If you've been searching for that effortlessly cool, lived-in chop that practically styles itself, this retro-inspired shag lob is calling your name! The soft flipped ends paired with piecey, brow-grazing bangs give instant dimension, while warm golden honey highlights catch the golden hour light just right.
How to do this
1. Start by prepping damp, towel-dried hair with a lightweight volumizing blow-dry lotion from mid-lengths to ends.
2. Blow-dry the bangs first using the small ceramic round brush listed below, rolling them downward with slight tension and then giving them a quick blast of cool air to lock in shape.
3. Section the rest of your hair into manageable tiers and blow dry using the medium round blowout brush listed below, pulling sections outward and flipping the bottom ends slightly upwards to get that flirty kick.
4. Add extra crown volume by lifting the top sections directly upward while applying heat to the roots.
5. Once fully dry, mist the dry texturizing spray listed below evenly through your layers while shaking your hair out with your fingers for that effortless lived-in look.
6. Take a tiny dime-sized dab of the lightweight styling wax paste listed below and pinch the tips of your bangs and face-framing layers to define that piecey, textured finish.
This look is all about gorgeous golden box braids that frame the face with effortless warmth. The uniform medium-sized braids fall gracefully past the shoulders, detailed with subtle gold hair jewelry cuffs to add an understated touch of elegance. It's a chic, long-lasting protective style that looks totally put together with zero daily styling hassle.
How to do this
1. Start with clean, detangled, and blow-dried natural hair, applying the leave-in conditioning spray listed below to prep and protect the strands.
2. Create a clean middle part down the center of the head using the metal tail rat-tail comb listed below, then divide the hair into neat grid sections for individual box braids.
3. Apply a small amount of the braiding edge control gel listed below along each parted line to keep the sections sleek, flyaway-free, and defined.
4. Take pre-stretched golden blonde braiding hair and begin braiding each section firmly from the root down to the ends using a standard three-strand box braid technique.
5. Seal the ends by dipping the tips safely in hot water to lock the synthetic braiding fibers together without unravelling.
6. Finish off the style by clipping on decorative gold braid cuffs using the hair jewelry set listed below, placing them randomly along a few front face-framing braids for an elevated look.
I fell in love with this punchy color combo when I was looking for a fun way to spice up dark hair without committing to an all-over bleach job. The vibrant emerald green dip-dye on the ends creates such a gorgeous contrast against the deep black roots! It gives off that perfect effortless grunge vibe with a deep side sweep. If you want a cool-girl pop of vivid color with low-commitment roots, you definitely have to give this style a try!
How to do this
1. Start by prepping damp hair with the lightweight volumizing mousse listed below, working it from roots to ends for lift and grip.
2. Blow dry the hair using the ceramic round brush listed below, focusing on lifting at the roots to establish a deep, dramatic side part.
3. Once dry, mist with the heat protectant spray listed below to shield colored strands from heat damage.
4. Take random sections and lightly bend them with a 1.25-inch flat iron or curling wand to create loose, piecey, undone texture rather than polished curls.
5. Rub a small amount of the matte styling wax listed below between your palms and piece out the emerald green ends to emphasize the choppy cut.
6. Finish with a generous spritz of the texturizing finishing spray listed below throughout the roots and mid-lengths for lasting volume and that effortless, lived-in edge.
If you want to bring out your inner cool-girl rocker, this pastel pink shaggy lob is everything! It gives that perfectly undone, lived-in bedhead vibe with tons of textured layers and choppy angled bangs. A quick blast of texturizing spray, pinch the ends, and you look effortlessly edgy in seconds!
How to do this
1. Start by bleaching your hair to a clean level 10 platinum blonde using the hair lightening kit listed below, making sure the canvas is completely even.
2. Deposit an all-over pastel blush toner using the pastel pink semi-permanent hair color listed below, allowing it to process fully to get that soft cotton candy shade.
3. Cut the hair into a textured collarbone-skimming lob with heavy razored layers throughout the crown and choppy, angled side-swept bangs.
4. Prep damp hair with a small amount of the lightweight volumizing mousse listed below, working it from roots to ends for lift.
5. Rough dry your hair upside down with a blow dryer to encourage maximum volume and separation.
6. Once dry, mist sections with the dry texturizing spray listed below and lightly scrunch or pinch ends using the matte styling paste listed below to define that piecey, rocker-chic texture.
Nothing turns heads quite like a bold, bouncy red curly bob! I love how the deep side part lets the ringlets cascade across the forehead for that effortless retro glamour without weighing the shape down.
