Sometimes, you walk in the salon with high hopes, but step out full of regret. While poor hair cutting skills may be a major factor, you can’t solely blame the stylist for the unfortunate situation. Miscommunication and unrealistic expectations also result in haircut nightmares. The good news? Awful chops are temporary. Remember, hair grows back! But while you’re waiting for your long locks to make a comeback, try these hair styling hacks. We promise, they’ll make dealing with a bad cut more bearable.

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