Christmas parties are just around the corner, and with them comes the question: How to create the perfect festive look? An elegant hairstyle and the right make-up are the key to shining on this special evening.
If you're looking for an elegant, glamorous look, then Hollywood Waves are for you. This hairstyle exudes the timeless shine of the 1920s and 1930s and is ideally complemented by perfectly coordinated eye make-up and classic red lips. In this article we will show you step by step how you can create the Hollywood waves and the right make-up yourself!
What makes this hairstyle so special?
- Elegance meets timelessness:The soft, curved waves are a classic that never goes out of style. They represent sophistication and glamor – exactly what you want for a Christmas party.
- Volume and shine:The right technique creates waves with fullness and a luxurious finish that leaves hair looking vibrant and healthy.
- versatility: Whether you have shoulder length or long hair, the Hollywood waves adapt and enhance your festive look.
Step-by-step instructions: How to achieve Hollywood waves
1. Preparation is everything
In order for the hairstyle to fit perfectly and last for a long time, a few preparations are necessary:
- Hair care: Wash your hair with a moisturizing shampoo and conditioner to create a smooth and shiny base. Blow dry your hair upside down to create extra fullness at the roots.
- Heat protection: Apply a heat protectant product to protect your hair from damage from styling.
2. Create the curls
Now it's time to style:
- Use a curling iron with a diameter of approximately 32 mm to create large curls.
- Divide your hair into horizontal sections, starting at the bottom of your hairline.
- Wrap each strand on the curling iron in the same direction and leave it on for 8-10 seconds.
- After styling, fix the curls with clips and let them cool for at least 15 minutes.
- For better hold, spray each curl with Spray Wax before combing it out.
3. Form the waves
- Gently comb the cooled curls with a wide comb or your fingers to create the typical soft waves.
- Mist the style with a shine spray or flexible hold hairspray.
4. Use hair accessories
Accessories give the Hollywood waves an additional glamor effect - and ensure that the hairstyle sits well.
- Take a section of hair on the side where your part is lower and bring it behind your ear. This creates an elegant asymmetry.
- Secure the section of hair behind the ear with a pearl or glitter hair clip. For extra hold, you can use two bobby pins crossed in an X shape to hold the strand in place before placing the accessory.
- Lightly tease the hairline on the opposite side with a fine-tooth comb. Work in small sections and spray on some volumizing powder or hairspray before gently smoothing the section to cover up the backcombing.
- Position the strands on the right side precisely, using clips or bobby pins in specific locations to guide and shape the hair into the desired shape. Once the strands are perfectly in place, secure them with hairspray and gently press them into shape with your fingers. You can see exactly how this works in this video:
With these simple steps you can achieve the perfect oneHairstyle for your Christmas party. Whether with a glamorous evening dress or a chic trouser suit - this hairstyle is guaranteed to attract admiring glances.
Glamorous make-up completes the look perfectly
The Hollywood waves are an absolute eye-catcher, but the right make-up makes the look really festive and glamorous. Here is a classic and elegant makeup that harmonizes perfectly with the waves.
1. Eye makeup: Bright and defined
- Apply primer:Start with a primer on the eyelids to extend the wear of the eyeshadow and prevent fading.
- Apply base color:Apply a shimmery nude shade evenly to the movable lid to create a radiant base.
- Create depth:Work with a matte, warm brown shade in the crease to add dimension to the eye. Blend the transitions carefully for a soft look.
- Dark Accent:Putthe darkest shade of brown at the outer corner of the eyeand on the lower lash line up to the middle to make the eyes appear even more intense. Blend it lightly into the crease of your eyelids.
- Glitter effect:Dab gold glitter eyeshadow onto the center of the lid and along the lower lash line. As Cosmopolitan.de recommends,use a damp brushto intensify the color.
- Eyeliner: Draw with a black liquid or gel eyelinera precise eyeliner.
- eyelashes: Apply a generous amount of mascara and then apply false eyelashes to complete the dramatic and voluminous look.
- Use a golden highlighter in the inner corner of your eye to make your eyes look more open and fresh.
2. Complexion: Radiant glow
- primer: Apply a long-wearing foundation and blend thoroughly. Work with a sponge or brush for an even result.
- Contour:Lightly contour below the cheekbonesand along the hairline to create dimension.
- Rouge and Highlighter: Apply a light rosy blush to the cheeks and highlight the highest points of the face (cheekbones, bridge of the nose) with a gold highlighter.
3. Lips: Classic red for festive elegance
- Contour:Line the lips with a suitable oneRed lip liner to define the shape.
- Lipstick:Fill in the lips with a matte, long-wearing red lipstick. For precise edges, you can use a lip brush.
Now you are ready for an unforgettable performance at the Christmas party!
