From Diwali celebrations to wedding evenings, soft waves and defined curls can complete your festive look. A little preparation and patience can help your style hold its shape for longer.
1. Keep your preparation light
Use a lightweight conditioner through the lengths and ends, avoiding too much product near the roots. Before heat styling, apply a heat protectant according to its instructions. If your hair needs extra support, work in a small amount of curl mousse without overloading it.
2. Style in manageable sections
Divide your hair into small, even sections so each one can be styled thoroughly. Choose your barrel size for the finish you want, remembering that freshly styled curls usually soften as the evening goes on.
3. Give every curl time to cool
After releasing a section from the styling tool, gently support the curl in your palm or secure it with a suitable clip while it cools. Let it cool completely before separating it; this helps the shape settle.
4. Separate gently for your chosen finish
For defined curls, keep handling to a minimum and separate only the sections that need it. For softer waves, gently loosen cooled curls with your fingers or a wide-tooth comb. Repeated brushing can disturb the shape and encourage frizz.
5. Finish with lightweight hold
Use a light mist of flexible-hold hairspray, following the product directions. Heavy oils and rich serums can weigh a finished style down. If humidity is a concern, ask your stylist which lightweight finishing product suits your hair texture.
Plan your festive hairstyle at TONI&GUY Bangalore
Your hair texture, length and the look you want all influence how curls hold. Our stylists can help you choose a finish and a styling routine for your celebration.
Book your festive styling appointment at TONI&GUY Bangalore.
Inspired by the festive curl-care tips in the newspaper clipping supplied for this article. Adapted for the TONI&GUY Bangalore blog.