Cut aside, the real magic happens during the styling process. After applying Davines This is a Volume Boosting Mousse, $35, through my hair for hold, Evans moved on to drying my hair. “First, blow-dry with a flat brush [or a paddle brush] to make sure the roots are completely dry, and nice and sleek,” she told me. As my hair is naturally wavy, this is an important step for achieving the smooth finish I desire for this look going forward. “Then use a medium round brush with ceramic bristles to turn the ends up,” Evans advised. Try Mane BRB 1.7″ Ceramic Round Hair Brush, $33. “The key is to aim the air flow of the dryer underneath [the brush] to create lift,” she continued, “then finish with a hairspray to add hold and to keep the style in place.”
