Motions Celebrity Hair Stylist Ursula Stephen is the go-to for fierce and fabulous styles and this year’s Grammy Awards was no exception. Styling the tresses of her regular clients Rihanna and Monica, Ursula created stunning Red Carpet looks. Check out her tips on how to get these sought-after styles.
“When Rihanna and I collaborate, we are always searching to recreate her image through her hair. First, I looked for a new red color and brought a variety of options to try but ultimately felt this one really stood out as the best. Since we’ve recently done a lot of texture and length, we wanted to mix it up. While we talked about going shorter I wanted to try something a little newer on her than the sleek bob that you are used to seeing. As I began to cut, I realized a mid-length look was the route to go and a sexified, tousled, bouncy bob would look amazing. It’s kind of the opposite of the larger curls and length we’ve done recently. As far as bobs go, it’s a heavier look, not a lot of layers, just big, bouncy and sexy!”
Get Rihanna’s Look:
Apply Motions Light Hold Working Spritz to provide control, but allows you to continue to work with heat tools.
Use a big curling iron to bevel the hair. “Bevel” is where to you use the curling iron in a similar way to a straightening iron. Don't “click, click, click,” the iron down, but rather run it through the hair, smoothing it down and then curling the ends. Beveling the hair adds a bodiful curl, not too big and not too tight.
Pin the big round curls up and allow hair to cool, adding more body.
Let the hair down, again applying Motions Light Hold Working Spritz, and let the curls fall where they will. Help to style with your fingers so that the curls frame the face.
Finish by liberally spraying Motions Hold & Shine Styling Spray all over to lock in the look and add a glossy brilliance.
“Monica was wearing an origami inspired dress, so I wanted the hair to have some contrast and shape. Her hairstyle is one that can be reworked on a daily basis and is easy to have fun with.”
Get Monica’s Look:
Start by premoisturizing the hair. Motions Oil Moisturizer Lotion makes wrapping and molding the hair easy.
Comb the hair out and apply Motions Light Hold Working Spritz all over.
Separate the hair into small sections and curl with a small set iron. By curling each section in different directions, it creates drama and life. “Right away the hair stands up on edge.”
Take a dime size Motions Shine Enhancing Pomade, mix in a serum, and run hands together.
Push the product all the way through the hair, shaping it to your content using the pomade.
For added lift and dramatic effect, tease the roots at the crown of the head with a comb.
Keep hair in place by finishing with Motions Hold & Shine Styling Spray.