How to do this
1. Start on freshly washed, soaking wet curls after detangling thoroughly with a wide-tooth comb.
2. Rake a generous amount of the curl defining cream listed below from roots to ends to lock in hydration and reduce frizz.
3. Section the hair and apply the lightweight curl defining gel listed below using the praying hands technique, then scrunch upward to encourage bouncy spiral definition.
4. Create a deep side part while the hair is damp, gently arranging front curls forward to frame the face.
5. Attach a diffuser to your blow dryer, using the collapsible silicone diffuser listed below on low heat and medium airflow, cupping curls upward until 90% dry.
6. Once completely dry, break any remaining gel cast by gently scrunching out the crunch with a few drops of the nourishing curl hair oil listed below to add glossy shine and soft bounce.
Are you loving these effortless, bouncy curls as much as I am? I had to feature this long layered curly shag cut because there is truly nothing prettier than ringlets with tons of natural body and movement! Adding soft, wispy curly bangs totally frames the eyes in the most flattering way without weighing down your face. Whether you're running weekend errands or dressing up for a golden-hour date night, this style lets your natural texture completely shine!
How to do this
1. Start on freshly cleansed, dripping wet hair after washing with a hydrating curl shampoo and conditioner.
2. Gently rake a generous amount of curl leave-in conditioner through your hair using the wide-tooth detangling comb listed below to thoroughly detangle and distribute moisture evenly.
3. Section off your bangs and crown area, then apply a defining curl cream from roots to tips to encourage your natural spiral formation.
4. For extra hold and frizz control in humid weather, glaze a lightweight curl defining gel over your mid-lengths and ends using the 'praying hands' technique, then scrunch upward gently.
5. Use your fingers to twirl individual coils in the fringe and face-framing sections to give them that effortless, defined ringlet shape.
6. Attach the universal collapsible diffuser nozzle listed below to your blow dryer, flip your head slightly forward, and dry your curls on low heat and low airflow until 85-90% dry.
7. Once fully dry, break the light gel cast by scrunching in a few drops of lightweight hair oil listed below to add brilliant shine, softness, and natural movement.
There is nothing quite as sleek and effortlessly polished as a glass-smooth dark brunette blowout with cascading inward-curving layers. I love how the full brow-skimming bangs frame the eyes while the feathered lengths gently hug the jawline and collarbone for an instantly elevated, chic look.
How to do this
1. Start by washing and conditioning your hair with a smoothing, frizz-control shampoo and conditioner to prep for a sleek finish.
2. On damp hair, mist evenly with the heat protectant spray listed below to shield strands from high heat while sealing down cuticles.
3. Apply a small amount of the smoothing blowout styling cream listed below from mid-lengths to ends using your fingers.
4. Section off the bangs and blow-dry them straight down using a fine-tooth comb and the ceramic ionic blow dryer listed below, sweeping slightly side to side to keep them uniform.
5. Clip the rest of your hair into manageable quadrants and blow dry section by section using the large ceramic round brush listed below, turning the ends inward gently to sculpt those face-framing curves.
6. Run a flat iron on medium-low heat through any stray flyaways if needed, beveling the tips softly inward around the neck and chest.
7. Finish by rubbing a dime-sized amount of the lightweight shine hair serum listed below between your palms and smoothing it over the surface for that ultra-glossy glass hair effect.
Whenever I want to feel absolutely timeless and completely put together, classic Old Hollywood waves are my ultimate go-to! There is just something so regal and elegant about brushing curls into that one seamless, flowing ribbon of hair. I decided to pair this deep side part with a warm golden-brunette tone to catch the light at every curve. If you have an event where you want to turn heads without looking overdone, taking the extra time to set and brush out these vintage waves is always worth it!
How to do this
1. Start by prepping damp hair with a volumizing blow-dry mousse and a heat protectant spray listed below to ensure hold and thermal protection.
2. Blow dry the hair using a medium round ceramic brush, directing the roots upward to establish maximum root lift and creating a deep side part.
3. Divide the hair into horizontal tiers, and using a 1.25-inch curling iron listed below, curl all sections in the exact same direction toward the face to form the cohesive S-wave foundation.
4. Pin each curl with setting clips right against the scalp and allow them to fully cool for at least 15 to 20 minutes so the shape sets firmly.
5. Unclip the curls and gently brush through the entire head using a boar bristle dressing brush listed below, letting the curls marry together into a singular, flowing wave ribbon.
6. Use setting clips placed in the ridges of the waves and mist with a medium-hold flexible hairspray listed below, leaving the clips on for 5 minutes to accentuate the sculpted shape.
