Hairstyling Features
How To: Give yourself loose, casual curls with a curling iron
In this video, we learn how to give yourself loose, casual curls with a curling iron. First, you need to put heat protector in your hair and make sure it's straight enough to curl. After this, break your hair into small sections and heat up a large barrel curling iron. Next, put the curling iron in the section of hair and stop when you reach the root. Hold the curling iron in place for several seconds, then release the hair. When it comes out, it should be a loose curl. If it's too tight, bru...
How To: Dutch braid hair
Hairdresser Leila Karalic shows you how to dutch braid your hair, which is a hair braiding technique similar to the french braid. Dutch braid hair.
How To: Make a cute twist hair style
Liz Muller guides us how to make a cute twist hair style with little effort. First, put a small amount of hair gel in the front of your hair. Then, grab the front of one side of your hair and start to twist it. Twist the front into the back until you reach the area behind your ears. Now, clip the twist and then repeat this on the other side of your head. Using bobby pins to clip it will work the best. With the rest of your hair, you can either curl it or leave it straight, whichever you prefe...
How To: Get scene/emo frizz-pump hair
Looking to change your look into something more... uh, scene? This video might inspire a new do with step by step instructions on how to get "scene" or "emo" volumized hair with a bit if teased height. Steal this look with help from this three-part hair styling tutorial.
How To: Create a loopy, low feminine side bun
Buns are usually thought of as severe, uptight, and clinical (which is somewhat true, since many professional women prefer buns because they get hair out of your face when you're getting down to business).
How To: Do a quick easy short hair style
The video starts out with Charmain introducing herself, stating she is about to do a quick tutorial on how to do a short sassy hairdo like the one she has. She advises to use a moisturizer right after showering. She is preparing to demonstrate the hair style on herself. She then sprays her hair with a spray moisturizer. She says to use pro style gel for the front of the hair and icing style for the back of the hair. She then demonstrates how to apply the gel. She demonstrated how to place her...
How To: Style an easy French braid headband
Mellerobot teaches you how to style an easy French braid headband. You start with short hair and use a rubber or a scrunchie to tie your hair in the back. The hair above the forehead is parted to the side. Grab a strand of hair by the parting and start a normal braid. Every time you braid outward, grab another strain of hair. The braid looks better if it's not perfect. Carry on until you've braided your whole fringe. Pin that with a bobby pin. You can wear this with your hair up or down.
How To: Color your hair with cheap colored hairspray
Learn how to use cheap colored hairspray that you can buy at WalMart to dye your hair. Secret tip - use a blow dryer to distribute it evenly!
How To: Do hair extensions yourself
Kim Kimble shows you how to get a dramatic new look with do-it-yourself extensions.
How To: Style a cute heart shaped little girl hairdo
This video shows the method to style a heart shaped hair on a little girl. In the first step, do a zigzag part on the hair and pulling the sides to a pigtail. Part the hair till the ear before tying the pigtail. Wet the pigtails and put some pomade on it to make the pigtail stiff. Take a pigtail and divide it into half. Make sure that they are stiff. Twist the two parts of the pigtail and make a heart shape. Now clip the hair at the base using a pigtail holder. Repeat this process for the oth...
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.
How To: Create a quick pin up girl updo with victory rolls
Modern day pin up girl Gwen Stefani would never leave the house without this retro updo inspired by ladies of the '40s and '50s. Inspired by the rockability style, it consists of a high updo pinned into a bun at the back and fake victory roll bangs in the front.
How To: Get a Rosie the Riveter patriotic WWII hairstyle
Rock your patriotism with this funky 1940s look. This rockabilly style can be updated for 2010 easily and this video will show you how to do so, step by step.
How To: Weave a zig zag braid into your hair for boho flair
This has got to be one of the most interesting braids you will ever see. This 'zig zag' braid is actually very quick and easy to do and looks like it took hours. People will be amazed at the design and wonder how you did it.
How To: Plait a section of hair
This video tutorial will show you easy and simple steps on how to plait or braid your hair. Plaiting hair is the basic skill required when applying many hair extensions. Once you've mastered the plait, then you can braid, cornrow and etc..
How To: Make two pony tails
Liz Muller demonstrates how to style a young girl's hair into two pony tails. The video walks you through tying the hair with a scrunchy and making two pony tails.
How To: Practice various hairstyles for long hair
Are you feeling like your long hair is holding you back? Nonsense! Keep things fresh by using that long hair to create hairstyles that range from side ponytails to half-up, half-down hairdos that anyone can achieve at home. Find new ways to style long hair with helpful advice from celebrity hair stylist, Robert Steinken who's clients include everyone from Sandra Bullock to Angelina Jolie.
How To: Do hair buns and ponytails for dance
Dancers keep their hair back most of the time. Especially in performances like ballet, it is important to keep your hair out of your face. Not only does your hair stay out of the way, but it also helps performers look uniform with each other.
How To: Style the ultimate summer boho braid
Check out this tutorial for a step by step on an adorable new summer style. This braid is the perfect mix of whimsical, stylish and bohemian and will work for any occasion.
