From Christmas market to festive feasts with friends, these holiday hair looks will have you covered, so whether you want to rock around the Christmas tree with an effortlessly elegant updo or want a simply curly style to celebrate Christingle, keep reading for our expert tips and tricks!.
Effortless Classic Updo with a Festive Knot
Perfect for anyone with medium-length hair who wants to elevate their look with some elegance, we love this effortless classic updo. Simple but effective it can take you from work day to holiday season glamor instantly - and you can even add in some Christmas hair accessories for some extra festive flair.
If you’re usually intimidated by updos - this is the look for you. It can be created in minutes and has serious staying power, so will keep your hair out of your face whilst you’re dashing through the snow (or just dashing to get a Christmas dinner!)
We have set out below a step by step guide to make it all easy for you or you can simply visit our instagram to let gorgeous Olivia McVeigh show you the way
How to create this look:
- To start, use the Ultimate Styler Brush to get rid of all the knots and tangles so your hair is smooth and ready to style.
- Then take our Back-Combing Hair Brush and use the tail of the brush to create a defined side part in the hairline and the side swept bangs.
- Pro tip: clip the bangs out of the way so you can focus on styling the rest of your hair (you’ll come back for them later!)
- Take a 2-inch barrel curler and create long, bouncy curls towards the back of the head - this will give volume and shine to your updo!
- Return to your Back-Combing Hair Brush and use it to tease the back of the hair to create even more volume
- Then, twist the hair in an upwards motion and, using bobby pins, pin the bottom part of the updo so that the hair is held in place.
- Once again, grab your trusty Back-Combing Hair Brush to tease the strands on top to create a fuller look before pinning the ends on the crown of the head.
- Once you’re happy with the main part of the updo, come back to your bangs and use a 2-inch barrel curler to create some body and movement - but we recommend using our Ultimate Styler Brush to brush these curls out for a more natural look
Glamorous Half Up Half Down Look for Long Hair
A half up, half down look adds instant glamour to any situation - and here Lucie sprinkles some extra glitz with these festive hair clips - which are going straight on our Christmas list.
To create this easy holiday hairstyle we have added an easy tutorial by Lucie Seviour. She begins by making sure her hair is totally tangle free. Lucie has long, straight hair so goes for our award winning Original Detangler, but if your hair is more sensitive you could use our Fine and Fragile version, or the Thick and Curly if your hair has more volume.
Our Ultimate Teaser comes in very handy when creating this festive hairstyle. First, flip it round and use the tail end to create the perfect centre parting, then start to sweep the top half of your hair up into a ponytail, leaving your bottom layers out to create the half up, half down effect Pick up your Original Detangler of choice and use it to smooth down the crown of the style, removing any ridges and catching any flyaways. Secure with a hair tie and then get back to your Ultimate Teaser.
To create the same gorgeous soft wave effect as Lucie, use our Ultimate Finisher to gently brush out the curls, until you’ve got the desired effect you're after (bonus: The Ultimate Finisher will ensure your style stays shining all night long!)
Once you’re happy with your style, top it off with some trendy Christmas hair accessories. Lucie goes for some sparkly ‘Santa Baby’ hair slides that are guaranteed to slip a good hair day under the tree, you can also opt for a cute oversized bow clip like Abby on our instagram reel.
Sleek Curly Hairstyle
We love this look because it is a super simple way to bring high fashion disco energy to your glam holiday hairstyle - and better yet it’s guaranteed to hold all night, no matter how hard you’re partying!
If you have stunningly naturally curly hair, Christmas is the time to show it off - and this look does just that! However, if your hair is straighter you can still achieve a similar effect by using a tight curl wand before getting started.
How to create this look:
- Start with fresh curls (either freshly washed natural coils or freshly styled if you’re naturally straight!) and use the tail of our Back-Combing Hairbrush to create a deep side-parting.
- Then on side, create a section at the front of the hair from the parting to behind the ear - this will then be slicked down behind the ear
- Use a strong hold gel to slick the hair back using the Ultimate Styler Brush, and tie it with a hairband behind the ear.
- Pro tip: Using a hairband is better for creating a cleaner, slicker look than bobby pins
- Finish this front section of hair by tidying the baby hairs and creating subtle waves around the hairline.
- With the main bulk of curls, use the Back-Combing Hair Brush to tease and create volume by going through each section and layer of hair.
- If you want to give your curls more definition, our Back-Combing Hair Brush is great for separating the curls
- If you want to pump up the volume, use a volumizing spray to add texture and complete the look!
If you got coily hair like Magaly and knows that there’s more than one way to show off your natural curls for Christmas party season, this is for you. She is showing you not one but four different ways style your hair flirty and fun this festive season.
Fine Mist Spray BottleMany people with Afro-Textured hair are nervous about using a detangling brush to brush out their curls, but the Naturally Curly Detangler has been created specifically with the needs of 3C to 4C hair in mind. The longer, firmer teeth are kind to curls but tough on tangles and the short teeth reduce frizz whilst keeping your curl pattern on point.
Don't forget to add in some festive hair clips or other Christmas hair accessories to finish the look off with a more glamorous edge!
Braid and Plaits with Christmas Bows
A cute half do braid idea that can take you from off-duty to an office Christmas party in seconds with the addition of a few Christmas hair accessories. Head to our instagram to for a quick under 30 seconds hair tutorial to see how this is done using our Ultimate Detangler.
Just another quick Christmas party hairstyle idea on how to be festive-ready and out of the door in record time.
Want festive hairstyles for fine short hair? Jade is here to show you how to create two different looks - both with sparkly hair slides that will help you transform into the (jingle) belle of the ball.
If you want an easy look that keeps your hair out of your face this Christmas party season, you can create a glamorous high pony that’s high in style points but low in maintenance.
First you want to make sure your hair is smooth and tangle free. Jade uses the Original Detangler Fine & Fragile, that’s tough on tangles but kind to her sensitive hair. Brush your hair from tip to root and then sweep it up into a high pony, using the Original Detangler to remove any bumps or ridges on the crown as you go.
However you’re spending the holidays and whatever your hair type these three easy holiday hairstyles are sure to land you on the nice list! Which one are you going to try?!
