This hairstyle is super fast and easy, which makes it a great go to for rushed mornings or days when you want to look instantly put-together – I wore this style running errands in the city and it was PERFECT!
How to do this
1. Start with clean, detangled hair and apply a smoothing serum to damp hair before rough-drying smooth using the ionic hair dryer listed below.
2. Create a clean side part using a fine-tooth tail comb, sweeping the front sections smoothly behind your ears.
3. Gather all your hair back toward the center of the back of your head at the occipital bone, keeping the sides neat and taut.
4. Twist the gathered ponytail tightly upwards and fold it back down onto itself to create a compact vertical loop or roll.
5. Secure the twist firmly in place across the middle using the gold metal claw clip listed below.
6. Tame any unruly flyaways around the hairline and sides using the styling edge wax stick listed below.
7. Mist all over with the flexible hold hairspray listed below to ensure the updo holds all day while maintaining a natural, soft finish.
Soft, sun-lit waves with that perfect chocolate-to-blonde fade. This ombre melt is seriously the lowest maintenance blonde you can get because your roots just grow out totally seamlessly without any harsh lines. Styled with loose barrel waves, it gives the dreamiest golden-hour boho vibe that works just as well for weekend farmers markets as it does for a summer wedding.
How to do this
1. Start on freshly washed, towel-dried hair and distribute a nickel-sized amount of the lightweight heat protectant smoothing cream listed below from mid-lengths to ends.
2. Blow-dry using a large ceramic round brush, lifting at the root for natural body and smoothing down the shaft to keep the cuticle sleek.
3. Once totally dry, section your hair into horizontal layers and prep each section using the flexible hold heat spray listed below.
4. Take a 1.25-inch curling wand or iron and wrap wide vertical sections around the barrel away from the face, leaving the bottom 1 to 2 inches of the ends uncurled for that relaxed, modern vibe.
5. Let each wave cool completely so the pattern locks into place, then gently rake through your locks with your fingers or a wide-tooth comb to soften them into loose S-waves.
6. Spritz all over with the dry texturizing spray listed below at the roots and mid-lengths to add effortless volume and separation.
7. Finish off with a tiny drop of the lightweight hair styling oil listed below patted over the ends to add a glossy sheen and tame any outdoor flyaways.
This tousled pixie cut is super chic and effortless, which makes it an amazing go-to cut if you want maximum style with minimal morning fuss – I wore a cut like this all summer and it was seriously so easy to style!
How to do this
1. Start on freshly washed, damp hair and prep with a lightweight styling mousse using the volumizing foam listed below.
2. Blow-dry using your fingers and the directional ionic blow dryer listed below, pushing the hair forward from the crown towards your forehead to build that soft, piecey fringe.
3. Use a small round brush or flat brush to gently bevel the ends around the crown and temples for soft movement.
4. Warm a pea-sized amount of the matte styling paste listed below between your palms and work it through the mid-lengths and ends to define individual layers.
5. Gently piece out your bangs and sideburns to create an airy, face-framing effect.
6. Finish with a quick spritz of the dry texturizing spray listed below to keep the tousled volume locked in all day.
If you want to give a classic blunt bob some serious edge, this high-contrast look is an absolute statement. The blonde framing streaks through the bangs draw all the attention straight to your eyes and cheekbones, and it keeps that effortlessly cool Y2K vibe going without having to bleach your whole head.
How to do this
1. Start by sectioning off the front bangs and face-framing fringe sections from the rest of the dark hair using alligator sectioning clips.
2. Subdivide the bangs so the outer vertical edges and temple pieces are isolated, then lift them to a pale blonde level 9/10 using the professional bleach powder and developer listed below.
3. Apply a deposit-only toner using the cool blonde conditioning toner listed below to neutralize brassiness and achieve a clean creamy blonde tone on the lightened pieces.
4. Cut the bangs straight across right at eyebrow level with sharp hair cutting shears, then bevel the sides to curve inwards toward the jaw.
5. Smooth down the entire style using the ceramic flat iron listed below, curling the ends slightly inward toward the chin to frame the face.
6. Finish with a light mist of the shine spray listed below to give both the dark base and blonde color blocks a glass-like glossy finish.
Are you craving a bold contrast without committing to a full head of bleach? This flirty lob with high-contrast blonde curtain bangs is your dream match. It gives all the retro 90s vibes with an edgy modern twist, framing your face like pure magic. Who wouldn't love a quick, stylish boost like this?
How to do this
1. Start by sectioning off two neat triangular pieces at the front hairline to isolate the money piece sections, then lift them to a pale yellow using the hair lightening bleach powder listed below.
2. Tone the lightened front pieces to a bright golden blonde with the brass toning shampoo listed below to keep the shade clean and vibrant.
3. Apply a smoothing blowout heat primer using the heat protectant spray listed below over damp hair from mid-lengths to ends.
4. Blow dry using the ceramic round brush listed below, rolling the ends outward at the collarbone to create that signature retro flipped silhouette.
5. Direct your curtain bangs forward and roll them upward and away from the face with the round brush, then let them cool in place to secure the bouncy swoop.
6. Mist lightly with the flexible hold hairspray listed below to lock in the outward flicks and maintain sleek separation throughout the day.
Classic double Dutch braids that keep all your hair completely out of your face. I love doing these for gym days, farmers market runs, or when it's day-three hair and I just can't be bothered to wash it. They look super sporty and put-together without feeling like you tried too hard.
How to do this
1. Start by parting clean, dry or slightly damp hair straight down the middle from your forehead to the nape of your neck using the tail comb listed below.
2. Clip one side completely out of the way with sectioning clips so you have a clean workspace on the first side.
3. Apply a small amount of the smoothing styling cream listed below through the lengths to keep flyaways tamed and provide grip.
4. Take a small triangular section right at the front hairline, divide it into three equal pieces, and begin a Dutch braid by weaving the outside strands *under* the middle strand.
5. As you work down along the curve of your head, incorporate small, even sections of hair into each outside strand before crossing it under the center.
6. Keep consistent tension as you braid past the nape of your neck, transitioning into a classic three-strand braid underhanded until you have about 2-3 inches left at the ends.
7. Secure the ends with a clear mini elastic band listed below, then repeat the exact same steps on the opposite side.
8. Gently tug at the outer loops of each braid stitch (pancaking) to give them extra width and a fuller appearance, then lock everything down with a mist of the flexible hold hairspray listed below.
This is definitely the ultimate 90-second hairstyle when you want to look put-together without putting in any real effort. It keeps your hair completely off your neck while still showing off dimensional highlights, and leaving those soft wispy pieces out around your cheeks makes the whole look feel relaxed and naturally chic.
How to do this
1. Start by gently misting your roots and lengths using the lightweight texturizing spray listed below to give your hair grip and prevent the clip from slipping.
2. Use your fingers to pull out soft face-framing strands around both sides of your ears and temples before securing the rest of your hair.
3. Gather the remaining hair at the nape of your neck like you're creating a low ponytail, then twist the strand firmly upward against the back of your head.
4. Fold the twisted length down or tuck the ends under to create a neat, lifted roll against your crown.
5. Open your large rectangular claw clip using the claw clip listed below and secure it firmly over the center of the twist, catching both the twist and the scalp hair underneath.
6. Lightly pull and loosen a few strands at the crown for an effortless, airy volume, and define the front face-framing tendrils with a drop of the nourishing hair oil listed below.
