Christina Aquilera's Hairstyle -
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Christina
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The Grammy Nominations Concert Live
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The fabulous 27 year old Christina Aguilera keeps all of her fans
guessing with her ever changing array of hairstyles, hair hues and
looks.
Recently at the December 3rd Grammy Nominations Concern the
superstar arrived at the Nokia Theater in a shimmering dark
metallic silver gown that showcased her fabulous curves and her
white blonde hair swept up into a sleek back-of-the-head bun.
She performed "I Loves You Porgy" from George Gershwin's "Porgy and
Bess"
Since giving birth to her baby boy Max Liron approximately 11 months
ago, the glam pop rockers has told the media she is working a
"balancing act" that all new moms face.
While she has been fine tuning her role as a mother, she has also
been transforming her hair color transitioning from a more buttery
blonde in 2007 to the white platinum blonde she rocked at the Grammy
Concert.
Christina's sleek bun provided different looks from different
angles. From the front view it first appears that Christina
has gone with a new pixie chop until you see the sleek wrapped bun
peek out from the side.
Her forehead framing "Pixie" styl fringe appears to
have been razored or scissored to give it a heavily texturized look
which perfectly accents ruby red lips and her vibrant blue eyes.
Steal The Messy Updo Style - HowTo
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The Grammy Nominations Concert Live
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Although Christina is not wearing an ornate style of updo, to
recreate the same updo style would require more precision than when
creating a messy or tossled hairstyle.
The advantage to Christina's Grammy updo is that it can be worn
either standalone to allow the gown to take center focus or it can be
combined with a wide range of hair accessories 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 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 require a bit more finishing than when wearing a
messy bun for a more casual event.
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Step By Step Instructions - Messy Updo Hairstyle
This bun is ideal for hair that is shoulder hair or longer.
If your hair is medium or shorter in length you may wish to first
attach a clip-in pony, long hair extensions piece or a clip-on hair
extension cap like the one available from the Ken Paves/Jessica
Simpson HairDo.
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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.
Listed below are the detailed steps you should follow to recreate
this spectacular Sleek Updo Style:
1.
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 when hair is allowed to "age" a
few hours before wrapping it into a bun will cut
down on the "slippage" factor. When hair is freshly washed it
may be harder to mold into the desired bun.
2. 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.
If you have fine/thin hair you may wish to skip any rinse-out or
leave-in conditioner. Complete the final rinse with cool/cold water rinse to close
cuticles.
3. Towel blot hair to remove excess water.
4. Apply
detangling or
appropriate
leave-in/detangler.
Work from the
ends to the roots, carefully
detangle strands.
When hair is completely detangled, apply a styling cocktail that
includes a mixture of leave-in conditioner and/or styling cream or
mousse.
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.
5. Create desired parting (front, side, high or low) for
your own face shape and hair type.
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Note: Christina's Sleek Updo Bun is based upon a
short off-center part line. However, any type of part can work
with this type of bun.
6. If your hair is naturally curly or wavy, you may
wish to apply a
straightening balm or
defrisant.
This bun works best on pre-straightened tresses.l
7. Use a blow dryer set on medium heat and a
large
flat paddle brush. 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.
8. Apply dab of
styling cream or pomade
before creating the desired front part.
After creating the desired
front part, create a horizontal
part that extends across the back of the head behind
each ear. Basically the part will run
from ear to ear.
9. Use your fingers to gather the back section of hair into a
tight
ponytail with the base situated just below the top
of the crown. Anchor
the ponytail with a
Bungee,
Blax or elastic band.
Use your fingers or a clean toothbrush to smooth over any loose
hair.
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10. 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.
11. When the new ponytail is placed according to your
desired location on your head use your fingers to pick up the end of
the tail. Begin to wrap the tail in a counter clockwise
direction up and around the base of the pony.
You have the option to wrap the tail loose and soft in a cinnamon
style or tighter in a more ballerina shape. Select the shape
you feel most comfortable with or which best suits your dress.
12.
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.
Sweep the remaining front hair
into a eye brushing side
fringe. Use a
flat iron to get a sleek finish.
If you prefer, you can style your fringe in a
different style to fit your ultimate hairstyle goals. Or you can
wear this Sleek Updo Style swept up completely off your
face.
13. 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.
14. 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.
This style is perfect for all special
Holiday, Prom and Party
Hair events.
This Sleek 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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