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How To: Tame frizz in a long curly layers haircut with HerCut

Long, curly layers look fabulous (we're thinking Beyoncé and Shakira here), but the hairstyle also presents two of the most difficult to manage hairstyling problems: Too much frizz and messy, uneven layers that don't lie flat. It may seem like a hairstylist's - and everyday gal's - nightmare, but long, curly layers can be styled with the right tools and technique.

How To: Create a Gwen Stefani inspired pin-up hairstyle

In this tutorial, we learn how to create a Gwen Stefani inspired pin-up hairstyle. Start off by brushing your hair out, then use a curling iron to curl individual section of hair, then when you are done with each section, pin it up in a cylinder like shape. Continue to do this throughout your entire head of hair. When you are done, take your hair out of the pins and gently brush through it. Make sure to brush easy to avoid making your hair too frizzy. After this, use hair gel and comb through...

How To: Turn your black hair platinum blond at home

In this tutorial, we learn how to turn your black hair platinum blond at home. When you dye your hair, you will want to use a white hair color when first dying it. It may seem extreme to do this, but because you are dying your hair from such a dark color, it's going to have to have the extreme blond to help the color stay and not turn black. When dying your hair, make sure to keep the dye on long enough and follow all the directions that are on the package. Also, make sure you use moisturizin...

How To: Put on dread falls

In this tutorial, we learn how to put on dread falls. First, put your hair into two buns onto the top of your head, then place two cut off socks on top of them. After this, take a string and tie it around the two buns. After this, apply your dread falls to the side of each different bun and tie them on with any type of string. When you are done, flip the dread over your head and then situate in the back. When you are finished, you can put a headband in your hair so the dreads look more realis...

How To: Fake side swept bangs

In this tutorial, we learn how to fake side swept bangs. First, straighten and brush your hair. After this, you will take the hair from one side of the head and use a comb and brush it to the opposite side. After this, grab hair spray and spray it onto the bangs. After this, comb the hair again and then work the bangs with your fingers. Next, use more hair spray to make the bangs more firm and stay in place. Continue to do this process until your bangs are completely to the side and they are ...

How To: Create a versatile braided hairband for summer

The great thing about braids is that they're so incredibly versatile. Spin a single braid through the crown of your hair and let the rest of your locks loose and you've got a pretty Lauren Conrad, girl next door look going on. Or add a few curls using a curling iron and tie your hair up into an updo to create an elegant look befitting of a formal affair.

How To: Do a glamourous 1940's pageboy vintage hairstyle

In this tutorial, we learn how to do a glamorous 1940's pageboy vintage hairstyle. First, set your hair in curlers after the shower and then allow them to dry. After this, release the curls and star to brush your hair from the ends up, working through all of it. Now, take sections and start to curl the hair towards your face while brushing it out slightly. When you do this, the curls will spring up into your face and your hair will appear a lot shorter. Do this all through your hair until you...

How To: Tease hair with ease

In this video, we learn how to tease hair with ease. First, take a section of your hair from the top of your head and raise it straight up into the air. After this, spray a good coating of hair spray into it. After this, let it dry for a minute, then brush your hair down with a teasing comb working your way up. Spray another coat of hair spray, then lightly let the hair down, brushing the top gently. Continue to do this throughout sections on the top and sides of the hair. When finished, spra...

How To: Do a side headband braid with ribbon intertwined

In this tutorial, we learn how to do a side headband braid with ribbon intertwined. First, grab a ribbon that is around 32 inches and any color you want. Now, take a chunk of hair on the side of your head, and place the middle of the ribbon underneath it. Now, separate your hair into three sections, then start to braid by connecting the ribbon in with the strands. Once you finish this, tie off at the end. Now, make a messy bun in the back of your hair with the braid on the side still. After t...

How To: Make single ended dreads

In this video, we learn how to make single ended dreads. First, you will need synthetic hair, a hanger, and a steamer. First, take the hair out of the package and then cut a section out of it and put the other hair aside. Next, place the hair on a clothes hanger hook, then pull on the hair with your hands. After this, pull the ends down and then take a comb and back comb the hair piece. You want it to be in a big poufy mess what you are finished with it. After this, you want to braid the hair...