I mean, can we just talk about this bounce for a second? A beautifully layered lob with soft, face-framing curtain sweeps is literally the most universally flattering cut you could ever ask for. It gives your hair that effortless, fresh-out-of-the-salon blowout vibe every single day without feeling heavy or stiff!
How to do this
1. Start with clean, towel-dried hair and apply a quarter-sized amount of the volumizing blowout cream listed below throughout your mid-lengths and ends.
2. Mist your strands evenly with the thermal heat protectant spray listed below to shield hair from heat and lock in sleekness.
3. Rough-dry your roots until hair is roughly 80% dry, lifting at the crown to establish soft, natural volume.
4. Section hair into horizontal layers and blow-dry using the large ceramic round brush listed below, rolling the ends inward toward your neck for that rounded, bouncy finish.
5. For the face-framing curtain layers, blow-dry them up and away from the face, wrapping them over the brush and setting with a cool blast to create that gorgeous sweeping curve.
6. Finish the look by smoothing a couple drops of the lightweight nourishing hair serum listed below through the ends to tame flyaways and enhance shine.
I've always loved adding a bold pop of contrast to classic dark hair, and this collarbone lob is the perfect proof! The warm honey money piece framing the face completely transforms what would normally be a simple straight cut into something with major '90s personality. Plus, paired with soft brow-grazing bangs, it instantly draws all the focus right to your eyes and smile.
How to do this
1. Start by sectioning off two 1-inch strips directly along the front hairline framing the face, as well as the outer edges of the bangs, using sectioning clips.
2. Lighten these isolated face-framing sections using the hair lightening kit listed below, processing until you reach a warm golden blonde tone, then shampoo thoroughly.
3. Prep damp hair with a small amount of the heat protectant blowout cream listed below to smooth down any frizz and protect against heat styling.
4. Blow dry the fringe forward using the small round ionic brush listed below, rolling slightly under to give the bangs a soft, natural curve.
5. Section the rest of the hair into horizontal tiers and blow dry straight down using a larger round brush, beveling the ends subtly inward toward your collarbone.
6. Run a flat iron through the ends if extra sleekness is desired, then mist a few drops of the lightweight smoothing hair oil listed below through the lengths for high shine.
7. Finish the entire look with a light spritz of the flexible hold hairspray listed below to keep the bangs and face-framing blonde streaks in place all day.
Are you ready to make a serious statement with your next hair chop? If you've been dreaming of an ultra-sleek, razor-sharp look that turns heads everywhere you walk, this graphic blonde French bob is your answer. With precision brow-skimming bangs and chic curved ends, you’ll look straight off a sci-fi runway. Who could say no to that kind of effortless power?
How to do this
1. Start by prepping damp, freshly washed hair with a lightweight smoothing cream and the heat protectant spray listed below to shield strands from high heat.
2. Blow-dry the fringe forward and flat against the forehead using a fine-tooth styling comb and the ionic blow dryer listed below with a concentrator nozzle, directing airflow downward to eliminate cowlicks.
3. Section the remaining hair into small, manageable horizontal sections and blow-dry straight using a medium ceramic round brush, gently rolling the ends under at the jawline to create that soft, curved-in silhouette.
4. Take thin sections and pass a precision flat iron from roots to ends, following the natural curve of the head and beveling slightly at the perimeter.
5. Smooth down any flyaways across the crown and fringe using the anti-frizz polishing serum listed below on your fingertips.
6. Finish the architectural style by misting an ultra-fine hold hairspray all over to lock in the glossy, mirror-like finish all evening long.
A classic blunt bob styled with effortless, lived-in bends is honestly the ultimate clean-girl hairstyle. Tucking the front pieces behind the ears gives it such an intentional, polished finish without feeling overdone at all. It's chic, super easy to maintain, and highlights your cheekbones in the best possible way!
How to do this
1. Start on freshly washed, towel-dried hair and apply a quarter-sized amount of the lightweight heat protectant cream listed below from mid-lengths to ends.
2. Create a clean, precise center part with a tail comb, then blow dry using a medium round brush, lifting slightly at the roots for soft natural movement.
3. Once completely dry, take 1.5-inch vertical sections and use the 1.25-inch curling iron listed below to create subtle, gentle bends rather than full curls—leaving the last inch of the ends straight.
4. Let the hair cool down completely, then lightly mist with the flexible hold texturizing spray listed below to add piecey definition and separation.
5. Smooth down flyaways at the crown using a tiny dab of the smoothing styling serum listed below, and gently tuck the front sections neatly behind both ears to frame your face.
6. Finish with a delicate spritz of the lightweight hairspray listed below to ensure the tucked shape stays effortlessly in place all day.
I am completely obsessed with this romantic boho fishtail braid! The way the braid wraps around the crown like a headband and cascades down into a textured side braid is pure perfection. Pairing it with soft, wispy bangs and loose face-framing tendrils gives it such an effortless, fairy-tale vibe that would be stunning for an outdoor wedding or festival.
How to do this
1. Start by prepping your dry hair with a generous mist of the texturizing spray listed below to give your hair grip and volume for braiding.
2. Separate out your bangs and leave a few soft face-framing tendrils loose in front of your ears on both sides using a rat tail comb.
3. Begin a Dutch or fishtail headband braid across the crown of your head, starting from one temple and working back around the head towards the nape of your neck, incorporating hair as you go.
4. Once you reach behind the ear, combine the remaining hair and pull it all over one shoulder.
5. Split the gathered ponytail into two equal sections to create a fishtail braid: take a small piece from the outer edge of one section, cross it over to the inside of the opposite section, and repeat alternating sides all the way down.
6. Secure the end with a small clear elastic band, leaving a couple of inches loose at the bottom.
7. Gently pull apart or 'pancake' the edges of the crown braid and the fishtail braid with your fingers to give it that thick, romantic, lived-in boho texture.
8. Lightly curl your face-framing pieces with a curling iron and finish the entire style with the flexible hold hairspray listed below to lock it in place.
This is a go-to cut if you want something sharp, chic, and effortlessly professional. Tucking one side behind the ear gives an instant polished vibe without feeling overly stiff, and the subtle inward bevel at the ends keeps the bob looking bouncy and full.
How to do this
1. Start with clean, damp hair and apply a smoothing blowout cream together with a heat protectant spray to protect fragile blonde strands.
2. Establish a deep side parting using a fine-tooth tail comb, aligning it roughly with the arch of your eyebrow.
3. Blow-dry in horizontal sections using a medium ceramic round brush, beveling the ends subtly inward toward your chin for that classic polished curve.
4. For ultra-sleekness, take thin sections and run a ceramic flat iron quickly from root to mid-lengths, softly turning the wrist inward at the bottom centimeter.
5. Tuck one side cleanly behind the ear to show off your jawline and earrings.
6. Finish by smoothing a tiny drop of lightweight hair oil over the surface to tame any flyaways and lock in radiant shine.
This hairstyle is what I like to call the sculpted heart braid. You start by curving two side braids around the crown to outline the heart, while dropping a central braid right down the middle. Once they meet, you blend them all into one gorgeous central plait over soft, cascading blonde waves.
How to do this
1. Start by prepping clean, dry hair with a generous mist of the heat protectant spray listed below to shield strands from hot styling tools.
