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Master Class 

*HEALTH & SAFETY* 

Careful when creating these plaits as it's very easy to over pull on the hair and loose coordination. Be gentle to your model's hair and scalp.

Product List

- Shine Serum OR Argon Oil. 

- Paddle Brush. 

- Comb. 

- Hair Grips.

Basket/ Weave Plait

Something I struggled with greatly, especially with my poor hand coordination. I found when creating this plait that product really helps to separate the hair and leaves less room for confusion when it comes to styling each strand into the weave. So start with the serum and gather 8-12 strands relatively equal in size, and first take the outer strand and work through the other by using the method 'over and under' each strand. Continue to do this and you will achieve a much more clear version than mine, or the weave plait. Looking back on this style, I really wish I had created this plait in the middle of head (especially when taking photographs) because I found that the outer sections were getting very short and difficult to work with. After my second attempt, I was well on my way.

Eight Strand Plait 

After a few attempts at this 8 strand plait, I found that once I got the hang of this, it started to work itself out. For this you will need to start with a five strand plait which can be witnessed in my previous post on plaits. Once you have your five strand plait in place, you can tie it temporarily. Now next to the five strand braid, grab three more strands to the left of your plait and plait as you would normally. After every second plait, grab the strand closest  the five strand plaid, and loop it into the five strand plait. Once you continue to do this, you will have created an eight strand plait. The perfect twist to your everyday basic plait. Upon reflection I found that when doing this again, product/ styling serum will work more conveniently to help look the two plaits together. 

Timed Assessment Hair

Hair Chart & Practice

• Heat Protector & Shine Serum.
• Hair Dryer. 
• Brush of Choice.
• Straighteners.
• Hairspray.
• Pin Tail Comb.

When designing my hair chart for my assessment, and Day-time makeup design, I had something simplistic, minimal and sleek thought out. After researching and collecting research from Giorgio Armani beauty, and gaining inspiration I designed and created this hair design. The structure of this style is very flat and straight, with a distinct side parting to help frame the face, and add something extra to the style. Using serum and hairspray to keep it in place, tucked behind the ears and as smooth as possible. Straighteners are essential for creating that sleek, smooth finish!

Upon reflection, whilst creating this hair style I managed to straighten this difficult doll hair and produce a smooth finished style. The appropriate of this hair style to me, is very relevant to the whole image and brand that is Armani Beauty. When creating this style for my final assessment, I really would like to work on the ends of the hair being even more straight- even after product is applied. Which in this case, made it slightly flicked at the ends. Other than this, I am very please with my choice of products and how they styled the finished look. Also with how sleek and smooth the hairstyle is overall with the side parting to frame the face.

Final Assessment Images 

Classic Shapes & Silhouettes

Sleek and Chic

*HEALTH & SAFETY* 

Be very wary of the tongs when working around your  model's face- practice coordination and hair drying, so that your model is in safe hands and doesn't encounter any burns. Same applies to the tools you are using, for example your brushes; do not be too aggressive with the hair, be aware of poking your model's eye out with your pin tail comb. When tying your models hair be gentle and do not tug and don't use a high heat near the scalp of your model's head.

Product List

- Heat Protection Spray OR Serum.

- Shine Serum OR Argon Oil.

- Hair Dryer. 

- Paddle Brush. 

- Comb. 

- Straighteners.

- Hair Grips.
- Hairspray.

Start with damp hair, as it's easiest to blow dry straight. Use a heat protector before applying heat to the hair and begin by sectioning the hair, and start to blow dry the sections straight, on heat that is suitable to the condition of model's hair. Use a paddle brush underneath each strand you are straightening, and in a downwards motion blow dry the hair until dry and straight. The next step to getting the sleek and chic finish hair, is to apply a shine serum throughout the hair, focusing mainly on top of the head. Then again, section the hair and straighten until the hair is flat and straight as possible. 

For the first style using this straight and chic hair, is a ponytail. Slowly and gently using a combination of your comb and paddle brush, begin to gather the hair towards the back of the head- creating a ponytail. There is not particular technique to this, apart from be gentle when holding the hair in place and securing it. Apply hairspray to your comb to flatter stray hairs/ baby hair and make the style as flat as possible. If you do not want to use hairspray ( as it will harden and not easily restyled) use the shine serum from before, as it adds so much shine to the hair and flattens.

For the next hairstyle it will be a simple, straight and sleek down-do. Begin with straight, flat hair and start by sectioning two side sections and a front one. Comb the front section using either hairspray or shine serum (to flatten) and comb backwards. Then take each small side section and spin behind the front section. This is simple (as I said). Use hairspray to finish off the look.

Critical Analysis 

Things that would have definitely gone better if I had positioned the ponytail more centered on the head. I really need to be more aware of how hair looks from the front, and from all angles around it. In regards to the second hairstyle, I should have again, been more wary of all angles of the head, and placed the grips used in a way that would be hidden under the front section of the hair, and wouldn't be peeping through. 

Natural Beauty Hair

NATURAL HAIR DESIGN

*HEALTH & SAFETY* 

When blow drying the hair, be wary of the temperature and cater to the condition of the hair you are working on. Do not put heat too closely to the scalp and as always, be careful when styling the hair.

Product List

- Shine Serum OR Argon Oil. 

