Half Up Half Down Defined Waves


Added: 26 Jul 2012
This half up half down hairstyle is perfect for those who want to create a sexy look. With waves, this style can be edgy by styling it chin-length or shorter. The ideal option for the summer season, we love how this style allows you to play with different looks without having to switch from side to side like some other styles.

Our gorgeous model is ravishing this half-up, defined wave with a beautiful smile on her face. With thin arc eyebrows and pink lips, she perfectly embodies the defining characteristics of this hairstyle in light platinum blonde hair color with black highlights. For this hair styling, these gorgeous half up half down locks are dressed in beautifully defined waves; then the top is pulled back and pinned to the back of the head to create this half-updo which will be great to turn heads on any special occasion. Teasing at the roots will help achieve height and lift. It is a perfect hairstyle for those with a round, oval, or heart-shaped face shape. Wear this style on fine or medium-density hair that is thin and straight. The haircut is a conservative classic that has been around for decades. It's an excellent shape for straight, curly, and thick hair. Show off your personality with a half-up, half-down hairstyle perfect for any occasion.

Add a touch of drama and shape to your face with this half up half down hairstyle with defined waves. This look will need regular trims every 4-6 weeks to prevent split ends and keep your hair looking healthy and gorgeous. Direct your hair into position while applying the finishing products.


Visual Story

Half Up Half Down Defined Waves- Visual Story


Hairstyle Suitability Rating: ★★★★★
Hairstyle Popularity Rating: ★★★★★

Hairstyle Type

Category
Formal
Length
Half Up Long
Elasticity
Curly
Hair Color
Light Platinum Blonde and Black Highlights

Haircut Technique

Type
Scissor Cut

Suitability

Gender
Women
Face Shape
round,oval,heart,triangular
Hair Density
Thin/Medium
Hair Texture
Fine/Medium

Age
Under 21, 21 - 30, 31 - 40, and 41 - 50
Height
Any
Weight
Thin/Average/Large

Forehead Height
Short/Average
Neck Length
Short/Average
Ears
Small/Average
Nose
Small/Average
Glasses
No

Styling

Time
30+ minutes
Tip
Direct your hair into position while applying the finishing products.
Products
mousse, wax, smoothing shine, hair spray
Tools
blow dry, curling iron


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step 1

Apply styling mousse to damp hair, using your palm as a measuring guide, and evenly distribute it along the hair shaft. Styling mousse will add hold and can help achieve better results.


step 2

A medium radial brush is used on medium to long hair types to smooth out wavy or curly hair textures or to add body to straight hair. When selecting a radial brush, always use one with a pure bristle as this will not tear or damage the hair.


step 3

To blow-dry under, start at the nape/back and place your brush under the section of hair close to the nape. With the dryer held up over the hair, pull the brush from the roots and continue to the mid length's, keeping the blow-dryer following over the top. Once you reach the ends, curve them under. Repeat this step until the section is completely dry.


step 4

To blow-dry the sides, take out a small section of hair from the front and clip the rest of the hair away. Next, place the brush under the section and then pull the brush and hair forward around your face (this curving motion creates body). Place the hair-dryer on top of the brush until you reach the ends and then turn the ends under. Repeat until dry.


step 5

To blow-dry the crown/top sections, take a section of hair no bigger than the diameter of the brush and blow-dry the hair placing the brush under the section of hair. With your blow-dryer in front of the brush, follow the brush in an upwards direction at the roots and an outwards position at the ends for volume and softness. Continue until the section is dry.


step 6

When blow-drying your bangs to the side, section your hair up and clip your hair back to leave only your bangs out. Remember to make sure that your bangs are damp to make blow-drying more effective. Next, take your brush and place it underneath the hair and then blow-dry starting from the roots, adding tension to the hair as you go. Slowly pull your section down to the ends and continue until dry.


step 7

A medium curling iron is used to create medium sized curls.


step 8

Take a small section of hair and place the ends at the base of your curling iron barrel and then wrap the hair up around the barrel until you reach your mid-lengths. Hold the hair for 5 to 10 seconds and then release the hair by unwinding the strands backwards.


step 9

Pick up a small selection of hair from your mid section no bigger than your tail comb. Place your comb at the roots and then comb up and down until the hair is standing up by itself. Continue to the crown and finish at the sides. Repeat this step if you require more volume.


step 10

Once your hairstyle is complete, hold your hair into place and then pin your hair into your desired direction.


step 11

Apply a small amount of wax to your fingertips and then lightly piece and pinch the ends of your hair.


step 12

Apply a very small amount of smoothing shine to the palms of your hands and then run it through the mid-lengths and ends of your hair. Be careful not to add any to the roots or a large amount to any section of the hair as smoothing shine can be very heavy on the hair, weighing it down and making it appear oily.


step 13

To finish, apply a minimal amount of hairspray from an arms length distance to the top, sides and back. Take care not to use too much or you will end up with a white, flaky residue which looks like dandruff.




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