2. Use a 1.25-inch curling iron to create soft, uniform waves throughout the bottom half of the hair, gently brushing them out for a romantic finish.
3. Part the crown cleanly and section out three distinct segments: one down the center and two curved outer sections to map out the heart shape.
4. Braid a central three-strand braid starting slightly above the crown, securing it temporarily with a small clear elastic band.
5. Create two curved lace braids along the perimeter of the upper crown, directing each side downward in an arc to form the top arches of the heart.
6. Bring the two curved side braids together right beneath the center braid, merging all three sections into one continuous three-strand braid down the middle.
7. Gently pancake the edges of each braid with your fingers to add fullness, and mist everything with the flexible hold finishing hairspray listed below to lock the romantic shape in place.
I’m seriously in love with this hairstyle. It’s that perfect undone, rock-and-roll textured lob with so much gorgeous movement and volume. The soft curtain layers frame the cheekbones so nicely, and the dimensional blonde highlights make it look effortlessly chic without trying too hard. I think this look is fabulous for everyday wear, a casual brunch, or even styled up for date night. It gives that cool, lived-in girl vibe that’s super easy to manage and re-style.
How to do this
1. Start by prepping damp, towel-dried hair with a lightweight heat protectant spray to shield your strands and keep them healthy.
2. Apply a golf ball-sized puff of the volumizing root mousse listed below directly at your roots and work through mid-lengths for lift.
3. Rough-dry your hair upside down with a blow dryer until it's about 80% dry to create maximum base volume and body.
4. Section off the hair and finish drying using a ceramic round brush, lifting upwards at the crown and lightly flipping pieces outward for a piecey texture.
5. Use a medium-barrel flat iron or curling wand to add random, subtle bends throughout the mid-lengths, keeping the ends mostly straight and undone.
6. Generously mist the dry texturizing spray listed below through your layers, flipping your head upside down and shaking it through with your fingers.
7. Rub a tiny dab of matte styling paste between your fingertips and pinch the ends around your face and parting to define the choppy, lived-in layers.
Oh, that glowing face-framing money piece, how I love thee! It instantly brightens up your whole complexion while keeping the gorgeous dimension of natural brunette roots. This is sooo pretty for an everyday effortless blowout look!! Have you ever tried brightening just the front pieces like this?
How to do this
1. Prep clean, damp hair by applying a smoothing heat protectant blowout cream throughout the mid-lengths and ends using the heat protectant styling cream listed below.
2. Blow-dry hair with a large ceramic round brush to build volume at the crown and smooth down the cuticle.
3. Divide your hair into horizontal sections and mist each section lightly with the thermal setting spray listed below.
4. Using a 1.25-inch or 1.5-inch large barrel curling iron, curl large 2-inch vertical sections away from your face, leaving about an inch of the ends slightly relaxed.
5. For the frontal money piece strands, curl outward and back away from the cheekbones to create that signature face-framing sweep.
6. Allow all curls to cool completely, then gently comb through them using the wide-tooth detangling comb listed below to open them into loose, bouncy waves.
7. Finish with a spritz of the lightweight flexible hold hairspray listed below and a drop of the nourishing hair serum listed below on the tips for mirror-like shine.
Can we just take a second to appreciate how gorgeous this lived-in textured lob is? The soft honey blonde ribbons catching the light are pure perfection. It is so effortless and chic, honestly I am obsessed! Would you chop your hair into this style?
How to do this
1. Prep freshly washed, damp hair with a lightweight styling mousse and a heat protectant spray to build soft texture and shield your hair from heat.
2. Blow-dry using a medium round brush, lifting at the roots around the crown and parting to create subtle volume without excessive puffiness.
3. Section the hair into horizontal tiers starting from the nape. Use a 1.25-inch curling iron or wand to create loose, relaxed bends.
4. Wrap mid-shaft sections around the iron for just 3 to 5 seconds, making sure to leave about an inch or two of the ends completely straight for that modern, lived-in blunt look.
5. When styling the front face-framing pieces, curl them outward away from your face to softly open up your cheekbones and jawline.
6. Once all sections have completely cooled, lightly mist with the dry texturizing spray listed below and rake through the waves using your fingers or a wide-tooth comb to break up the pattern.
7. Finish the style by rubbing a tiny pea-sized drop of hair styling serum or lightweight oil between your palms and gently piece out the ends for separation and shine.
Are you ready for the ultimate chic hair chop? I just had to add this textured, dimensional blonde bob to the collection because it has that perfect balance of effortless Parisian cool and modern sophistication! The soft, sweeping curtain bangs frame the cheekbones so beautifully, while the subtle textured bends keep it from feeling stiff or overly styled. Whether you rock this with an oversized blazer to the office or pair it with a casual tee on the weekend, it gives you that instantly put-together vibe without trying too hard. It's definitely a cut worth bringing straight to your stylist!
How to do this
1. Start on freshly washed, damp hair and prep with the heat protectant spray with argan oil listed below to shield strands from hot tools.
2. Apply a golf-ball sized dollop of the volumizing root lift mousse listed below right at your roots and crown for natural, bouncy body.
3. Rough-dry your hair upside down until it is about 80% dry, then switch to the ceramic round blowout brush listed below to smooth through medium sections, rolling the brush away from your face at the front.
4. Take random 1-inch sections throughout the top and mid-lengths and create subtle, soft bends using the 1.25-inch ceramic curling iron listed below, leaving the ends slightly undone for that chic, effortless movement.
5. Flip your head upside down and mist generously with the dry texturizing spray for volume listed below, shaking your roots gently to break up the waves and add piecey texture.
6. Finish off by smoothing a couple of drops of the lightweight shine hair serum listed below through the mid-lengths and sweeping your curtain fringe away from the eyes.
Obsessed with that gorgeous 90s supermodel volume? This feathered butterfly cut delivers major bounce, while the high-contrast blonde money piece frames your face in the most flattering way possible. It's chic, glamorous, and totally turns heads!
How to do this
1. Start by prepping clean, damp hair with a lightweight volumizing blow-dry mousse and the thermal heat protectant spray listed below to shield strands and build body.
2. Section off your bangs and the bold blonde money piece around the front hairline, blowing them upward and forward using the ceramic round blowout brush listed below.
3. Roll the front curtain bangs away from the face onto the large jumbo velcro hair rollers listed below and secure with a clip to allow the volume to set as it cools.
4. Working in horizontal sections from the bottom layers up, blow-dry the remaining hair using your round brush, curling the ends under and inward toward your neck to create that signature tiered, bouncy curve.
5. Once fully dry and set, gently release the velcro rollers and shake your hair out lightly with your fingers.
6. Mist lightly with the flexible hold hairspray listed below and run a drop of the nourishing hair serum listed below through the layered ends for extreme shine and flyaway control.
I’m absolutely obsessed with this bouncy curly lob because it gives the perfect blend of modern chic and effortless natural texture! The high-contrast blonde ribbon highlights catch the light so beautifully and give each spiral curl incredible dimension. It transitions seamlessly from a sharp office blazer to a sultry evening look without missing a beat. If you have natural ringlets and want to add serious drama and volume, this shape and color combo is definitely worth trying!
How to do this
1. Start on freshly washed, soaking-wet hair and apply a generous amount of curl defining cream listed below from roots to ends to lock in essential moisture.
