SCANDIZZO’S MASTERCLASS

STEP 1

I always prep with Eleven Australia Miracle Hair Treatment, but it’s even more important when creating a sleek look because it hydrates, protects from heat and environmental damage and smooths frizz, which is really important for this look.

STEP 2

Apply a sea salt spray to hair and dry in. Even though your aim is to create a smooth look, using a sea salt spray as your foundation product will help to give your hair guts and structure, making styling a lot easier.

STEP 3

Create a clean middle part if you’re going for Bella Hadid’s style, or blow dry straight back for J.lo’s look, using a round brush to blow dry your hair smooth. TIP: Always dry in the direction of the ponytail to make it super smooth, because having minimal height or volume at the crown is what makes this look modern. Finish with a cool shot of air to close to the cuticle to lock in the style and seal in the shine. For an extra smooth finish, run a flat iron through the lengths of your hair in the direction you want it to sit.

STEP 4

Comb the top half of hair into position high on the head or lower at the nape of the neck and secure with an elastic. Gather remaining hair and add it to existing ponytail, securing with an elastic. Creating two ponytails ensures there is enough tension to keep the ponytail in place and prevents sagging below the ponytail over time. TIP: To find the perfect position, use your face as a guide. The angle of your cheekbones will be the best position for a high ponytail and use the angle of your jawline as a guide to find the right spot for a low ponytail.