7. Finish by misting an ultra-lightweight high-gloss shine serum or spray listed below across the exterior to lock in that polished Old Hollywood finish.
Festival braids are honestly the ultimate vibe when you want zero hassle and maximum impact. Adding colorful feed-in synthetic hair in electric pink and teal makes the entire look pop without any commitment to permanent color. Keep your parts super clean and use a bit of styling pomade on your roots so everything stays completely sleek and bounce-proof all day and night.
How to do this
1. Start by thoroughly detangling clean, dry hair using the wide-tooth detangling comb listed below to ensure every section is smooth and knot-free.
2. Create a crisp, straight center part from your forehead all the way down to the nape of your neck using the tail comb listed below, clipping one side out of the way.
3. Apply a small amount of the edge control smoothing pomade listed below along your hairline and down the parting line to keep flyaways tamed and provide grip.
4. Separate pre-stretched synthetic braiding hair in vibrant pink and teal shades. Take a small triangle section at the front hairline and begin a reverse three-strand Dutch braid, crossing strands under the middle.
5. As you work down the scalp, gradually feed in small sections of the colorful braiding hair along with your natural hair, maintaining firm, consistent tension.
6. Once you reach the nape of the neck, continue braiding the three strands under one another over your shoulder, securing the end with a small clear elastic band.
7. Repeat the exact same steps on the opposite side to create an even, matching twin braid look.
8. Mist the completed style generously with the firm hold finishing hairspray listed below to lock everything into place for an all-day festival hold.
Products Used
Synthetic Braiding Hair Extensions in Neon Pink and Aqua
Isn’t this colorful braided ponytail just the ultimate summer holiday hairstyle?? We love how the bright printed silk scarf instantly levels up a simple high ponytail into something so chic and playful! Plus, the Dutch scalp braid along the top adds that extra bit of gorgeous detail while keeping all your flyaways neatly tucked in on hot sunny days.
How to do this
1. Start with clean, detangled hair and section off a central parting down the top of the crown to create a sleek Dutch scalp braid using the boar bristle styling brush listed below.
2. Dutch braid the crown section toward the crown of your head, then gather all the remaining hair smoothly upward into a high ponytail and secure firmly with the seamless elastic hair ties listed below.
3. Apply a small amount of the edge control and smoothing gel listed below along your hairline and sides to tame any flyaways for an ultra-sleek finish.
4. Take the colorful silk square scarf listed below, fold it into a thin ribbon, and knot it around the base of your high ponytail to conceal the hair tie.
5. Divide the ponytail hair into two strands and let the two tails of the silk scarf act as the third strand (or integrate the scarf into a three-strand braid). Braid firmly all the way down to the ends.
6. Tie off the braid near the tips with the clear mini elastics listed below, allowing the colorful scarf ends to hang freely.
7. Finish the entire look with a light mist of the high-shine finishing spray listed below for all-day gloss and hold.
Nothing screams timeless luxury quite like a glossy, voluminous blowout paired with rich auburn tones. A deep side part combined with sculpted, rounded curls creates instant drama while keeping your look sophisticated and polished. If you want your curls to hold that red-carpet bounce all evening, make sure to let your hair cool down completely on rollers before you brush it out!
How to do this
1. Start by washing hair with a color-protecting shampoo and conditioner to preserve that vibrant auburn shine.
2. On towel-dried hair, apply a generous amount of the volumizing root lift spray listed below directly to your roots to build high-end lift.
3. Work a dime-sized amount of the heat protectant blowout smoothing serum listed below through your mid-lengths and ends to ensure silky, frizz-free texture.
4. Blow dry using a 2-inch ceramic round brush, lifting hair upwards at the crown for maximum height and curling the ends under smoothly.
5. Create a deep side part and roll sections of hair into the jumbo ceramic hot rollers listed below, letting them cool completely for 20 minutes to set the bounce.
6. Gently unroll and brush through your locks with a boar bristle styling brush to blend into smooth, cascading waves.
7. Lock everything in place with a flexible hold luminous hairspray listed below for a touchable, glassy finish that lasts all day.
I think a wavy lob paired with soft, wispy bangs is hands down one of the most flattering and effortless cuts you can get. The warm caramel balayage gives the dark base so much dimension, especially when styled in these relaxed, undone bends. It’s perfect if you want that chic French-girl feel without having to spend hours styling every morning!
How to do this
1. Start on freshly washed hair and apply a generous mist of the heat protectant spray listed below to shield strands from hot styling tools.
