Swish your way into 2024 with a fresh new cut, colour or style inspired by the A-list Ask for layers
Hair that’s all one length can be flattering if you have naturally thick hair, but if it’s fine or thinning this cut will only draw attention to the lack of volume. A layered cut, on the other hand, is an easy way to fake the illusion of fullness for even the wispiest of strands. Thandiwe Newton’s choppy bob is a masterclass in how having varying lengths in your hair can give it more body and bulk. Give yours a helping hand in the volume department with a generous scrunch of Living Proof Full Texturizing Foam, £27, M&S.
Embrace your natural texture
If you’ve been straightening your hair forever, the quieter months are a good time to experiment with its natural texture. Styling curly and coily hair can take time and effort, especially when you’re learning which products work for you, but your hair will be happier, healthier and easier to manage – just use Kerry Washington as your inspiration.
Osmo Curl Revival Re-energising Gel, £11.60, sallybeauty.co.uk, defines lacklustre spirals to bring back their bounce.
Go for the chop
Cutting your hair into a bob will leave split, scraggly ends firmly in 2023. Depending on your hair’s texture and natural pattern of movement, you could follow Dame Helen Mirren’s lead with a sleek, shoulder-skimming bob cut to one sharp length, or try a chin-length French bob with a fringe and a gentle wave. Either way, Lee Stafford Illuminate & Shine Shine Serum, £7.99, Boots, is the cherry on top of those freshly trimmed lengths.
Restore shine
The festive season’s slew of events normally means reaching for your hairdryer and straighteners more than usual, leaving hair frazzled and dry. Treat the new year as a fresh start, first laying off the tools, then using bond-building products to help repair the damage.
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