Normani served up a regal look at Monday’s Met Gala while wearing a beautiful chartreuse gown by Valentino!
But, before gracing this year’s red carpet, celebrity hairstylist, Yusef bought the heat backstage to create her elegant updo – an edgy, braided, high bun.
Here is a step-by-step tutorial for recreating Normani’s Met Gala hairstyle below, with
–Dark & Lovely’s new Blowout Collection,
–K18 Leave-In Repair Hair Mask,
–Dyson tools,
–Y by Yusef brushes!
Step 1 – Shampoo using Dark & Lovely Smoothing Weightless Wash for hydration and removal of product build-up.
Step 2 – Replace conditioner with K18 Leave-In Molecular Repair Hair Mask to repair and renew hair to its most youthful, healthy state.
Step 3 – Use The Y by Yusef Cushion Paddle Brush to easily detangle and smooth hair. For easy parting, use the removable sectioning pin in the base of the handle for sectioning and styling.
Step 4 – Apply Dark & Lovely Silky Slip Blow-Dry Cream to prevent breakage and add heat protection and ultimate frizz control.
Step 5 – Section off hair with Yusef 6ct. Alligator Clip Kit and blow dry using Dyson Supersonic™ hairdryer with the Wide-tooth Comb attachment to lengthen and dry hair – combine with Yusef Brush and Bottle setwith a thermal barrel that retains maximum heat while drying and strong nylon bristles that easily grasp hair for ideal styling.
Step 6 – Apply Dark & Lovely Shine Gloss Serum Balm to secure pony and for a glossy frizz-free shine.
Step 7 – Smooth hair with Yusef 2-side club brush with boar bristles that help to distribute the hair’s natural oils, for a smooth, soft finish and healthy shine.
Step 8 – Use the Yusef 2pk toothbrush with a sectioning pin to finish the look with its soft, sturdy bristles to sculpt or slick down the hair into dramatic swirls, swoops, or simple waves.
Stevie Wilson
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