Red Hot Hairstyles at the 2018 Billboard Music Awards
Who Slayed at The Billboard Music Awards?
The Billboard Music Awards are always an event celebrities, and fans look forward to. We still get to see our favorite stars walking the red carpet in some of the flyest fashions. I have to be honest and say a lot of us also love seeing what hairstyles our favorites are rocking because most of us go straight to our hair beauty supply store the next day trying to replicate that same hairstyle. Tell me who’s hair you loved most this year at the Billboard Music Awards? Who’s look will you try to duplicate this upcoming weekend? For me, there were so many that slayed the Billboard Music Awards red carpet that I honestly can’t choose just one. Since I can’t, I am going to share with you some of the hottest hairstyles that were on the red carpet for this year's Billboard Music Awards and let me know, in the comment section, what style you like best. So you know what to do! Go ahead and press play on your Kelly Clarkson playlist and let's get started.Kelly Clarkson
Can we talk about how amazing Kelly Clarkson was this year as the Billboard Music Awards host? She was 100% real and did an excellent job to not be, in her own words, an actor or comedian. She has an impressive career up to this point and being an American Idol alum has placed her in American history forever. This year she just kept it simple by keeping her roots dark while the rest of her hair was blonde. I want to share with you how to “smudge” or ombre your hair just like hers. Let's get started! This style can last you up to six to eight washes.Supplies
- Nice & Easy #75
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
Step #1
Start with clean hairStep #2
Comb through the hair to remove tanglesStep #3
Part hair in the centerStep #4
Open the colorStep #5
If you color the entire head start at the ends of your hair and move up toward rootsStep #6
Use vaseline or a moisturizer around the perimeter of your hairlineStep #7
Place towel around shouldersStep #8
Put on your glovesStep #9
Mix the color and apply the color to the rootsStep #10
Comb through the hairStep #11
Apply color to the area (on each side) from the stopping point of your roots and down about an inchStep #12
Comb through the hair and move the dye down about ½ inch to blend wellStep #13
Watch placement of color to make sure it doesn’t transfer to other area of hairStep #14
Apply cap for about 20-30 minutesStep #15
Rinse the color outStep #16
Style hair as desired This is one of the easiest ways to get the look you want without making it permanent.Dua Lipa
Dua Lipa is an English singer and model is a rising star in the music industry. Her hairstyle was clean and sleek with a little bit of edge at the Billboard Music Awards. Dua's hair still has a slight edge to it but still is sophisticated. Her elegant bob is exquisite, and I want to help you get the same look. Grab your supplies and get ready to create this look on yourself.Quick Weave with Leave Out
Supplies
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Comb
- Brush
- Private Label Extensions
- Weave molding gel
- Wonder wrap
- Blow-dryer
- Flatiron
- Edge control
- Argan oil
- Stocking cap
- Scissors
Step #1
Shampoo and condition your hairStep #2
Leave hair dampStep #3
Comb or brush through the hair to remove any tanglesStep #4
Part the hair where you want you natural part to beStep #5
Braid your leave out to style laterStep #6
Apply Salon Pro 30-Second Weave Molding Gel to your hair (not the braided section)Step #7
Comb through hair with a wide-tooth comb to smooth hair downStep #8
Blow-dry hairStep #9
Keep hair smooth as it dries to ensure it stays as flat as possibleStep #10
Apply a small amount of wonder wrap onto an applicator brushStep #11
Apply the wrap to the entire head avoiding the braided section.Step #12
Use the blow dryer or sit under a hooded dryer until the wrap is dryStep #13
Put a stocking cap on, once the hair is dry, by pulling the edge past your hairlineStep #14
Use a white pencil to outline your leave outStep #15