How To: Make your hair look thicker

In this tutorial, we learn how to make your hair look thicker. First, raise the top sections of your hair up and then spray hairspray on them. After this, slightly tease the hear at the root. When you are finished with the, continue on down to the bottom of your hair until you have teased all the sections. Now, let your hair go down and lightly brush it with your teasing comb. Spray another coat of hairspray on it, then continue to the other side. When you are finished, you will have hair tha...

How To: Easily cut your bangs

In this video, we learn how to easily cut your bangs. First, you will want to take a shower and have your hair went and brushed out. Next, part your hair so that your bangs are in the front and the rest of your hair is tied back behind you. After this, grab your scissors that are for hair cutting, and then level your hair out in front of you. Be sure to hold your head up straight and don't look too far down or up. Next, cut the bottom of your bangs where you want them to be at, then continue ...

How To: Thin and layer hair for spikey hair

In this video, we learn how to thin and layer hair for a spiky look. To do this, start off in front of the mirror with sharp scissors and a razor over the sink. Grab the scissors first and brush your hair to the front of your face. Start off cutting different layers into your hair, making some longer and some shorter. Next, take a razor and run it through your hair to create a think layering of all the hair. After you are done cutting it to your desired length, add in hair gel or wax to your ...

How To: Easily tease your long hair

In this video, we learn how to easily tease long hair. First, you will start on the top of your head by raising one section straight up into the air, after this, hair spray it then tease it by brushing downward with a comb. Spray on more hair spray, then let the hair stay where it is. Continue to do this in several sections on the top and side of the hair, as well as the back. When you're done, brush down the hair with your comb and use it lightly on the top so you keep the volume. Apply one ...

How To: Create a Fergie "Meet Me Halfway" hairstyle

In this video, we learn how to create a Fergie "Meet Me Halfway" hairstyle. First, clip the top of your hair up and curl the bottom of your hair with a curling iron. When it comes out of the curl, place our hair in a bobby pin into the curl, while wrapping it up into the head. Continue to do this throughout your entire head of hair. When finished, hair spray your hair and then take the pins out and set them down on the counter. When all the pins are out, style your hair how you prefer it and ...

How To: Get 360 waves in your hair

In this tutorial, we learn how to get 360 waves in your hair. First, always have a brush with you so your waves always look good. Step two, make sure you always have a wave cap with you to twist over your head. Next, make sure you have 360 wave grease to help your waves stay in place. You can also wash your hair with Wash Waves, which will keep your hair waves in place after you take a shower. When you are in the shower, you will brush it in and then wash it out with your hands. Also, use Mot...

How To: Rock an emo hairstyle

In this tutorial, we learn how to rock an emo hairstyle. First, blow dry your hair with a round brush, then place the top section down and to the side of your hair. Next, take small sections and spray your hair with heat protector. Now, straighten your hair in each of the different sections until it's pin straight. next, take heavy gloss and work it through the ends of the hair to add texture. Make sure the bangs are covering the front of the face, and the hair looks messy. This will give you...

How To: Style your hair in a messy, scrunchy way

In this tutorial, we learn how to style your hair messy and scrunchy. First, grab your hair and place it into a bun in the back of your head when you get out of the shower. After this, let the hair dry, then pull down your hair and add in scrunching gel into your hair. You can also use mousse if you prefer that. Scrunch this into your hair while pushing it up. When finished, your hair will have a dry and messed up look. You can also apply hair spray to your hair if you want to keep the look g...

How To: Do a quick J-rock hairstyle

In this tutorial, we learn how to do a quick J-rock hairstyle. To start, you will want to start off by brushing out your hair and straightening all of your layers. After this, do your makeup with thick black eyeliner all around your eyes. Next, hairspray the hair while holding it up, then tease it so it has extra volume, but don't brush it back down. Do this throughout the entire head, leaving the bottom of the hair flat and straight. Next, apply wax and gel to the hair and finish styling it ...

How To: Curl your hair using a flat iron with Kandee Johnson

We all love primping products, but what girl doesn't want to save a few bucks when she can? While lots of beauty companies will advertise that they have the best curling iron for you to achieve those Kate Hudson beachy waves, the truth is that you really don't need a curling iron at all. In fact, to get your hair bouncy and curly, all you really need is a flat iron.

How To: Do an elegant french braid

In this tutorial, we learn how to do an elegant french braid. Start off by grabbing the top section of your hair and splitting it up into three sections. After this, start to braid your hair by grabbing hair from each side and gathering it into the braid as you are going down. Once you reach the bottom of the hair, just do a normal braid and then tie it at the bottom. After you do this, you can hair spray your bangs back and tease them, or you can let them hang loose on the front of your face...

