How to manage your hair in the tropics

It was a battle between the curler and the straightener.

My husband laughed.

I told him it was Important.

I have discovered that it is Important for all of about 5 mintues here. And then the kirby grips and hair bobbles take over.

What am I talking about?

My hair, dummy! I am a blow dry and style kind of girl. Or at least I was until, oh, about 2 weeks ago.

Here I am at 07.16am, getting ready for the first outing of the day - dog walking (before it gets too hot):

 

 

And then at 08.13am:

 



Any tips for sleek and shiny locks in the tropics?

Looking at the local ladies is no help at all. Their braids are phenomenal, but would just not suit me. Believe me, I tried it as a kid on holidays. First of all, it hurts so much getting it done. (Although when I ask the kids around if it hurts, they look at my like I am mad). Secondly, I will just have a sunburnt scalp I am sure.

I vow not to give up and pony tail every day.....

Mais c'est la vie maintenant!

Bisous x