Creating a sleek, sexy ponytail.
Holiday styles will be in demand the rest of the year, and a sleek ponytail is always a solid choice. Using Ashtae Products cleansing and styling products, artist Melanie Taylor @ms.uvcertified shares the steps for this classic, sophisticated look.
1. Shampoo thoroughly with Ashtae Clarifying Shampoo, an apple pectin shampoo that thoroughly cleanses the hair and prepares it for conditioners.
2. Shampoo with Ashtae Volumizing Detangling Shampoo, containing oatmeal protein to give the hair a fuller feel.
Creating a sleek, sexy ponytail.
3. Condition with Ashtae Silk Protein Conditioner or Heavenly Silk and Shine Conditioner.
Creating a sleek, sexy ponytail.
4. Apply Ashtae Moisture Plus Leave-in Conditioner.
Creating a sleek, sexy ponytail.
5. Detangle, trim, and section.
Creating a sleek, sexy ponytail.
6. Apply Ashtae Curl Wax to mold the ponytail into shape. Tie off this section with a rubber band before lightly diffusing with a blowdryer or diffuser.
Creating a sleek, sexy ponytail.
7. Repeat on the left and right sides, and join those two sections with the back section.
Creating a sleek, sexy ponytail.
Creating a sleek, sexy ponytail.
8. Apply Ashtae Heavenly Foam Lotion, and roller-set the top.
Creating a sleek, sexy ponytail.
9. Create volume using your preferred holding spray, and use bobby pins to pin the hair where you choose.
Creating a sleek, sexy ponytail.
Technique tip: Use Ashtae Lay & Stay Edge Control to create more sleek styles, such as this braided look.
Creating a sleek, sexy ponytail.
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