How To: Style a cute and curly retro hairstyle

In this tutorial, we learn how to style a cute and curly retro hairstyle. Start off by sectioning your hair off and starting on the underneath area of your side. Now, take your hair into sections and curl them into curlers. While these are sitting, take the top back portion of your hair and curl the hair, then place them into curlers as well. Continue to do this for all of the sections in your hair, pinning with bobby pins to keep them secure. Allow these to sit in your hair for around an hou...

How To: Style your hair with a basic blow-dry

Jason Lee teaches us how to style your hair with a basic blow-dry in this tutorial. Once you get out of the shower, use a heat protector all over it. After this, grab a blow dryer that has a nozzle at the end of it. Start to blow dry the hair while pointing the dryer down the hair, then grab a round brush and start to dry in sections. Once you are done with each section, allow the hair to curl. Do this over the entire head of hair in sections until you're completely done drying the hair. Styl...

How To: Properly straighten your hair

Gary France shows us how to properly straighten your hair in this video. Start off by blow drying your hair or simply just brushing it after the shower. Start with the underneath of the hair, then work the iron through the hair. Make sure to start at the root and end with the tips of the hair. Follow a comb through the hair until you reach the end. Continue this technique while working through all the different sections of the hair. You may need to place the iron through the hair several time...

How To: Style your hair in a quiff fashion

In this tutorial, we learn how to style your hair in a quiff fashion. First, brush out all of your hair. After this, take your bands and the top of your hair and raise it in the air vertically. Now, tease the back of the section down with the brush, then incorporate your bangs in with it. Next, use a bobby pin to pin down the top, leaving it still puffy up in the air. To help keep it voluminous and high in the air, use hair spray or gel over it. When you are finished, curl the rest of your ha...

How To: Use a straightening iron to get soft sexy curls

In this tutorial, we learn how to use a straightening iron to get soft and sexy curls. First, start out by brushing your hair out so there are no knots in it. Next, take a section of your hair, Next, add in heat protector to the hair. After this, heat up your straightening iron and take a small section of our hair. Twist the hair up and then run the straightening iron through it. When it comes out, you will have a very soft curl. You can also place the iron onto the top of the section and pul...

How To: Mix hair color when dying hair at home

Looking for a primer on how to mix color when styling your hair at home? It's easy! And this clip will show you how it's done. So easy, in fact, that this home beauty video tutorial can presenta complete and thorough overview of the process in about a minute's time. For more information, including detailed, step-by-step instructions, watch this handy hairstyling how-to.

How To: Section hair before applying color when dying hair at home

Looking for a primer on how to section hair when dying at home? It's easy! And this clip will show you how it's done. So easy, in fact, that this home beauty video tutorial can presenta complete and thorough overview of the process in about a minute's time. For more information, including detailed, step-by-step instructions, watch this handy hairstyling how-to.

How To: Speed up process time when highlighting hair at home

Wish there were a way to speed up process time when highlighting hair? It's easy! And this clip will show you how it's done. So easy, in fact, that this home beauty video tutorial can presenta complete and thorough overview of the process in about a minute's time. For more information, including detailed, step-by-step instructions, watch this handy hairstyling how-to.

How To: Create a peek-a-boo highlight when dying hair

Need some help figuring out how to do peek-a-boo highlights at home? It's easy! And this clip will show you how it's done. So easy, in fact, that this home beauty video tutorial can presenta complete and thorough overview of the process in about a minute's time. For more information, including detailed, step-by-step instructions, watch this handy hairstyling how-to.

How To: Use a curling iron to add volume and body to your hair

Need some help figuring out how to use a curling iron when styling your hair at home? It's easy! And this clip will show you how it's done. So easy, in fact, that this home beauty video tutorial can presenta complete and thorough overview of the process in about a minute's time. For more information, including detailed, step-by-step instructions, watch this handy hairstyling how-to.

How To: Fold foil when highlighting hair at home

Looking for a primer on how to fold foil when dying your hair at home? It's easy! And this clip will show you how it's done. So easy, in fact, that this home beauty video tutorial can presenta complete and thorough overview of the process in about a minute's time. For more information, including detailed, step-by-step instructions, watch this handy hairstyling how-to.