2. Section your curls into small sections and rake through a firm-hold curl styling gel listed below to ensure frizz-free definition and long-lasting hold.
3. Use a curl defining styling brush listed below to curl-train individual ribbon tendrils, twisting around the handle to form precise, bouncy ringlets around the crown and fringe area.
4. Gently scrunch your hair upwards toward the scalp using a microfiber towel listed below to remove excess water without disrupting the curl pattern.
5. Attach a wide-bowl diffuser attachment listed below to your blow dryer, tipping your head forward and drying in sections on low heat and medium speed until 90% dry.
6. Once fully dry, break the gel cast by gently scrunching a few drops of lightweight hair bonding oil listed below into your curls for maximum shine and touchable softness.
7. Fluff at the roots using your fingertips or an afro pick to amplify the rounded volume and shape.
Honestly, if you've been craving a chic update that gives major 90s supermodel vibes without sacrificing ease, this layered lob is it! The flippy ends paired with those airy bottleneck curtain bangs give so much effortless movement and frame the face perfectly. It's tailored, voluminous, and timelessly cool!
How to do this
1. Start on freshly washed, towel-dried hair and apply a generous mist of the heat protectant blowout spray listed below from roots to ends.
2. Work a palm-sized dollop of the lightweight volumizing mousse listed below through your crown and mid-lengths to give lift and body.
3. Section off your bangs and blow-dry them forward with the round ceramic styling brush listed below, then roll them backward and allow them to cool to create that signature curtain shape.
4. Blow-dry the rest of your hair in horizontal sections, using the round brush to lift the roots and bevel the ends slightly outward and upward for that bouncy kick.
5. Once fully dry, spray the dry texturizing volume spray listed below into your roots and mid-lengths, shaking it out gently with your fingers.
6. Finish with a light sweep of the nourishing hair finishing serum listed below over the ends to smooth down flyaways and give a high-gloss finish.
If you've been looking for that ultimate "cool girl" cut, this tousled shaggy lob is it! I am completely obsessed with how effortlessly the wispy bottleneck bangs frame the face without feeling too heavy or high-maintenance. It's chic, a little bit gritty, and gives you that perfect rolled-out-of-bed glamour that honestly looks amazing on practically everyone.
How to do this
1. Start by prepping damp, freshly washed hair with a lightweight volumizing mousse to build body at the crown.
2. Mist a reliable heat protectant spray using the heat protectant spray listed below evenly throughout your mid-lengths and ends.
3. Rough-dry your hair using a blow dryer until it is roughly 80% dry, flipping your head upside down occasionally to encourage natural root lift.
4. Section out your bangs and blow-dry them forward with a small ceramic round brush listed below, rolling slightly under and then flicking the edges outward to create that effortless bottleneck shape.
5. Use a medium round brush or a large-barrel curling iron to add loose, undone bends to the mid-lengths, leaving the very ends straight for an edgy, lived-in vibe.
6. Lift sections around the crown and generously spray a dry texturizing spray using the dry texturizing spray listed below to add grit, separation, and airy volume.
7. Finish by rubbing a dime-sized amount of lightweight matte styling paste between your fingertips and gently pinching the ends of your bangs and layers to lock in that perfectly disheveled texture.
This is a go-to haircut if you love the effortless, lived-in look but still want a soft frame around your eyes and cheekbones. The wispy curtain bangs are super forgiving—if you wake up and they look a little flat, just give them a quick two-minute blast with a round brush and you're good to walk out the door.
How to do this
1. Start on freshly washed, towel-dried hair and apply a lightweight smoothing blowout cream using the heat protectant and blowout smoothing cream listed below to protect against heat damage and add slip.
2. Section out the fringe and face-framing pieces first. Blow-dry the center wispy bangs using a small to medium ceramic round brush, rolling them forward and slightly under, then splitting them gently in the center.
3. Work on the sides by blowing out the longer face-framing layers backward and away from the face to create that soft, winged curtain sweep.
4. Dry the remaining lengths using a large round brush, directing the ends outward or loosely curling mid-lengths with a 1.25-inch curling iron to form gentle, cascading body waves.
5. Mist a light spritz of the flexible hold texturizing spray listed below through the roots and mid-lengths to give lift and separation without stiffness.
6. Finish by smoothing a tiny drop of lightweight hair oil over the tips to tame flyaways and enhance shine.
Isn’t this effortless chin-length bob just so cool and effortlessly chic?? I love how the piecey bottleneck bangs perfectly soften the jawline while giving off the best 90s grunge vibe. The pale blonde hue combined with soft, undone texture means you don’t have to worry about a rigid blowout—just add a bit of texturizing spray, rough-dry, and you're ready to go!
How to do this
1. Start by prepping clean, damp hair with a lightweight styling mousse or the volumizing root lift spray listed below to build natural body without stiffness.
2. Blow-dry the bangs first using a small ceramic round brush, rolling them down and slightly sweeping the sides outward to achieve that soft bottleneck shape.
3. Rough-dry the rest of the bob with your fingers or a flat paddle brush until about 80% dry to encourage organic, lived-in texture.
4. Take a medium round brush and finish drying the ends, turning them gently inward around the jawline without making them overly curled or bouncy.
5. Mist mid-lengths and ends using the dry texturizing spray listed below, lightly scrunching with your hands to break up the blunt lines into a modern, relaxed French bob finish.
I am totally obsessed with this fairytale boho braid! It has that effortless, romantic vibe that looks straight out of a storybook. Pancaking the braid makes it look twice as thick and shows off all those gorgeous blonde highlights. If you have an outdoor wedding or summer festival coming up, this is absolute hair goals!
How to do this
1. Prep dry hair by spraying generously with the texturizing spray listed below to add grip and fullness before styling.
2. Add soft, loose bends through the mid-lengths and ends using a large curling wand, then brush through gently with the wide-tooth comb listed below.
3. Take two small sections from above the temples, twist them gently back towards the center of the head, and secure them together with one of the clear hair elastics listed below.
4. Begin creating a thick Dutch or fishtail braid down the center of your back, incorporating the side sections gradually while maintaining an airy, loose tension.
5. Continue braiding until you reach just past the small of the back, leaving the last 4-5 inches unbraided, and tie it off using a clear mini elastic.
6. Gently 'pancake' the entire braid by pinching and tugging outward at the outer loops from top to bottom using the styling powder listed below on your fingertips to dramatically expand the braid's volume.
7. Finish by misting with the flexible hold hairspray listed below to lock this dreamy, textured boho style in place all evening.
Are you loving this bold contrast bob moment as much as I am? I had to feature this chic black bob with a chunky blonde money piece because it gives the perfect blend of classic elegance and edgy 90s vibes, don’t you think?! It completely transforms a simple chin-length haircut into an instant head-turner without having to bleach your whole head. It’s effortless, playful, and super easy to style for any everyday look!
How to do this
1. Start by sectioning off a 1-to-2 inch block of hair right along the front hairline to isolate the money piece strand.
2. Lighten the isolated frontal section to a pale blonde level using the bleach powder and developer listed below, then tone it to a clean soft blonde.
3. Apply a rich jet black or off-black permanent hair dye to the rest of the hair to create a bold, high-contrast look.
4. Cut hair into a classic chin-length bob, beveling slightly under at the perimeter to give it a soft, rounded swing.
5. Prep damp hair with the heat protectant spray listed below to shield strands from blowout heat.
6. Blow-dry using a small-to-medium ceramic round brush, tucking the ends inward and sweeping the blonde piece smoothly across the forehead.
