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Haley kept her dark tresses looking great at the American Idol Top 12 Finalists’ Party with the help of this great style. To create these soft waves, long shaped layers were cut around her top and sides. This style will work best on medium to thick hair types.
1: Apply Moisturizer
Apply a small amount of moisturizer to the palm of your hand and distribute it evenly through the mid-lengths and the ends. Moisturizer will help your hair to maintain good condition and protect your strands from heat as you style.
2: Apply Mousse
Apply styling mousse to damp hair, using your palm as a measuring guide, and evenly distribute it along the hair shaft. Styling mousse will add hold and can help achieve better results.
3: Comb Your Hair
Comb your hair into the desired direction that you require for styling.
4: Flip Your Head And Use A Diffuser And Your Fingers
Tip your head upside down and move the diffuser up to the ends, motioning the diffuser to the scalp in circular movements. Make sure the blow-dryer speed is on low and try not to completely dry the hair off. Leaving a little bit of moisture will allow the hair to dry naturally.
5: Use A Headband
Securely apply a headband to your head to achieve this style.
6: Scrunch The Hair Using Gel And Your Fingers
Apply your gel to the ends of your hair and then lightly pinch and scrunch the hair before allowing your gel to set.
7: Apply Hairspray
To finish, apply a minimal amount of hairspray from an arms length distance to the top, sides and back. Take care not to use too much or you will end up with a white, flaky residue which looks like dandruff.
TIP: Flip your head upside down and scrunch your hair for extra volume