20 Cute and Easy Hairstyles for Girls: Perfect for School and Pla

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Styling a little girl’s hair cutely and choosing the right hair clips and ties to suit her face is a daily joy for mothers. But do you know how to style your little girl’s hair so she looks adorable and can play comfortably without worrying about tangles? Let AVAKids guide you through this article!

Simple Hairstyles for Little Girls

The Top Knot/Bun

The top knot is one of the simplest hairstyles for little girls, and any mother can do it. If your little princess has a chubby, round face, a top knot combined with cute bows is a great idea!

To achieve this hairstyle, gently brush your child’s hair towards the top of her head and tie it into a ponytail. Then, twist the ponytail into a bun shape and secure it with another elastic band. Finally, you can add a bow to make her hair even cuter.

Two Braids

Two braids will make your little one stand out and look even more adorable. This hairstyle is easy to do and doesn’t take much time. After brushing your child’s hair until smooth, part it from the top of the head down into two equal sections and tie each section with an elastic band.

Next, divide each section into three smaller, equal strands and braid them by alternately placing each strand over the other two until you reach the end of the hair, then tie it off. Repeat on the other side. You can then add ribbons or bows for extra cuteness.

Two braids for your little one

Two braids for your little one

Two Twisted Buns

Two twisted buns paired with bangs slightly higher than the eyebrows will accentuate your child’s cute, round face. The method is extremely simple: just brush the hair, divide it into two equal parts, twist each side into a bun, and secure with elastic bands.

Two twisted buns for added cuteness

Two twisted buns for added cuteness

Natra Buns

If your little one is a fan of the classic animated film Nezha, these playful and adorable Natra buns will be a fun choice!

Gently brush your child’s hair and divide it into two equal parts. Tie each part into a ponytail. Then, fold the ponytail in half like rabbit ears and secure with an elastic band. For short hair, you can tie it into small buns.

Natra buns for little girls

Natra buns for little girls

Bubble Braids/Segmented Ponytail

If your child has long, thick hair, you should try bubble braids. It’s very simple: just use small, colorful elastic bands to tie the hair into equal segments, then gently pull the sides of each segment to make them puff out. Bubble braids are neat and don’t feel heavy, suitable for school with a posture-correcting backpack or for outings and playtime.

A hairstyle that only takes 3 minutes

A hairstyle that only takes 3 minutes

Two High Ponytails

This common hairstyle is suitable for children with short hair, and looks good for both school and play. Similar to the styles above, divide the hair into two equal parts, brush each side smoothly, and tie them up. This is a modern, dynamic style that’s also incredibly quick and easy.

Two high ponytails paired with trendy Kitten 22039-C6 children's glasses

Two high ponytails paired with trendy Kitten 22039-C6 children’s glasses

Half-Updo

If mom is busy, dad can do this super simple hairstyle for your little one, no matter how clumsy he is. Just divide the hair into top and bottom sections, and use an elastic band or claw clip to secure the top section. It will be prettier and have more of an accent if dad adds a bow, headband, or ribbon!

A simple and easy half-updo for little girls

A simple and easy half-updo for little girls

Low Ponytail with Braided Bangs

In addition to the simple hairstyles above, for more formal occasions requiring elegance, you can style your child’s hair with a low ponytail and braided bangs.

Brush your child’s hair until smooth and part it into two sections. Take a small section of hair near the temple and braid it. Then, gather the braided section with the remaining hair at the back and tie it together. Repeat on the other side. Finally, fold the ponytail into a small bun and secure it with a pretty clip.

Low ponytail with braided bangs

Low ponytail with braided bangs

Fun and Funky Hairstyle

You can add this hairstyle to your collection of cute hairstyles for your little one. Following a curved line along the top of the head, take 3 or 4 evenly spaced strands of hair and tie them with small elastic bands. Then, combine the tied sections with the remaining hair and tie it all together. This style is more suitable for short hair than long hair.

Try this fun and funky hairstyle for your little one

Try this fun and funky hairstyle for your little one

Half-Braided Hairstyle with Bow

Little girls will look adorable with this simple, dynamic, and stylish hairstyle. Braid a few small braids on one side of the head and tie them together, leaving the other side untouched. Then, clip a colorful bow at the base of the braids for a pop of color.

Half-braided hairstyle with bow

Half-braided hairstyle with bow

Side Ponytail

This isn’t a particularly new or complicated hairstyle, and your child can even learn to do it herself. Instead of a regular ponytail, tie it to the side for a unique look. Although simple, the side ponytail is cute and dynamic.

Simple and stylish side ponytail

Simple and stylish side ponytail

Criss-Cross Ponytail

It looks complicated, but this hairstyle is actually very easy. First, divide your child’s hair into two sections and take two small, symmetrical strands, tying them into high ponytails on top of the head.