7. Finish the look by misting a lightweight smoothing shine serum or flexible hold hairspray over the crown to tame flyaways and add a silky sheen.
Products Used
Hair Lightening Bleach Powder and 20 Volume Developer
Thinking about giving your classic brunette lob a total bombshell upgrade? This 90s-inspired feathered butterfly cut pairs perfectly with a bright face-framing money piece that instantly illuminates your features. The outward flicked blowout gives you all the retro volume without feeling stiff. Who wouldn't want that effortless supermodel bounce every day?
How to do this
1. Start on freshly washed, damp hair and prep from roots to ends using the heat protectant blowout spray listed below to shield your hair and add weightless slip.
2. Apply a golf-ball-sized dollop of the volumizing styling foam listed below directly to the crown and mid-lengths to give the blowout body and bounce.
3. Section off the top and face-framing money piece strands. Using a medium-to-large ceramic round brush and your blow dryer with a concentrator nozzle, dry the lower sections, rolling the brush upward and outward at the ends to create that feathered flip.
4. Move to the crown and face-framing curtain bangs. Blow-dry the front money piece panels up and away from your face, wrapping each section onto the large velcro rollers listed below while still warm to lock in the swooping curve.
5. Allow the rollers to cool completely for about 10-15 minutes, then gently unravel them without pulling.
6. Finger-comb your flipped layers into place and mist a light layer of the flexible hold hairspray listed below, followed by a drop of the lightweight finishing hair oil listed below on the ends for glossy definition.
This modern 70s rock-and-roll shag is the ultimate effortless cool-girl cut. It’s packed with choppy layers, a piecey textured fringe, and the coolest subtle detail: sparkling silver hair tinsel woven throughout the crown. It catches the sunlight like crazy and gives your everyday beachy waves an instant festival-ready edge!
How to do this
1. Start by prepping towel-dried hair with the sea salt texturizing spray listed below to encourage that natural, separated rock-and-roll wave.
2. Rough-dry the hair with a blow dryer and diffuser attachment, using your fingers to shake out the roots and scrunch up through the choppy layers for volume.
3. Use a round brush only around the crown and on the bangs to gently flick the curtain fringe forward and slightly to the sides, keeping the texture airy and piecey.
4. Install a few silver strands throughout the top layers using the hair tinsel kit listed below, securing them near the root for a subtle metallic shimmer whenever you move.
5. Add definition to random mid-lengths and ends using the lightweight hair styling wax listed below to give that lived-in, shattered finish.
6. Finish off with a generous spritz of the dry volume texturizing spray listed below at the crown and sides to lock in body without making it stiff.
I adore how effortlessly timeless and clean this low chignon looks! It's one of my absolute favorite go-to updos for weddings and formal events because it highlights your face and neckline so beautifully. Plus, keeping it tucked sleekly over the ears makes it feel modern yet completely classic.
How to do this
1. Start by blowing out freshly washed hair smooth and straight using a paddle brush and the smoothing blowout blow dryer listed below.
2. Create a clean, precise center part down the middle using a fine-tooth tail comb.
3. Apply a small dab of the lightweight smoothing hair serum listed below to tame flyaways and add a glossy, silky sheen from roots to ends.
4. Smooth both sides down flat and gather all the hair at the nape of the neck into a low, secure ponytail using a clear snag-free hair elastic.
5. Fold and tuck the ponytail underneath itself to form a clean, compact horizontal chignon bun, pinning it securely at the base with the curved bobby pins listed below.
6. Smooth down any remaining stray strands along the hairline and finish the entire sleek look with a fine mist of the strong hold bridal hairspray listed below.
I think this is hands down one of the most timeless and flattering haircuts you can ask for at the salon. The long interior layers paired with cascading face-framing strands give fine to medium hair incredible bounce without losing density at the ends. Styling it with an inward-beveled round brush brings out every subtle dimension in the creamy blonde babylights!
How to do this
1. Start with clean, damp hair and apply a quarter-sized amount of the smoothing blowout cream listed below from mid-lengths to ends.
2. Mist hair evenly with the heat protectant spray listed below to guard your strands against hot air styling.
3. Section hair horizontally into manageable tiers, clipping the top sections up and out of the way.
4. Using a large ceramic round brush listed below and a blow dryer fitted with a concentrator nozzle, dry each section by lifting at the root for volume and smoothing downward.
5. When you reach the ends, roll the round brush under towards your collarbone and hold the tension for several seconds while applying heat to create that signature inward curve.
6. Take the face-framing pieces around your cheekbones and blow-dry them backwards and away from the face, letting them fall forward into a soft curtain effect.
7. Warm a few drops of the lightweight hair styling oil listed below in your palms and glide over the surface to tame flyaways, finishing with a light spritz of the flexible hold hairspray listed below.
Honestly, if you want something that screams effortless bridal elegance without having your hair completely pinned up, this is your sign! It gives you all the romantic details from the side crown braids while still letting you show off those dreamy, cascading waves. It's chic, fuss-free, and stays gorgeous from the ceremony straight through to the reception dance floor!
How to do this
1. Prep dry hair with a generous mist of the heat protectant spray listed below to prep for curling and shield from heat.
2. Using the 1.25-inch ceramic curling wand listed below, create soft, uniform barrel waves throughout the mid-lengths and ends of the hair, allowing them to cool completely.
3. Section away a 2-inch strand on each side along the hairline to leave soft face-framing pieces around the ears and jawline.
4. Starting from above the temple on each side, create two Dutch or French lace braids feeding back toward the center nape, gently pulling the outer loops apart ('pancaking') to add volume and soft texture.
5. Gather the braids together with the remaining loose lengths at the nape of the neck and secure firmly with the clear mini elastic hair ties listed below.
6. Take a small half-inch section of hair from underneath the gathered ponytail, mist with the flexible hold finishing hairspray listed below, wrap it snugly around the elastic to conceal it completely, and pin it underneath with the matte bobby pins listed below.
7. Gently comb through the ponytail tail with your fingers and mist all over with the lightweight texturizing shine mist listed below for romantic hold and glowing shine.
This seamless color melt is absolutely gorgeous and so flattering on long, layered hair! The dark roots blend effortlessly into soft champagne and honey tones, giving you that bright blonde feel without the constant root upkeep. Plus, styling it with big, loose waves makes it look so bouncy, shiny, and effortlessly glam!
How to do this
1. Prep clean, towel-dried hair by misting the thermal heat protectant spray listed below evenly from mid-lengths to ends.
2. Blow dry hair smoothly in sections using a large ceramic round brush to create natural root lift and soft bevelled ends.
3. Section the hair into top and bottom halves, clipping the top away.
4. Take 1.5 to 2-inch vertical sections and wrap them loosely around the 1.25-inch curling iron listed below, curling away from your face and leaving the very ends out for a lived-in wave.
5. Once all sections are curled and completely cooled, gently rake through the waves using the wide-tooth comb listed below to soften the curls into flowing, seamless ribbons.
6. Apply a pea-sized drop of the lightweight smoothing hair oil listed below between your palms and smooth it over the blonde ends to lock in high-gloss shine and tame any stray flyaways.
