Added:
11 Nov 2010
This is an elegant half up half-down hairstyle for people with naturally curly hair who are looking for a more sophisticated style but have little time to do it. An elegant side pony looks good on any face shape. You are able to still enjoy the length of your hair while your hair is pulled back and away from your face. The curls help frame her face and give this look some movement. To achieve this 'do, long soft layers were cut around the top and sides to create a soft and even curl throughout. This style will be easy to maintain with regular trims. The sides have been blunt cut, with soft layers cut to create a soft, round look. The back has been blunt cut and layered to give this style an even look all over. Her hair color is natural looking which is the trend at the moment, and the curls allow the color to shine through.
Our model has chosen a bold makeup application with a red lip and thicker liner around her eye area. You can also achieve this makeup look at home and if red is not your color, you can always go for something a little more subtle like a soft nude or pastel pink.
Elegant Half Up Half Down Curly Hairstyle
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Hairstyle Suitability Rating:
Hairstyle Popularity Rating: ★★★★★
Hairstyle Popularity Rating: ★★★★★
Hairstyle Type
Category
Formal
Length
Half Up Long
Elasticity
Curly
Hair Color
Dark Copper Blonde
Haircut Technique
Type
Suitability
Gender
Women
Face Shape
oval,oblong,square,diamond
Hair Density
Medium/Thick
Hair Texture
Medium/Coarse
Age
Under 21, 21 - 30, 31 - 40, and 41 - 50
Height
Any
Weight
Thin/Average
Forehead Height
Short/Average
Neck Length
Long
Ears
Small/Average
Nose
Small/Average
Glasses
Yes
Styling
Time
20 minutes
Tip
Flip your head upside down and scrunch your hair to add extra body.
Products
moisturizer, mousse, gel, hair spray
Tools
finger dry
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Apply a small amount of hair moisturizer to the palm of your hand and distribute it evenly through the mid-lengths and the ends. Moisturizer will help your hair to maintain good condition and protect your strands from heat as you style.
Apply styling mousse to damp hair, using your palm as a measuring guide, and evenly distribute it along the hair shaft. Styling mousse will add hold and can help achieve better results.
Tip your head upside down and move the diffuser up to the ends, motioning the diffuser to the scalp in circular movements. Make sure the blow-dryer speed is on low and try not to completely dry the hair off. Leaving a little bit of moisture will allow the hair to dry naturally.
Using the corner of your comb and standing in front of a mirror find the middle of your right eye and then drag the comb straight up slowly until you reach your hairline and then continue back in a straight manner to achieve an even right part. A side part is great for longer face shapes because it creates the illusion of width.
Apply your gel to the ends of your hair and then lightly pinch and scrunch the hair before allowing your gel to set.
Take your section of hair and pull it tightly across to the opposite side and pin it securely into place.
To finish, apply a minimal amount of hairspray from an arms length distance to the top, sides and back. Take care not to use too much or you will end up with a white, flaky residue which looks like dandruff.
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