- Mousse.
- Curl Restorer OR Instant Moisturizer.
- De-tangling Spray.
- Hair Dryer.

Start with wet or damp hair, this will allow the hair to be styled and manipulated in whatever way you like. This style is very simple, easy and doesn't necessarily require naturally curly hair, because when using the diffuser on wet hair, it creates natural and subtle waves. When the hair is down and damp, add styling products throughout roughly, using only your hands. Then take the hair dryer, attached with the diffuser and blow dry the hair using an upwards motion to create natural beachy waves. 

Critical Analysis

After playing around with different moisturizing sprays and styling products, I found that they worked really well in conjunction with the heat and diffuser. Upon critical reflection I feel like this hair would be fantastic for my Armani high beach/ summer shoot except when creating it, I would really like to make the hair more 'wet look', I could do this by adding a bit more to the hair after blow drying or even moisture spray to make it even more beachy like.

Plaiting for Fashion

Let's talk plaits...

*HEALTH & SAFETY* 

Careful when creating these plaits as it's very easy to over pull on the hair and loose coordination. Be gentle to your model's hair and scalp.

Product List

- Shine Serum OR Argon Oil. 

- Paddle Brush. 

- Comb. 

- Hair Grips.

Waterfall/ Fairytale Plait 

Similar to a side french braid, this plait is designed to be created quite close to the scalp. You should start by taking a regular three section plait and position yourself, and the hair towards the back of the head. Every time you plait you should give away a strand in order for it to create that waterfall effect, and then take a section from on top of the plait. This was in fact my first time creating this plait and although the finished product was okay, it was far from perfect and definietly needs more practice. I really need to work on my coordination as far as plaits go because I do generally struggle with them. In order to have made this style better, I should have worked with my plaits forming closer together.

Slip-tie Knot Plait

Start this simple but needs-to-be-practiced plait with a knot in the very front section of the hair, get your model to hold this- it makes life a lot easier when handling sections. Take a section from both sides of the temples, always holding the pieces of hair after they've been noted. After every 3rd knot, take sections from the back, and higher up, then take the first sections and combine them with the next knot. Rub a piece of fabric and rub it against the hair, to create a more messy effect to the style, making it more beachy and editorial. Although this plait was one of easiest of all, I should have sectioned my strands better, and as you can see this definetly effects the position of your plait, especially the gaps in between. 

Five Strand Plait 

This confusing plait is made easier once you get some practice in and stay concentrated! Start with five strands of hair, make sure the hair is de-tangled and easy to work with in advance. Plait the hair using a technique of over and under with every strand, and continue to plait until you have no more hair to work with. There should be no middle strand that's the same throughout when plaiting- it should always change. This plait for me was the most difficult, although it turned out well, I should really work on my hand coordination because I really struggled and was confused by all the strands where they should go. Definitely something that requires attention to detail and lots of practice.

Wiggle Plait 

This plait was the most fun to create, and only required 3 strands! Choose any section of the hair, then take three strands of hair and basically create just a regular plait. When you have finished and have no hair left to work with, hold the middle strand of the plait and push up the other strands, and you will create this wiggle shape. 

Overall Critical Analysis 

Although this was only the first time I created these plaits and styles, I think that they need a lot more practice, and more than anything I really need to work on my hand coordination and positioning of hair. Next time I will make sure to concentrate on the positions of the hair I'm working on and pay attention to where I'm taking each strand. 

Modern Up-do & Accessories

The Chignon & Bling 

*HEALTH & SAFETY* 

When sectioning the hair, again be very wary of what position your brushes are in, how much pressure in being applied and always be as gentle with your model's hair as possible. Teasing the hair should be practiced and done at ease in order to not create any pain or friction with the hair of your model.

Product List

- Shine Serum OR Argon Oil. 

- Paddle brush. 

- Comb. 

- Teasing Comb/ Pin Tail Comb

- Hair Grips.

- Small, Hair colored hair tie. 

- Hairspray. 

- Bling or Accessory of choice.

Start this hairstyle by sectioning the hair in three parts. Take your comb and gently smooth the middle section of the hair into a semi-low pony tail. It should look something like this...

Then to really get the low chignon to work, you need to add some texture or even a curl if that's what you'd prefer. To do this you should take the ponytail section and tease with either an actual teasing comb, or a pin tail comb also works fabulously. This way when we go to create the chignon, it will wisp into place and will also be more voluminous and flexible. To create the actual chignon bun, take the pony tail part of the hair and roll it upwards and pin it. Do not worry if the bun isn't actually formed yet- it's not meant to yet! Next you will need to pull and fiddle with the bun a little to make it longer and actually look like it is attached to the head. Use pins to secure this.

For any loose or wispy bits of hair, use hairspray to secure and flatten the areas you want. Now with a comb, gently brush your first side section towards the bun, twist to create some extra style, or plait- whatever suits the style you're going for. twist around the low bun and pin underneath. Continue the same procedure with the other side section of the hair. 

This is what the final chignon should look like, and now for the optional accessories...

Critical Analysis 

Although the overall look and technique worked out surprisingly well, I really wish I would have paid more attention to the front, as well as the back. Making sure that the hair was smooth and not lumpy in places, and most importantly even on both sides where the sections were placed. I also definitely need to work on the structure and positioning of my sections, as the twists actually ended up being at different levels and not in an even position.