Measure your extension and apply your hair glue to the weftStep #16
Pull the stocking cap down in the back and allow the thicker band to hang lowerStep #17
Apply the first extension at the nape of your head from edge to edgeStep #18
Smooth the weft down with your fingerStep #19
Grab your blow dryer and run it across the weftStep #20
Continue applying your wefts as you go up the headStep #21
Apply them from hairline to hairline, not at the edge of the stocking capStep #22
To show off your edges measure your extensions from the edge of the hairline and then slide them back about a ¼ inchStep #23
At the top of your head, glue your tracks in from front to backStep #24
Glue your wefts in by placing them along the white line on your cap.Step #25
Make sure your tracks are dryStep #26
Cut off the excess part of the stocking cap from around your head and leave outStep #27
Apply oil to the hairStep #28
Use your flat iron to smooth your natural hairStep #29
Fleek your edges with edge controlQuick weave without leave-out and invisible part
Supplies
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Comb
- Brush
- Private Label Extensions
- Weave molding gel
- Wonder wrap
- Blow-dryer
- Flatiron
- Edge control
- Argan oil
- Stocking cap
- Scissors
- Gorilla Snot
The Steps
Step #1
After you shampoo and condition your hair leave it dampStep #2
Comb through your hair with a comb and keep it smoothStep #3
Apply molding gel to your entire headStep #4
Mold down your hair parting your hair where you want your invisible partStep #5
Blow dry your hair with a blow dryer or use strips to keep your hair smoothStep #6
To make sure your part is clean mold down your hair parting your hair where you want your invisible partStep #7
Apply wonder wrap to an applicator brushStep #8
Apply it all over your headStep #9
Sit under the dryer or use a blow dryer to dry your hairStep #10
Once your hair is dry put on a stocking cap by pulling the thicker edge of the stocking cap past your hairlineStep #11
Use a white pencil to mark the place where your part will beStep #12
Apply gorilla snot to the left side o your hairlineStep #13
Pull your stocking cap to the edge of your hairline and press gently to secure it in placeStep #14
Use your blow dryer to dry the areaStep #15
Repeat this step on the opposite sideStep #16
Do not cut the band off the front of the stocking cap until your hair is completely dryStep #17
Apply the first extension at the nape of your head from edge to edgeStep #18
Smooth the weft down with your fingerStep #19
Grab your blow dryer and run it across the weftStep #20
Continue applying your wefts as you go up the headStep #21
Apply them from hairline to hairline not at the edge of the stocking capStep #22
Once you get to the top of the head cut off the excess stocking capStep #23
Cut small tic-tac size wefts to start creating your invisible partsStep #24
Start at the edge of your hairline and glue the remaining part of your stocking cap down alongside your partStep #25
Move up the part with your small wefts and make your sizes a bit bigger to cover the weft below itStep #26
Stop midway and apply your closure to make it look realistic as possibleStep #27
Complete the look by finishing applying small weftsStep #28
Use your flat iron to smooth your natural hairStep #29
Fleek your edges with edge controlQuick Weave with A Braided Foundation
Neat and flat foundation braids are crucial to having a perfect bob! Here’s how to create one with the steps below:The Steps
Step #1
Cornrow your hair straight backStep #2
Separate hair into three sectionsStep #3
Add synthetic hair to each braid to make your braids last longerStep #4
Continue braiding your hair neatly and make your braids smallStep #5
Put your stocking cap onStep #6
Glue your extensions at the nap the same way as you would with a quick weaveStep #7
At the midsection of your head and crown glue your extensions in a circular motionStep #8
Leave enough space to install your closure.DIY Closure
The Steps
Step #1
Cut a weft about an inch longStep #2
