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 ClarksonCan 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
Step #1Start with clean hairStep #2Comb through the hair to remove tanglesStep #3Part hair in the centerStep #4Open the colorStep #5If you color the entire head start at the ends of your hair and move up toward rootsStep #6Use vaseline or a moisturizer around the perimeter of your hairlineStep #7Place towel around shouldersStep #8Put on your glovesStep #9Mix the color and apply the color to the rootsStep #10Comb through the hairStep #11Apply color to the area (on each side) from the stopping point of your roots and down about an inchStep #12Comb through the hair and move the dye down about ½ inch to blend wellStep #13Watch placement of color to make sure it doesn’t transfer to other area of hairStep #14Apply cap for about 20-30 minutesStep #15Rinse the color outStep #16Style hair as desired This is one of the easiest ways to get the look you want without making it permanent. |
Dua LipaDua 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 OutSupplies
Step #1Shampoo and condition your hairStep #2Leave hair dampStep #3Comb or brush through the hair to remove any tanglesStep #4Part the hair where you want you natural part to beStep #5Braid your leave out to style laterStep #6Apply Salon Pro 30-Second Weave Molding Gel to your hair (not the braided section)Step #7Comb through hair with a wide-tooth comb to smooth hair downStep #8Blow-dry hairStep #9Keep hair smooth as it dries to ensure it stays as flat as possibleStep #10Apply a small amount of wonder wrap onto an applicator brushStep #11Apply the wrap to the entire head avoiding the braided section.Step #12Use the blow dryer or sit under a hooded dryer until the wrap is dryStep #13Put a stocking cap on, once the hair is dry, by pulling the edge past your hairlineStep #14Use a white pencil to outline your leave outStep #15Measure your extension and apply your hair glue to the weftStep #16Pull the stocking cap down in the back and allow the thicker band to hang lowerStep #17Apply the first extension at the nape of your head from edge to edgeStep #18Smooth the weft down with your fingerStep #19Grab your blow dryer and run it across the weftStep #20Continue applying your wefts as you go up the headStep #21Apply them from hairline to hairline, not at the edge of the stocking capStep #22To show off your edges measure your extensions from the edge of the hairline and then slide them back about a ¼ inchStep #23At the top of your head, glue your tracks in from front to backStep #24Glue your wefts in by placing them along the white line on your cap.Step #25Make sure your tracks are dryStep #26Cut off the excess part of the stocking cap from around your head and leave outStep #27Apply oil to the hairStep #28Use your flat iron to smooth your natural hairStep #29Fleek your edges with edge control |
Quick weave without leave-out and invisible partSupplies
The StepsStep #1After you shampoo and condition your hair leave it dampStep #2Comb through your hair with a comb and keep it smoothStep #3Apply molding gel to your entire headStep #4Mold down your hair parting your hair where you want your invisible partStep #5Blow dry your hair with a blow dryer or use strips to keep your hair smoothStep #6To make sure your part is clean mold down your hair parting your hair where you want your invisible partStep #7Apply wonder wrap to an applicator brushStep #8Apply it all over your headStep #9Sit under the dryer or use a blow dryer to dry your hairStep #10Once your hair is dry put on a stocking cap by pulling the thicker edge of the stocking cap past your hairlineStep #11Use a white pencil to mark the place where your part will beStep #12Apply gorilla snot to the left side o your hairlineStep #13Pull your stocking cap to the edge of your hairline and press gently to secure it in placeStep #14Use your blow dryer to dry the areaStep #15Repeat this step on the opposite sideStep #16Do not cut the band off the front of the stocking cap until your hair is completely dryStep #17Apply the first extension at the nape of your head from edge to edgeStep #18Smooth the weft down with your fingerStep #19Grab your blow dryer and run it across the weftStep #20Continue applying your wefts as you go up the headStep #21Apply them from hairline to hairline not at the edge of the stocking capStep #22Once you get to the top of the head cut off the excess stocking capStep #23Cut small tic-tac size wefts to start creating your invisible partsStep #24Start at the edge of your hairline and glue the remaining part of your stocking cap down alongside your partStep #25Move up the part with your small wefts and make your sizes a bit bigger to cover the weft below itStep #26Stop midway and apply your closure to make it look realistic as possibleStep #27Complete the look by finishing applying small weftsStep #28Use your flat iron to smooth your natural hairStep #29Fleek your edges with edge control |
Quick Weave with A Braided FoundationNeat and flat foundation braids are crucial to having a perfect bob! Here’s how to create one with the steps below:The StepsStep #1Cornrow your hair straight backStep #2Separate hair into three sectionsStep #3Add synthetic hair to each braid to make your braids last longerStep #4Continue braiding your hair neatly and make your braids smallStep #5Put your stocking cap onStep #6Glue your extensions at the nap the same way as you would with a quick weaveStep #7At the midsection of your head and crown glue your extensions in a circular motionStep #8Leave enough space to install your closure |