2. Blow-dry your fringe first using a small ceramic round brush listed below, sweeping back and forth to give the bangs that light, wispy, feathered curve.
3. Rough-dry the rest of the lengths using a lightweight hair dryer until completely dry, lifting at the roots for natural volume.
4. Take a 1.25-inch curling iron listed below and curl 1- to 2-inch vertical sections away from your face, making sure to leave the last inch of the ends straight for that relaxed, modern lob shape.
5. Allow the curls to cool down completely, then lightly run your fingers or a wide-tooth comb through to break them up into soft, dimensional waves.
6. Finish by misting the dry texturizing spray listed below throughout the mid-lengths and ends for lived-in texture and light hold, then add a drop of lightweight hair oil to the ends for shine.
I've always loved a good dramatic color transition, and this black-to-emerald green ombré is absolute perfection! The deep roots melt so effortlessly into this lush, vibrant forest shade that it looks moody yet super polished all at once. Plus, styling it into these soft, brushed-out waves gives the whole look an almost whimsical, dark-glam vibe that catches the light like crazy. If you’ve been on the fence about trying a bold jewel tone, this shadow-rooted look is definitely the sign you’ve been waiting for!
How to do this
1. Start by prepping pre-lightened hair for vivid coloring; ensure the mid-lengths to ends are lifted to a pale yellow level 9 or 10 while keeping the root area deep black or off-black.
2. Apply a rich emerald green semi-permanent direct dye using the tint brush listed below, blending it smoothly upward into the dark root area to create a seamless root melt.
3. Let the vivid dye process thoroughly, then rinse with cold water and treat the strands using the color-protecting deep conditioning hair mask listed below to seal the cuticle and lock in that jewel-toned vibrancy.
4. Mist damp hair with the heat protectant spray with argan oil listed below, then blow-dry using a large round ceramic brush to build maximum volume and smoothness from roots to ends.
5. Divide hair into horizontal sections and create loose, glamorous waves using the 1.25-inch ceramic curling wand listed below, wrapping hair away from the face.
6. Allow the curls to cool completely, then gently comb through them using the wide-tooth detangling comb listed below to transform them into soft, cascading Hollywood-style S-waves.
7. Finish with a spritz of the flexible hold hairspray listed below to lock in the shape while maintaining natural swing, high shine, and movement.
If you have naturally tight curls or ringlets and want a bold, head-turning shape, this curly shag bob is honestly everything! The rounded layers take out that awkward bottom-heavy triangle shape and give the curls so much height, bounce, and personality. Plus, that rich crimson-burgundy tone makes every single curl definition pop like crazy, especially when you pair it with full, eyebrow-grazing curly fringe!
How to do this
1. Start with freshly washed, soaking wet hair after using the hydrating curl shampoo and conditioner listed below to lock in maximum moisture.
2. Rake a generous dime-to-quarter sized dollop of the curl defining cream listed below through your soaking strands from roots to tips, making sure the product is evenly distributed.
3. Section out the bangs and use the wide tooth detangling comb listed below to gently separate curls without disrupting the natural clump pattern.
4. Apply a lightweight styling curl foam or mousse using praying hands, then gently scrunch upwards towards the scalp to encourage bouncy 3B/3C ringlets.
5. Attach the universal collapsible diffuser attachment listed below to your blow dryer on low-to-medium heat. Cup sections of the curls upwards without disturbing them until hair is about 85-90% dry.
6. Let the remaining moisture air-dry, then scrunch out the light gel cast using two drops of the nourishing hair oil listed below to add glossy shine and soften up the ringlets.
Products Used
Hydrating Curl Cleanser and Conditioner Set
moisturizing curl shampoo conditioner set sulfate free
There is something so effortlessly powerful and chic about a perfectly sculpted low bun. I often lean toward messy, effortless buns, but going fully sleek and glass-smooth instantly elevates any dress or evening look! With a crisp center part extended down the back and that perfectly folded roll, it gives pure high-fashion runway energy without needing any extra accessories.
How to do this
1. Start with clean, blown-out hair and apply a smoothing serum to eliminate all flyaways and provide high-gloss shine.
2. Use a precision rat tail comb to carve a razor-sharp center part from the front hairline all the way down to the nape of the neck.
3. Apply a firm-hold hair styling wax or pomade using the fine-bristle styling brush listed below to sweep both sides smoothly and tightly downwards toward the nape.
4. Secure the hair into a low, sleek ponytail at the base of the neck using a snag-free clear hair elastic.
5. Fold and roll the length of the ponytail smoothly under and inward to form an elongated horizontal rounded chignon or French tuck, pinning securely underneath with sturdy matte bobby pins.
