Hot Hairstyling How-Tos
How To: Create Taylor Swift inspired loose curls
You may think that Taylor Swift wakes up every day with her naturally curly hair in perfect shape, without a single hair out of place, but even as genetically blessed as she is, she still needs a team of hairstylists to fix her strands up in the morning.
How To: Do a burlesque / cabaret long wavy hairstyle
Burlesque is enjoying something of a boom in popularity in American cities, and with that burlesque hair will hopefully come back into fashion. Watch this video to learn how to give yourself a simple, elegant burlesque / cabaret hair style that will wow people.
How To: Wax a handlebar mustache step by step
November is also known as Movember, the month of mustache growing, trimming, and showing off. So toss that razor for a few weeks (and - yay! - get some more sleep in the mornings) and grow yourself a nice shaggy beard.
How To: Grow a Moustache in Movember for Men's Cancer Awareness
Movember is here, and if you haven't already started growing your moustache, then you still have time. Movember takes place during the entire month of November, and if you haven't figured it out quite yet, it is a portmanteau of the words moustache and November.
How To: Style simple, effortless waves with four tips
First things first, ladies: You should avoid any type of heat styling when you can, since heat - duh! - ruins your strands and makes them weak and brittle, leading to split ends and just overall tumbleweed texture, which is not so pretty.
How To: Care for your hair after a Brazilian blowout
If you're a gal and you don't know what a Brazilian is, then you've clearly been living under a rock for the past year. A recent development in hair straightening and, er, fluffing, the Brazilian blowout makes coarse, tumbleweed strands as smooth as silk while creating envious volume that lasts not for one day but a few months.
How To: Create Katy Perry's loosely curled hairstyle from "Firework"
Katy Perry's new "Firework" video is about people starting over by finding a special courage within themselves. Whether you're 10 or 100, the idea of new beginnings, and doing what you want despite what other people think is a message we can all relate to.
How To: Tease your hair before school
With this video, we learn how to tease your hair before school. First, put all your hair in a ponytail except for the bottom layer. Then, use your comb to comb the hair backwards to tease it. Spray hairspray on it as well to make it stick in place. After this, start to let your hair down in different layers, doing the same process you did on the bottom layer. After this, you will finish with the very top of the hair, then comb it all down lightly so it's smooth. When finished, you can style y...
How To: Tease hair
In this tutorial, we learn how to tease hair. To start, you will grab the hair at the top of your head and hold it up straight. After this, you will hair spray your hair in the back and let it dry a little bit. After this, grab a teasing comb and brush your hair down from the direction it grows. Next, you will let it lay down and hair spray it. Continue to do this throughout your entire head until you have done it all over. Then, comb all of your hair back gently with a light brushing. When f...
How To: Use an Enzo Milano to get wavy hair
In this tutorial we learn how to use an Enzo Milano to get wavy hair. To start, section your hair off so you just have the bottom part of it. Then, you will stick the iron on the root of your hair and wrap your hair around it with your fingers. Then, let this sit on the iron for a few seconds before releasing it. Continue to do this until you finish curling all the sections on the hair. Take off the top section from the clip and then do that layer of hair. When finished, apply hair spray and ...
How To: Get loose, model, wavy hair
In this tutorial, we learn how to get loose, model, wavy hair. First, spray heat protector all over the hair and then comb it out. From here, heat up a 1" curling iron and put half your hair up. After this, take the bottom half of the hair and part it into small sections. Then, curl each of these sections with your curling iron. Continue to do this for all the sections of your hair until you have finished curling your entire head of hair. Then, use your fingers to comb the curls out and make ...
How To: Tease your hair in order to ger mega volume
In this tutorial, we learn how to tease your hair in order to get mega volume. First, you will brush out your hair and part it into sections. After this, you will tease the sections of the hair from the root so they are more volumized and stuck up. Continue to do this for all the sections until you're finished and all your hair is sticking up from your head. Spray hair spray all over your hair, then gently brush it down with a comb. Style your hair how you would like, then you will be finishe...
How To: Tease your hair easily
In this tutorial, we learn how to tease your hair easily. First, brush your hair back and then grab the hair in the back of the crown of your head. Hair spray all of the hair and then comb it back against the growth, towards the root. After this you need to check to make sure it's enough volume. Your hair will stick up, but that's what you want it to do! After this, grab the hair behind this and do the same process. Continue to do this until you have achieved the look you want. To finish, sim...
How To: Do a big anime inspired hairstyle for cute pictures
In this tutorial, we learn how to do a big anime inspired hairstyle for cute pictures. First, part your hair slightly to the side of your choice. Next, tease your hair in the back and then straighten your bangs with a flat iron. After this, comb your hair so it flares out on the bottom and hair spray it. Then, tease it more on the higher side so you have a very messy and volumized side. Then, slick the other side of the hair back. When finished, you will have a big anime hair style ready to g...
