Textured bobs have taken over as one of the top hair trends of the season. And whether you’re new to this length or are looking for a new way to style your cut, you’ll want to brush up on these tips for styling a messy bob.
We will always love the smooth and sleek finish, but as we lean into more undone finishes the messier the better. Luckily, creating this finish is easier than it seems. After the right cut, all you need is the right tools and essential products to create that coveted texture, volume and flexibility that enhances the perfect messy bob.
Products & Tools Needed:
In addition to a cut that's tailored to your hair type, the right products and tools are essential to the finished look.
Must-Have Tools:
- Professional Ionic Blow Dryer: The Sam Villa Ionic Blow Dryer creates shine, volume and dries your hair faster!
- Large Thermal Styling Brush: Perfect for creating that extra volume needed for this look.
- Ionic Straightening Iron: The Sam Villa SLEEKR ® flat iron is perfect for adding wave and curls to your hair, while protecting it and adding shine!
Essential Styling Products:
- Redken Root Lifter Volumizing Spray: This creates a texture to the hair to achieve that choppy look.
- Redken Quick Blowout: Creates a smooth finish with plenty of shine while speeding up your blow dry and protecting from the heat.
- Redken Control Hairspray: Locks in your style for 24 hours of hold and anti-humidity protection.
- Redken Spray Wax: Creates tousled separation and body with a natural shine finish.
The Steps: Styling A Messy Bob
- Spray Root Lifter into the palm of your hand and comb the product through your hair with hands. This will add texture and hold.
- Use your Ionic Blow Dryer and Thermal Styling Brush to blow dry your hair making sure you stay in control by sectioning your hair. (Click here for the tutorial on sectioning, SO important). Don't worry about getting your hair perfectly beveled and straight. Remember we are going for messy, so all you need to do is make sure your hair is dry.
- Once you finish blow drying your hair, section the hair again like you did above and begin to curl the entire head with your flat iron. (click here to watch the video on how to create beach waves with a flat iron.)
- After the entire head is curled, run your fingers through your hair to separate the waves.
- Spritz the hair with Redken Spray Wax, and tousle the hair to create a windswept effect on your hair while adding more volume! You can even piece out parts of your hair to create a chunky look.
- Finish by spraying Redken Control Hairspray to lock in your style!
If you hair falls slightly flat, just shake your hair out with hands, this will refresh your hairstyle without the need for extra products.
Pro Tip: Before going to bed, spray your roots with dry shampoo! This will prolong your style by preventing excess oil or buildup throughout the night.