6. Take a small cross-section of hair or wrap the upper base cleanly across the top fold to conceal any pins or elastics.
7. Finish the entire architectural style with an ultra-strong hold shine-enhancing hairspray to lock down every single strand for a runway-ready glass finish.
Oh, the ultimate rockstar shag haircut, how I love thee! The high-contrast icy white canopy with edgy black peekaboo layers underneath is such a killer vibe. Would you dare to rock this bold grunge look?
How to do this
1. Start by bleaching the main top canopy to a level 10 platinum blonde while keeping the underneath nape perimeter dyed jet black, neutralizing warm tones using the toning purple shampoo listed below.
2. Have your stylist cut a heavily textured modern shag or wolf cut lob, establishing choppy crown layers, feathered face-framing pieces, and long wispy bangs across the forehead.
3. Apply a small amount of the heat protectant spray listed below to damp hair before blow-drying.
4. Rough blow-dry using a paddle brush and hands, directing airflow upward at the roots around the crown to build maximum volume and messy separation.
5. Use a mini flat iron on the tips to flick out the bottom layers slightly, while keeping the bangs straight and piecey across the eyes.
6. Generously mist the dry texturizing spray listed below through the roots and mid-lengths to give that gritty, rock-and-roll lived-in volume.
7. Work a dime-sized amount of the matte styling paste listed below between your fingertips and pinch the ends to define individual wisps and face-framing strands.
Isn’t this icy silver lob just stunning to look at?? The contrast between that deep charcoal shadow root and the cool ash silver ends gives off the ultimate effortless, edgy vibe. What I love most about this cut is how versatile the lob length is—it's short enough to feel lightweight and modern, but long enough to rock these gorgeous, undone waves. Plus, with the root melt technique, your regrowth blends right in, making the color grow out so much easier!
How to do this
1. Start by prepping clean, damp hair with the heat protectant spray listed below to shield strands before blow-drying smooth with a paddle brush.
2. Once completely dry, divide your hair into horizontal sections starting from the nape of the neck up to the crown.
3. Take vertical 1- to 2-inch sections and create loose, lived-in S-waves using the ceramic curling wand or flat iron listed below, alternating direction and leaving the bottom inch of the ends straight for that modern, edgy silhouette.
4. For the front pieces framing the face, direct the wave slightly away from the cheekbones to keep the eyes open.
5. Allow all curls to cool completely so the texture sets properly.
6. Shake out the waves gently using your fingers and apply a generous mist of the dry texturizing spray listed below through the mid-lengths and ends for piecey separation and volume.
7. Finish the look with a drop of the lightweight smoothing hair oil listed below pressed into the tips to add softness, and maintain the cool silver tones at home using the purple toning shampoo listed below.
This layered blowout is ridiculously gorgeous and gives your hair so much bouncy movement without feeling stiff! I'm completely obsessed with how the curtain bangs frame the face and transition seamlessly into those soft, curved ends. If you have medium to thick hair, this cut is honestly a dream to wear!
How to do this
1. Start with clean, towel-dried hair and apply a quarter-sized amount of smoothing blowout cream and heat protectant spray listed below to prep the strands.
2. Part your hair straight down the middle and section off the crown and bangs with sectioning hair clips.
3. Using a large ceramic round brush listed below and a blow dryer with a concentrator nozzle, work in horizontal sections from the bottom layers upward, rolling the ends inward toward the chest to create that bouncy curve.
4. When you get to the curtain bangs, blow dry them forward on the round brush, then roll them up and away from your face to set that classic outward wing.
5. Once cooled, rake through the layers with your fingers to blend the tiers, and mist a lightweight shine serum and flexible hold hairspray over the entire style to keep the blowout bouncy and frizz-free all day!
Isn’t this bouncy, sun-kissed blonde style just the ultimate dream hair?? This look works wonders if you love effortless volume and dimensional color that grows out seamlessly with a soft root melt. One thing I absolutely love about this hairstyle is how easy it is to revive on day two or three! Just flip your hair over, mist on a little dry texturizer, and you're good to go with full, head-turning glam!
How to do this
1. Start by prepping damp, freshly washed hair with a golf-ball-sized dollop of the volumizing root lift mousse listed below right at your roots, followed by the lightweight heat protectant spray listed below distributed evenly through your mid-lengths and ends.
2. Blow-dry using a large ceramic round brush, lifting upward and away from the scalp at the crown to lock in maximum airy root volume.
