3 Simple Holiday Party Hair Tutorials

HOW TO

We've found some simple and customizable hair looks that can take you from a Christmas lunch to an all-night yuletide bash.

This is the season to feel overwhelmed. Between hunting for the perfect gift, squeezing in time to visit with family and friends, and (some would argue most importantly) curating a tasty menu, your holiday party hairstyle might not be the first thing on your list to plan out.

So that's why we've found some simple and customizable looks that can easily take you from a festive lunch to an all-night yuletide bash.

Half-up, half-down (with a twist)

Prep by creating loose waves: use OI All In One Milk and This is a Volume Boosting Mousse on damp hair before drying and curling. Style the roots and pony with This is a Dry Texturizer and This is a Texturizing Dust.

The tiered ponytail

To create "mermaid waves", prep your hair with OI All In One Milk and This is a Volume Boosting Mousse. Once the waves have set, apply This is a Texturizing Dust lightly to the roots, and add to the ponytail for a tousled, textured style.⁣

Crown braid with a bun

For a chic low bun (that's surprisingly simple to achieve), start by prepping the hair with This is a Volume Boosting Mousse. Style with This is a Dry Texturizer and finish with This is a Medium Hairspray for hold.

by Lauren Hannel, staff contributor