15 Super-Hot Holiday Party Hairstyles

Accessorized: Short Hair

If your hair is shoulder-length or shorter, a headband like Keira Knightley’s looks sweet. Pin any loose ends in the back to create a short hair-friendly updo.

Accessorized: Long Hair

A rhinestone barrette like Lauren Conrad’s transforms long, loose hair from everyday to party-worthy.

Pompadour: Short Hair

Pink‘s rockabilly-inspired flip is a festive way to dress up a short haircut. To get her look, backcomb hair to add height, comb over to the side, and roll the ends under. Use bobby pins in a shade that matches your hair so they aren’t visible.

Pompadour: Bangs

If you have blunt bangs like Jessica Biel‘s, tease them to create volume, then flip them up and pin to create a pompadour shape. Pull the lengths of your hair back into a bun, slicking back the sides.

Party Ponytail: Shoulder Length Hair

A super sleek texture makes Emily Blunt’s pony look polished enough for the red carpet — or your next holiday soiree.

Party Ponytail: Long Hair

Wavy texture and plenty of height at the crown make Kate Hudson’s ponytail party-ready. Wrap a strand of hair around the elastic for a final, dressed up touch.

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10 No Blow Dryer-Required Hairstyles

Who wants to waste precious beach time doing their hair? Ditch the hot tools when the temperatures rise—these fun, easy styles make going from the pool to a party a total breeze!

Sleek Ponytail

If you’re in a total rush to get to an afternoon BBQ, slick it back into a ponytail! Use a fine-tooth comb to smooth wet hair straight back, and secure with a fun, neon hair tie. As it dries, twirl your 'tail around your finger to create natural, bouncy waves!

Double Topknots

Summer parties are the perfect excuse to have a little Miley moment! To get her famous double buns, part your hair down the middle and make two high ponytails. Twist each pony into two messy buns, and secure with elastics. The messier, the better!

Side Twist

This cool update to the side pony is so easy to do—it's even quicker than braiding! Pull your hair to one side and separate into two sections. Twist both sections the same direction as you wrap them around each other in the opposite direction.

Low-Key French Twist

No need to sweat it out in the bathroom to score this glam style. Let your hair dry in the sun, then apply gel from roots to tips to give it a wet look. Gather your hair at the nape of your neck and rake through your strands with your fingers, leaving bumps here and there for an undone look, and twist up. Tuck the ends in and set with bobby pins.

High Braid

To try this sporty style, pull all your hair as high up as it will go and secure into a ponytail with a clear elastic. Then, braid the ponytail—stick to a regular three-strand plait, or mix it up with a fishtail. Add a pop of color by piling on fun, retro scrunchies!

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5 Tips to protect your hair in winter

Winter means dry and rough hair. To prevent bad hair days during this season, we present five hair care tips on how to protect your tresses while travelling during colder temperatures, inside and out.

Avoid overheating: If you are travelling regularly, don't overdo it with styling. Over styling with heat-based tools such as flat irons and curling irons are common problems during winter. If you want to style, switch from using a flat iron to Velcro rollers to give hair smoothness and volume. Always remember, while styling, try to pick options that are less taxing on your hair. If you require a blow dryer or flat iron, try using it only once a week. It's the same with hairdryers, as the heat they generate to blow dry can damage hair. Use a cool air setting instead.

Don't raise the temperature: We know how tempting it is to indulge in a hot shower during winter, but it can be unfriendly to your locks! Washing hair in extremely hot water is damaging, so try moderate temperatures instead. If you really need to crank up the hot water dial, make sure you apply a deep conditioner in your hair and have a plastic cap on. Turn the dial back down when rinsing the conditioner out. If you wash your hair more often, try to use a non-sudsing shampoo to help protect hair against drying from frequent shampooing. If your hair is oily, using this type once a week will be good. If your hair is dry, then use a non-sudsing shampoo. Daily hair washing will dry out your locks, so wash it two to three times a week to leave in the natural oils.

Use a leave-in conditioner: Regular deep conditioning is a must this time of year, no matter what your hair type is. Coat hair with a deep conditioner, then fasten a shower cap or a plastic bag tightly over the hair, and sleep with it overnight. Rinse out in the morning. Putting hair in styles that keep it out of the way - like a ponytail or quick bun — while using a leave in conditioner for added protection will be helpful. And don't forget about your scalp, which can become irritated by winter. Avoid dry flaky scalp by getting hydrating and stimulating scalp treatments.

