First date hair dos and don’ts

So, the gentleman you have had a crush on for some time finally asks you out. You want to look your best, as first impressions are said to be lasting impressions.

As you figure out what to wear from head to toe, remember to also give your hair the attention it deserves.

Today, I share some of the dos and don’ts as far as first date hair is concerned.

First dates tend to be accompanied by nervousness. We find ourselves trying on numerous outfits and talking to ourselves in the mirror as we figure out how we would describe ourselves.

We end up forgetting other things, like what the man will think about our hair when he first sees it.

The single men I have had a chat with regarding their dating experience all said they do notice their girlfriends’ hair. I will consider their thoughts to put down a few dos and don’ts:

Maintain the original colour of your hair: Some of us are unfortunate as we start greying at an early age, some as young as 17 years. If you fall in this category, ensure the grey is not visible by dying it. Grey roots misrepresent one’s age, and a man will quickly notice it. Grey roots also look unkempt and sloppy. A single girl must always look put together when looking for a partner.

Trim dead ends: Hair that has dead ends looks dull, unhealthy, frizzy, dry and unnatural. A man will definitely notice hair that looks good, that is, shiny and healthy. Smooth out those ends by getting them trimmed. Frizzy hair will shout that you really do not care about how you look generally.

Do not overdo it: Consider where you are meeting your date before you style your hair. Just like not any outfit suits any event, hair, too, needs to be appropriate for the occasion. If your outing will be full of action, a simple ponytail will do just fine. Being overdone may send the message that you are high maintenance, and this may put off some men.

Put in some effort: Your man will love it if you look like you took some time to look good for him. Date night is one of the times you can take your daily look a notch higher.

Keep it simple and natural: Like I keep saying, most of our men hate weaves. If you have to wear a weave, keep it simple; the straighter the better, although some men may prefer curls.

Don’t play with your hair: Many women do this when nervous. Try and stay calm, and show your man you are interested with a flirty flip.

Show your face: Avoid hairstyles that cover your face — a man needs to see your beauty in full. You don’t have to pull back your hair unless you are ultra-confident, but a toned down look is a definite ‘yes’!