Editor's note: The following post is written by our guest writer Tabatha Coffey, professional hairstylist and author of the new book It's Not Really About the Hair.

While bad hair is rarely a life or death situation, the truth is that hair emergencies do happen — and always at the worst possible time. Luckily for us all, most of these urgent matters don't require professional attention and have quick fixes that can temporarily get you out of a beauty jam until your next salon appointment.


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