Are you loving the ultra-sleek, clean girl aesthetic as much as I am? This polished low ponytail with a sweeping side fringe is the ultimate boss-babe look for any formal event, office meeting, or classy date night! The deep side part brings so much sophistication and really lets those gorgeous dimensional ash blonde babylights shine through. It's clean, timeless, and surprisingly easy to style once you get that smooth blow-dry down!
How to do this
1. Start by prepping freshly washed, damp hair with a smoothing heat protectant blowout cream listed below to ensure a silky, frizz-free base.
2. Blow dry the hair straight using a boar bristle round brush listed below, focusing on lifting the roots at the crown slightly for subtle body while keeping the front smooth.
3. Use a tail comb listed below to create a clean, deep side part above the arch of your eyebrow.
4. Sweep the front heavy side smoothly across your forehead, gently covering the hairline, and guide the lengths around towards the nape of the neck.
5. Gather all your hair into a low ponytail right at the nape of the neck and secure tightly using a snag-free elastic band listed below.
6. Take a small half-inch section of hair from underneath the ponytail, wrap it neatly around the elastic band to conceal it, and secure underneath with a bobby pin listed below.
7. Finish the entire style by lightly misting with a high-shine flexible hairspray listed below and smoothing any flyaways down with your hands.
I am completely obsessed with this ash blonde lob!! The seamless shadow root melts so effortlessly into those icy, silvery lengths, and that bold bright money piece gives the prettiest pop around the face. It's such a sleek, high-end look that feels timeless whether you wear it straight like this or toss in some loose waves!
How to do this
1. Start by prepping clean, damp hair with a thermal protectant using the heat protectant spray listed below to shield your blonde strands from heat damage.
2. Apply a dime-sized amount of smoothing blowout serum evenly through the mid-lengths and ends to add slip and cut down on frizz.
3. Section the hair horizontally into manageable tiers, beginning at the nape of the neck.
4. Blow dry each section smooth using the round ceramic brush listed below, directing the airflow downward to flatten the cuticle and create mirror-like shine.
5. When you reach the front face-framing pieces and money piece, roll the brush backward away from the face to give that open, sweeping contour around your cheekbones.
6. Run a flat iron on medium heat lightly over the ends, giving a very slight inward bevel to mimic that effortlessly polished collarbone swing.
7. Finish by misting a small amount of the luminous lightweight hair oil listed below onto your palms and smoothing over flyaways for an ultra-glossy, platinum finish.
Oh, this sleek architectural bob is absolute perfection! The ash-silver dimensional tones and that dramatic swoop over the eye give off the ultimate cool-girl, chic mysterious vibe. Would you dare to go this bold and sleek with your next chop?
How to do this
1. Start on freshly cleansed, towel-dried hair and distribute a nickel-sized amount of the smoothing blow-dry cream listed below evenly from mid-lengths to ends.
2. Mist thoroughly with the thermal heat protectant spray listed below to shield strands and prepare for a glassy finish.
3. Section the hair into clean, manageable quadrants and blow-dry using a high-tension ceramic round brush, beveling the ends inward under the chin to create that gorgeous spherical curve.
4. For the deep side-swept front section, over-direct the hair across the forehead with the round brush, curving the tips gently outward or diagonally across the eye.
5. Pass over fine 1-inch sections with a tourmaline flat iron on medium-high heat, slightly turning the wrist inward at the perimeter for maximum sleekness and bevel.
6. Finish the look by misting with the high-gloss shine mist listed below and locking the front fringe into place with a light veil of flexible hold hairspray.
I am completely obsessed with this chic mushroom brown lob!! The cool ash highlights framing the face give such an effortless, expensive vibe without feeling overdone. I love the soft flick at the ends and how the curtain layers open up her cheekbones so perfectly.
How to do this
1. Start by prepping damp hair with a small amount of the lightweight volumizing mousse listed below, working it from roots to mid-lengths for airy lift.
2. Mist your strands thoroughly with the heat protectant spray listed below to shield hair from blow-dryer and iron heat.
3. Section the hair into clean quadrants and blow dry using the large ceramic round brush listed below, lifting upward at the roots to build soft volume through the crown.
4. When drying the front face-framing curtain layers, roll the brush backward away from the face to create that signature flipped-out, sweeping curve.
5. Use a wide-barrel curling wand on random middle sections to add subtle bend and texture, leaving the very ends soft and slightly flicked.
6. Finish off the style by spritzing the texturizing finishing spray listed below throughout the ends, lightly shaking out with your fingers, and taming any stray flyaways with the lightweight hair oil listed below.
Isn’t this chic, cool-toned lob just breathtaking to look at?? A soft mushroom ash color paired with swooping face-framing layers gives this style such an effortlessly expensive vibe! One thing I love about this cut is how versatile it is—you get all the bounce and movement of long hair without any of the heavy weight. It’s perfect if you want that fresh, sophisticated blowout feel every single day!
How to do this
1. Prep clean, towel-dried hair by applying a heat protectant spray with argan oil evenly throughout your mid-lengths and ends.
2. Work in a dollop of lightweight volumizing mousse focusing on the roots to give your side part plenty of lift and hold.
3. Section the hair into three horizontal tiers using sectioning clips listed below to keep everything organized while drying.
4. Blow dry each section using a large ceramic round brush, pulling upwards at the roots for volume and rolling the ends under for that polished curve.
5. For the face-framing front bangs, roll the hair back away from the face on the round brush, hit it with the cool blast button to set the shape, and release gently.
6. Finish the look by smoothing a pea-sized amount of shine-enhancing smoothing serum over the surface to tame any flyaways and boost that icy reflection.
This wavy lob is seriously the ultimate everyday look and it looks so effortlessly chic! I'm obsessed with the subtle ash blonde ribbons framing the face—they brighten everything up without being too intense. If you want something super versatile that grows out gracefully, you have to try this cut!
How to do this
1. Start by prepping clean, damp hair with a lightweight heat protectant spray to shield against thermal damage and add softness.
2. Blow-dry using a medium ceramic round brush, lifting at the roots to build subtle volume while keeping the cuticle smooth.
3. Divide hair into horizontal sections and use a 1.25-inch curling iron, wrapping vertical pieces away from the face while leaving the last inch of the ends out straight for that modern, lived-in bend.
4. Allow the curls to cool completely, then mist hair with the dry texturizing spray listed below to add grit and separation.
5. Gently rake through the waves with your fingers or a wide-tooth comb to loosen the shape into effortless S-waves.
6. Finish with a drop of lightweight hair oil smoothed through the ends to tame any flyaways and boost shine.
Mushroom brunette and cool ash tones have been everywhere lately, and this textured lob cut is honestly the easiest way to pull it off. The subtle cool balayage adds depth without looking streaky, and styling it into relaxed bends gives that chic 'I woke up like this' energy without hours of effort in front of the mirror!
How to do this
1. Start by prepping clean, damp hair with a lightweight styling mousse or the volumizing root spray listed below to add lift without crunch.
2. Blow-dry using a medium round ceramic brush, lifting at the roots to build soft natural volume throughout the crown and sides.