DIY ClosureThe StepsStep #1Cut a weft about an inch longStep #2Apply glue to your track and allow it to dry about 10 secondsStep #3Roll the weft and create a tight rollStep #4Attach a clip or t-pin through the wefts to keep them togetherStep #5All it to dry for about five to ten minutesStep #6Once the closure is dry, fan the hair out around the weftsStep #7Use your flat iron (on low temperature) and press the roll between it |
Janet JacksonMs. 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 ponytailSupplies
The StepsStep #1Start with clean hairStep #2Blow dry your hairStep #3Part your hair from ear to earStep #4Apply eco-style gel to your hair to help it stay smoothStep #5Pull this portion up to keep it out of the wayStep #6Pull the back portion up and apply eco-style gel to itStep #7Brush it smooth and create your ponytail right under the top oneStep #8Take your extensions and pin the end of the weft in place on the top ponytailStep #9Wrap the extensions around the base of the ponytailStep #10Pin the extensions in place, so they don’t slideStep #11Wrap your extensions into a neat bun and use an elastic to keep it neatStep #12Repeat this step on the bottom ponytailStep #13To 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 #14Grab 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 Look
SuppliesSpray bottle filled with waterThe StepsStep #1Start with wet hair or saturate dry hair with waterStep #2Brush hair backStep #3Apply Aveda styling foamStep #4Apply oil to lock in the shineStep #5Apply a pomade to keep the hair in place |
En VogueEn 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 PonytailThe 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
Step #1Shampoo and condition your hairStep #2Blow dry, or air dry your hair (make sure you use a heat protectant)Step #3Wet the hair around the perimeter to help smooth hairStep #4Use your brush to brush out the hair around the edge of the hairlineStep #5Use 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:
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The StepsStep #1Apply a quarter-sized amount of argan oil to your scalpStep #2Comb through the hair to remove tangles and distribute oilStep #3Apply some eco-style gelStep #4Use edge control to smooth your edgesStep #5Brush hair with a boar’s hairStep #6Brush 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.
SuppliesOrganix 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 StepsIf your hair is natural here’s how to get your ponytail smooth and sleek:Step #1Shampoo your hairStep #2Apply a leave-in conditionerStep #3Part hair into four sectionsStep #4Detangle hair with a wide-toothed combStep #5Spray hair with water to make it easier to styleStep #6Brush through each section and clip upStep #7Remove clips and create a part (if desired) for your ponytailStep #8Brush your hair smooth around the parted area or your hairlineStep #9Use eco-style gel to help you get the final smooth look by applying to hairline and crown of hairStep #10Brush your hair smooth until it looks how you want it to lookStep #11Use a fabric covered elastic to secure the ponytailStep #12Tie down the hair with a scarf (I like to leave mine on overnight but leave on for at least an hour)Step #13Remove your scarf and use your edge control to smooth down your edgesStep #14Remove your elastic band and tighten up your ponytailStep #15Spray 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. |
CiaraMrs. 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
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Partial Sew-inA 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 StepsStep #1Leave some hair out around the entire perimeter of your headStep #2Braid this hair, so it doesn’t get mixed in with your foundation braidsStep #3Braid your leave outStep #4Braid the very back braid across the back of your nape area. This braid will make sure your back braids are secure.Step #5Take the ends of your braids and lay them in between the partsStep #6Sew 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 StepsStep #1Trim the excess net offStep #2Begin sewing your bundles in until you get to the top using the fold-over methodStep #3Braid leave out to keep out of way as you style the rest of your hairStep #4Brush hair to remove tanglesStep #5Section hair into four sections and clip them upStep #6Remove the clip of one sectionStep #7Put wand curler to 450 degreesStep #8Wand curl small sections backwardStep #9Hold on wand for about 5 seconds to get a tight curlStep #10Repeat the above steps for the back and midsectionStep #11Curl the crown and front tighterStep #12Decrease the temperature on your curling wand (your natural hair cannot stand that heat)Step #13Unbraid the leave outStep #14Curl it in small sectionsStep #15Take a wide-toothed comb and comb your curls out to give them volumeStep #16Take your edge control and sleek your edges You are ready to kill it no matter what room you walk in! |
Blair ImaniBlair 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:
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| You're A Star The stars showed up for the Billboard Music Awards this year. Most of us will sit and wish we could look as great as they look and be on the red carpet just like them. The truth is, tons of social media influencers made it on the red carpet as well. I mention this because you need to know that you are only three bundles from looking just like them! You are one more idea away from being on that red carpet. Don't worry about trying to "look" like your favorite celebrity. Focus on recreating their look to make your shine in your way! Let me know what your favorite style is by commenting below. Don't forget to tag Private Label Extensions in your post. You may see yourself on our social media feed. |