Slicked designer ponytails work well if you desire it simple or sophisticated, but the main purpose is for longevity. I would say two weeks tops for me. OK, for other people, I'll give you three weeks. No longer....and that all depends on how the style holds up. It varies depending on if you received a fresh relaxer the same day. Then, yes, three weeks maybe fine. But otherwise, Ladies, please let the old go and go get a fresh hairstyle.
Don't Hold On To The Old Pony when.....
1. the smoothness of your hair begin to crack/separate.
2. when you have to keep applying gel to reslick it.
3. it looks dull and flaky.
Please don't let it get to this extreme. The least you can do is shampoo your own hair, blow it out and style until you can get to your hairstylist.
Better yet, call me at 973-572-2819 * Darlene, The Hair Dr.