3. Mist sections with the heat protectant spray listed below before applying any hot tools.
4. Take vertical 1.5-inch sections and wrap them loosely around the 1.25-inch curling iron listed below, leaving the bottom inch out for an undone, modern wave.
5. Alternate curl directions away from the face to keep the movement soft and natural.
6. Once all waves have cooled completely, gently rake through them using your fingers or the wide-tooth comb listed below.
7. Finish by spritzing the dry texturizing spray listed below through the mid-lengths and ends for that effortless, airy separation.
Isn’t this textured platinum bob so effortlessly cool?? This haircut works amazingly well if you want a short, chic chop that still has tons of movement and softness around the face. One thing I absolutely love about this style is how the delicate wispy bangs frame the eyes without feeling heavy. Plus, with that subtle shadow root, you get that lived-in, modern vibe that makes growing it out so much easier!
How to do this
1. Start on freshly cleansed, damp hair and prep with a lightweight styling leave-in using the heat protectant spray with argan oil listed below to safeguard delicate lightened strands.
2. Blow-dry the wispy bangs first using a small ceramic round brush listed below, rolling forward and slightly outward to create that feathered, airy curtain texture around your eyes.
3. Rough-dry the rest of the bob with your fingers or a paddle brush, directing hair flat against the head to maintain a sleek, head-hugging silhouette while retaining natural body.
4. Take a slim flat iron and gently bevel random outer strands and the ends slightly inward or outward to enhance the piecey, razor-cut layers.
5. Rub a dime-sized amount of the matte finish texture paste listed below between your fingertips and pinch the ends of the bob and bangs to create defined, separated wisps.
6. Finish with a spritz of the flexible hold hairspray listed below to lock the effortless shape in place throughout the day.
This breezy collarbone-length cut has been everywhere lately, and it's honestly the ultimate cool-girl haircut. The combination of blunt ends with airy, piecy bangs creates such an effortless silhouette that looks amazing whether you take the time to style it with subtle bends or just let it air-dry. It gives off that classic romantic, lived-in aesthetic that feels totally timeless!
How to do this
1. Start by prepping damp hair with a lightweight smoothing primer and a spritz of the heat protectant spray listed below to shield strands from hot tools.
2. Blow-dry using a medium round boar-bristle brush, focusing on lifting at the roots for airy volume and smoothing the wispy fringe forward across the forehead.
3. Using a 1.25-inch curling iron or flat iron, add subtle, relaxed S-bends to random mid-length sections while leaving the very ends straight for that chic, effortless French lob vibe.
4. Allow the bends to cool completely, then gently run your fingers through your hair to break up the shape.
5. Mist with the dry texturizing spray listed below through the mid-lengths and ends to add separation and a lived-in, airy texture.
6. Finish by lightly setting the bangs and crown with a fine-mist flexible hairspray to keep everything softly in place without any stiffness.
A collarbone lob will always be an absolute go-to when you want something fresh, effortless, and chic. The cool mushroom ash tone gives classic light brown hair an earthy, modern twist without feeling overly styled. If you want that dreamy, wind-tossed texture, skip the curling iron and just use a big round brush when you blow dry! A quick spritz of texture spray at the roots is all you need to keep that gorgeous, airy movement going all day.
How to do this
1. Start by washing and conditioning your hair with a color-safe clarifying system to keep cool tones bright and free from dulling buildup.
2. On towel-dried hair, apply a dime-sized amount of the lightweight leave-in conditioning cream listed below to smooth down flyaways and protect the strands.
3. Mist all over with the thermal heat protectant spray listed below, paying close attention from mid-lengths to the ends.
4. Rough dry your hair until it's about 80% dry, lifting at the roots with your fingers to build natural, effortless volume.
5. Section hair into manageable parts and blow dry using the large ceramic round brush listed below, rolling sections away from the face to create soft, airy bend.
6. Create a soft off-center or side part, flipping the front section up and over for that effortless, windswept swoosh.
7. Finish by shaking the roots and misting the dry texturizing spray listed below through the lengths to give it that perfectly undone, airy movement.
Whenever I want a style that looks straight out of an edgy festival board, this is the one I go for! The contrast between the sleek top knot and the detailed center fishtail braid looks insane with cool ash or silver tones because you can clearly see every single strand weaving together.
How to do this
1. Start with clean, detangled, straight hair prepped using the smoothing blow dry cream listed below to eliminate any flyaways.
2. Section off the top crown area by creating a clean curved or heart-shaped parting using the fine tooth rat tail comb listed below.
3. Secure the top crown section into a sleek mini top knot bun right at the crown, leaving the ends or a separate middle track to feed directly into the braid.
4. Take the center vertical section right underneath the top knot and begin weaving a tight, precise fishtail braid downward towards the nape, incorporating side pieces smoothly.
5. Apply a dime-sized amount of the hair styling pomade stick listed below over the side sections to keep the scalp line super crisp and prevent baby hairs from escaping.
6. Continue braiding down the center until you reach past the nape of your neck, and secure the end with the mini clear elastic hair bands listed below.
7. Gently pull out a couple of delicate wisps in front of and behind each ear for that effortless soft contrast, then mist everything with the strong hold anti-humidity hairspray listed below to lock this artwork in place all day.
This hairstyle is what I like to call the effortless rooftop top knot. You start by parting your front money-piece strands down the middle and pulling the top crown layer into a small, cute messy bun right on top of your head. Then just add a few quick, soft bends through the rest of your hair to show off those gorgeous ash blonde balayage dimensions.
How to do this
1. Start on dry, detangled hair prep with a lightweight heat protectant spray listed below to shield your lightened strands.
2. Separate two face-framing sections at the front hairline to leave loose around your cheeks, and gently part down the middle.
3. Section off the crown and top half of your hair, gathering it high onto the crown into a mini ponytail using a clear elastic hair tie listed below.
4. On the final loop of the elastic, pull the ponytail halfway through to form a casual loop, or wrap the tail around itself to create a mini messy top knot, securing with bobby pins as needed.
5. Take a 1.25-inch curling iron listed below and wrap alternating 1-inch sections of the bottom loose hair away from your face for just a few seconds to create soft, lived-in S-waves.
6. Lightly bend the front face-framing pieces away from the eyes with the iron to give them an effortless drape.
7. Finish by misting a texturizing finishing spray listed below all over your waves and gently teasing the bun with your fingers for a perfectly undone finish.
I’m seriously obsessed with this effortless blowout look. It combines cool mushroom ash tones with gorgeous, soft-swept curtain bangs and long layers that frame the face like a dream. It gives off such an elegant, clean girl aesthetic that's perfect for a chic everyday vibe or dressed up for a fancy date night. Plus, the way the layers catch the light makes your hair look so healthy, full, and bouncy!
How to do this
1. Start by prepping damp hair with the lightweight heat protectant spray listed below to shield strands and build a smooth foundation.
2. Apply a dollop of the volumizing styling mousse listed below throughout the roots and mid-lengths to ensure long-lasting body and bounce.
3. Section out the hair and blow dry using the large ceramic round brush listed below, lifting upward at the roots to maximize volume.