How To: Tease your long hair
With this tutorial, we learn how to tease your long hair. First, grab your hair on the top of your head in sections. Then, raise it straight up in the air and spray hair spray on it. After this, use a paddle brush to comb the hair down and create a nest of teased hair. After this, spray on more hair spray to set it and continue to do this all the way to the back of your hair until you've gotten all of it teased. From here, you will do this to the sides as well. To finish, gently brush your ha...
How To: Get big teased hair with clip-in extensions
In this tutorial, we learn how to get big teased hair with clip-in extensions. First, put half of your hair up and then clip the extensions in from the root until they are secured in place. After this, you will grab sections of hair at the top of your head. Hair spray the hair and then brush the section of hair against the way it grows. Continue to do this until you have teased all the hair on the top of the head. Brush your hair softly when finished, then style how you want and spray with ha...
How To: Get scrunchy hair right out of the shower
In this tutorial, we learn how to get scrunchy hair right out of the shower. First, take a smoothing liquid you like in your hair and run it through your entire head of hair. After this, take a volumizing gel and run it through your hair as well. Now, spray hair spray all over your hair, working it from the top to the bottom all over. Next, you will take your hands and scrunch your hair by pushing it up and crunching it with your hands. Do this all over until you have the scrunch that you wou...
How To: Tease your hair for any event
In this tutorial, we learn how to tease your hair for any event. First, you will brush your hair until it's combed all the way through. After that, you will pull up a section on the very top of your head. Then, use a teasing brush to gently tease the hair until you have the volume you want. After this, take another piece of hair and repeat the same process. Continue to do this until you have teased all the hair you want to volumize. After this, you will comb the hair through gently and then s...
How To: Scrunch your hair by starting with braids
In this tutorial, we learn how to scrunch your hair by starting with braids. To start, you will first need to get your hair damp. Then, you will braid your hair one each side of your head so you have two braids. Tie it off with a hair band and then go to sleep and leave the hair like this. When you wake up, take your hair out of the braids. Then, you will spray in hair spray to your hair and scrunch it up with your hands. When finished, you will have beautiful wavy hair perfect for a casual d...
How To: Scrunch & style short hair for a sexy effortless look
In this video, we learn how to scrunch & style short hair for a sexy effortless look. Start off by spraying hairspray throughout your hair, around five sprays. After this, you will massage your scalp, bringing the hair into a curl and scrunch style. After this, repeat again with more hair spray and scrunching spray. Turn your hair upside down and then start to scrunch with your hands. Once you have finished your hair and have the desired curl that you wanted, then you will be finished! You ca...
How To: Scrunch hair
In this tutorial, we learn how to scrunch hair. You will need: hair spray, Herbal Essences Totally Twisted Curl Scrunching Gel, and clips. First, take a shower and towel dry your hair for a few minutes. After this, apply the gel to your hair all over and scrunch it up. To do this, push your hair up and grab it with your hands, crunching it. Then, spray hair spray in your hair all over. From here, bring your hair into a messy bun on the top of your head. Next, you will take the hair down and i...
How To: Get wavy hair with a wide-toothed comb and no heat
In this tutorial, we learn how to get wavy hair with a wide-toothed comb and no heat. First, spray some waving product all over your hair and then comb it out. From here, you will combine the top half of your hair and then twist it into a bun. After this, clip it to your hair with a bobby pin. After this, grab the right side of the hair and then twist it up into the head. From here, you will repeat the process on the other side of your hair. Leave this in your hair overnight and then take out...
How To: Style short hair for an edgy look
In this tutorial, we learn how to style short hair for an edgy look. You will need to apply a heat protector on your hair first and then blow dry it. Blow dry it against the grain so you get greater volume and it sticks up more on the back of your head. For the front, blow dry your bangs to one side and then use a straightener to pull them to a side. If you want an even more edgy look, you can make a fauxhawk with your hair, which would involve putting gel in the bangs so it holds up in the a...
How To: Create a short curly bob without cutting your hair
Do you have long hair but want short hair for a day? With this video you can do that easily! First, section off your hair so half of it is up. Then, take the bottom portion and braid it. Tie it off at the end, then roll this into a bun and stick it to the base of your head. Next, let the top of your hair down and tease it at the top. Use a straightener to curl the front of your hair into spirals and then use it to straighten out your bangs. From here, spray hairspray in your hair and then you...
How To: Tease your hair to achieve a smooth bump
With this video, we learn how to tease your hair to achieve a smooth bump. To do this, you will need a small brush to help tease your hair. First, pull your hair up and then pull it forward. After this, put the brush in the hair and start to brush the hair down. Do this easily, but pile the hair up so it's a good foundation for a bump. Then, spray hair spray in the hair and let the hair lay down. Make sure you don't tease the very front of your hair, you will brush this down lightly to create...
