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Introduction
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Christian
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Twilight Co-Star
Messy Updo
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A messy updo style is fabulous for a number of reasons:
1. There are no set messy updo rules. Messy translates
to the freedom to wear hair de-constructed from a finished look.
2. Messy updos can work with any type of hair type, texture or
color and with any length.
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Did I say any hair length? Yes I did. Even people with
shorter strands can achieve an absolutely fabulous messy updo by
instantly
clipping on a longer ponytail or going with temporary hair
extensions.
3. Messy updos can be radically messy or just slightly messy
depending on the occasion and the goals of the person wearing the
bun.
4. Messy updos are much easier to style than finished styles
and can be created "on the fly".
Or if you prefer, you can plan your messy updo like you would any
other type of updo but adjust the amount of messiness you wish to
display.
5. If you can put your hair in a pony or attach hair
extensions or a clip-on bun, you can create a messy bun hairstyle.
6. Messy buns can be combined with any type of bangs from
side-swept to completely off-the-forehead bands.
Even better, you can pull hair out from the bottom, the sides or a
combination. Messy is as how you define it.
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Although less complicated than an ornate bun, the messy bun does
entail some form of precision but is designed
to give the impression of a "just out of bed" messiness.
The sassy messy updo is
perfect for adding a wide range of hair accessories ranging from
skinny crystal encrusted headbands to a flirtier array of sparking
beads, rhinestones or even a sassy crystal encrusted tiara or tiara
comb.
The type of messy bun you opt
for should match the type of outfit you are wearing.
If you are wearing
a more formal dress a messy bun is still a wonderful
choice but may me more finished than when wearing a
messy bun for a more casusal event.
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Nicole Richie Gallery.
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Messy SideSwept
Loose Updo |
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Step By Step Instructions - Messy Updo Hairstyle
Listed below are the detailed steps you should
follow to recreate this spectacular Sassy Messy Updo Prom Style:
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Shampoo hair with
product designed for your specific type, texture and
current condition of hair. One to try?
Ken Paves Healthy Hair Shampoo
Keep in mind that hair that is allowed to "age" a
few hours may be less slippery to work with than
hair that is freshly washed.
- Finish shampoo treatment with a
rinse-out conditioning product
designed for your hair type, texture and condition. One to
try?
Ken Paves Healthy Hair Conditioner
- Complete the final rinse with cool/cold water rinse to close
cuticles.
- Towel blot hair to remove excess water.
- Apply
detangling or
leave-in/detangler and working from the
ends to the roots, carefully
detangle strands. Create desired
parting (front, side, high or low).
- When hair is completely detangled, apply a styling cocktail that
includes a mixture of leave-in conditioner and/or styling cream or
mousse.
If your hair is naturally curly or wavy, you may
wish to apply a
straightening balm or
defrisant.
Note: If your hair requires extra hold
you may wish to apply a styling glaze and/or
gel in
addition to a leave-in product.
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Use a blow dryer set on medium heat and a
large
flat paddle brush.
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Separate hair into 2-4 inch sections with one hand as you direct the heat "down
the shaft" from the "roots to the ends" with the blow dryer.
- Continue to work completely around your head from side to side
working with individual sections until the entire
head has been completely dried and straightened.
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Apply dab of
styling cream or pomade
before creating the desired part that extends from the hairline to
approximately 2 inches back towards the crown.
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After creating the desired part, create a horizontal
part that extends across the back of the head behind
each ear.
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Separate the newly horizontally parted hair into front and back
sections.
- Use your fingers to gather the back section of hair into a loose
ponytail with the base situated right below the top
of the crown.
- Anchor
the ponytail with a
Bungee,
Blax or elastic band.
- Select one strand from the tail of the pony and
wrap the strand around the base of the ponytail to
cover the
Bungee,
Blax
or similar elastic band. Use
bobby pins
to pin the base hair into place.
- Separate pony hair into individual strands of
hair which are approximately 2" in thickness.
Use medium to large barrel curling iron to
create loose curled loops. After the section of hair
has been curled around the
iron use fingers to roll into a soft barrel
style curl. Pin with
bobby pins
to secure against the scalp.
- Continue to use
hot iron on all sections. Roll and pin
barrel curls into all sections until all strands
have been used and the newly printed curls cascade
from the top of the pony down to the nape of the
neck.
Note: If your hair is exceptionally long or
thick, you may need to use thicker sections when
creating and pinning the barrel curls.
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After you have finished pinning the barrel curls use your fingers to "shape" and "mold" the
finished updo.
When satisfied with the shape,
use
bobby pins the same color of your hair to anchor
it to the scalp. Use as many
bobby pins as
necessary.
Note: This is where you can make the updo as
messy as you desire. Remember that this style is designed to
be messy Use your own
judgment creating a final shape that works best with
your hair type.
- Sweep the
remaining front hair into a long eye brushing side
fringe. Use a
flat iron to get a sleek finish and
slightly curl the very ends up for a flirty flick.
If you prefer, you can style your fringe in a
different style to fit your desire. Or you can
wear this messy style swept up completely off your
face.
- Place bobby pins discreetly around the side
swept front hair to help anchor the sweep of hair
into the back of the style.
- When hair has been completely
pinned and is ready to be
finished, spray the entire head with a
firm hold hairspray.
- Finish with a
light application of
shine spray or drops carefully palmed over the top of the waves to
prevent them from getting too much product which can make hair
greasy or oily. Remember, a little goes a long way.
- Attach desired
hair accessories such as a
single
flower, jeweled accent clips or
barrettes. Or
take the style up a notch and decorate with some
sparkly hair gems.
Summary
This style looks stunning with either a strapless gown to show
off your shoulders or a full or half halter top gown, as shown above.
The messy
updo can be
worn tighter or looser and can be carefully pinned or pinned
with a messier attitude. Just use your own
imagination. This style is perfect for all special
Holiday, Prom and Party
Hair events.
This basic messy updo can be easily
modified by adding a front braid, by pulling the base of
the updo to the side, making the base higher or lower.
Experiment with a number of different options to create
the same basic messy do but always changing it up a bit
for each different event or fashion.
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