4. For the curtain bangs and front layers, roll the hair back and away from the face with the round brush, letting the curl set in place or using the velcro roller set listed below for extra lift.
5. Once cooled, gently shake out the hair with your fingers and mist with the flexible hold finishing hairspray listed below to lock in the airy, flowing movement without stiffness.
A chic, textured pixie cut is forever my absolute favorite! The contrast between the cool ash blonde tips and the deeper root gives it so much depth and edge. Would you ever be brave enough to go this short?
How to do this
1. Start with towel-dried, clean hair and apply a dollop of lightweight volumizing mousse using the volumizing root mousse listed below to prep the crown for lift.
2. Blow-dry the sides and nape flat against the head shape using a flat paddle brush or your fingers, directing the airflow downward to keep the edges sleek and close-fitting.
3. Use a small ceramic round brush or vent brush to direct the longer crown layers up and forward, creating height and airy volume on the top.
4. Once completely dry, warm a dime-sized amount of matte styling paste using the matte texture pomade listed below between your fingertips.
5. Work the product through the top lengths, gently twisting and piecing out sections to define the layers and sweep the fringe across the forehead.
6. Finish with a spritz of flexible hold spray using the light-hold texturizing hairspray listed below to lock in texture and height all day without feeling stiff.
If you've been craving a chic chop, this effortlessly tousled bixie cut is your sign! It blends the ease of a pixie with the versatile length of a short bob, swept back to show off those gorgeous cheekbones. The cool-toned ash blonde babylights give it that dreamy, dimensional lift without feeling overdone.
How to do this
1. Start by prepping damp hair with a lightweight volumizing mousse to create lift at the roots.
2. Blow dry using a small ceramic round brush, lifting hair up and away from the face to build sweeping, airy volume across the crown.
3. Use a flat iron or small curling wand on low heat to add subtle bends and curves to the top longer layers, directing strands backward.
4. Mist a dry texturizing spray through the crown and mid-lengths to separate strands and create that tousled, dimensional effect.
5. Warm a pea-sized amount of matte styling pomade between your fingertips and gently pinch the ends around the ears and nape to define the feathered silhouette.
6. Finish with a flexible hold hairspray to keep the shape soft, touchable, and effortlessly in place all day.
This is a great cut if you have natural curls and want lots of shape without feeling weighed down. The blended layers give instant bounce around your crown, and the soft curly fringe frames the eyes perfectly. Keep it refreshed between washes with just a bit of water and curl cream.
How to do this
1. Start on freshly cleansed, soaking wet hair using a moisturizing curl-friendly shampoo and conditioner.
2. Gently rake a quarter-sized amount of the curl defining cream listed below from roots to ends to lock in hydration and reduce frizz.
3. Work in sections with a lightweight styling foam using the hair mousse listed below to give spring, hold, and definition to the curls.
4. Section out the bangs and lightly finger-coil each curl forward and outward to encourage them to frame your forehead naturally.
5. Use a microfiber towel to gently scrunch upward, removing excess moisture without disturbing the newly formed curl clumps.
6. Attach the universal hair diffuser listed below to your blow dryer on low speed and medium heat, cupping sections of hair upward towards your scalp until about 90% dry.
7. Once completely dry, break any light gel cast and add separated texture by scrunching in a couple drops of the lightweight hair styling oil listed below.
Curly bangs used to scare me a little bit, but this layered curly lob completely changed my mind! The cool smoky ash highlights give so much dimensional depth to every single spiral, and cutting soft wispy bangs right at brow level frames the eyes in the dreamiest way. It’s effortless, full of volume, and looks completely natural.
How to do this
1. Start on freshly washed, soaking wet hair that has been treated with a moisture-rich leave-in conditioner listed below to lock in base hydration.
2. Section the hair and rake through a curl defining styling cream using your fingers to ensure every ribbon from roots to ends is coated evenly.
3. Apply a lightweight curl defining gel listed below using the praying hands method over the lengths to seal in moisture and eliminate wet frizz.
4. For the curly fringe, gently twirl small forward sections around your finger using the wide-tooth comb or your fingertips to encourage a bouncy rounded shape.
5. Flip your head upside down or to the side and diffuse with your hair dryer on low speed and medium heat, scooping the ends up to the scalp until 85% dry.
6. Once fully dry, break the slight gel cast by scrunching upward with a couple drops of lightweight nourishing hair oil listed below to add glossy shine and soft bounce.
I’m seriously in love with this hairstyle. It’s got that cool-girl icy silver tone combined with a dimensional shadow root that keeps it looking super modern. The collarbone-grazing lob cut with soft bends is so flattering and effortlessly chic. I think this look would be amazing for everyday wear, a night out with friends, or really any event where you want to turn heads with gorgeous color.
How to do this
1. Start by prepping clean, towel-dried hair with the heat protectant spray listed below to shield strands and keep that icy silver tone radiant.
2. Blow dry the hair using a round ceramic brush, lifting at the roots around the crown and center parting to create soft volume and smooth out the cuticle.
3. Take 1.5 to 2-inch vertical sections and use the 1.25-inch curling iron listed below to wrap the hair away from the face, leaving the last inch of the ends out for an effortless, modern bend.
4. Allow the curls to cool down completely, then mist hair thoroughly with the texturizing finishing spray listed below to give it that airy, undone separation.
5. Gently rake through the waves with your fingers or a wide-tooth comb, working a drop of the smoothing hair oil listed below through the mid-lengths and ends for a polished, frizz-free shine.
I love this feathered layered lob so much! The way the face-framing layers sweep back gives it such an effortless, expensive feel without trying too hard. That cool mushroom ash brown tone paired with the soft flipped ends makes this the ultimate everyday chic haircut.
How to do this
1. Start with clean, damp hair and prep from roots to ends using the volumizing root lift mousse listed below to ensure lasting body.
2. Mist lightly with the thermal heat protectant spray listed below to shield strands from hot tools.
3. Section the hair into manageable horizontal tiers, starting from the bottom near the nape.
4. Using a large ceramic round brush listed below and a blow dryer fitted with a nozzle, blow out each section straight down then roll the ends slightly upward and outward to create that gentle flick.
5. For the front face-framing layers and curtain bangs, roll the brush backward away from the face to achieve that sweeping, seamless curve.
6. Once fully dry and cool, run a small drop of the weightless smoothing hair oil listed below through the ends to eliminate any flyaways and add a silky sheen.
7. Finish by spritzing the light-hold flexible hairspray listed below to lock in the airy volume and movement without any stiffness.
If you're craving a dreamy pastel shift for spring or summer without the harsh grow-out, this blush lob is the ultimate sweet spot. The soft shadow root keeps things super forgiving between appointments, while those undone bends give your cut that breezy, lived-in feel without looking overstyled.
How to do this
1. Start by prepping clean, damp hair with the lightweight blowout heat protectant spray listed below to shield strands from hot styling tools.
2. Blow dry the hair straight and smooth using a ceramic round brush, focusing on lifting slightly at the roots for natural movement without overly rounding the ends.
3. Create a crisp, clean center part using the fine-tooth rat tail comb listed below.
4. Working in 1.5-inch sections, wrap the mid-lengths around the 1.25-inch ceramic curling wand listed below to create soft, undulating S-bends. Remember to leave the last inch of hair out straight for that effortlessly modern, blunt lob look.
