Steal hearts with these Valentine’s Day hair tutorials!
Looking at the same old hairstyle in the mirror gets boring, right? Valentine’s Day is the perfect excuse to shake things up and try something fun and festive. Love is in the air! This year, why not embrace the season with hairstyles that literally wear your heart on your head?
Heart-shaped braids, buns, and updos are taking over social media, and they’re easier to create than you might think. Get excited because we’ve rounded up 6 adorable heart-shaped hairstyles that’ll make this special day unforgettable!
Grab your curling iron if your hair needs some texture, then pull the top section into a half ponytail. Next, topsy-tail it by flipping the ponytail through itself. Divide that ponytail into two equal sections and twist each one tightly.
Now comes the fun part! Secure both twisted ends together with an elastic band, and watch as they naturally form a heart shape. You won’t see anything prettier than that! This Valentine’s Day look works great for medium to long hair and gives you that romantic vibe without trying too hard.
Start by creating two low pigtails and flipping them through for added volume. Braid a small section just below each elastic and secure with another hair tie. Now, section off a thin strand of hair and pull it upward, securing the base with an elastic while dividing it into two sections.
This creates the foundation for molding a heart shape out of your hair strands. Depending on your hair length, you can add multiple hearts as you continue braiding down. Repeat the same process on the opposite side, and you’re set to spread love wherever you go!
This style is perfect if you’re working with shorter hair or an outgrown bob. Create two classic pigtails using just the top strands of your hair. Divide each pigtail into two sections, then attach another elastic to one of those sections.
Part this strand in two to form a cute little heart, then tie it down to the base of your pigtail. You get adorable mini hearts that frame your face and add a playful touch to your look. This is a great way to style hair that’s in that awkward growing-out phase!
Use a rat tail comb to create a heart-shaped parting on one side of your head. The precision makes all the difference here! Once you’ve got your heart parting just right, create a mini braid along the curved line.
Secure it with a bobby pin so it sits like a headband across your head. This subtle style is perfect if you want something romantic but not too over-the-top for work or casual outings.
Start with a classic high ponytail at the crown of your head. Take a bun pad and use extra elastics to mold it into a heart shape (this takes a bit of patience, but totally pays off!).
Attach the shaped pad to your ponytail base and drape your hair over it, making sure the heart shape stays visible through the coverage. Tuck in any loose ends with bobby pins and leave out the front tendrils for those romantic vibes we all love.
Create two side braids, but stop a couple of inches from the ends. Secure with elastics, leaving those tails loose. Divide each tail into two sections and create two mini braids from them. Bring both mini braids upward and tie them together with an elastic at the top.
Flip the ends back down and secure them together at the bottom for a perfect braided heart. Add pink ribbons for the ultimate soft girl core aesthetic and shine bright all day long!
Valentine’s Day is your chance to show your hair some serious love with these heart-shaped styles. Each look brings its own charm, and they’re all totally doable at home with just a few elastics and bobby pins.
Don’t stop here, though! Check out our Virtual Hairstyle Try-On or download the HairHunt app (iOS, Android) for even more daily hair styling ideas that’ll keep you looking fresh long after February 14th rolls around!