3. Section the hair horizontally from bottom to top, taking roughly 1.5-inch sections and wrapping them around the 1.25-inch ceramic curling iron listed below, leaving about an inch of the ends out for an effortless, modern finish.
4. Alternate the curl direction through the back, but make sure to curl the sections around your face outward and away from your cheeks to accentuate your bone structure.
5. Once all the curls have completely cooled, flip your head upside down and thoroughly spray the dry texturizing spray listed below through the roots and mid-shaft to break up the curl definition and build lived-in fullness.
6. Flip back up, run your fingers loosely through your hair, and lock in the bombshell lift with a gentle mist of the flexible hold hairspray listed below.
These lush, bouncy copper coils are giving absolutely everything! The rich warmth paired with that gorgeous rounded volume and fringe is pure perfection. Have you ever tried a warm ginger or copper tone on your natural curls?
How to do this
1. Start on freshly cleansed, dripping-wet curls after conditioning with a hydrating treatment.
2. Section your curls and apply a generous amount of the curl defining cream listed below from roots to ends to lock in essential moisture.
3. Work in sections with a lightweight styling gel listed below using the praying hands technique, followed by gentle raking to clump the spiral pattern together.
4. Carefully shape your face-framing coils and fringe over your forehead using a curl defining brush listed below to encourage maximum spring and ringlet formation.
5. Flip your head upside down and gently cup the curls using the universal diffuser attachment listed below on low heat and low speed until hair is 90% dry.
6. Once fully dry, dispense 2-3 drops of the nourishing hair oil listed below between your palms and gently scrunch out the gel cast to fluff and create that jaw-dropping volume.
If you want something bold that turns heads every single time, this side-braided undercut combo is it!! The contrast of the sleek micro cornrows next to full, voluminous swept-over silver locks gives such an effortless Viking-cyberpunk edge that looks amazing dressed up or down.
How to do this
1. Start on freshly washed, prepped hair that has been treated with a violet-based shampoo to maintain that ultra-icy platinum tone.
2. Section off the lower side around the ear if doing a fresh buzz, or trim down the undercut with clippers using the hair clippers with guards listed below to keep the side super clean.
3. Carve out 4 to 5 thin, clean horizontal-to-curved micro sections above the undercut using the metal tail comb listed below, clipping the heavy top section completely away.
4. Apply a dab of the edge control smoothing gel listed below along each section, then tightly braid each row into a sleek Dutch cornrow directed towards the back of the head, securing each with mini clear elastics.
5. Once your side braids are complete, blend their ends into a thicker accent braid running down along the back of the ear.
6. Unclip the remaining top section, mist with the heat protectant volume spray listed below, and blow dry aggressively over to the opposite side using a round ceramic brush for maximum lift and root drama.
7. Finish the swept-over lengths by breaking them up with the dry texturizing paste listed below for that effortless, rebellious, lived-in edge.
The braided high ponytail. So edgy and cool! I love how the tight side braids give it a fierce rocker vibe while keeping all your hair securely pulled back. Perfect for concert nights or when you want your ponytail to have that extra punch of attitude.
How to do this
1. Prep dry, clean hair with a light texturizing spray using the dry texturizing spray listed below to give your strands extra grip and volume.
2. Section off the sides above the ears into two to three distinct diagonal parted rows using a fine-tooth rat tail comb.
3. Braid each side section into tight Dutch cornrows moving backward and upward toward the crown of your head, securing each with a tiny elastic.
4. Gather the remaining hair along with the ends of the side braids up into a high ponytail at the crown, securing firmly with a strong elastic.
5. Take a small 1-inch section of hair from underneath the ponytail and wrap it around the base to conceal the elastic band, pinning it discreetly underneath with a bobby pin.
6. Use a 1.25-inch curling wand to add loose, undone bends through the ponytail lengths, then finger-comb to break them up into effortless waves.
7. Finish the entire style by misting with a flexible hold hairspray listed below to lock in the edge and keep flyaways controlled.
This look is all about romantic, vibrant energy. You start with rich copper layered lengths paired with soft, wispy bangs that dust right across the eyebrows. Give the ends a loose, bouncy curl while keeping the fringe smooth and light, and you have an effortless cottagecore-inspired vibe that feels completely timeless.
How to do this
1. Start with clean, damp hair and apply a generous mist of the heat protectant spray listed below to shield your strands and keep your vibrant copper color looking fresh.
2. Blow dry your bangs forward using a small round brush, rolling them slightly under and gently shaking them side-to-side to create that soft, eyebrow-skimming wispy fringe.