Safely secure your hair: A common way to secure hair when outside is with hair pieces. Secure your hair with bobby pins or elastic bands that do not contain metal components, as these pieces can cause breakage when they're removed because hair becomes tangled or wrapped around the metal. Opt for elastic bands wrapped only in fabric or small clear elastic bands which are perfect for the ends of a braid.

Protect your hair outside: Whenever you are stepping outside in the cold, keep your head/hair covered. If you're using a knit cap to cover your head, wrap a silk scarf on your hair first. This will provide a protective barrier from your hat and an extra layer against the elements. Use hats with a satin or silk lining wool, cotton and other fibers not only absorb moisture but also rub on the hair strands, which can be damaging. Hoods are also a great option.

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11 Tips for Voluminous, Healthy Hair

Even if you weren't born with fine hair, you might notice your ponytail looking leaner as you get older. Plump your locks with these easy pointers

Hair is the one part of our body most of us wish were a little fatter. And while some women are born with thin hair, many will develop it over time. "Usually, women have breakage or hair loss caused by chemical treatments or flatiron abuse, but a health condition like anemia or a thyroid problem can also be the culprit," says Francesca Fusco, M.D., an assistant clinical professor of dermatology at Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai School of Medicine. Other common causes include stress and hormonal shifts (women may shed hair for up to a year after having a baby). If you notice dramatic or unexplained hair loss, see your doctor. Everyone else: Try these simple mane-thickening moves!

Products and Treatments

Keep It Clean
The squeakier fine hair is, the better (and bigger) it will look. "Like your facial skin, scalp tissue holds a lot of bacteria, and when combined with oil, it can weigh down the hair and impede healthy growth from your follicles over time," says Elizabeth Cunnane Phillips, a trichologist at the Philip Kingsley Clinic in New York City. Shampoo daily with a clarifying formula. Try: L'Oreal Professionnel Volumetry shampoo ($23.50, at salons), which contains antibacterial, deep-cleansing salicylic acid. Chase with conditioner applied to the mid-shafts and ends only.

Do a Scalp Massage
Your scalp is the bedrock of your hair—keep it healthy, and your hair will grow in healthy, says Phillips. Once a week, swap your usual shampoo for one with mint or menthol, which is thought to help stimulate circulation, and massage it into your entire scalp (sides, nape, and crown) with the pads of your fingers for two minutes, then rinse. Try: Pantene Pro-V Weekly Deep Cleanse ($5, at drugstores), which contains mosa mint oil.

Deep-Treat
Being married to your flatiron or getting highlight-happy can put you on the fast track to thin hair. "High heat and chemical overload can weaken and dry out the hair, leading to breakage called trichorrhexis nodosa, and can put a strain on hair follicles and prevent healthy hair growth," says Fusco. Once a week, after shampooing, thoroughly rub a rich treatment mask into your scalp and hair, and rinse after three minutes. Try: Clear Scalp & Hair Deep Hydrating Treatment Mask ($5, at drugstores), which contains vitamins B5 and E and proteins to help strengthen hair over time, making it less likely to snap off.

Be Picky About Products
Thickening sprays and mousses are like puffer jackets: They give the illusion of bulk. "Both contain polymers that coat the hair and make it seem bigger," explains Phillips, who recommends a spray formula for straight hair, and a mousse to add definition to waves or curls. If using a spray, distribute it evenly through damp hair from roots to ends. Try: Rene Furterer Volumea volumizing conditioning spray ($26, at salons). For mousse, rake an egg-size dollop through damp hair, then style. Try: Garnier Fructis Style Sky-Hi Volume Mousse ($4.29, at drugstores).

Bring on the Hair Spray
It does more than simply lock your style in place. "Hair spray is very buildable, plus, you can brush it out as you go, and it gives hair this amazing thick, nonsticky feel with a little lift," says Benjamin Mohapi, a Los Angeles hairstylist. Try: Oribe Thick Dry Finishing Spray ($37, oribe.com), which has panthenol to swell the hair shaft as you spritz.

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