7. Finish the entire look with a light veil of the flexible hold hairspray listed below to ensure the bouncy waves last all day without feeling stiff.
If you want a look that screams effortless sophistication, this is definitely the one to save for your next salon trip! That bold, warm blonde money piece perfectly frames the face while adding instant dimension against the rich brunette base. I'm completely obsessed with how healthy and glossy this sleek round-brush blowout looks — so chic and timeless!
How to do this
1. Prep clean, towel-dried hair with the smoothing blow dry lotion listed below from roots to ends to protect against heat and eliminate flyaways.
2. Section the hair into manageable horizontal layers, starting at the nape of the neck.
3. Using a large ceramic round brush listed below and a concentrated hairdryer nozzle, blow dry each section downwards to create sleek tension, rolling the brush under at the very ends for a soft curve.
4. For the front money piece and face-framing fringe, blow dry the strands forward and then roll back and away from the face using the round brush to create that gorgeous sweeping swoop.
5. Set the crown and front face-framing section in large velcro rollers listed below for 10-15 minutes to lock in long-lasting volume and bounce while it cools.
6. Remove rollers gently, brush through with a wide-tooth styling brush, and apply a drop of the nourishing hair shine serum listed below through the lengths.
7. Finish off with a light mist of the flexible hold hairspray listed below to keep everything perfectly in place without feeling stiff.
I know bubble braids and pigtails can sometimes feel like a festival-only look, but styling them cleanly like this makes them so cute and elevated for cozy everyday outfits! I wanted something playful yet super sleek, so making sure the hair was blown straight first really gave each bubble that structured, plush roundness. You could even add cute little ribbon bows over each elastic if you want to lean fully into the coquette aesthetic!
How to do this
1. Start by prepping clean, dry hair with a smoothing serum and blow-drying straight using the paddle brush listed below to ensure a super sleek base.
2. Create a clean, straight parting right down the center of your head from the forehead to the nape of the neck using the tail comb listed below.
3. Gather each half into a low ponytail behind the ears and secure tightly with the clear elastic hair bands listed below.
4. Take a small sliver of hair from each ponytail, wrap it around the elastic to conceal it, and pin it securely underneath with a small bobby pin.
5. Place another clear elastic band about three to four inches down each ponytail shaft.
6. Gently pull and tease the hair outward between the elastics with your fingers to pancake and create that signature rounded, voluminous bubble shape.
7. Repeat this step further down the ponytail to form your second bubble, leaving the tails sleek and tapered.
8. Mist the entire style generously using the light-hold finishing hairspray listed below to tame flyaways and lock in the pristine volume.
I love how easy and sweet this braided crown headband look is! It's perfect for keeping your hair out of your face during work or school while still showing off your natural wavy texture. Just pancake the braid a little bit to give it that relaxed, romantic vibe!
How to do this
1. Start by prepping clean, damp hair with a curl-enhancing mousse and rough dry or air dry using the curl defining mousse listed below to bring out your natural wave pattern.
2. If your hair is on the straighter side, wrap 1-inch sections around a curling wand using the ceramic curling wand listed below, alternating directions and leaving the ends slightly undone for a soft, relaxed texture.
3. Create a deep side part or section off a 2-inch band of hair right along your front hairline, keeping the rest of your hair pinned back temporarily with sectioning clips.
4. Begin a Dutch lace braid along the hairline, weaving outer strands under the middle while incorporating new hair only from the crown side as you travel across the front of the head.
5. Continue braiding past the temple and tuck it behind the ear, securing the braid discreetly with clear mini elastics and bobby pins using the styling bobby pins listed below.
6. Gently pinch and pancake the loops of your braid with your fingers to give it that effortless, fuller crown appearance.
7. Mist all over with a flexible hold hairspray using the flexible hold hairspray listed below to keep flyaways tame without making your waves stiff.
I’m completely obsessed with how effortlessly chic and timeless this hairstyle looks. It’s this incredibly sleek low chignon that sits perfectly at the nape of the neck with subtle, glowing babylights catching the light. I think this look is absolute perfection for a bride, a formal black-tie gala, or even an upscale date night when you want to feel totally put together without looking overdone.
How to do this
1. Start with clean, blow-dried hair prepped with a smoothing blowout cream to ensure a super silky, sleek finish.
2. Create a clean, elegant side part using a tail comb, smoothing both sides downward and slightly over the top of the ears.
3. Gather all the hair at the nape of your neck into a low, neat ponytail, securing it firmly with a snag-free clear elastic band.
4. Pull out a very fine, subtle wisp in front of the ear to softly graze the jawline for that effortless romantic touch.
5. Twist the ponytail lengths gently around the base to create a rounded, tucked chignon bun, tucking the ends underneath.
6. Secure the chignon firmly in place all around using sturdy bobby pins that match your hair shade.
7. Finish the entire style with a light mist of high-shine flexible hold hairspray to tame any flyaways and lock in radiant polish.
Can we talk about how timeless and effortlessly cool a textured lob is?! I added this lived-in blonde bob to the mix because it has that quintessential Parisian chic energy that goes with literally everything. The subtle shadow root makes growing it out completely painless, while the loose, undone bends give fine-to-medium hair so much airy movement and texture. You can dress it up with a tailored blazer for the office or keep it super casual with sneakers for weekend strolls. It's honestly the ultimate cool-girl haircut!
How to do this
1. Start by prepping freshly washed, damp hair with the lightweight heat protectant spray listed below to shield strands from hot styling tools.
2. Blow dry hair using a medium round ceramic brush, lifting at the roots around the crown and center part to build natural body and volume.
3. Divide hair into horizontal sections and use the 1.25-inch curling iron listed below to create effortless, undone bends. Wrap sections around the barrel while leaving the bottom inch of the ends straight for that chic, blunt finish.
4. Alternate the curl directions away from and toward the face, ensuring the front face-framing curtain pieces are styled smoothly away from the cheekbones.
5. Allow all curls to cool completely, then mist generously with the dry texturizing spray listed below from roots through mid-lengths.
6. Rake through the waves thoroughly using your fingers or the wide-tooth comb listed below to break up the pattern into lived-in, textured waves.
7. Finish by rubbing a dime-sized amount of the matte styling paste listed below between your palms and scrunching lightly into the ends to emphasize separation and hold.
A blowout like this has to be one of the most timeless, expensive-looking hairstyles out there. The secret is all in how you roll the face-framing curtain layers away from the cheekbones so they seamlessly blend right into the back. If you want that bouncy 90s supermodel vibe that still feels totally effortless and modern, this is hands-down the look to go for.
How to do this
1. Start on freshly washed, towel-dried hair and apply a generous mist of the heat protectant spray listed below from mid-lengths to ends.
2. Work a palm-sized dollop of the volumizing styling mousse listed below throughout the root area to ensure lasting lift and bounce.
3. Section hair cleanly, beginning at the nape, and blow-dry with the ceramic round brush listed below, rolling sections upwards and directing airflow down the shaft to lock in maximum shine.
4. For the front face-framing curtain bangs, roll hair away from the face over the brush, blasting with heat and setting with a cool shot before letting it cascade naturally.
5. Set each warm curled section into the large self-grip velcro rollers listed below to let the volume fully set as it cools.
6. Unroll the sections gently, finger-comb through the layers, and finish with a veil of the flexible hold hairspray listed below for a touchable, salon-worthy finish.