Apply glue to your track and allow it to dry about 10 secondsStep #3
Roll the weft and create a tight rollStep #4
Attach a clip or t-pin through the wefts to keep them togetherStep #5
All it to dry for about five to ten minutesStep #6
Once the closure is dry, fan the hair out around the weftsStep #7
Use your flat iron (on low temperature) and press the roll between itJanet Jackson
Ms. Jackson is a legend and an icon! There is just no denying! What’s your favorite song by her? My favorites are “If” and “Pleasure Principle.” While she graces us on the Billboard Music Awards red carpet and during her performance with the fly half- up /half- down look. Let's get started!Half-up/Half-down with a ponytail
Supplies
- Clip-in ponytail or extensions
- Eco-Style Gel
- Elastics
- Oil
- Bobby pins
- Brush
- Comb
The Steps
Step #1
Start with clean hairStep #2
Blow dry your hairStep #3
Part your hair from ear to earStep #4
Apply eco-style gel to your hair to help it stay smoothStep #5
Pull this portion up to keep it out of the wayStep #6
Pull the back portion up and apply eco-style gel to itStep #7
Brush it smooth and create your ponytail right under the top oneStep #8
Take your extensions and pin the end of the weft in place on the top ponytailStep #9
Wrap the extensions around the base of the ponytailStep #10
Pin the extensions in place, so they don’t slideStep #11
Wrap your extensions into a neat bun and use an elastic to keep it neatStep #12
Repeat this step on the bottom ponytailStep #13
To help the look seem seamless take a small section of hair from the bottom ponytail and wrap it around the base of your top ponytailStep #14
Grab your hair and put it into a ponytail using one of your elastics. Now, you can braid the ponytail and leave it out. Demi Lovato Demi keeps getting it right! Her hair is gorgeous and when she pulls her hair back slick it's amazing! She's not sorry and neither am I. Slicked Back Wet LookSupplies
Spray bottle filled with waterThe Steps
Step #1
Start with wet hair or saturate dry hair with waterStep #2
Brush hair backStep #3
Apply Aveda styling foamStep #4
Apply oil to lock in the shineStep #5
Apply a pomade to keep the hair in placeEn Vogue
En Vogue is a crown jewel of the music industry. They have been on the scene for over 20 years and still look amazing. Check out my take on their hairstyles they wore as they walked the Billboard Music Awards red carpet. Rhonna killed it with her bob. Check out how to recreate her look by scrolling up to the top of the article. Terri Ellis wore a bomb ponytail to the Billboard Music Awards. She makes it look so easy, and I'm helping you create it for yourself.How to Create the Sleek Ponytail
The sleek ponytail is quick to create but can be switched up to make it more modern and still look effortless. It’s a great style when you don’t have a lot of time to get ready, but you want to look put together. To make sure you style your ponytail correctly, I am going to break down the styling options based on your hair type. So, let's get to styling! You can add in clip-in extensions to add volume and length if desired. Fine hair or thin hair can look cute in a ponytail! I’m going to share with you tips on how to make them look sleek and fuller!Supplies
- Fine-toothed comb
- Spray bottle with water
- Elastic
- Bristle brush
- Spray gel
Step #1
Shampoo and condition your hairStep #2
Blow dry, or air dry your hair (make sure you use a heat protectant)Step #3
Wet the hair around the perimeter to help smooth hairStep #4
Use your brush to brush out the hair around the edge of the hairlineStep #5
Use an ouchless elastic to gather all the hair into a high ponytail to give the illusion of more fullness Here are some great hacks to try to take your ponytail to the next level if you have thin/fine hair:- Use eyeshadow, around your hairline, that matches your roots and shade in the areas that look thin
- Try a curling wand to add waves to your hair. Using a wand adds volume to the style.
- Switch up the side of the part. It gives the appearance of more fullness because of the switch up.
