Hairstyling How-Tos
How To: Get gum out of hair with oil, peanut butter or ice
Remove gum from hair by using oil, peanut butter or ice. Learn to use each of these methods to remove gum from hair in this free video on haircare from an experienced hairdresser.
How To: Get rid of hair dye that is left on your hairline
To get rid of hair dye, apply a product on the hairline before coloring hair, or use cigarette ash to remove the stains. Get tricks for removing hair dye in this free video on haircare from an experienced hairdresser.
How To: Blow dry hair with a diffuser
When using a diffuser to blow-dry hair, turn the blow-dryer on low to keep curls from breaking apart and frizzing. Find out more about using diffusers, including substituting tube socks as diffusers, in this free how to video on haircare from an experienced hairdresser.
How To: Fix frizzy hair
Fixing frizzy hair is as easy as applying haircare products that contain silicone, dimethicone or cyclomethicone. Learn about these haircare products that can help control frizzy hair in this free video on haircare from an experienced hairdresser.
How To: Cut or trim your own bangs
When cutting or trimming your own bangs, make sure your bangs are dry, and use a comb to hold down the bangs while you are cutting them. Learn to hold the comb at a 90-degree angle to cut or trim bangs in this free video on haircare from an experienced hairdresser.
How To: Blow-dry short hair
To blow dry short hair, bend head over, blow dry the hair up, and brush the hair out. Apply product to add volume or curl to short hair in this free video on haircare from an experienced hairdresser.
How To: Get movie star hair
Movie star hair is all about combining healthy hair with haircare products that contain silicone chemicals. Learn about using hair extensions, curling irons and haircare products to get movie star hair in this free video on haircare from an experienced hairdresser.
How To: Fix overly dry hair
To fix dry hair, apply oils and leave-in treatments, and avoid using styling tools or applying hair color. Learn to overcome dry hair by changing daily habits and properly applying haircare products in this free video on haircare from an experienced hairdresser.
How To: Identify the best hairstyle for your face
When selecting a hairstyle for your face shape, identify if your face is square, oval, round or heart shaped, and then style hair and bangs accordingly. Shape hairstyles for each type of face using this free video from an experienced hairdresser.
How To: Get rid of split ends
The only way to get rid of split ends is to cut them and to apply a shine product to moisturize the end of the hair. Learn to apply shine products to get rid of split ends using this free video from an experienced hairdresser.
How To: Get big hair
To get big hair, start by curling the hair, and then tease the curls by brushing the hair. Find out how to brush curls for big hair in this free video on haircare from an experienced hairdresser.
How To: Get crimped hair without using a crimper
Crimp hair without using a crimper by applying a thermal protectant haircare product and using the small barrel of a curling iron. Learn to turn a curling iron the opposite direction for crimped hair in this free video on haircare from an experienced hairdresser.
How To: Get rid of a perm
If a perm is too curly, get rid of the perm by shampooing the hair, applying a heavy conditioner and using a chemical straightener. Discover how hair salons can get rid of perms with this free video from an experienced hairdresser.
How To: Color your hair without bleaching it
To color your hair without bleaching it, select a hair dye that doesn't require lightening the hair more than two levels. Color hair without bleaching products using this free video from an experienced hairdresser.
How To: Create a quick & casual updo hairstyle
Create an updo hairstyle by making a ponytail and using hair pins to secure curls to the top of the head. Tease hanging curls to make a ponytail updo hairstyle in this free how to video on haircare from an experienced hairdresser. Learn how to do your own updo!
How To: Style hair in retro reverse hair rolls
This how-to video provides a quick tutorial on how to get the 40's reverse rolls. You can also use this to get the front pompadour effect (like Gwen Stefani in "Just A Girl" music vid). This is easiest to do when your bangs/fringe are grown out down to your chin. This is a 1940s inspired hairstyle, so it goes with any 40s-50s look. Follow along with the step-by-step instructions in this video hairstyling tutorial and learn how to create vintage reverse hair rolls.