I've always been a fan of effortless, cozy hairstyles that look gorgeous without taking hours to fix, and this wavy bob completely delivers! If your hair naturally leans into loose S-waves, pairing it with soft wispy bangs creates the sweetest framing around your face. It has that chic coffee-shop vibe that feels totally natural, relaxed, and timeless.
How to do this
1. Start by prepping damp, freshly washed hair with a lightweight leave-in conditioner and curl-defining cream using the curl defining styling cream listed below to encourage natural texture without heaviness.
2. Gently detangle using the wide tooth detangling comb listed below to keep clumps intact.
3. Apply a light layer of heat protection using the thermal protectant mist listed below before blow-drying.
4. Attach a bowl diffuser to your hair dryer using the universal hair diffuser attachment listed below and gently cup sections from the ends toward the scalp on low heat and low air speed to enhance bouncy waves.
5. For the bangs, use a small round brush to blow-dry them forward and slightly to the sides with soft tension, keeping them airy and textured.
6. Once fully dry, shake out your roots with your fingertips and mist with the dry texturizing finishing spray listed below for that effortless, lived-in cafe aesthetic.
I am completely obsessed with this French-girl bob! There is just something so effortlessly chic about a chin-grazing cut paired with soft, wispy bangs that dust right across the eyebrows. It frames the face like an absolute dream and gives fine or medium hair all the bounce and shape it needs without looking like you tried too hard.
How to do this
1. Start by prepping clean, damp hair with the lightweight heat protectant spray listed below to shield strands from thermal damage and keep them silky.
2. Apply a dime-sized amount of the volumizing styling foam listed below directly to the root area to get that airy, effortless lift without stiffness.
3. Section the hair and blow dry using the medium ceramic round brush listed below, rolling sections inward along the chin line while slightly lifting at the roots.
4. For the bangs, blow dry them forward over the forehead using a smaller round brush, directing air back and forth to create that soft, wispy Birkin-bang separation.
5. Use a flat iron at a low heat setting to add just the slightest flick or gentle bevel on random piecey ends for a natural, lived-in feel.
6. Mist a light spritz of the dry texturizing spray listed below through the roots and mid-lengths to give it that effortless, Parisian texture.
7. Finish the look by smoothing a tiny droplet of the nourishing hair serum listed below through the tips for shine and separation.
Oh, the effortless blonde ombre wave, how I love thee. The way the sunset hits these blended golden tones is seriously making me want a fresh hair appointment right now! Have you ever rocked a dramatic root melt like this before?
How to do this
1. Start by prepping towel-dried hair with a lightweight heat protectant spray to shield against heat damage and enhance natural shine.
2. Rough blow-dry using a hair dryer until completely dry, gently lifting at the crown to build subtle, natural body.
3. Divide your hair into 1-to-2 inch horizontal sections and use a 1.25-inch curling iron or curling wand to add relaxed, loose waves.
4. Wrap mid-lengths around the barrel while leaving the bottom inch of hair out straight to maintain a casual, undone look.
5. Alternate the direction of each wave around the head to keep the texture looking completely natural and multi-dimensional.
6. Once cooled, rake through the waves using a wide-tooth detangling comb or just your fingers to loosen them up.
7. Finish by misting a texturizing sea salt spray or dry texture spray throughout the mid-lengths and ends for that effortless, piecey separation.
Looking for that timeless 'clean girl' aesthetic that never goes out of style? A soft sombre melt from natural dirty blonde roots into glowing honey ends is the ultimate low-maintenance dream. Blow it out sleek with a touch of gloss, and you're instantly put-together with minimal effort!
How to do this
1. Start by washing your hair with a hydrating, sulfate-free shampoo and conditioner to establish a sleek, frizz-free base.
2. Towel-dry gently, then mist a lightweight leave-in conditioning detangler and the heat protectant spray listed below evenly throughout your mid-lengths and ends.
3. Apply a dime-sized amount of smoothing blowout cream listed below, distributing it with a wide-tooth comb from roots to tips.
4. Section hair into manageable horizontal layers and blow dry using the large ceramic round brush listed below, directing the airflow downward to flatten the cuticle and create a high-shine, smooth finish.
5. For a super-sleek look with natural movement, run the ionic flat iron listed below through 1-inch sections on a low-to-medium heat setting, curving slightly inwards at the ends.
6. Finish by warming a couple of drops of the lightweight hair glossing serum listed below in your palms and lightly smoothing over the surface and ends to tame flyaways and enhance shine.
Nothing beats a perfectly undone textured lob with a dimensional shadow root! It's so effortless to wake up and rock, giving you that chic, lived-in blonde vibe without constant salon touch-ups.
How to do this
1. Prep towel-dried hair with a lightweight smoothing cream and heat protectant spray to build smooth body before drying.
2. Blow dry the hair smooth using a medium ceramic round brush, focusing on lifting at the roots to maintain natural volume.
3. Create a clean middle part and divide hair into upper and lower horizontal sections for curling.
4. Using a 1.25-inch curling iron, take 1.5-inch vertical sections and clamp mid-shaft, rotating away from the face to create loose, relaxed S-waves while leaving the bottom inch of ends straight for a modern finish.
5. Allow the curls to completely cool down before touching to ensure maximum hold and shape retention.
6. Mist a generous layer of texturizing finishing spray throughout the mid-lengths and shake out curls with your fingers to break up the waves.
7. Finish by smoothing a drop of lightweight hair oil through the ends to add shine and seal down flyaways.
I first fell in love with subtle hair tinsel during festival season last year, and honestly, it's such an easy way to elevate everyday straight hair! It gives that magical, sparkling catch-light effect whenever you turn your head without any chemical commitment or damage. All you need is a bone-straight flat iron press and a few tied-in tinsel strands to look completely put-together. If you want something whimsical yet super chic, definitely give fairy hair a try!
How to do this
1. Start by washing and conditioning your hair to prep for an ultra-sleek, glossy finish, then apply a dime-sized amount of smoothing blowout serum to damp strands.
2. Blow dry the hair straight down with a paddle brush, using a concentrator nozzle to ensure the cuticle lies completely flat.
3. Create a razor-sharp center part from the front hairline back to the crown using a fine-tooth rat tail comb.
4. Mist the hair with the heat protectant spray listed below, then pass a ceramic flat iron down small 1-inch sections to create that pin-straight, reflective glass-hair texture.
5. Take individual strands of sparkling gold hair tinsel using the hair tinsel kit listed below. Fold a strand in half to form a slip knot.
6. Select 2-3 hairs at the root near the part line, loop the tinsel around them, and pull tight into a micro slip knot right at the scalp to secure.
7. Repeat installing 15-25 tinsel strands evenly across the top layer and sides of your head.
8. Finish the entire style with a light mist of the shine spray listed below to seal in brilliance without making the hair stiff.
Are you loving these classic double Dutch braids as much as I am? There’s something so effortlessly cool and practical about twin Dutch braids, especially when you've got dimensional balayage highlights popping through every single weave! Leaving soft tendrils around the ears and curling the ends of the pigtails gives it such a sweet, laid-back vibe that pairs perfectly with a denim jacket or cozy autumn sweater. It keeps your hair completely out of your face while still looking totally put together—definitely give this one a try for your next casual day out!
