Styling

Pin-Free Updo From Alterna's Michael Shaun Corby

November 9, 2010·1 min read

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Looking for a quick and easy way to add a little sparkle to your client’s hair? Try this pin-free updo from Alterna Global Creative Director Michael Shaun Corby. Using elastic bands and Alterna Glitterati Shine & Define Balm and Glitterati Shimmer Spray, MSC whips up this gorgeous ‘do in a jiffy. (more…)
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    Apply a small amount of Glitterati Shine & Define Balm from mid-shaft to the ends of the hair.
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    Section hair from lobe and base balance points to create three rainbow-shaped sections.
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    Take three elastic bands and combine them to make one triple band.
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    Using elastic bands, connect two double bands to make three equal ponytails with tight elastic in between and continue into the nape.

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    Pull the middle and ends of the hair under the bands to secure and make "bow-like" shapes.
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    Continue to do this will all three pony sections.
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    Cover the pony base using a small amount of the ponytail hair and wrap around the base.
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    Smooth down any stray hairs and complete the style with Glitterati Shimmer Spray.
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