will define your curls without it becoming puffy.

4: Umbrella. The less moisture that hits your hair, the better.

3: Accessories. You can use scarves, Barret’s, Bobby pins. I love using Gemtyes. Those are a life savor. They’re bracelets with cute gems on them that you can use as hair ties for ponytails.

2: Braids or twists. You can’t go wrong with braids or twists. Two or three braids or twists the side of your hair up to your ear, and secure with a Bobby pin or clip.

1: Bun it up. A nice chingon can go a long way.

So there you have it! My 5 tips on surviving a rainy day. What are your go to’s for a rainy day? Feel free to comment below and let us know.