Sure every pop star, rapper and rocker had a veritable army of professionals getting them red carpet ready, but that doesn't mean you can't get one of the best styles with your own two untrained hands, some key products, and a couple of hot tools. Here, two easy, cool-as-hell looks that you can D.I.Y. whenever, wherever—sans stylist.
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Bedhead Toolkit: Everything You Need
Garnier Fructis Full & Plush Root Amp Lifting Spray Mousse ($4.29 MSRP, garnierusa.com) and Garnier Fructis Sheer Set Breathable Hairspray ($5.99 MSRP, fructissheerset.com).
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Step 1: Build More Body
Jeff Allen
Form a deep side part with your fingers, then use a wide tooth comb to lift the center section at the hairline up a couple of inches. Spritz the section liberally with Garnier Fructis Root Amp Lifting Spray Mousse, and set it with a blast of warm air from the blow-dryer.
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Step 2: Twirl and Curl
Jeff Allen
Holding a 1½" curling iron vertically, loosely wrap large sections of hair around the barrel. Make sure to alternate the direction when wrapping each curl around (some strands should go towards the face; the rest should go the other way).
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Step 3: Spritz to Set
Jeff Allen
Gently run your fingers through your hair to break up the waves. Finish with an all-over misting of Garnier Fructis Sheer Set Breathable Hairspray to ensure that voluminous, tousled texture lasts all night long.
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Final Look: Bodacious Bedhead
Jeff Allen
This quick and sexy 'do is versatile enough to work anywhere—from the office to your favorite after-hours spot.
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Ponytail Toolkit: Everything You Need
Garnier Fructis Sleek & Shine Flat Iron Perfector Straightening Mist ($4.29 MSRP, garnierusa.com) and Garnier Fructis Sheer Set Breathable Hairspray ($5.99 MSRP, fructissheerset.com).
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Step 1: Spritz Your Strands
Jeff Allen
Prep freshly blow-dried hair with Garnier Fructis Flat Iron Perfector Straightening Mist, then immediately pass the flat iron from roots to tips to seal in the sleekness.
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Step 2: Brush and Gather
Jeff Allen
Use a boar bristle paddle brush to smooth everything from the hairline to just beneath the crown before securing your ponytail with a snag-proof elastic.
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Step 3: Wrap and Set
Jeff Allen
Separate a small section of the pony, and then wrap it around the elastic and pin it directly underneath. A light all-over mist of Garnier Fructis Sheer Set Breathable Hairspray sets the slick style.