5. Direct the front sections framing your face away from your cheeks to accentuate your jawline and open up your features.
6. Once all curls have cooled completely, gently rake your fingers through using a couple of drops of the featherweight hair smoothing oil listed below to break up the pattern.
7. Finish the entire look by misting the dry texturizing finishing spray listed below throughout the mid-lengths and underneath to give it that airy, touchable separation.
I'm seriously in love with this haircut and color combo. It's the perfect effortless collarbone-length lob with soft, lived-in bends that give it so much natural body and movement. The smoky ash blonde with that subtle cool lilac undertone and soft root shadow is insanely chic and flattering. I think this hairstyle is perfect for everyday wear at the office or running errands, but it also looks so polished and cool for date nights or going out with friends. It's super low-maintenance to style and gives you instant cool-girl energy.
How to do this
1. Start by prepping damp, freshly washed hair with the volumizing root lift spray listed below to ensure you get that airy height at the crown.
2. Apply a dime-sized amount of the heat protectant cream listed below through your mid-lengths and ends to shield your lightened strands.
3. Rough-dry your hair upside down with a blow dryer until it is about 80% dry, then use a medium round ceramic brush to smooth the ends while keeping the body bouncy.
4. Create a deep side part to get that effortless, swept-over volume across the front.
5. Using the 1.25-inch curling iron listed below, take vertical 1-inch sections and wrap them loosely around the barrel away from your face, making sure to leave the last inch of your ends straight for a modern, relaxed vibe.
6. Once cooled, spray generously with the dry texturizing spray listed below and rake your fingers through the waves to break them apart.
7. Finish by misting with the flexible hold hairspray listed below to keep that sweeping fringe perfectly situated over your brow all day long.
This ash blonde lob is seriously stunning and has that perfect effortless, lived-in volume that never looks like you tried too hard! I'm completely obsessed with how the bright face-framing money piece lifts the whole face, especially paired with those soft curtain bangs. If you love chic, collarbone-length cuts that work for both the office and casual weekends, you definitely need to save this one for your next salon trip!
How to do this
1. Start with towel-dried hair and apply a quarter-sized amount of the lightweight volumizing mousse listed below through the roots and mid-lengths to build soft body.
2. Protect your color and strands by misting the thermal heat protectant spray listed below evenly from roots to tips before applying any heat.
3. Blow-dry your hair using a large ceramic round brush listed below, focusing on lifting the roots at the crown and curving the face-framing curtain bangs outward and away from your eyes.
4. Take random 1.5-inch vertical sections through the body of your hair and use the 1.25-inch curling iron listed below to add loose, relaxed bends, making sure to leave the last inch of your ends straight for that modern lob feel.
5. Gently rake through the waves using the wide-tooth comb listed below to soften them into relaxed, effortless movement.
6. Finish off by spraying the dry texturizing spray listed below through the mid-lengths and underneath layers to give that airy, lived-in texture and light separation.
Honestly, can we just take a minute to appreciate this cool-toned silver perfection? A textured lob is already such a go-to, but pairing it with lived-in waves and that seamless shadow root gives it an effortless, edgy vibe that works year-round!
How to do this
1. Prep clean, towel-dried hair with the heat protectant spray listed below to shield strands and lock in moisture before styling.
2. Blow-dry using a round brush or diffuse with a paddle brush, lifting directly at the roots on the crown to maximize volume and establish a deep side part.
3. Section off the hair into manageable horizontal tiers, starting from the nape and working upwards.
4. Take 1- to 1.5-inch vertical ribbons using the curling wand listed below, wrapping hair away from the face while leaving the bottom inch of ends uncurled for that lived-in lob vibe.
5. Alternate curl directions throughout the mid-layers to build natural body and avoid strands clumping together.
6. Once curls are fully cool, gently rake through them with your fingers using a few drops of the lightweight hair oil listed below to break up the pattern into soft, beachy waves.
7. Lift sections around the crown and roots, then spray the dry texturizing spray listed below generously to create airy separation and long-lasting grip.
8. Maintain that crisp, icy tone between salon visits by washing weekly with the purple toning shampoo listed below.
The cool mushroom ash lob. Such a timeless, modern cut! I love how effortlessly polished it looks with the ends gently tucked under and those soft, jaw-grazing layers in the front. It’s chic, low-stress, and makes fine-to-medium hair look so incredibly full and healthy.
How to do this
1. Start by prepping freshly washed, damp hair with the lightweight blowout thermal primer listed below to protect your strands and add smoothness.
2. Blow dry hair in sections using the ceramic round brush listed below, gently curving the ends inward toward the neck to create that soft, rounded perimeter.
3. Focus on the face-framing pieces around the cheekbones, rolling them backward away from the face with your round brush to achieve a soft curtain sweep.
4. For ultra-sleekness, glide a flat iron on low-to-medium heat quickly down the mid-lengths, following with a light flick of the wrist inward at the tips.
5. Apply a tiny drop of the smoothing hair serum listed below through the ends to eliminate any flyaways and boost shine.
6. Finish with a delicate mist of the flexible hold hairspray listed below to lock the shape in place without any stiffness.
Are you completely obsessed with soft, feathered layers that frame your face just right? I added this gorgeous ash blonde layered bob to the list because it gives off that effortlessly polished, sophisticated vibe that works anywhere from the office to a cozy coffee date. The soft sweep back on the sides adds so much movement, and those cool multidimensional highlights really make the layers pop. It’s light, bouncy, and super flattering—definitely a timeless cut to bring to your next salon visit!
How to do this
1. Start on freshly washed, damp hair and prep from roots to ends using the volumizing root lift spray and heat protectant leave-in cream listed below to build a full foundation.
2. Section the hair into manageable horizontal tiers starting at the nape, using sectioning clips.
3. Using a medium ceramic round brush and a blow dryer with a concentrator nozzle, blow out the nape section under for a soft, curved base.
4. As you work into the crown and front sides, wrap sections around the round brush directing the hair upward and backward away from the face to create that signature feathered swoop.
5. Set each warm crown and side section on medium velcro rollers for 10-15 minutes to lock in maximum volume and airy bounce.
6. Unroll the rollers gently and finger-comb through the layers using a few spritzes of the dry texturizing spray listed below to add separation and movement.
7. Finish the look with a light mist of the flexible hold hairspray listed below to maintain the soft sweep all day without any crunch.
This is a go-to cut if you want maximum style with zero hassle in the morning. If your fine or medium hair tends to fall flat, keeping the layers choppy on top with dimensional highlights instantly gives you natural body and lift.
How to do this
1. Start with clean, damp hair and apply a quarter-sized amount of volumizing root mousse to the crown using the volumizing styling foam listed below.
2. Blow-dry the sides and back flat against your head using a small paddle brush or your fingers, directing the airflow downward to keep the perimeter sleek.
3. Use a small ceramic round brush on the longer top layers, lifting upwards at the roots and sweeping the fringe forward and across toward the side.
4. Emulsify a dime-sized amount of lightweight matte texturizing paste between your palms using the matte hair pomade listed below.
