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Updos

Updos
By Essence · Updated October 30, 2020
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Bundle of Joy

Start with a small center part, then brush hair back into a high ponytail. Smooth it out with Sebastian Grease Hair Pomade.

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Carlo Dalla Chiesa
02
Clean Sweep

A side-swept bang adds drama to this elegant updo. For sleekness and shine add Redken Glass 01 Smoothing Serum.

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Roberto Ligresti
03
On a Roll

Rev up your everyday look with a chic French roll created with Goody Ouchless Snagless Styling Pins.

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Suza Scalora
04
On the Side

Curls give this mohawk a girly edge. Pantene Relaxed & Natural Intensive Oil Sheen Spray adds polish and shine.

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Haitem
05
Big Bang Theory

To get this retro look, hair is roller-set for smoothness and control. Kerastase Double Force Multi-Protective Spray keeps strands in place.

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Alex Beauchesrie
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Twist and Roll

Place one ponytail at the nape of the neck and another closer to the top of the head. Twirl the two together until they naturally form a figure eight. Between salon sessions, strengthen strands with Pantene Breakage Defense Deep Conditioning Mask.

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Haitem
07
Get Up

Reinvent the updo with a stylish shape. Mold the top portion by finger-combing and spraying with Paul Labreque Volume Finish.

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Tim Peterson
08
Big Tease

A sculpted updo can save relaxed hair from flopping in the humidity. Control frizz and flyaways with Ouidad Tress Fx Lightweight Styling Gel.

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Haitem
09
Back Up

A beautiful headband and soft ringlets are the key to this glamorous style. Carol’s Daughter Hair Milk adds moisture, shine and bounce.

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Suza Scalora
10
Roll Call

Romantic curls take your bun to the next level. Try KeraCare Oil sheen with Humidity Block for lasting luster.

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Carlo Dalla Chiesa