How To: Create a rockabilly victory roll style hairdo
This video provides a tutorial on how to get that victory roll 40's look. This vintage style is as pretty as ever, and popular with rockabilly circles. Watch this video hairstyling tutorial and learn how to create a victory roll hairdo.
How To: Create a Christina Aguilera hair style
In this instructional video, Tasha Gaymon shows you how to get the red carpet hair of Christina Aguilera. Follow along with the steps from sectioning and curling to finishing off this curly bombshell hairdo. Watch this video tutorial series and learn how to create a red carpet worthy Christina Aguilera inspired hair style.
How To: Create gorgeous highlights at home
This how-to video series shows the easy way to master this professional technique. Hair colorist and stylist Marco Pelusi offers tips for doing highlights at home. Professional highlights can be a bank-breaker, but they do wonders for your complexion and overall look of your hair. Get a salon look at home. Watch this video tutorial series and learn how to highlight hair at home. Create gorgeous highlights at home - Part 1 of 2.
How To: Style hair in a trendy braid
All the celebrities are wearing it. With this how-to video, you can too. All you need is hair that's long enough to braid, some nimble fingers, and a little bit of patience. Okay and maybe a hair styling product or two. Watch this video hair styling tutorial and learn how to create this half-up french braid look. Style hair in a trendy braid.
How To: Salvage a bad hair day with a scarf
Bad hair days aren't the end of the world, especially if you've got a scarf. Cover up any grease, fly-aways, and worse. You'll love the Brigitte Bardot inspired look in this how-to video. You might even want to try it out when your hair is looking great already. Watch this video hairstyling tutorial and learn how to cover up a bad hair day with a scarf. Salvage a bad hair day with a scarf - Part 1 of 3.
How To: Get sexy, wavy Gisele inspired hair
Learn the art of beachy hair. Hair stylist Rick Farber demonstrates the steps for creating this soft, wavy look in this how-to video. The beauty of this hairdo is that it doesn't look done, just relaxed and sexy. Watch this video hairstyling tutorial and learn how to get way Gisele inspired waves. Get sexy, wavy Gisele inspired hair.
How To: Create wavy curls with hot hair rollers
Get gorgeous, modern-looking curls in minutes. Taylor Chang-Babaian, hair and makeup stylist, demonstrates the steps for making sexy waves with hot rollers in this how-to video. Think Gisele, and anyone will relaxed, loose beach style. Watch this video hairstyling tutorial and learn how to use hot rollers to create a fresh, modern waves. Create wavy curls with hot hair rollers.
How To: Create a quick and easy updo hairstyle
Learn to create that perfectly undone style all the celebs wear on their hair. Jeanne San Diego, hair and makeup stylist, demonstrates the steps of this sexy, messy bun. Watch this video hairstyling tutorial and learn how to pull hair up into a fast updo. Create a quick and easy updo hairstyle.
How To: Braid hair in minutes
If you have longer hair and sometimes get tired of it hanging in your face but don't want to just pull your hair back in a ponytail, try braiding it. Learning how to create hair braids does involve a bit of a curve, but once you've got it down, you can put a braid in someone's hair or your own hair in a matter of minutes. Watch this video hair styling tutorial and learn how to braid hair.
How To: Apply colored hair extensions
Instead of damaging hair with bleach and crazy color, small colored extensions give the same effect without the commitment. Use them for a night out or even as part of a Halloween costume. Check out this video hair styling tutorial and learn how to apply colored hair extension.
How To: Create a pin-up girl inspired hair style
Vintage pin-up girl posters are the inspiration for the retro look in this how-to video. While this hairdo is all 50s glamour, it's never gone out of style, and as likely to be seen spotted on a starlet today as yesterday (or yesteryear). Learn how to create this pin-up girl inspired hair style by watching this video hairstyling tutorial.