5. Work the paste lightly through the crown and fringe, pinching the ends to create piecey separation and texture without weighing it down.
6. Finish with a quick mist of flexible hold hairspray using the lightweight finishing spray listed below to keep the sweep locked in all day.
I fell in love with this chic layered lob the second I saw it! The cool mushroom brown tone combined with seamless ash babylights gives it that ultra-modern, effortless vibe everyone is chasing right now. Plus, those swoopy face-framing layers and soft wispy bangs frame the face so gorgeously. It’s the perfect blend of 90s supermodel volume and everyday practicality—definitely give this bouncy cut a try if you want an instant style upgrade!
How to do this
1. Start on freshly washed, damp hair and prep with a lightweight volumizing mousse from roots to mid-lengths, followed by a thermal protectant spray using the heat protectant spray listed below.
2. Section out the bangs and blow-dry them straight forward using a small ceramic round brush, slightly rolling under at the tips to create a soft, feathery curtain effect.
3. Divide the rest of the hair into manageable horizontal sections, starting from the nape and working upwards.
4. Blow-dry each section with a large round boar bristle brush, lifting upwards at the roots for dramatic volume and rolling the ends outward or loosely curled for bouncy texture.
5. For the face-framing layers, direct the brush back and away from the face to create winged, swooping butterfly layers that frame the cheekbones.
6. Once fully dry, mist the roots and mid-lengths with the texturizing spray listed below and gently shake out with your fingers.
7. Finish off with a light spritz of flexible hold hairspray to keep the layers airy and full of movement throughout the day.
Nothing screams effortlessly cool quite like an icy silver lob with a lived-in shadow root! I'm completely obsessed with how the tousled, undone waves show off every bit of dimension without feeling too styled or precious.
How to do this
1. Start with a fresh, textured lob cut that hits right at the collarbone with subtle point-cutting at the ends for that choppy, airy feel.
2. Lighten hair to a pale level 10 blonde, blending in a soft charcoal-ash shadow root using the root smudge toner listed below so regrowth looks intentional and seamless.
3. Tone the mid-lengths and ends to an ultra-cool metallic silver using the icy silver toner kit listed below to kill all unwanted yellow warmth.
4. Prep damp hair with the heat protectant spray listed below, then rough dry with your hands and a blow dryer to bring out natural texture.
5. Take 1-inch vertical sections and wrap them loosely around the 1.25-inch curling wand listed below, leaving the ends completely straight for a relaxed, modern vibe.
6. Once the curls cool, gently shake them out with your fingers and generously mist the dry texturizing spray listed below through the roots and mid-lengths for gritty, effortless separation.
7. Finish the look by working a tiny dab of the matte styling wax listed below into the ends to define the razored edges and tame any flyaways.
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.
Isn’t this sleek low ponytail the ultimate chic hairstyle?? It looks effortlessly polished and clean, especially with those soft face-framing curtain bangs sweeping across the cheekbones. The wrapped base hides the hair tie completely, giving it such an elevated, high-fashion vibe! It is perfect for both casual workdays and glamorous formal events.
How to do this
1. Start by prepping damp hair with a smoothing thermal protectant, like the heat protectant blowout cream listed below, to ensure a sleek and frizz-free finish.
2. Blow dry the hair straight using a large ceramic round brush to achieve maximum polish and a gentle curve at the ends.
3. Separate out your face-framing curtain bangs in the front so they don't get caught in the back gathering.
4. Gather the rest of your hair smoothly at the nape of the neck using the boar bristle smoothing brush listed below, and secure tightly with the clear mini elastic bands listed below.
5. Take a half-inch strand of hair from underneath the ponytail and wrap it firmly around the hair tie until it is completely concealed.
6. Pin the wrapped strand discreetly underneath the ponytail base using one of the matte bobby pins listed below.
7. Finish by styling the face-framing layers softly away from the cheekbones with a flat iron and misting the hair with the lightweight shine and flexible hold hairspray listed below for a sleek, glass-like finish.
Whenever I want that effortless vintage look without feeling outdated, this icy blonde lob is my absolute favorite! The shadow root keeps it super lived-in so you don't stress over immediate regrowth, plus the retro curtain bangs frame your cheekbones in the most flattering way.
How to do this
1. Start by prepping damp hair with a lightweight thermal spray using the heat protectant spray listed below to shield your lightened strands.
2. Apply a dollop of volumizing mousse from roots to mid-lengths to give the curtain bangs and crown that airy 70s lift.
3. Blow-dry using a medium ceramic round brush using the ceramic round brush listed below, lifting upward at the root and directing the face-framing curtain bangs back and away from your cheeks.
4. Take a large-barrel curling wand or iron and wrap large vertical sections outward, focusing on creating soft, sweeping bends rather than tight curls.
5. Let the bends cool completely, then gently rake through your hair using the wide-tooth comb listed below to marry the waves together seamlessly.
6. Mist with texturizing finishing spray at the roots and mid-lengths using the dry texturizing spray listed below for that bouncy, touchable hold.
7. Finish the look and combat any brassy undertones on your platinum ends by maintaining weekly with the purple toning hair mask listed below.
I've always loved that effortless French-girl cool look, and honestly this textured lob with eyelash-skimming bangs nails it completely! If you're nervous about committing to a full blunt bang, going with a wispy Birkin fringe like this is the easiest gateway because it seamlessly blends right into the face-framing layers. Paired with a soft shadow root and cool ash blonde babylights, it gives off the perfect edgy leather-jacket vibe without needing hours of styling in the morning.
How to do this
1. Start by washing hair with a volumizing and color-safe cleanser, then apply a dime-sized amount of the lightweight heat protectant smoothing cream listed below to damp hair from mid-lengths to ends.
2. Blow dry the fringe first using the ceramic round brush listed below, sweeping it downward and slightly flicking through the ends to create that airy, wispy Birkin-style bang.
3. Rough-dry the rest of the hair with a blow dryer while lifting at the roots to maximize natural volume and movement until hair is completely dry.
4. Take random 1- to 2-inch vertical sections of hair and gently pass through with the 1-inch flat iron styling tool listed below, alternating slight outward bends and soft bevels to create subtle, undone texture rather than stick-straight rigidity.
5. Shake out the lengths with your fingers and spray a generous mist of the dry texturizing spray listed below at the crown and mid-lengths to give that piecey, lived-in separation.
6. Finish off by rubbing a tiny amount of the matte styling paste listed below between your fingertips and lightly pinching the tips of your bangs and face-framing layers to define the ends.
I think the layered blowout looks best when it has that effortless, breezy 90s bounce that curves gracefully away from your face. A set of cheek-skimming curtain bangs instantly frames the eyes while soft ash blonde balayage gives dimension to darker brunette strands. It's one of the easiest cuts to style whether you're throwing it into a claw clip or wearing it freshly blown out for an everyday look!
How to do this
1. Start by washing hair with a volumizing shampoo and conditioner to give the roots plenty of lift.
2. On towel-dried hair, apply a quarter-sized amount of the lightweight volumizing mousse listed below through the roots and mid-lengths.