3. Rough-dry the rest of your hair until it is about 80% dry, then work through section by section with a large barrel round ceramic brush to build maximum volume and smooth out the cuticle.
4. Take 1.5-inch sections from mid-lengths to ends and wrap them around a large-barrel curling wand listed below, curling away from your face to form loose, bouncy waves.
5. Allow the curls to cool completely, then gently rake through them with your fingers or a wide-tooth comb to soften the curls into cascading romantic waves.
6. Finish the look by smoothing a couple of drops of lightweight hair shine serum listed below through the ends to combat frizz, and set with a light-hold flexible hairspray.
If you want that ultra-chic, high-fashion edge, this geometric jet black bob is it! The blunt bangs framing the eyes combined with an ultra-smooth finish gives major statement vibes while still being effortless to rock daily.
How to do this
1. Start by prepping freshly washed, damp hair with a smoothing blowout cream using the smoothing blowout cream listed below to protect against heat and banish flyaways.
2. Blow-dry the hair completely smooth using a precision flat nozzle and the ceramic round brush listed below, rolling slightly inward at the ends to create that subtle bevel.
3. Blow-dry the bangs straight down flat against the forehead using a fine paddle brush or comb to ensure they sit completely uniform and flat.
4. Section hair and pass a flat iron through small sections using the professional flat iron listed below at a low-to-medium heat setting to lock in extreme glass-like smoothness.
5. Finish by smoothing a tiny amount of the shine hair serum listed below through the lengths and mist lightly with the flexible hold hairspray listed below to keep every strand perfectly in place.
If you've been wanting to add dimension without losing your brunette identity, this is your sign! These warm caramel ribbon highlights catch the light in the most stunning way, especially paired with soft, brushed-out waves. It feels rich, cozy, and totally timeless for any season.
How to do this
1. Start by washing and conditioning with color-safe, moisturizing products like the color-protecting moisturizing shampoo and conditioner listed below to keep those warm highlights gleaming.
2. On damp hair, apply a generous amount of the thermal heat protectant spray listed below from mid-lengths to ends, combing through evenly.
3. Blow-dry using a large ceramic round brush to build body and establish smooth, glossy volume at the roots.
4. Section hair into horizontal tiers and use the 1.5-inch ceramic curling iron listed below to wrap large vertical sections away from the face, leaving the very ends softly relaxed.
5. Allow curls to cool completely so they set, then gently rake through the waves using the wide-tooth comb listed below for that seamless S-wave ribbon effect.
6. Finish off by smoothing two drops of the nourishing hair serum listed below through the mid-lengths and ends for high-shine reflection and zero flyaways.
Honestly, can you ever go wrong with warm caramel ribbons on rich chocolate brunette? It just screams healthy, bouncy hair! Those soft sweeping curtain bangs give the perfect framing effect without ever feeling high-maintenance or overdone. Definitely your go-to style for an effortless, chic everyday look.
How to do this
1. Start with clean, damp hair and apply a quarter-sized amount of the heat protectant blowout cream listed below to protect and prep your strands.
2. Mist a generous amount of the volumizing root lift spray listed below directly into your roots and crown area for lasting bounce.
3. Section your hair and blow-dry using a large ceramic round brush listed below, lifting upward at the roots and rolling under at the ends.
4. When blow-drying your curtain bangs, direct the round brush forward and upward, then roll away from the face to create that signature sweeping wing around your cheekbones.
5. For effortless bend through the mid-lengths, take 2-inch vertical sections and quickly wrap them around a 1.5-inch curling iron listed below, curling away from your face and leaving the ends out.
6. Let the curls cool completely, then lightly comb through with your fingers or a wide-tooth comb to soften them into relaxed waves.
7. Finish with a spritz of the lightweight flexible hold hairspray listed below and a drop of smoothing hair oil over the mid-lengths for high shine.
This sleek glass hair look is honestly pure perfection and so effortlessly chic! I am obsessed with the sharp middle part and that insane mirror-like shine against a dark turtleneck. If you have naturally straight or slightly wavy hair and want a super clean, powerful statement look, this is definitely the one for you!
How to do this
1. Start by washing your hair thoroughly and prepping damp strands with the smoothing blow dry cream listed below to lock out frizz and provide thermal protection.
2. Blow dry the hair straight down in sections using a paddle brush and directional concentrator nozzle, directing airflow from roots to ends for maximum cuticle flatting.
3. Use the tail comb listed below to carve out an ultra-precise, crisp center part straight down the middle of your head.
