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SZA's Soft, Airy Met Gala Curls
Photo Credit: Instagram via @turnbullhair
Formulas

SZA's Soft, Airy Met Gala Curls

SZA’s 2026 Met Gala hair was all about soft definition and touchable volume. Created by celebrity hairstylist Devante Turnbull (@turnbullhair) using Bumble and bumble., the look leaned into natural texture with added shape, bounce and an effortless finish.

To create it, Devante focused on layering hydration and lightweight styling to enhance the curl pattern without weighing it down. The hair was diffused for shape, then finished with texture and flexible hold to keep movement intact.

Scroll down for the full product lineup and step-by-step breakdown.

Photo Credit: Instagram via @turnbullhair
Photo Credit: Instagram via @turnbullhair
Photo Credit: Instagram via @turnbullhair

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STEPS

1

Section the hair and apply Bumble and bumble. Curl Reactivator Primer, smoothing through with fingers to hydrate and prep the curls evenly.

2

Work a small amount of Bumble and bumble. Curl Defining Cream through midlengths and ends, scrunching to enhance definition while keeping the texture soft.

3

Apply a golf ball-sized amount of Bumble and bumble. Thickening High Drama Styling Hair Foam, scrunching to build volume and support without weighing the curls down.

4

Blow-dry using a diffuser, continuing to scrunch to encourage shape and maintain the natural curl pattern.

5

Once dry, mist Bumble and bumble. Thickening Dryspun Texture Spray Light and scrunch to break up stiffness and create airy texture.

6

Finish with Bumble and bumble. Spray de Mode Flexible Hold Hairspray to lock in the look while maintaining movement.

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