3. Mist all over using the thermal heat protectant spray listed below to shield strands from hot styling tools.
4. Rough-dry your hair upside down until it is about 80% dry to create maximum airy volume.
5. Section hair into manageable parts and blow-dry using the ceramic round brush listed below, rolling sections away from the face to create soft swooping layers.
6. Pay special attention to the curtain bangs—roll them forward around the round brush, then blast with cool air and roll backward away from the eyes to achieve that signature cheekbone swoop.
7. Finish the look with a light mist of the flexible hold hairspray listed below and run your fingers gently through to separate the layers.
Products Used
Lightweight Volumizing Mousse
lightweight volumizing mousse for fine to medium hair
I love this layered bob so much!! The way the swooping layers catch the light and frame the face gives it such an effortless, cool-girl attitude. The cool mushroom ash highlights add just the right amount of dimension without being too high contrast. It looks amazing paired with a leather jacket and a bold red lip for an instant chic vibe!
How to do this
1. Start by prepping freshly washed, damp hair with a lightweight volumizing mousse and the thermal heat protectant spray listed below to shield strands and build body.
2. Section off your hair into manageable tiers, beginning at the nape of the neck.
3. Using the ceramic round blow dryer brush listed below, blow-dry each section upwards and curve inward at the ends to create that soft, rounded bounce.
4. When working on the top and crown sections, pull hair vertically upward from the scalp before rolling it back around the brush to maximize volume at the roots.
5. For the face-framing fringe layers, wrap the strands around the round brush directing them back and away from the face to achieve that sweeping, feathered curtain effect.
6. Once fully dry, mist the dry texturizing spray listed below through the mid-lengths and roots, gently shaking the hair with your fingertips to separate the layers.
7. Finish with a spritz of the flexible hold hairspray listed below to keep the airy shape in place all day.
I am completely obsessed with this 90s-inspired layered blowout!! The contrast between the cool ash brown base and that bold, face-framing blonde money piece is just stunning. Those bouncy, swept-back curtain bangs make your features pop effortlessly, and the curved layers give so much gorgeous movement even on thicker hair.
How to do this
1. Start on freshly washed, damp hair and prep with a lightweight blowout cream using the heat protectant smoothing cream listed below to protect from heat and add sleek shine.
2. Section out the curtain bangs in front, and begin blow-drying the lower layers using a large round ceramic brush, rolling the ends inward to create that bouncy, cascading C-curl shape.
3. Move to the face-framing curtain bangs: blow-dry them forward and over the round brush, then roll them back and away from the face to create the signature winged swoop around the cheekbones.
4. Pop the front bangs into a large velcro roller while warm to set the bounce and shape as they cool down.
5. Unroll the roller, gently shake out the hair with your fingers, and mist the layers with a flexible-hold finishing spray to lock in the blowout shape without any crunchiness.
6. Apply a couple drops of nourishing hair oil to the ends to tame any flyaways and enhance the blonde dimension and glossy brunette contrast.
If you've been thinking about chopping your hair into a bob but worry it'll look too sleek or prim, this textured cut is your sign to do it! The choppy, piecey layers give it so much effortless movement, especially paired with those loose, undone bends. I'm obsessed with the cool ash blonde balayage and deep shadow root because it keeps things low-maintenance as it grows out. Just spritz some texturizing spray, ruffle it with your fingers, and you've got instant cool-girl style!
How to do this
1. Start by prepping damp, towel-dried hair with a lightweight heat protectant and volumizing mousse to build grit and root lift.
2. Rough dry your hair upside down or using a round ceramic brush, lifting at the roots to maximize natural body and volume.
3. Once completely dry, mist with the heat protectant spray listed below to shield your strands from heat styling.
4. Take random 1- to 2-inch vertical sections and wrap them loosely around a 1-inch or 1.25-inch curling wand, leaving about an inch of the ends completely out for that modern, lived-in bend.
5. Alternate curl directions away from and toward the face, while keeping the front pieces swooping gently away to frame the cheekbones.
6. Let the curls cool fully, then break them up vigorously with your fingers or a wide-tooth detangling comb.
7. Lift sections and spray generously through the mid-lengths and roots using the dry texturizing spray listed below for that piecey, airy separation.
8. Rub a pea-sized amount of the matte styling paste listed below between your fingertips and lightly pinch the ends to define the choppy texture and lock the shape in place.
I'm totally obsessed with this hairstyle whenever I need to dress up and bring on the full glam. There is honestly nothing more flattering or timeless than a dramatic deep side part paired with glossy, flowing vintage waves. It looks like you just stepped right off a red carpet, but it's surprisingly fun to set and brush out at home. If you have a formal party, wedding, or black-tie event coming up, you definitely have to try this look!
How to do this
1. Start on freshly washed, towel-dried hair and apply a smoothing blowout cream throughout mid-lengths to ends.
2. Blow dry hair completely smooth using a round ceramic brush, directing the airflow down to seal the cuticle and lift at the roots.
3. Create a clean, dramatic deep side part aligned with the arch of your eyebrow using a fine-tooth tail comb.
4. Mist each section thoroughly with the heat protectant spray listed below to shield strands and add hold before heat styling.
5. Using the 1.25-inch curling iron listed below, wrap horizontal sections of hair all in the exact same downward direction to create cohesive S-shaped wave patterns.
6. Secure each freshly curled curl against the scalp using setting clips and let them cool completely for 15 to 20 minutes to set the structure.
7. Remove the clips and gently brush out all curls together using the boar bristle paddle brush listed below until they merge into smooth, sculpted Hollywood waves.
8. Sculpt the dramatic front wave over one brow and apply a few drops of the lightweight shine serum listed below to tame flyaways and enhance glossy reflection.
9. Lock the entire sculpted shape firmly into place using the flexible hold finishing hairspray listed below.
I’m absolutely in love with this hairstyle because it gives you that fresh, sophisticated vibe without needing hours in front of the mirror. It’s light, super stylish, and totally transforms everyday outfits into something effortlessly chic. Whether you're heading straight to work or going out for dinner, it always looks put together. Definitely give this cut a try, it’s a lot easier to style than you would think!
How to do this
1. Start on freshly washed, towel-dried hair and apply a quarter-sized amount of the lightweight volumizing mousse listed below evenly through the roots and mid-lengths.
2. Spritz with the heat protectant spray listed below to shield strands from hot tools and lock in smooth shine.
3. Using a small to medium ceramic round brush and blow dryer, direct the hair from a deep side part up and over to build root lift and body at the crown.
4. Blow dry the longer top fringe forward and across the forehead, rolling the brush ends slightly under for a soft, feathered curve.
5. Warm a pea-sized amount of the matte texturizing styling paste listed below between your fingertips and lightly piece through the tips to define the feathered layers and separation.
6. Finish with a light mist of the flexible hold finishing hairspray listed below to ensure the voluminous swoop stays all day without feeling stiff.
Are you totally obsessed with that classic 90s supermodel blowout look? I just had to include this voluminous layered cut because it gives off such effortlessly glamorous energy, don’t you think?! The soft face-framing layers and swooped curtain bangs frame the cheekbones so beautifully while keeping plenty of fullness throughout the ends. You can wear it blown out sleek with big round-brushed curves like this, or toss it up into a messy claw clip while letting those front pieces fall loose. It is super versatile, super flattering, and bound to make you feel incredible wherever you're heading!