4. Mist thin vertical sections with the heat protectant spray listed below to shield hair from iron heat.
5. Pass a high-quality titanium flat iron down small 1-inch sections, following immediately behind a fine-tooth comb (the chase method) to achieve that glass-like, pin-straight finish.
6. Warm two to three drops of the high-shine hair serum listed below between your palms and smooth gently from mid-lengths down to ends to eliminate flyaways.
7. Set everything into place with a light mist of the anti-humidity finishing spray listed below to keep it sleek and frizz-free all day.
Can we talk about the ultimate Old Hollywood elegance? This vintage-inspired voluminous lob blowout gives me all the retro starlet vibes, and honestly, who wouldn’t feel incredibly chic wearing this?! The deep side part with that sweeping sculpted fringe combined with flipped-up curled ends adds so much glamorous movement and bounce. It’s perfect for a black-tie gala or an unforgettable date night where you want to make a lasting impression!
How to do this
1. Start on freshly washed, damp hair and prep with a lightweight volumizing mousse from roots to ends using the volumizing root lift mousse listed below.
2. Mist hair evenly with a thermal protectant spray before sectioning.
3. Using a medium-to-large ceramic round brush and a blow dryer with a concentrator nozzle, blow out the hair in sections, focusing on lifting the roots straight up to maximize body.
4. As you reach the ends of each section, curl them upward and outward using the round brush to create dramatic, flippy curved ends.
5. While sections are still warm from the dryer, roll them into jumbo self-grip velcro rollers using the jumbo velcro hair rollers listed below, securing them at the crown and sides to set the bounce.
6. Allow the rollers to cool completely for at least 20 minutes before carefully unwinding them.
7. Gently sculpt the sweeping side fringe and voluminous ends into place using a natural boar bristle styling brush.
8. Finish with a spritz of shine spray and lock the dramatic retro shape in place using the strong hold flexible hairspray listed below.
Talk about an absolute head-turner! This rich, vibrant copper shade paired with cascading classic Hollywood waves gives off the ultimate old-school glam vibes. The way the deep side sweep drapes softly across the cheekbone is just chef's kiss—it's surprisingly simple to recreate with a large barrel iron and a good brush-out!
How to do this
1. Prep damp, clean hair by distributing a golf ball-sized amount of the volumizing mousse listed below from roots to ends for body and hold.
2. Mist your strands thoroughly with the heat protectant spray listed below, then blow-dry with a large round ceramic brush, directing the front section up and over to establish a dramatic, voluminous side part.
3. Divide your hair into horizontal sections and wrap large 2-inch chunks around the 1.5-inch curling iron listed below, curling all sections in the same direction towards your face to create uniform waves.
4. Pin each curl up to cool with setting clips for about 10 minutes to lock in that gorgeous Hollywood bounce.
5. Release the clips and gently brush through the curls using the wide paddle brush listed below until they merge into smooth, flowing s-waves.
6. Warm two drops of the nourishing hair shine serum listed below between your palms and smooth over the surface to tame flyaways and enhance that luminous copper reflection.
7. Finish with a flexible mist of the medium hold finishing hairspray listed below to ensure the waves hold their shape without feeling stiff.
These double Dutch braids are seriously such a cool, effortless look! They give off major modern Viking vibes and look amazing with dimensional ash blonde highlights because every stitch shows off the color contrast. If you're heading to a festival, running errands, or just want your hair totally out of your face while looking cute, this style is a total go-to!
How to do this
1. Start by parting clean, detangled hair straight down the middle from the forehead to the nape of the neck using a rat tail comb, securing one side with a clip to keep it out of the way.
2. Before braiding, lightly mist the workable section using the texturizing spray listed below to add grip and keep flyaways under control.
3. Pull out a few thin, wispy pieces right in front of the ear and temple to act as soft face-framing tendrils.
4. At the front hairline, separate a small triangular section into three equal pieces and begin a Dutch braid by crossing the outside strands underneath the middle strand.
5. Continue Dutch braiding firmly along the contour of the head, incorporating small, smooth sections of hair from each side into the braid with every stitch until you reach the nape of the neck.
6. Once all hair is gathered into the braid, continue a standard three-strand braid underhanded over the shoulder until about four to five inches from the ends.
7. Fasten the bottom securely using clear mini elastic hair ties listed below.
8. Repeat the exact same process on the opposite side, ensuring the braids are symmetrical in tension and placement.
9. Gently pinch and pull (pancake) the outer loops of the braids to add fullness and dimension, then lock the look in place with a mist of the flexible hold hairspray listed below.
