Deck the halls with these creative hair style how-tos.

LONG, LOOSE WAVES

Farouk Creative Artist Rocky Vitelli shares how to create this voluminous look.

Step-by-steps for 10 Modern Holiday Hair Ideas

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

WINTER WONDER

You never know when your clients will find themselves standing under mistletoe! Keep them looking mysterious, yet sophisticated with theses styles from Joico.

Step-by-steps for 10 Modern Holiday Hair Ideas

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

AURA BRAID

Stiff, structured styles don’t belong at special occasions anymore. Try this modern style from the Aquage team that features a knotted overlay accenting the fringe.
Step-by-steps for 10 Modern Holiday Hair Ideas

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

WINTER WAVES

Dream curls won’t be on your clients’ wish lists, because they’ll already have them!
Step-by-steps for 10 Modern Holiday Hair Ideas
 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SEASONAL BLING

This not only creates perfect holiday curls but also incorporates Sultra’s Plum Nouveau headband for a Great Gatsby-worthy look!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

RED AND RETRO

Want to create a retro-inspired shape with modern texture? KMS California National Technical Training Manager Simon Miller suggests this easy technique sure to please the client who wants sleek sides with fullness in the front.
Step-by-steps for 10 Modern Holiday Hair Ideas
 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SUGAR PLUM BUN

Elegance can be a simple bun this holiday season! Go for day-toevening glam with this look from Kacie De Jesus, education business expert for Sexy Hair.
Step-by-steps for 10 Modern Holiday Hair Ideas

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

DEFY GRAVITY

“People think to have healthy hair, you need shiny hair,” says American Crew Creative Director Craig Hanson. “But a matte look is very modern for men, and the hair can still be healthy.”
Try it: Apply American Crew Ultramatte Gel to hair and brush against the growth pattern. Add a little American Crew Boost Powder to intensify the matte finish and add texture and separation.
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HOLIDAY TWIST

Kenra Professional educators suggest creating a loose French braid twist for a touch of holiday.
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PINNED-UP PONY

Fulfill every client’s wish to show off—not just show up—at seasonal celebrations by keeping your styling repertoire varied enough to address every occasion.
Step-by-steps for 10 Modern Holiday Hair Ideas

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