Styling techniques & Tips

Quick and Easy Updos

Need a quick, great hairstyle? It's possible to give yourself a salon-like hairstyle at home. Joelle, senior stylist at Avon Salon & Spa, describes how, step-by-step. The most important rule of the updo is to keep it simple. "Sophisticated looks are usually the least complicated," she says. Another tip: "Hair doesn't always have to be clean. Sometimes if it's styled the day after washing, it holds its shape better." Check out these quick, formal looks on Lauren, Cassandra, Nancy and Lianne. To dress them up even more, add a sparkly colorful hair ornament to coordinate with your outfit.

	Lauren's Elegant Ponytail for Evening Updos are more than buns and French twists. For a chic change-up, try this smart, sleek ponytail instead.
	Cassandra's Sleek, Chic Curls A few bobby pins turn your ordinary ponytail into an extraordinarily beautiful updo.
	Nancy's Sophisticated Updo for Curly Hair Staring at a mop of damp curly hair with no time to blow-dry it straight? This no-fuss, high-style updo is the answer.
	Lianne's Easy French Twist Creating the classic French twist doesn't have to tie you up in knots. Step 2 is the simple secret to success.