Halloween is almost here, and a fun hairstyle can instantly upgrade your costume. We’re bringing you 4 super easy DIY looks straight from our pro stylists and the products you need to achieve them. Whether you’re into pop culture or cute animals, we’ve got scary good options for whatever you’re feeling this year. Scroll down to see each look and its corresponding step-by-step.
BOLD BEETLEJUICE HAIR
This bouncy Beetlejuice look makes an entrance at any Halloween party—go green for added effect.
1. Section the front of the hair and using a 1” curling iron, curl the hair away from the face.
2. Roll each curled section into a barrel curl and secure with a small clip.
3. Spray a light layer of I Create Finish from the mid to end of the hair.
4. Repeat steps 1-3 all over your hair and let the curls set until the hair feels cool, then remove all of the clips.
5. Spritz I Create Shine throughout and break up the curls. Add green pieces to complete the look.
MEGA MERMAID WAVES
Try this pro stylist-approved method to create flowing waves worthy of a mermaid.
1. Prep your hair with Hair Love Prep Spray from mids to ends. Add 1-3 pumps of I Create Lift at the roots. Blow dry for added volume.
2. Start by sectioning the hair from the arches of your eyebrows to your crown in a horseshoe shape. Create a 3 strand braid and secure it with an elastic.
3. Create 4 sections with the remaining hair and secure each in a 3 strand braid. Taking your flat iron, gentle press all the way down each braided section, this will lock in the wave.
4. After you have let the braids cool, remove the rubber bands and shake out your hair and hand style to your preferred part. Spritz I Create Waves from mids to ends to define and add texture.
5. Taking varying sizes of sections, create random 3 strand braids and secure them with an elastic. These should not be perfect, the more variance the better.
6. Finish your look with seashell clips!
BARBIE APPROVED SWINGY PONYTAIL
Take a cue from Barbie and throw your strands up into a sleek, swingy high pony.
1. Prep your hair by layering I Create Hold and I Create Definition for a long lasting finish. Air dry or dry with a diffuser to create curls.
2. Apply 1-2 drops of I Create Shine from mids to ends to separate and soften curls. Start by taking a 2-inch section from the corner of the eye to above the ear on both sides of the head. Create small 3 strand braids or bubble braids, secure with an elastic.
3. Take the top half of your hair and create a ponytail at the top of your crown.
4. Split the pony in the middle (between the scalp and the elastic) and flip the ends through the split toward your forehead then over the elastic to the back of your head (ex: topsy tail). This will help to create more volume and hide the elastic.
5. Take both braids and criss cross them over the top ponytail securing with an elastic.
6. Finish by pulling soft pieces of hair around the face and add clips if desired!
CUTE TEDDY BEAR EARS
Trade your trusty cat costume for the cuuutest teddy bear ears—quick, easy, will win the night.
1. Apply 1-2 pumps of Refresh Dry Shampoo from scalp to mids of hair. Start by parting your hair down the center.
2. Take a section from the corner of your eye to the top of the head and begin to create a ponytail by wrapping hair in an elastic—but stop halfway through pulling to create a small loop with the ends hanging. The size of the loop will dictate the size of the ears. Repeat on the other side.
3. Taking the remaining ends, split them into 2 pieces. With your comb, slightly back comb the ends for texture.
4. Wrap the ends around the loop and secure with a bobby pin at the base of the elastic. Repeat on both sides
5. Detail by pulling and fluffing the buns until desired shape is achieved. Lock in the style by spritzing I Create Finish to help the style last all night.
6. Finish the look by awakening a dime- to nickel-size amount of Inner Peace Whipped Creme Texturizer in your palms. Scrunch and hand style remaining hair for added texture!
WEDNESDAY ADDAMS FAUX FRINGE
Bring a bang to your Halloween vibe with this transformational updo.
1. Prep your hair with Sweet Spirit to help lock in moisture and detangle. Layer in a dime- to nickel-size amount of I Create Volume for added density.
2. Take a small horseshoe shaped section from temple to temple and create a loose ponytail at the top of your head. Split the pony in the middle (between the scalp and the elastic) and flip the ends through the split toward your forehead (ex: topsy tail)
3. Taking the ends of the pony, curl or hand style to your preference to create a faux fringe.
4. Take the remaining hair and part down the center back. Create two 3 strand braids.
5. Wrap the first braid over the top of your head like a headband, secure with a bobby pin. Repeat with the second braid crossing over the first braid. Secure with another bobby pin.
6. Finish the look by pulling random loose pieces around the face. Spritz hair all over with I Create Finish to lock in your style.