How to do this
1. Start by washing hair with a volumizing shampoo and conditioner to build a lightweight, airy foundation.
2. On damp, towel-dried hair, mist evenly with the thermal heat protectant spray listed below from roots to ends.
3. Apply a golf-ball-sized amount of the lightweight volumizing mousse listed below, focusing on the root area and mid-lengths to give lasting bounce.
4. Rough dry your hair until it is about 80% dry, then section it horizontally into manageable tiers.
5. Using the large ceramic round brush listed below, blow dry the bottom sections under and inward toward the collarbones, directing the airflow down the hair cuticle for a mirror-like shine.
6. For the face-framing curtain bangs, roll the hair back and away from your face with the round brush, lifting at the roots to achieve that signature 90s swooped wing.
7. Set each warm crown and bang section on the large self-grip velcro rollers listed below for 10-15 minutes while the hair cools completely.
8. Gently unravel the rollers, shake out your hair with your fingers, and mist with the flexible hold hairspray listed below for all-day movement and soft hold.
This layered lob with curtain bangs is such a chic everyday look—it gives the perfect breezy volume without spending hours in front of the mirror, and the cool ash blonde tone feels so fresh and effortless!
How to do this
1. Start with towel-dried, damp hair and prep from roots to ends using the lightweight volumizing mousse listed below to create airy lift.
2. Mist your hair with the heat protectant spray listed below to shield your blonde strands from thermal styling damage.
3. Section the hair into manageable horizontal layers, starting at the nape of the neck.
4. Blow dry each section using a medium round ceramic blowout brush listed below, directing the roots upward for body and rolling the ends slightly outward and away from the face.
5. When styling the front curtain fringe, roll the hair forward and up around the round brush, then sweep it back and away from your eyes to achieve that seamless framing flick.
6. Finish the style by lightly misting the flexible hold texturizing finishing spray listed below to lock in bouncy movement without stiffness.
Are you loving this soft, effortless brunette blowout as much as I am? I added this glossy cool-toned look to the collection because that subtle mushroom brown dimension paired with swooping curtain bangs is just pure everyday chic! It gives the hair so much natural movement and bounce without feeling stiff or over-styled. Whether you're heading into the office, dressing up for date night, or just running errands in your favorite cozy knit, this versatile style always looks elevated and put together.
How to do this
1. Start with clean, damp hair and apply a quarter-sized amount of smoothing blowout cream throughout the mid-lengths and ends using the smoothing blowout cream listed below.
2. Mist hair evenly with a thermal protectant spray using the thermal heat protectant spray listed below to shield strands against hot tools.
3. Blow dry using a large ceramic round brush, focusing on lifting the roots straight up at the crown and sweeping the face-framing curtain bangs outward and away from the cheekbones using the round ceramic styling brush listed below.
4. Divide dry hair into 1.5-inch vertical sections and create soft, cascading bends with a 1.25-inch curling iron using the professional curling iron listed below, curling away from the face.
5. Once cooled completely, gently rake through the waves with a wide-tooth comb to blend them into seamless, polished ribbons using the wide tooth detangling comb listed below.
6. Finish the look by misting with a featherweight shine-enhancing hairspray to lock in the bounce and give that signature glassy glow.
Smoky ash brunette with a hidden pastel surprise! I'm completely obsessed with how the soft lavender, mint, and sky blue peekaboo ribbons reveal themselves every time the wind blows. It's such a fun, creative way to play with vivids without committing to a full head of bright color.
How to do this
1. Begin by sectioning the hair, isolating the lower-to-middle interior layers where the peekaboo pastel panels will sit, keeping the top crown and perimeter separate.
2. Lighten the designated peekaboo sections to a clean, pale level 10 blonde using the hair bleaching kit listed below.
3. Apply an ash brown shadow root to the top crown and blend it downwards into a cool mushroom/ash tone using the semi-permanent ash toner listed below to create a seamless root melt.
4. On the pre-lightened underneath sections, alternate horizontal bands of pastel lavender, mint green, and baby blue using the pastel direct dyes listed below.
5. Rinse with cold water to avoid color bleeding, then apply a rich moisturizing treatment to lock in shine and smooth the cuticle.
6. Prep damp strands with the heat protectant spray listed below and blow dry using a large round ceramic brush to create volume, softness, and flowing motion.
7. Finish the look by misting with the lightweight texturizing spray listed below to separate strands and reveal the multi-colored peekaboo layers beneath.
I love how soft and seamless this honey blonde balayage looks against the cool ash brown base! The face-framing pieces brighten up the entire look without needing high-maintenance roots. My favorite way to wear this is styled with loose, big barrel waves because it shows off every single dimension in the color melt!
How to do this
1. Start by prepping clean, damp hair with the lightweight heat protectant spray listed below to shield strands from hot styling tools.
2. Blow-dry the hair completely smooth section by section using the ceramic round brush listed below, focusing on lifting at the roots for soft volume.
3. Section the hair into manageable horizontal tiers and begin curling with the 1.25 inch ceramic curling iron listed below, wrapping wide vertical ribbons away from the face.
4. Be sure to leave the last half-inch of the ends slightly relaxed for a modern, lived-in wave rather than a tight prom curl.
5. Allow the curls to cool down completely, then lightly mist through the mid-lengths with the flexible hold hairspray listed below.
6. Gently rake through the waves with your fingers or the wide tooth comb listed below to soften them into seamless, cascading ribbons.
7. Finish by smoothing a drop of the nourishing hair serum listed below through the mid-lengths and ends for incredible mirror shine and frizz control.
I’ve always been obsessed with cuts that feel effortlessly cool without trying too hard, and this modern shaggy lob completely hits the mark! The piecey Birkin bangs add instant character, while the soft, cool-toned ash highlights give the waves so much natural dimension. If you usually wear your hair sleek and straight, giving it this tousled, undone wave texture will make it feel like a whole new vibe. Just add a bit of texturizing spray and you've got that ultimate effortless rock-and-roll chic!
How to do this
1. Start by prepping freshly washed, damp hair with the lightweight volumizing mousse listed below, applying it generously from roots to ends for lift.
2. Blow-dry the bangs first using a small round brush, sweeping them forward and slightly under to create that soft, wispy Birkin-bang shape, using the blow dryer with concentrator nozzle listed below.
3. Rough-dry the rest of the hair with your hands and a nozzle, lifting at the roots to maximize natural volume and texture.
4. Once completely dry, take a wide-barrel curling wand (around 1.25 inches) and wrap random 1- to 2-inch vertical sections away from your face, leaving the last inch of the ends out to preserve an effortless, undone wave.
5. Use your fingers or a wide-tooth comb to gently break up the waves once they have completely cooled down.
6. Spritz the dry texturizing spray listed below throughout the mid-lengths and crown, shaking your head lightly to get that tousled, rock-and-roll lived-in volume.
7. Finish the look by pinching small pieces of the bangs and face-framing strands with a tiny touch of the matte styling wax listed below to define the fringe.