How to do this
1. Start by prepping detangled hair with a light texturizing cream or smoothing serum using the hair smoothing serum listed below to keep flyaways at bay.
2. Using the rat tail tail comb listed below, create a clean, precise center part from the front hairline all the way down to the nape of the neck.
3. Clip one side out of the way. On the working side, leave out a small wispy section near the temple or ear for that soft face-framing effect.
4. Begin a Dutch braid right at the front hairline by sectioning a small piece into three strands and crossing the outer strands UNDER the middle strand, gradually picking up and incorporating small, even sections of hair as you work your way down the scalp.
5. Continue braiding under until you reach the nape of the neck, then finish braiding straight down the lengths.
6. Secure the braid at the upper back using the mini clear elastic hair bands listed below, leaving a few inches of tail unbraided.
7. Repeat the entire Dutch braid process on the opposite side, keeping tension and section sizes consistent.
8. Gently pull or 'pancake' the edges of the braids outwards slightly to add fullness and dimension to the woven balayage highlights.
9. Use a 1-inch curling iron using the ceramic curling wand listed below to add a soft, loose wave to the unbraided pigtail ends.
10. Lock everything softly into place without stiffness using the flexible hold hairspray listed below.
Can we talk about the ultimate cool-girl hairstyle? A half-up Dutch braid leading into an effortless mini top knot is truly the best of both worlds—it keeps hair completely out of your face while showing off those gorgeous, dimensional blonde waves. Perfect for brunch, city strolls, or whenever you want that effortless chic look with zero fuss!
How to do this
1. Prep clean, dry hair with a generous mist of the heat protectant spray listed below to shield your strands while creating light hold.
2. Using a 1-inch curling iron, curl sections of the hair vertically away from your face to create natural, bouncy S-waves, leaving the ends slightly straight for a lived-in texture.
3. Lightly spritz all over with the dry texturizing spray listed below and rake through the curls with your fingers to break them apart.
4. Section off the top crown of your hair, starting from near your temples, leaving out a few soft, wispy tendrils around the ears to frame the face.
5. Begin a raised Dutch braid starting along the hairline or crown, crossing side strands under the middle strand while gradually incorporating small sections from the top half.
6. Once you reach the top crown, secure the braid loosely, twist the remaining tail into a casual mini top knot, and pin it securely using the matte bobby pins listed below.
7. Gently pancake and tug at the outer loops of the braid to create added volume and texture.
8. Lock the style in place with a flexible hold finishing hairspray listed below for effortless, all-day hold.
Isn’t this textured lob haircut just so effortlessly gorgeous?? It’s the ultimate sweet spot between short and medium length, giving you tons of bounce without weighing your hair down. One thing I absolutely love about this style is how the side-swept bangs naturally highlight the eyes and cheekbones! Plus, the blended blonde balayage means you get that sun-kissed dimension with a seamless, low-maintenance grow-out.
How to do this
1. Prep clean, towel-dried hair with a lightweight styling mousse and the heat protectant spray listed below to shield strands and add volume.
2. Blow dry using a round ceramic brush, lifting at the roots to build natural crown volume while sweeping the side bangs over to gently frame the eye and brow.
3. Take 1.5 to 2-inch sections of hair and curl them using the 1.25-inch curling iron listed below, alternating directions away from the face to create loose, effortless bends.
4. Allow the curls to completely cool, then gently rake through them using the wide tooth detangling comb listed below to break up the pattern into soft, relaxed waves.
5. Mist mid-lengths and ends with the dry texturizing spray listed below for that perfectly undone, lived-in body.
6. Finish the look with a light spritz of the flexible hold hairspray listed below to ensure the face-framing sweep stays in place all day.
I've always loved a good blowout, but adding swooping side bangs takes it to a whole new level of effortless chic! There is just something so romantic and timeless about soft, face-framing layers caught in the golden hour light. To recreate this, focus on drying the front pieces up and away from your face using a round brush. It gives your natural hair texture so much bounce without feeling overly stiff or styled!
How to do this
1. Start with clean, damp hair and apply a quarter-sized amount of the lightweight volumizing mousse listed below from roots to ends for lift and body.
2. Mist your strands thoroughly with the heat protectant spray listed below to shield your hair from hot tool damage.
3. Using a round blow-dry brush listed below and a hair dryer, blow-dry the hair in sections, lifting at the roots to maximize crown volume.
4. When drying the sweeping side bangs and front face-framing pieces, roll them back and away from your face with the brush to create that gorgeous feathered swoop.
5. Take the large barrel curling iron listed below and wrap vertical mid-to-end sections away from your face to create soft, cascading waves.
6. Once the curls have completely cooled, gently rake through them using the wide-tooth comb listed below to soften them into relaxed, cohesive waves.
7. Finish the look by misting a small amount of the flexible hold hairspray listed below over the swooped bangs and lengths to lock in soft movement all day.
Are you swooning over intricate braided updos as much as I am? I couldn't resist including this romantic French-braided low bun because it's the absolute definition of timeless elegance. The way the dimensional honey highlights pop against the braided crown and wrap into that neat chignon at the nape is simply stunning! You could easily tuck in a few sprigs of baby's breath for a bridal look, or keep it sleek and understated for black-tie galas. Give it a try for your next big event and prepare for endless compliments!
How to do this
1. Prep dry, brushed hair with a mist of the texturizing spray listed below to add grip and fullness before styling.
2. Leave out a few soft strands around the hairline and ears to act as face-framing tendrils later.
3. Begin a classic Dutch or French braid starting from the crown of your head, working downward toward the nape, keeping tension even.
4. Gather side sections above the ears, braiding or twisting them horizontally along the perimeter to meet the central braid at the nape.
5. Combine the remaining lengths at the nape into a low ponytail or three-strand braid, securing with one of the clear mini elastic bands listed below.
6. Roll, tuck, and wrap the braided tail into a low horizontal chignon at the base of the neck, anchoring firmly underneath using the sturdy matte bobby pins listed below.
7. Gently pinch and pancake the braided sections to loosen and expand them for an effortlessly romantic, dimensional texture.
8. Lightly curl the loose tendrils near your ears with a small curling wand, then mist the entire updo with the flexible hold finishing hairspray listed below.
Whenever you want high-impact drama that mixes edgy braided detail with full-on Hollywood glam, this style is everything!! The tight sunburst cornrows keep your face totally open while those sculpted glossy waves bring all the body and movement.
How to do this
1. Start by prepping clean, dry hair with a generous misting of heat protectant spray and dividing the hair into two main sections: the top/crown perimeter for cornrow braiding and the back/lower section for waves.
2. Using a fine-tooth metal rat tail comb, map out precise, radial sections extending symmetrically backward from the center hairline.
3. Apply a firm-hold styling pomade to each narrow slice to tame flyaways, then tightly braid each cornrow back along the scalp, continuing the braid past the hairline into hanging micro-braids.
4. Secure the braided ends with tiny clear mini elastic bands and mist with high-shine finishing spray.
5. For the loose back and length, take 2-inch horizontal sections and curl in the same direction using a 1.25-inch curling iron or deep waver to create uniform retro Hollywood S-waves.
6. Once cooled, gently comb through the loose waves with a wide-tooth comb to merge the pattern, adding a lightweight hair serum on the ends for an ultra-glossy, reflective finish.
7. Lock the entire look in place with a flexible hold styling hairspray.