How To: Style glam waves in your hair
Watch this instructional hair styling video to curl your hair into glamorous, wavy curls. Use a cream product to protect your hair from the heat. This hair style is perfect for holiday parties, proms, and weddings because it is both elegant and fairly easy to do.
How To: Create a back combed ponytail
Our hair expert Leo Bancroft takes us through the hottest hair style trends for spring summer 08 and how to recreate them step by step. This time, its body-beautiful ponies... Create a back combed ponytail.
How To: Wash your hair to make it healthy & beautiful
Hairdressers swear that shampooing the correct way does make a difference. Learn how to properly wash your hair with his how to video. You will need:
How To: Select a haircut that accentuates your oval, round, or square face shape
Just as not all face shapes were created the same, not all hairstyles were created equal. In fact, a gorgeous blunt-cut pixie do may look dazzling on your oval-faced friend, while it would make your round face look larger.
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: Do a French Braid hair style
This video demonstration teaches you how to do a French Braid hair style. This is an easy style to do with long hair. Watch this how to video and you can learn how to style your hair in a French Braid in no time.
How To: Style a bang braid when your hair is down
This hairstyling video will show you how to style a bang braid, but only when you're hair is down, because it's a totally different process when your hair is up. If you don't know how to French braid, check out these how-to videos before proceeding. It's slightly explained in this video, but it would be better if you already knew the French braiding process, so that braiding your bangs is easier.
How To: Create the classic pin-up hairstyle with curly hair
Compared to ladies of the '40s and '50s, we are damned lazy ladies today. Most of us wouldn't flinch to pull on some sweatpants to go the grocery store or even to go to school. And while we totally dig comfort, which is a good thing, it's nice to "put on your lady face" every once in a while an dress up a bit before you go out.
How To: Turn a simple ponytail into a classic bun
Want to take that ponytail to the next step. Add a new look to your hair arsenal by learning how to turn a simple ponytail into a classic bun.
How To: Turn your basic standby ponytail into several super sexy hairstyles
We love ponytails - for yoga class. They're ridiculously easy to throw together, which is why they're great for on-the-go hair management. But just because the ponytail is a practical, functional look doesn't mean you can't dress it up and wear it to formal occasions like cocktail parties and work.
How To: Create the retro pin-up Beyoncé bangs from "Telephone"
Elicit the glamour of Bettie Page's pin up days by styling your hair into this softly curled hairstyle with rolled bangs. Adopted by the unfailingly fabulous Beyoncé in Lady Gaga's video for "Telephone," this uber retro style flatters oval and heart shaped faces.
How To: Grow a beard
Looking to dress up that nakes chin with a little hair this winter? Keep your face warm and toasty with a beard you can be proud of. In this tutorial, get tips on how to grow the best beard in town.
How To: Prevent static cling in your hair
Have you spent time styling your hair only to step outside and look like you stuck your finger in a light socket? Learn how to keep that beautiful hairstyle looking good!
How To: Make a hair bow using only a bobby pin
In this how to video, you will learn how to make a hair bow. You will need a ribbon and a bobby pin. First, make a knot in the center of the ribbon. Next, pull it tight and make a bow shape in the ribbon. Make sure that it comes out evenly. if your ribbon is not double sided, one end may have no pattern. This means you have to twist it so that the printed side appears in the front. Next, take the bobby pin and slide one end through the loop in the middle. Make sure it is in the bottom area of...
How To: Give foil Hi-lights
This tutorial video will teach you to give foil highlights to people's hair. This is a great tutorial for any aspiring hair stylists.
How To: Apply at-home highlights
Colorist to the stars Louis Licari demonstrates how to get sun-kissed hair at home, using a hair painting kit.
How To: Turn a simple ponytail into an evening updo hairstyle
Updos don't need to be tedious or take a long time; this one starts off from an easy ponytail. When hair is in a high ponytail, turn it into an elegant evening hairstyle. Wrap the ponytail around the hair band and secure the ends with a bobby pin. Then, gently pull out and arrange sections of hair, making sure not to loosen all of the hair. In order to ensure that the hair stays in place, spray it with hair spray. Extra drama can easily be added to this hairstyle, by adding a flower or a favo...
How To: Get thick hair with jalapenos and rum
This video is a home remedy for thicker hair. Doctors do not recommend it nor does it have proven scientific basis. If you want thicker hair, it might be fun trying.
How To: Do quick and easy hairstyles
How to make simple and cute hairstyles; get professional tips and advice on methods, techniques, and products for doing your own hairstyling in this free beauty video series.
How To: Create a graduation hairstyle like Jenny Humphrey
In this video, learn how to create a cute, sweet graduation hairstyle that is classy and stylish. This style will look great with your cap and gown and is inspired by Jenny Humphrey from Gossip Girl. If you are graduating this year, give this look a try and congratulations!
How To: Curl your hair quickly using a flat iron
Got very little time to get your hair ready for a big party but forgot to bring your curling iron along with you? Don't fret - as long as you have a flat iron you can achieve buxom curls in no time.