• Celebrity
    • Celebrity News
    • ‘Yes, Girl!’ Podcast
    • Entertainment
    • Black Women in Music
    • Black Celeb Couples
    • Celebrity Moms
    • Red Carpet
  • Fashion
    • Fashion News
    • Street Style
    • Accessories
    • Fashion House
    • Fashion Week
  • Beauty
    • Beauty News
    • Skin
    • Makeup
    • Color Files Podcast
    • Nails
    • How-To
    • Beauty Carnival-Archive
    • Dope Stuff On My Desk
    • Girls United: Beautiful Possibilities
  • Hair
    • Hair News
    • Natural
    • Relaxed
    • Transitioning
    • Weaves
    • 4C
    • Spring Hair And Beauty
  • Love
    • Love & Sex
    • The Solve Podcast
    • Weddings
    • Parenting
    • Relationships
  • Lifestyle
    • Lifestyle News
    • Coronavirus: Everything You Need to Know
    • Health & Wellness
    • Holiday Gift Guide 2020
    • Unbossed Podcast
    • ESSENCE Eats
    • Money & Career
    • Entrepreneurship
    • Travel
    • Food & Drink
    • Black Travel Guide
    • Currency Conversations
    • Your legacy1
  • News
    • BLACK VOTES MATTER
    • Latest News
    • Raise Your Voice
    • Culture
    • Politics
  • Videos
  • Events
    • WELLNESS HOUSE: YEAR OF RENEWAL
    • LEVEL UP: Entrepreneur Summit (DEC 2020)
    • Power Tools
    • SHE GOT NOW
    • Girls United Summit
    • Making Moves Now: Virtual Bootcamp
    • #EF SESSIONS
    • Dear Black Men
    • Cares Act
    • News & Announcements
  • Festival
  • Subscribe
  • Essence Studios
  • Girls United
  • NaturallyCurly
  • Shop Essence

Follow Us

Skip to content
  • Essence Studios
  • Girls United
  • NaturallyCurly
  • Shop Essence
  • Celebrity
    • Celebrity
    • Celebrity News
    • ‘Yes, Girl!’ Podcast
    • Entertainment
    • Black Women in Music
    • Black Celeb Couples
    • Celebrity Moms
    • Red Carpet
  • Fashion
    • Fashion
    • Fashion News
    • Street Style
    • Accessories
    • Fashion House
    • Fashion Week
  • Beauty
    • Beauty
    • Skin
    • Makeup
    • Color Files Podcast
    • Nails
    • How-To
    • AVEENO® Skin Health Startup Accelerator
    • Beauty Carnival-Archive
    • Dope Stuff On My Desk
    • Girls United: Beautiful Possibilities
    • Beauty News
  • Hair
    • Hair
    • Hair News
    • Natural
    • Relaxed
    • Transitioning
    • Weaves
    • 4C
    • Spring Hair And Beauty
  • Love
    • Love
    • Love & Sex News
    • The Solve Podcast
    • Weddings
    • Parenting
    • Relationships
  • Lifestyle
    • Lifestyle
    • Coronavirus: Everything You Need to Know
    • Health & Wellness
    • Lifestyle News
    • Holiday Gift Guide 2020
    • Netflix’s Jingle Jangle Gift Guide
    • Unbossed Podcast
    • ESSENCE Eats
    • Money & Career
    • Entrepreneurship
    • Travel
    • Food & Drink
    • Black Travel Guide
    • Currency Conversations
    • Your Legacy
  • News
    • News
    • BLACK VOTES MATTER
    • Essence 50th Anniversary
    • Latest News
    • Raise Your Voice
    • Culture
    • Politics
  • Videos
  • Events
    • Events
    • WELLNESS HOUSE: YEAR OF RENEWAL
    • LEVEL UP: Entrepreneur Summit (DEC 2020)
    • Power Tools
    • SHE GOT NOW
    • Girls United Summit
    • Making Moves Now: Virtual Bootcamp
    • #EF SESSIONS
    • Dear Black Men
    • Cares Act
    • News & Announcements
  • Festival
  • Subscribe
Home · News

Holiday Hair with Ted Gibson

Celeb hairstylist Ted Gibson has a deeply rooted philosophy that beauty is individual. This holiday we head to the Ted Gibson Salon in New York to get the scoop on the latest up-dos and styles for this festive season. By Qianna Smith
By · November 21, 2008October 29, 2020
01
From Zero to Red Carpet Hero

Ted Gibson has a deeply rooted philosophy that beauty is individual. “There is nothing I enjoy more than giving a client a makeover in my salon."