Then, cross the left strand over to the right, tie in another strand of hair, and do the same with the right strand. Continue criss-crossing once more on both sides. You can also adapt and get creative as you like. With just a few simple steps, your child will have a unique and impressive hairstyle.

Impressive criss-cross ponytail

Impressive criss-cross ponytail

Half-Up Top Knot

Instead of a single bun on top of the head or two small buns on either side, the half-up top knot is a bit more stylish. Create a top knot as described above, but leave some hair down at the nape of the neck. This style makes your child look both dynamic and gentle, feminine.

Half-up top knot for little ones

Half-up top knot for little ones

Twisted and Tucked Hairstyle

Simply part the hair in two, twist both sides lightly, and tie them together. Then, take the ponytail and flip it inwards. Take a strand of hair from the ponytail and wrap it around the elastic band. Finally, secure the wrapped hair with a bobby pin. Quick and easy!

Gentle and feminine hairstyle

Gentle and feminine hairstyle

2/3 Braid with Side Ponytail

This is a beautiful hairstyle that mothers often choose for active little girls with long hair. First, take a small section of hair from the bottom right or left, then braid it diagonally across to the opposite side for about 2/3 of the head, then stop. Finally, gather the remaining hair and tie it into a side ponytail.

Stylish diagonal braid with side ponytail

Stylish diagonal braid with side ponytail

Princess Hairstyle

The princess hairstyle is very popular with little girls because it’s gentle and elegant. To create this style, braid two low braids, then bring each braid over the top of the head to the opposite side and secure with bobby pins.

Absolutely gorgeous princess hair

Absolutely gorgeous princess hair

Side Braid

Without needing any fancy accessories, your little one will still look beautiful with a side braid. Add a pretty headband to make it even more adorable!

Side braid

Side braid

Three Section Braid

Braiding hair into three sections is another popular hairstyle for little girls. Divide the front top section of the hair into three parts, then braid them symmetrically. Adding a ribbon or a cute bow will create a beautiful accent.

A ribbon or bow will make your child's hair more beautiful

A ribbon or bow will make your child’s hair more beautiful

Ponytail with Braided Tail

This hairstyle gives your little one a charming and unique look. She will feel confident playing and learning with this new style. It’s easy: just tie the hair into a ponytail, braid the tail, and tie it off.

Adorable ponytail with braided tail

Adorable ponytail with braided tail

Simple and Neat Bun

Another simple hairstyle for busy days is the neat bun. In just 2 minutes, tie your child’s hair high in the middle of her head into a ponytail, twist the ponytail, and wrap it into a bun. Secure it with bobby pins or, for a quicker option, use an elastic band.

Neat and elegant bun

Neat and elegant bun

Tips for Caring for Your Child’s Hair

Wash Hair Regularly

Children are often very active and participate in many activities throughout the day, so their sebaceous glands are constantly producing oil, especially on the scalp. Therefore, in addition to bathing, you should also pay attention to washing your child’s hair regularly.

Many mothers believe that frequent hair washing can make children sick, but this can unintentionally lead to fungal and bacterial growth on the scalp, causing itching. Therefore, wash your child’s hair 3-4 times a week with mild shampoo or baby wash to ensure the scalp and hair are always clean, dry, and soft.

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Brush Hair Regularly

Regular brushing helps children relax, improves blood circulation, stimulates the nervous system, and prevents fungal infections and scalp inflammation.

However, choosing the right brush is also crucial. Hard-bristled brushes can cause pain and damage the scalp and hair follicles. Choose soft-bristled brushes with wide teeth to avoid scalp irritation and make your child more comfortable.

Also, avoid brushing your child’s hair when it’s wet. Wet hair is at its weakest and can easily break if brushed too vigorously. Gently towel-dry your child’s hair instead.

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Use Soft Hair Ties

Use soft hair ties instead of thick, hard adult elastics. Tie gently and not too tightly to prevent breakage and scalp pain. Also, gently massage your child’s scalp when removing hair ties and clips to stimulate hair follicle growth.

Dry Hair Properly

Hair dryers can quickly dry hair, but frequent or improper use can cause dryness, damage, and even health problems. Limit the use of hair dryers in the summer and use a soft towel instead.

The appropriate way to use a hair dryer on a child is at a temperature of around 135°F (57°C). When using the hot setting, keep the dryer about 8 inches (20 cm) away from the hair. Switch to the cool setting when the hair is almost dry and continue drying until completely dry.

Limit Chemical Use

Some mothers want to style their children’s hair early on with perms, straightening, or coloring. Children’s hair is typically fine and delicate, and their scalps are thin, so chemical treatments can cause damage, leading to inflammation, allergies, peeling, breakage, and weakening of the hair, which can be difficult to repair later.

We hope the above sharing will help you learn more simple yet cute and pretty hairstyles for little girls. To purchase products or if you have any questions, please visit avakids.com or contact our hotline 1900.866.874 for free consultation!