Supplies
- Organix argan oil
- PLE Edge control
- Boar’s hairbrush
- Wide-toothed combs
The Steps
Step #1
Apply a quarter-sized amount of argan oil to your scalpStep #2
Comb through the hair to remove tangles and distribute oilStep #3
Apply some eco-style gelStep #4
Use edge control to smooth your edgesStep #5
Brush hair with a boar’s hairStep #6
Brush the edges smooth to spread the product evenly Your hair is good to go! Keep those stray hairs down with a few bobby pins or apply a small amount of hair gel. Natural hair is not hard to get smooth. It takes some preparation, but I must admit, I love the look of natural hair styled into ponytails.Supplies
Organix coconut shampoo and conditioner Leave-in conditioner Wide-toothed comb Hair clips Spray bottle with water Elastic Boar’s brush Eco-style gel Scarf Clip-ins Faux ponytailThe Steps
If your hair is natural here’s how to get your ponytail smooth and sleek:Step #1
Shampoo your hairStep #2
Apply a leave-in conditionerStep #3
Part hair into four sectionsStep #4
Detangle hair with a wide-toothed combStep #5
Spray hair with water to make it easier to styleStep #6
Brush through each section and clip upStep #7
Remove clips and create a part (if desired) for your ponytailStep #8
Brush your hair smooth around the parted area or your hairlineStep #9
Use eco-style gel to help you get the final smooth look by applying to hairline and crown of hairStep #10
Brush your hair smooth until it looks how you want it to lookStep #11
Use a fabric covered elastic to secure the ponytailStep #12
Tie down the hair with a scarf (I like to leave mine on overnight but leave on for at least an hour)Step #13
Remove your scarf and use your edge control to smooth down your edgesStep #14
Remove your elastic band and tighten up your ponytailStep #15
Spray a little bit of water to the ends to revive your natural curls Note: You can also add a faux ponytail or clip-ins if you want a fuller or longer ponytail I suggest you style it the night before to make sure it stays sleek. Cindy, of En Vogue, kept her style slicked back and classic. To create her look scroll back up to the how-to for Demi Lovato.Ciara
Mrs. Wilson if you didn't know, showed up and showed out at the Billboard Music Awards. She is showing us how to rock motherhood, career, marriage, and philanthropy without losing yourself in the process. Check out how to get full and gorgeous curls like hers below: Sew-in techniques to get Ciara's look are below:Supplies
- A rat tail comb to create neat parts
- A wide tooth comb to comb hair neatly
- Oil for scalp
- Black Nylon Thread
- Small Rubber Bands
- Hook Needle
- Duckbill Clips
- Weaving Net
- Three bundles of hair (shampooed, deep-conditioned, and dried)
- 1 Pack of Synthetic Braid Hair (optional)
Partial Sew-in
A partial sew-in is perfect if you want flexibility in styling your hair in different ways. You can get a lot of wear out of your partial sew-in. Refer to the Prep Your Hair section above before beginning your install. You want to make sure you protect your natural hair to prevent damage.The Steps
Step #1
Leave some hair out around the entire perimeter of your headStep #2
Braid this hair, so it doesn’t get mixed in with your foundation braidsStep #3
Braid your leave outStep #4
Braid the very back braid across the back of your nape area. This braid will make sure your back braids are secure.Step #5
Take the ends of your braids and lay them in between the partsStep #6
Sew each braid in the same as you would for the full sew-in Once you finish the braiding the rest of your hair in either a beehive pattern or straight back (this is your choice), prepare your weaving net. While keeping your net flat and neat, make sure you cover the entire head with the net. Begin sewing your net on the side of your deep part. Stitch the top of the net, next will be the sides, and the back is last. While you’re sewing your net to the braided foundation making sure you avoid braiding it to your perimeter and center braids because this is your leave out. At the back, stretch your weaving net first and then sew the net to your braid to reduce buckling.The Steps
Step #1
Trim the excess net offStep #2
Begin sewing your bundles in until you get to the top using the fold-over methodStep #3
Braid leave out to keep out of way as you style the rest of your hairStep #4
Brush hair to remove tanglesStep #5
Section hair into four sections and clip them upStep #6
Remove the clip of one sectionStep #7
Put wand curler to 450 degreesStep #8
Wand curl small sections backwardStep #9
Hold on wand for about 5 seconds to get a tight curlStep #10
Repeat the above steps for the back and midsectionStep #11
Curl the crown and front tighterStep #12
Decrease the temperature on your curling wand (your natural hair cannot stand that heat)Step #13
Unbraid the leave outStep #14
Curl it in small sectionsStep #15
Take a wide-toothed comb and comb your curls out to give them volumeStep #16
Take your edge control and sleek your edges You are ready to kill it no matter what room you walk in!Blair Imani
Blair Imani showed everyone at the Billboard Music Awards that you don't have to have a full head of hair to give us hair goals! As an activist and founder of Equality for Her, she celebrates diversity and inclusion. If you are thinking about the big chop, she shows you how to rock your look with confidence. Reasons women rock a bald look can vary. A few reasons may be the following:- Patchiness/hair loss
- Damage/breakage
- Desire for a change
- Thinning hair
- Encourage growth
- Loreal Elvive Conditioner
- Curl creme
- Argan oil
- Silk scarf
- Denman brush
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