If you've been wanting to go lighter but dread dealing with brassy tones, this smoky ash blonde lob is the ultimate dream. I absolutely love how the charcoal shadow root melts seamlessly into icy silver ribbons, giving it that super dimensional, moody finish. The soft inward bevel from a round brush blowout gives the haircut so much movement without looking overdone. You could easily pair this with a denim jacket or dress it up for an evening out, making it such a versatile, low-fuss statement look!
How to do this
1. Start by prepping clean, damp hair with a lightweight heat protectant spray to shield your strands and keep the cool tone shiny.
2. Apply a dollop of volumizing styling mousse focusing on the roots and mid-lengths to give that bouncy, rounded shape.
3. Section your hair into manageable quadrants and blow dry using a medium ceramic round brush, beveling the ends inward to create that full, curved perimeter.
4. Once completely dry, smooth through any flyaways using a flat iron on low to medium heat, subtly turning the iron under at the tips.
5. Mist a dry texturizing spray through the layers and shake it out lightly with your fingers for an effortlessly separated, lived-in feel.
6. Finish with a spritz of cool-shine hair mist to accentuate the icy ash and silver tones.
I love how this layered lob perfectly balances 90s blowout nostalgia with a modern, effortless cool-girl finish. The dimensional ash brown base with micro-fine blonde highlights gives the layers tons of depth, while that dramatic side-swept fringe effortlessly frames the cheekbones. It's the ideal cut if you want plenty of movement and body around your shoulders without committing to long lengths or high-maintenance daily upkeep!
How to do this
1. Start on freshly washed, damp hair and prep from roots to ends with a lightweight volumizing mousse to provide body and lift.
2. Mist a thermal protection spray evenly throughout using the heat protectant spray listed below to shield hair and add slip during the blowout.
3. Section the hair into manageable horizontal layers, starting at the nape. Using a medium ceramic round brush and a blow dryer fitted with a concentrator nozzle, blow out each section smooth, lifting at the roots.
4. When drying the perimeter ends, roll the round brush upwards and outward to create that flirty, soft outward kick along the collarbone.
5. For the crown and front fringe, blow-dry the heavy side-swept bangs up and forward, then direct them across the brow with a gentle swoop using the boar bristle round brush listed below.
6. Once fully dry, mist a dry texturizing spray through the layers to give separation and airy movement.
7. Finish by rubbing a drop of featherlight hair oil between your fingertips and lightly pinching the ends for a defined, polished, and frizz-free look.
Isn’t this side fishtail crown braid so dreamy to look at?? It looks like something straight out of a fairy tale! The dimensional blonde highlights make each little crisscross section pop so much more than solid hair would. Plus, leaving those loose, soft waves around the face keeps the entire style feeling romantic and effortless rather than overly stiff. It’s perfect for weddings, proms, or any date night where you want to look effortlessly put-together!
How to do this
1. Prep dry, brushed hair with a mist of the texturizing spray listed below to give your strands enough grip and hold for detailed braiding.
2. Leave out a soft front section around your cheekbone and jawline to act as face-framing tendrils later.
3. Begin a Dutch fishtail crown braid starting near the front hairline on one side, dividing hair into two working sections and taking small outer pieces crossing underneath each other while incorporating new sections from the perimeter.
4. Continue feeding hair along the ear line down into a side-swept fishtail braid as it travels over the shoulder toward the opposite side.
5. Secure the braid end with a small clear elastic band, then take a thin strand from the tail and wrap it around the elastic using a bobby pin listed below to conceal the band.
6. Gently pull and pancake each stitch of the fishtail braid from top to bottom to create a thick, plush, and dimensional appearance.
7. Softly bend the face-framing tendrils using the 1-inch curling iron listed below and set the entire romantic look with a spritz of the flexible hold hairspray listed below.
Can we just talk about how gorgeous a 90s-inspired blowout looks on a shoulder-skimming lob?! I'm obsessed with how the bright face-framing money piece illuminates her features, while those flicked-out, feathered curtain layers give it that bouncy, super chic movement. It's truly that effortlessly polished style that works everywhere from a busy Monday at the office to a fancy dinner date. Try rolling up your bangs with velcro rollers next time you style to get this exact airy flick!
How to do this
1. Start by prepping damp hair with a lightweight smoothing primer using the heat protectant blowout spray listed below from roots to ends.
2. Apply a dollop of volumizing mousse evenly through the root and mid-lengths to give your blowout lasting lift and body.
3. Section out the front curtain fringe and blow-dry them forward and over using the ceramic round brush listed below, then bevel outward and away from the face to create that signature sweep.
4. Blow dry the remaining lengths in horizontal sections, using the round brush to turn the ends outward so they flip gently around the shoulders.
5. Set the top crown and front bang sections on the jumbo self-grip velcro rollers listed below while they cool down completely to lock in that voluminous curve.
6. Unroll gently, mist through with the flexible hold hairspray listed below, and lightly rake your fingers through the curtain layers to separate them effortlessly.
If you want something super effortless with just a fun pop of color, this textured lob is seriously my favorite! The dark root keeps it low-maintenance while the soft pastel pink around the face gives it that cool, lived-in edge without being too over the top.
How to do this
1. Start by prepping towel-dried hair with a lightweight styling mousse to give your natural texture some hold and body.
2. Mist your strands thoroughly with the heat protectant spray listed below before reaching for any hot tools.
3. Rough blow-dry using your fingers or a diffuser to encourage natural separation, lifting hair at the roots for extra volume.
4. Take random 1-inch sections and create slight, alternating bends through the mid-lengths using a flat iron or the 1.25 inch curling iron listed below, making sure to leave the ends straight and undone.
5. Gently shape the face-framing fringe forward so it falls effortlessly across the brow and cheekbones.
6. Generously spray through the mid-lengths and roots using the dry texturizing spray listed below to build that gritty, lived-in separation.
7. Rub a dime-sized amount of the matte styling paste listed below between your fingertips and piece out the ends of the pastel pink layers for that signature textured look.
I'm obsessed with this deep side-swept fringe and feathering around the face!! It gives such an effortless, cool-girl 90s edge, especially paired with that icy platinum shade and subtle shadow root. My favorite way to wear this cut is blown out smooth with lots of bounce at the tips so the layers really pop!
How to do this
1. Start with clean, damp hair and apply a generous mist of the heat protectant spray with argan oil listed below to safeguard delicate platinum-lightened strands.
2. Work a small dollop of the volumizing blow dry mousse listed below evenly through the roots and mid-lengths to give lasting lift and body.
3. Section the hair into manageable quadrants and blow dry using the large ceramic round brush listed below, lifting upward at the crown for maximum root volume.
4. For the front face-framing fringe, roll the section forward and over away from your face with the round brush, directing the airflow down to create that dramatic sweeping swoop across the cheek.
5. Once fully dry, lightly spray the dry texturizing spray listed below through the mid-lengths and shake out gently with your fingers to separate the feathered layers.
6. Finish the look by smoothing a drop of the lightweight nourishing hair serum listed below on the ends to seal split ends, tame flyaways, and impart a sleek shine.
