Whether you’re wrangling a wiggly five-year-old or just helping your middle schooler decide on a new look for the school year, haircare is one of the greatest bonding rituals between parents and daughters. But which styles can be achieved with a minimum of fuss and the approval of your littlest critic? Here are six efforts that will make her smile every time.

The Braid Waves

If your daughter wants wavy hair but hates sitting still for the curlers, a neat shortcut is to braid her hair before running it under a hot iron. When you undo the braid, she’ll have gorgeous natural waves in a fraction of the time.

The Sock Bun

Tired of her buns always drooping by the end of ballet practice? Cut off the toes of a new sock and peel back the ends to roll it into a tight circle. Put it at the bottom of your daughter’s ponytail; begin rolling once again. By the time it reaches her nape, you’ll have a picture-perfect bun that won’t come down no matter how many times she pirouettes.

The Fishtail

Uniquely stylish, the fishtail is created with the same technique as a braid but with only two sections of hair overlapping instead of three. Toss it over her shoulder for a sleek, grown-up look, or pin it to the back of her head for school.

The High Ponytail

High ponytails are a staple of the upbeat, preppy look popularized by young celebrities like Ariana Grande. But what’s the secret to making them so bouncy? Turn your daughter’s head upside down before gathering the ponytail.

The Lace Braid

Also known as a “half-French braid,” you secure this look by starting a French braid close to the scalp but allowing strands to slip free as you get

further and further down her hair. By the time you reach the end, the braid should be loose, messy and gorgeously casual.

The Bowtie

Part your daughter’s hair down the middle, then put it into a half-ponytail, leaving two big chunks on either side of her face. Take those chunks and wrap them once under the ponytail so they’ll stay put. Once they’re secure, tie them into a bow at the back of her head like a ribbon! For more ideas, take a look at this list of hairstyles.

Use these tips to turn your daughter’s haircare into less of a battle. Remember, your days together now are the golden ones, and you’re going to miss them when she goes off to college.