The back-to-school prep can be exhausting and expensive, but when it comes to your little ones’ hair, there’s no need to tailspin. Choosing a protective style that lasts for days, or even weeks, can cut down on the morning dash out the door.
Rather than doing it all yourself (yes, you’re forgiven for not having a dab hand with braids), slash the workload by washing and conditioning their hair at home, and book with a stylist to install. For a hint of self-expression, add accessories that coordinate with their uniform.
Back to school must-haves
B.box Sport Spout Bottle, £17.99
The B.box Sport Spout Bottle (£17.99) is a 450ml, durable Tritan™ bottle designed for active kids on the go, featuring an easy tip-and-sip silicone spout with no compression needed and a light valve to prevent spills. Its ergonomic triangular shape fits perfectly in small hands, while the push-button lid pops open and clicks shut for fuss-free drinking. A flexible carry handle and protective bumper add practicality and durability, and the wide opening makes refilling and adding ice cubes simple.
The Banwood Three Wheel Scooter combines timeless design, quality and safety with a light, stable construction that helps kids develop balance, coordination and confidence. Featuring Banwood’s patented Easy Ride Steering System with an adjustable angle control for smooth navigation, the scooter has a height-adjustable T-handlebar with rubber grips, a wide platform with grip tape for comfort and safety, and exclusive details that grow with your child. Perfect for fun adventures, it makes steering simple while supporting motor skill development and endless outdoor play.
Clean Curls Wash Style & Go Trio, £29.97
The Clean Curls Wash, Style and Go Trio is your complete three-step routine to cleanse, hydrate, detangle and define, leaving curls soft, shiny and full of life. Infused with a nourishing blend of coconut, grapeseed, argan and sweet almond oils, this set includes the 250ml Shampoo, 250ml Conditioner and 250ml 2-in-1 Leave-In Curl and Conditioner Mask, taking tired, dry tresses from dull to beautifully bouncy.
Hype Floral Doodle Iconic Backpack, £30
The Hype Kids Purple Floral Doodle Iconic Backpack is the perfect blend of style and practicality, designed to help kids bloom into their best school year. Featuring a vibrant all-over print of purples, pinks and greens, it includes a spacious main compartment, handy front zip pocket and side mesh bottle holder. With padded straps, base and back for comfort, a grab handle, and embossed branded zips with rubber pullers, it’s finished with the embroidered HYPE. crest for a signature touch.
Three textures to choose for the new school year
Achieve pretty and practical protective styles for your mini-me with Lil Looks by Outre in partnership with X-Pression. Cut to kid-friendly lengths, this lightweight hair can be used to create beautiful styles without appearing too heavy or mature. Each bundle is made with resilient fibres that stay neat and damage-free, whatever your little one is up to. Available in a range of natural shades – perfect for school-friendly styling.
Above, from left to right: Outre X-Pression Lil Looks – Water Curl, £5.49; Outre X-Pression Lil Looks – 3X Pre-Stretched, £4; Outre X-Pression Lil Looks – Springy Afro Twist, £5.29
Back to school hair style gallery