How To: Do a classic hair style with hot rollers
The classic hairstyle in this how-to video is reminiscent of glamorous 40s waves. You'll need hot rollers and hair spray to create it. Watch this video hairstyling tutorial and learn how to create this retro wavy hairdo.
How To: Do a 70s feathered and curled hair look
Create the look of feathered hair without having to actually cut it. This how-to video shows the steps of styling hair into a super 70s, disco, Charlie's Angels style hairdo. You'll need hot rollers and a lot of styling products. Watch this video hairstyling tutorial and learn how to style hair into a 70s inspired feathered and curled look.
How To: Crimp hair without looking dated with Elle magazine
Crimped hair makes a stylish comeback, as shown in this how-to video from Elle magazine. Most will remember crimping from the tragic 80s, but find a way to make it look modern and fresh. Watch this video hairstyling tutorial and learn how to crimp hair without looking like a fashion victim.
How To: Plait non-childish braids with Elle magazine
The braid makes a move from schoolgirl to sophisticated with this how-to video from Elle magazine. Plaits can add texture to a hair style, and are a pretty way to get hair off the face. Watch this video hair styling tutorial and learn how to make modern braids.
How To: Style hair in a bedhead look with Elle magazine
Get this season's hot bedhead look: this how-to video from Elle magazine shows you how. Bedhead is a sexy and suggestive look, but requires just a bit more work than the name would suggest. Watch this video hairstyling tutorial and learn how to create a bedhead look.
How To: Style hair in polished&glamorous waves w/Elle magazine
Soft curls ruled the runway - a team of experts shows you how to get that look in this how-to video from Elle magazine. This look is reminiscent of old Hollywood glamour, like Veronica Lake. Watch this video hairstyling tutorial and learn how to replicate this polished and wavy look.
How To: Create sleek straight hair with ELLE magazine
This hair styling tutorial, brought to you by ELLE magazine, shows you how to get long, straight, sleek hair. Achieve this easy look for everyday with this how to video.
How To: Create an unstructured bun with Elle magazine
Learn a new twist on your usual bun hairstyle with this how-to video from Elle magazine. It's a real simple updo, but the hair needs just a little bit of texture to work. Watch this video hairstyling tutorial and learn how to create an unstructured bun updo.
How To: Create a textured twist hairstyle with ELLE
In this hair styling how to video brought to you by ELLE magazine, learn how you can create quick and simple textured twists. Get this wavy, sexy look with this hair tutorial.
How To: Style hair in finger waves
Try this new style with our step-by-step guide from Elle magazine in this how-to video. Finger waves are pretty and reminiscent of old Hollywood glamour. Watch this video hair styling tutorial and learn how to make finger waves.
How To: Curl hair into a Miley Cyrus inspired style
Want to try out some curls? A hair style like the one achieved in this how-to video is similar to the one Miley Cyrus is often seen sporting. You'll just need a curling iron and some heat-activate curling spray. Watch this video hair-styling tutorial and learn how to do a Miley Cyrus inspired hairdo.
How To: Style your hair in pigtail braids
If you love braiding your hair but want to take your style up a notch, then pigtail braids are the perfect solution. All you need is a brush, a hair band,a comb and a hair ribbon. First, separate a small section on the left side of the head, and separate into 3 pieces. Braid this section until you are halfway through the hair. Next, separate a small section on the right side of the head and create another braid. Take both braids and join them in the middle. Create 3 sections to make a new bra...
How To: Style a flip ponytail
You’ll flip for this awesome hair style. Join Lisa Bleyaert and her friend Julie as they show you how to do a flip ponytail yourself. All you need is a brush, a hair band, and a scrunchie to create this fun twist on a ponytail. First, create a low ponytail at the base of the neck, and tie with a hair band. Next create some extra room at the top and separate hair in the middle above the hair band. Finally, pull your ponytail through that hole. With this how to video you can style your hair in ...