The Baby Bouffant With Loose Waves

Posted on February 19, 2013

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Sometimes you spend so much time getting those perfect wavy curls in your hair, but after one day, the front doesn’t lay right anymore and you feel like you need to wash it again.

To take advantage of your leftover waves and keep them looking fresh for a s second (or even third) day, try the baby bouffant! It is easy, fast and full of volume and bounce!

  1. Separate the front/top portion of your hair, basically the area where you would or do have bangs. Clip it out of the way for now. (more…)

Get Soft, Brushed, Touchable Curls, In Less Than 10 Steps

Posted on February 13, 2013

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Curls can turn out looking awkward and messy if not done right. You want to keep your hair looking soft, frizz-free, with a healthy shine. For soft and touchable curls, avoid using a hairspray. It’s ok for your curls to fall out a bit during the day; it’ll give you an effortless look.

  1. Start with air-dried, conditioned hair.
  2. Apply an anti-frizz serum. This will serve to condition and protect your hair from the heat.
  3. Brush though each section of hair before straightening it to untangle it. To prevent breakage, hold the roots of your hair. (more…)

Get Big, Loose & Bouncy Waves with Sponge Rollers!

Posted on December 3, 2012

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Have you ever wished you could score great bouncy waves without heat tools and expensive products? Well, if you’re looking to save time, spare your hair some heat damage, or just simply looking to try something new, sponge rollers are a great option! Not only are they great for your hair and simple to use, but they also produce great results if done right! Follow the steps below to achieve big, loose and bouncy waves without any hot tools!

  1. Step 1 – Brush or comb your hair to remove any and all tangles. Then, apply a lightweight mousse. This will help the curl set in better! Part your hair into equal sections that work best for you. Typically starting at the bottom and working your way up your head works best. (more…)

I Vote For Big, All American Curls!

Posted on November 6, 2012

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A signature look for classic, American beauty, is big, beautiful curls. Feminine and sweet, soft curls are a polished way to style your hair, anywhere you might go. To celebrate Election Day, here’s a tutorial on how to get the biggest, bounciest, vote-worthy curls in the country.

Step 1: Heat a large 1.5 inch curling iron to it’s highest heat setting. Start with day-old, un-washed hair. The oils in dirty hair hold curl much better than clean hair does, especially for those of us with fine, straight locks. Starting at the crown, section your hair into 4 layers.  (more…)

Beachy & Beautiful Waves (no sea salt needed!)

Posted on October 22, 2012

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Let’s face it: summer came and went too soon, but for this next tutorial you wont need the beach to have waves in your hair. For a while, every time I seen a “beachy waves” tutorial, I’ve needed sea salt from the ocean. Personally, my hair is already dry, so when I did try the spray it made it really dry (it is salt after all). Ultimately after trials and errors I found a way of achieving this look without having to dry my hair or apply lots of chemicals. (more…)

Long, Loose, and Luscious Bed-Head Waves (for the straight-haired girl)

Posted on October 10, 2012

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While we all love poker straight, shiny locks, there are times when you just can’t help but dream of a loose, tousled, sexy bed-head. It’s pretty but low-maintenance, it says ‘Oh this? It’s just my natural hair’ and is a look that works on anyone with medium to long length hair. Here is the simplest way to achieve it.

  1. After washing your hair, blow dry until it’s about 80% percent dry (still a little damp to the touch) then separate into two sections. Then take each section and split it in half again, so you have four sections.
  2. Take one section of hair and begin to twist it away from your face (this will produce a wave that turns outwards, giving your hair more volume) (more…)

The Faux Bob a la Olivia Palermo

Posted on September 5, 2012

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All you need for this look is:  

  • Curling Wand/Straighteners
  • Bobby Pins
  • Elastic Bands

I have very long hair, but whenever I see a girl with glamorous Olivia Palermo style locks I can’t help but feel hair envy! However, I have never been able to muster the courage to actually chop off my locks. The faux bob is perfect for those who want to change up their everyday look and without having to actually cut it. (more…)

Master The Faux Skrillex (With a Sexy Berry Lip)

Posted on August 14, 2012

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Skrillex is a DJ who is known for his quirky hairstyle where a portion of your hair is shaved off. This hairstyle has become quite popular with women with singers such as Rihanna, Avril Lavigne and Ke$ha also following in his footsteps and shaving one side of their hair. As much as the style is cool and different there are many people out there (myself included!) that would love to wear this style but definitely don’t want to shave their heads! Follow the tips below to can achieve a faux Skrillex hairstyle with a pop of berry on your lips.  (more…)

How to Create Curls Using a Flat Iron

Posted on August 12, 2012

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The flat iron is the go-to hair tool for many of us. Ideal for handling frizzy situations and when paired with the proper products, can give you pin straight locks even on the hottest summer days! What most girls don’t know is that with the right technique, your flat iron can give you bouncy curls as well! So ditch the curling iron, and follow the steps below to see how you can turn your flat iron into a one stop miracle tool! (more…)

Loose Vintage Waves

Posted on July 31, 2012

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While new hair trends are constantly popping up, sometimes the best place to look for a great hair stlye is the past! Loose vintage waves are a classic and sexy look that will never go out of style. The best part is that this look is super easy to achieve. Follow the steps below!

Step 1: Start with straight hair.
Step 2: Section off your hair starting at the bottom and working your way up.
Step 3: With a curling iron, take a section of hair and curl in/under towards you, creating a tight ringlet.
Step 4-8: Repeat step 3-9 on the rest of your hair. Curl your hair in towards you, not outwards (otherwise it will flip).
Step 9: Once all hair is in ringlets, using a brush, gently brush out all ringlets. (See final look soft brushed look at step 10)
Step 11: Take your curling iron on the ends of hair and give one final curl flipping hair in/under towards you.

Once finished, you should be left with loose vintage waves that are old school beauty icon worthy! For added glam, add a red pouty lip and you’ll feel red carpet ready!

Quick 2″ Curls For The Fine Haired Girl

Posted on July 5, 2012

2 inch curls are the perfect “beach inspired” wave. To get this look, I recommend using a curling rod because, in my opinion, it is easiest to maneuver. I use a really cute pink rod from Remington that I purchased from Target for under $30. However, any similar sized rod should do the job! Here’s how to achieve the curls.  (more…)

Curls, Curls, Curls a la Marilyn Monroe – Master Big, Voluminous Curls In 15 Minutes

Posted on May 22, 2012

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My hair is absolutely impossible to curl. I have tried every method, every product, and every tool and each time it’s a total fail. However, I have recently discovered something that actually does the job — curling rods.

The only difference between a curling rod and a curling iron is that the curling rod does not have a clamp. Therefore, to get the perfect curl, you have to wrap your hair around the iron as appose to clamping it underneath. I use the Remington curling iron — its super cute (and pale pink!) and I like it because its larger in width than the typical curling rod so it makes really voluminous curls.

  1. Start off with semi-dirty hair – curls last longer in hair that has not been recently washed. Take a mousse product (I used Aussie’s Catch the Wave mousse) and scrunch your hair with it to add some texture and loose volume. (more…)