How To: Get big teased hair
In this tutorial, we learn how to get big teased hair. To start, you will need to section off the top of your hair from the crown area. Then, you simply hold the section of hair you want to tease in the air. From here, you will take your comb and brush the root of the hair up against the way it grows. This will create a nest of hair on the root of the hair. When you have enough volume in the nest, continue to do this all the way around your head until you have the volume you need all over. Co...
How To: Super scrunch your hair
In this video, we learn how to super scrunch your hair. Start off with your hair damp, not completely wet. After this, spray de-tangler into your hair and don't brush your hair out. From here, work a mousse into your hair to create volume and keep the hair firm in place. Scrunch up while your hair is upside down into the root of the hair. From here, you will get a tiny section of hair from the front of the face and start to twist it, adding in hair to it. Let this stay in your hair for a whil...
How To: Style short hair for work
In this video, we learn how to style short hair for work. When you are styling short hair, it can be difficult at first but you can make it look great. Start out by straightening your hair and make sure it's dry. Then, grab some rollers and place them in your hair at the top and keep them in place with some bobby pins. After this, you will spray hair spray on top of the curlers and leave them in while you are straightening the bottom of the front of the hair to create a shine. After this, tak...
How To: Create two curly Greek goddess hairstyles
Greek goddesses are known for their bronzy, youthful skin that seems to glow from within, but according to artistic depictions they also have very beautiful hair, too. Check out this hairstyling tutorial to learn how to create not one, but two Greek goddess hairstyles:
HowTo: DIY Lady Gaga Hair Bow
The best thing about going Gaga for Halloween is the variety of possibilities. Lady Gaga's wardrobe is vast and colorful: the Meat Dress, her trippy Anime Eyes, the scantily clad Caution Tape look, the Soda Can Hair Rollers, the light up Gothic Crown, the Cigarette Smoking Glasses, and, of course, the classic Hair Bow from Poker Face. It's my personal favorite, and the following illustration is easy to follow. If you don't feel like messing with your own hair and have a wig around the house, ...
How To: Create an elegant loose wedding day chignon
Sure, you could muster up hundreds of dollars to have you hair done by a professional hairstylist on your wedding day, but why do so when you can do just as great a job on your own (or with the help of a friend)?
How To: Create a sexy messy side bun with Julie Dickson
Updos have this reputation for being uptight and conservative, the staple hairstyle of cafeteria ladies, teachers, and professional women everywhere. But with a few tweaks - and loosening of some hair - you can turn uptight into carefree and chic.
How To: Create a teased half up, half down bridal hairstyle with curls
It's pretty much a given that on your wedding day you must be the most beautiful woman there. But if you're not the kind of girl who spends an hour each morning obsessing over her hair, then you're probably a little stuck when it comes to deciding what hairstyle you want to wear.
How To: Create a Snooki pouf (hair bump) hairstyle and carve a Halloween pumpkin
Why Did You Wear That? has a special Halloween treat for you— a 2-for-1 video tutorial celebrating Snooki from Jersey Shore and Mr. Jack-O'-Lantern. First, you'll see how to style your hair into the famous Snooki pouf, a bouffant hair bump, without the use of Bump-It. After you've got your Halloween Snookie hairstyle completed, continue on to the second portion of the how-to for pumpkin carving.
How To: Choose a long hair style for men
Long hair for men has been in or quasi-in for decades now, but if you've been thinking about growing your hair out you may be wondering what long style would look best on you. Watch this video to learn how to choose a long hair style that complements your face and style.
How To: Create a funky Rihanna inspired '80s hairstyle
You don't need to lop all your precious long locks off to achieve Rihanna's signature hairstyles. While the lady currently has a short, choppy cut, she wears looks (like faux hawks) that can be replicated on longer hair.
How To: Create a beautiful braided Greek goddess updo for fall
Need a complementary, beautiful hairstyle to go with your Greek goddess costume this Halloween? Then this braided goddess updo is exactly what you're looking for. While this look is great for a Halloween costume, it's also not too showy to be worn on a daily basis.
How To: Create glamorous old Hollywood voluminous curls
Want to look like Veronica Lake or Marilyn Monroe? While can't guarantee you'll resemble these famous old Hollywood stars to a T, we can promise that once you complete this video's hairstyle you'll look like a retro vision.
How To: Create an artsy Frida Kahlo hairstyle for Halloween
Like all famous artists, Frida Kahlo had a very colorful life. Raised in a small town outside Mexico City, she lived through the Mexican Revolution and was struck by a bus as a teenager, an incident which caused a broken spinal column, broken collarbone, broken pelvis, fractures, and a punctured uterus which led to infertility problems later on.
How To: Do a fantasy or Renaissance style half updo with your hair
The half updo is a perennial favorite in fantasy and period pieces, from Lord of the Rings to Mysts of Avalon to the Renaissance Faire or any other event for which you want a period hairstyle. Even if you're all thumbs, you'll be able to replicate this popular hairstyle.