Jennifer Cooper
02
Gibson Girl

ESSENCE.com visited Gibson’s Fifth Avenue salon in NYC to watch him work his holiday magic on former “America’s Next Top Model” finalist Eugena Washington.

Jennifer Cooper
03
Get the Look

Gibson prepped Eugena’s tresses with his Tame It Shine Lotion ($31, sephora.com) to combat frizz and add shine. We love this product because it gives locks a silky smooth texture.

Jennifer Cooper
04
Cute Cut

“It is all about the haircut. Whether your hair is weaved, short or natural, it’s all about making a statement this season. It’s all about the cut,” says Gibson.

Jennifer Cooper
05
Man at Work

According to Gibson, one of the biggest Black hair myths is that the scalp should be oily or greasy. “Hair must be able to move!" he said.

Jennifer Cooper
06
Hair Made Easy

Gibson applied his Goodnite Replenish Hair Repair Serum to Eugena’s distressed locks. “If you wear a weave, it’s great for preventing or repairing hairline breakage,” says Gibson.

Jennifer Cooper
07
Almost Party Perfect

Gibson used a curling iron throughout the entire lower section of Eugena’s hair to create loose curls; then, he pulled apart the hair with his fingers for a soft, natural look.

Jennifer Cooper
08
Parting Ways

Go for glam this holiday season, insists Gibson, who created a side part for a sophisticated finish for Eugena’s curly, wavy hair.

Jennifer Cooper
09
Luscious Locks

We love the way Gibson creates gorgeous, shimmering hair. “Gabrielle Union, Angelina Jolie, Demi Moore, Joy Bryant are just a few of my girls who make my life so much fun. Big sexy hair is what put me on the map. Being able to bring out a woman’s most beautiful features makes it all worthwhile for me.”

Bold & Beautiful
Peacock earrings, $6,140, Carolyn Rodney, carolynrodney.com.

Jennifer Cooper
10
Beautiful Bangs

Gibson added a detachable bang to Eugena’s mane for a flirty, fun look. Try Sensationnel Instant Weave Plus Removeable Bang ($24.95, goldenmartbeautysupply.com).

Jennifer Cooper
11
Up, Up & Away

This glam updo will dazzle any holiday party! To create the look at home, you’ll need an elastic band, a natural bristle brush, pins, hairspray and a hairpiece to create volume at the crown.

Jennifer Cooper
12
Bedazzle

To make this updo sparkle, Gibson suggests going for a jeweled headband or jeweled barrette.

Jennifer Cooper
13
Glamour Girl

Eugena looks holiday party-ready with her darling updo and gorgeous green cocktail dress ($1,750, available through special order at InaSoltani.com)!

Jennifer Cooper
14
Tousled to Perfection

Using a 1 1/2 inch curling iron, Gibson curled the top sections of Eugena’s hair from the temple up. For the lower section, he used a 1-inch iron. The different-sized curls keep the body of your mane looking natural.

Jennifer Cooper
15
Chic & Sleek

Gibson pinned Eugena’s long locks up for an illusion of a haute new holiday do.

Jennifer Cooper
16
It’s a Wrap

Gibson puts a smile on every woman’s face. For more information on the Ted Gibson Salon or the Ted Gibson Hair Care Line, visit TedGibsonSalon.com.

Jennifer Cooper

Read More

News
Tens of Thousands of Jackson, Mississippi Residents Still Wi...
Awards & Events
Daniel Kaluuya Says He Learned Self-Love From Portraying Fre...
News
Celebrities Are Expressing Support For LGBTQIA+ Equality In ...
Entrepreneurship
Honoring Black Women's Day: The Rise of Black Women Entrepre...
Money & Career
The Build Your Legacy Contest For Black Women Entrepreneurs ...
COMPANY INFORMATION
  • Our Company
  • Customer Service
  • Essence Ventures
  • Change Your Address
  • Contact Us
  • Job Opportunities
  • Internships
  • Media Kit
  • tag
SUBSCRIBE
  • Newsletters
  • Give a Gift of ESSENCE
  • Magazine Tablet Edition
FOLLOW US
MORE ON ESSENCE
  • Home
  • Love
  • Celebrity
  • Beauty
  • Hair
  • Fashion
  • ESSENCE festival

ESSENCE.com is part of ESSENCE Communications, Inc.

Essence may receive compensation for some links to products and services on this website. Offers may be subject to change without notice.

©2021 ESSENCE Communications Inc. All Rights Reserved. | Privacy Policy | Terms of Use | Essence.com Advertising Terms

Get The ESSENCE Newsletter and
Special Offers delivered to your inbox

By clicking Sign Up, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.

Get The ESSENCE Magazine
by subscribing below
subscribe now