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Work Styles

By Essence · Updated October 30, 2020
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Cream of the Crop

From the traditional bob to a short sassy do, stay current with classic styles that resemble a modern twist.

By Crystal I. Cunningham

Cream of the Crop
Look boardroom ready with this trendy honey highlighted crop. To maintain this sleek subtle hue, add a dab of John Frieda Luminous Color Glaze Clear Shine for optimum shine

Work Styles
Adam Olszenwski
02
Super Natural

Keep these fabulous locs looking stylish and chic with Tresemme Tres Two Hair Spray Ultra Fine Mist.

Work Styles
Matthew Jordan Smith
03
All Tressed to Go

Add luscious layers and a bevy of whimsical curls to update your look. Soft subtle curls look great by using a bodifying conditioner like L’Oreal Professional Volume Extreme Conditioner to give you more bounce.

Work Styles
Adam Olszenwski
04
Short and Sweet

Demure and simply oh so sweet, this cute short do is perfect for the office and should be maintained by roller setting the hair with Olive Oil Wrap and Set Mousse, then style as desired.

Work Styles
Carlo Dalla Chiesa
05
Smooth Control

Why not add choppy layers and definition to the classic bob? Look lean and clean with light layers and undeniable shine by applying Garnier Fructis Sleek and Shine Weightless Anti-frizz Serum before you blow-dry.

Work Styles
Carlo Dalla Chiesa
06
Twist and Turn

Why not turn heads in the office with this ultimate updo? To keep your locs ultra shiny, use Nubian Heritage Daily Moisture Mist to prevent dryness.

Work Styles
Fabrice Trombert
07
Mane Attraction

Look like a star with hair that simply speaks volumes. Pump up the volume and maintain sleekness by using Ojon Hydrating Thickening Spray to restore moisture and lift up the hair.

Work Styles
Ondrea Barbe
08
Beautiful Bob

Layer your bob and add a bang to optimize your professional look. To maintain these soft strands and eliminate the frizz, use Ion Smoothing Shampoo Anti-Frizz Solutions to maintain healthy strands.

Work Styles
Adam Olszenwski
09
Flip Mode

Look grown and sexy with hair that can easily transition from the office straight to cocktail hour. To hold curls in place, use Silk Elements Styling Spritz for a firm hold and to enhance shine.

Work Styles
Ondrea Barbe
10
Go Curl

Put a sophisticated edge on your natural do by incorporating tiny spiral curls with a small barrel curling iron. To keep this look fresh and tight, use a deep-conditioning moisturizing treatment like ThermaSilk Moisture Infusing Conditioner for strengthening.

Work Styles
Adam Olszenwski
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Fresh Bob

Edgy and sophisticated, this razor sharp crop looks fantastic for the office. To maintain these soft strands, use Motions Neutralizing Shampoo to strengthen hair and restore essential oils.

Work Styles
J.L. Clark