3 Holiday Hairstyles for Curly Hair
‘Tis the season to serve up looks! From the holiday office party to family gatherings and date night, your calendar is about to fill up, so we're sharing a few easy yet stylish hairstyles you can do to embrace your natural texture.
MESSY BUN
In a time crunch? Opt for a messy bun. Not only is it simple to achieve, but you can keep it casual & romantic with a few wispy coils to frame the face or dress it up by adding embellishments like jeweled bobby pins.
How To:
1. Gather your hair where you want your bun to sit & secure it with a hair tie.
2. Wrap all the hair around to form a bun and use bobby pins to hold it in place.
3. Loosen hair on your crown to soften the look & pull down face-framing pieces (if
desired).
4. Add embellishments for a more festive look!
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2. BUBBLE BRAID
If you thought you couldn't pull off a bubble braid because of your textured hair, think again. This hairstyle is a super stylish, versatile way to get creative with your hair, and your natural texture only adds to the ultra-cool statement you'll make with this style.
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How To:
1. Gather your hair into a low or high ponytail and secure it with an elastic.
2. Along the ponytail's length, go down every two inches (or however spaced out you'd like)
and add another elastic.
3. Use your fingers to create a bubble effect and gently pull out each section.
4. Accessorize with hair cuffs & finish the look with hairspray!
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3. CURLY FAUX HAWK
Looking for an edgier way to rock your curls? Dare to be bold and try a faux hawk! This style is as cool as it is elegant, and it's honestly easier to do than it seems.
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How To:
1. Section off the front of your hair in a triangle shape & tie in a ponytail.
2. From the top of each ear, section off a chunk of hair & tie in a ponytail.
3. Repeat on the section below it.
4. Use a boar bristle brush to slick the hair tight against the scalp.
5. Pin hair to create a shape you’re happy with.
6. To help define your texture and control frizz, use a product like Mirame.
7. Have a little fun with it and accessorize with colored bobby pins or gems!
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