Vintage Texture 2004/2005Antoinette Beenders, British Hairdresser of the Year 2004

The Anti-Clean Girl Trend Is Here: Glitter Tattoos, Body Shimmer & It-Girl Hair Accessories Crystal butterflies. Glitter tattoos. Rhinestone body art. The beauty industry’s latest obsession isn’t subtle—and that’s exactly the point. Leading the charge are celebrity makeup artists Sophia Sinot (@sophiasinot) and Ngozi Edemer (@paintedbyesther), whose viral work for global popstars Zara Larsson and Tyla … <a href="https://behindthechair.com/articles/glitter-tattoos-body-shimmer-are-back-and-hair-is-following-suit/">Continued</a>

Moroccanoil’s Eurovision team is creating high-pressure hair looks that have to survive sweat, choreography and live television—in front of millions. If you’ve never watched the Eurovision Song Contest before, here’s the quick breakdown: 35 countries. Millions of viewers. Live performances under extreme pressure. Constant choreography, sweat, stage lights, quick changes and camera-close scrutiny. Now imagine being … <a href="https://behindthechair.com/articles/what-its-really-like-to-do-hair-on-one-of-the-worlds-biggest-stages-at-eurovision-2026/">Continued</a>

From Slicked-Back Styles To Half-Up Looks, Here’s How To Create Modern Updos For Bobs and Lobs ICYMI, bobs aren’t going anywhere. In fact, they remain one of the strongest haircut trends for 2026…and short-haired clients want versatility, too. Thankfully, the right styling techniques can completely transform a bob, lob or cropped cut into a red … <a href="https://behindthechair.com/articles/3-elevated-updo-ideas-for-short-hair-clients/">Continued</a>

The Styling Details, Prep Tips and Face-Framing Techniques That Make These Looks Feel Soft, Polished and Effortless Healthy shine, soft movement and touchable styling are key details clients over 50 are asking for right now—especially when it comes to blowouts, ponytails and updos that feel polished without looking overly styled. For stylists, that means focusing … <a href="https://behindthechair.com/articles/3-elevated-hairstyles-for-women-over-50-your-clients-will-love/">Continued</a>

A-list actress, singer and Joico Partner Kate Hudson served polished-meets-undone glam at the “Running Point” premiere, and the secret is all in the prep, shine and soft structure. Celebrity stylist Renato Campora (@renatocampora) created this modern French twist with luxe volume and face-framing movement. Get the breakdown below.

Big, lasting volume isn’t created with a round brush alone—it’s built in the prep. According to REDAVID Artistic Team Leader Katherine Sims (@katherine_sims_hair), the difference between a blowout that falls flat and one that stays full and airy comes down to what you use and how you use it before the brush even touches the … <a href="https://behindthechair.com/how-tos/how-to-create-big-bouncy-blowouts-every-time/">Continued</a>

What To Use, What To Avoid and How To Keep the Shape From Falling Flat The cut does the heavy lifting—but the wrong product can undo it fast. For men with fine and thinning hair, finishing is what determines whether the shape holds or falls flat. “A lot of clients are embracing their natural texture… … <a href="https://behindthechair.com/articles/mens-clients-with-fine-and-thinning-hair-heres-how-to-style-it/">Continued</a>

Soft Chignons Are Replacing Sleek Buns as 2026’s Luxury Updo The ultra-tight ballerina bun has officially softened. The modern chignon is airy, romantic and touchable—polished without feeling stiff. Instead of sleek, shellacked “Clean Girl Aesthetic” buns, this year’s styles embrace natural texture, subtle movement and low to mid placement at the nape for an effortlessly … <a href="https://behindthechair.com/articles/soft-chignons-are-the-quiet-luxury-updo-taking-over-2026/">Continued</a>

The French Twist Has Re-entered the Chat—And It’s Polished yet Undone If your feed has been filled with soft updos, claw-clip twists and effortless red carpet hair, you’re not imagining it: The French twist is officially back. But this isn’t the shellacked, prom-night version your clients remember. The modern French twist is softer, more versatile … <a href="https://behindthechair.com/articles/the-modern-french-twist-is-back-heres-why-this-classic-style-is-everywhere-again/">Continued</a>

From Soft Luxury to Sculptural Statements, Here Are the 4 Updo Trends Defining 2026 Updos are no longer reserved for weddings and prom season. In 2026, they’re editorial yet wearable, nostalgic yet modern, polished yet intentionally undone. Texture is leading. Shape matters. And personality is everything. Here are the four updo trends clients will be … <a href="https://behindthechair.com/articles/4-updo-trends-that-will-dominate-2026/">Continued</a>