Fashion

Every time I attempt to style my hair in an interesting way it backfires—I either look like a prom queen or my hair becomes way too greasy from all the product I use. What can I do differently?
The most covetable styles this year are those with natural movement and a high-calibre shine. Think: big, bouncy curls or a tidy, tight ballerina bun. As for your dilemma, have you ever tried using a set of curlers? We swear they’re not just for your grandma—they actually offer a super easy way to get curls that last and bounce with ease. We love Kevin Murphy Hair Curlers ($36, kevinmurphy.com.au), because they’re riddled with holes for hot air to pass through, meaning the heat from your dryer can mold your hair into waves without the use of much product at all. Begin by spritzing Kérastase Chroma Cristal Shine Perfecting Mist ($42, kerastase.com) onto damp hair—it’s a water-based gel that gives your hair lots of shine. Then, create a centre part, wrap small sections of hair around each curler, and wait until your hair is completely dry. If you’re able to, sleep with them in to set your waves in stone (not literally, of course!) making them super long-lasting. If time’s not on your side, blow your hair dry to speed up the process and follow with a flexi hairspray, like Moroccanoil Luminous Hairspray ($24, moroccanoil.com), to keep curls soft and looking radiant, not greasy or wet. 

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