Lauren Balsamo’s Go-To Hair Secrets and Styling Tips

Introduction to Lauren’s Hair Secrets

Lauren Balsamo, Cosmopolitan’s Deputy Beauty Editor, is someone known for her stunning hair. Her natural straight locks are often the envy of many, thanks to a combination of good genetics and her access to top-notch hair products and stylists. In this article, Lauren shares her go-to hairstyles, pro tips, and can’t-live-without products, as well as the latest hair trends she’s loving.

Her Go-To Styles

Lauren’s hair is long and naturally straight, often sporting a soft middle part. She favors a natural 70s minimalist style, which requires minimal effort and avoids heat styling whenever possible. For a more polished look, she might use a messy knot or twisted bun:

• Prep your hair by giving it a rough blow-dry until it’s almost fully dry.
• Flip your hair over to give it some extra volume.
• Pull it up into a knot or bun and secure it with Invisibobbles, which are gentler on hair compared to traditional hair ties.

Creating Sexy Mermaid Waves

Lauren also loves to show off sexy mermaid waves, which can be achieved in three easy steps:

1. Step One: Prep your hair by brushing it out and using a TRESemmé Volume Thickening Spray from roots to mid-lengths to boost volume.
2. Step Two: Style your hair with a wave wand, one 2-inch section at a time. Finish by smoothing the ends with TRESemmé Keratin Shine Serum for shine and definition.
3. Step Three: Set your style with TRESemmé TRES TWO Extra Hold Hair Spray to control frizz and keep your waves in place.

Her Happy Hair Routine

Lauren focuses on maintaining her hair’s health by using hydrating shampoos and lightweight conditioners, ensuring she only needs salon trims every three months. She also uses TRESemmé Gloss Clear High-Shine Deep Conditioner every two weeks to give her hair an extra glossy boost.

To tame flyaways and frizz, she relies on TRESemmé Keratin Shine Serum, applying just a tiny amount to the ends of her hair. She also recommends investing in quality tools like the Dyson hairdryer, which she finds less damaging and faster than other models. For brushes, Lauren swears by Raincry’s boar bristle brush, which detangles her hair easily and leaves it looking shiny.

Her Hair Hacks

Lauren emphasizes the importance of a good haircut, recommending that you research a stylist experienced in cutting your hair type. She also advises never skipping the pre-cut consultation to ensure you get the best style for your hair. Here are some of her favorite hair hacks:

• Air-drying is key to adding volume and movement to your hair. Save heat styling for special occasions.
• Weekly hair masks are essential. Lauren applies a hair mask and leaves it in while she washes her body or does a face scrub in the shower.
• Hydrating shampoos and conditioning only the ends of your hair can help prevent your hair from looking flat.

Hair Tips for Naturally Straight Hair

If you have naturally straight hair like Lauren, consider the following tips:

• Wash your hair every other day to maintain its natural shine and prevent over-drying.
• Use dry shampoo to refresh your hair and add volume on days when you don’t wash it.
• Avoid applying conditioner to the roots to prevent your hair from looking flat.

FAQs

Q: What products should I use to achieve mermaid waves?

A: Use TRESemmé Volume Thickening Spray to boost volume, style with a wave wand, and finish with TRESemmé Keratin Shine Serum for shine. Secure the look with TRESemmé TRES TWO Extra Hold Hair Spray.

Q: How often should I use a hair mask?

A: Apply a hair mask once a week to keep your hair healthy and shiny.

Q: Why is air-drying recommended?

A: Air-drying helps add volume and movement to your hair and is gentler compared to heat styling, which can damage your hair.