Congrats on your new bob! Here's how to keep it looking hot
Everything you need to style the season's #1 cut
This year, specifically as we head into fall, the bob has returned to the spotlight as the It cut of the season. The look, which has been wholly embraced by Bella Hadid, Kendall Jenner and Chrissy Teigen, is perfectly timed for the moment. The 2017 version is shorter, edgier and sharper than before. And possibly the best part is that it can work for all hair types. But just like longer hair, the shorter trendy look requires a whole new styling and treatment routine of its own. So if you've just made the cut, or are thinking about a major change, this one is for you. Here's exactly what you need to style the cropped bob, whether your hair is straight, wavy or curly.
Straight
The Leave-In Conditioner
This leave-in conditioner has been a long-time favourite of beauty editors for a reason. It uses provitamins, vitamins and amino acids to repair hair and to prevent future damage. Apply it daily to wet or dry hair to reduce split ends and tame flyaways. After all, it's no surprise that short straight styles looks best on hair that's in top condition.
Infusium 23 Repair & Renew Leave-In Treatment, $8, well.ca
The Hybrid Comb
Using a straightener comb might just be the easiest and fastest way to achieve super sleek styles on shorter hair. This amazing hybrid between brush and straightener distributes heat evenly to straighten sections of hair in a single pass. Look for a version like this one from Amika, which has more than 10k positive reviews on Sephora, and say goodbye to back bumps for good.
Amika Polished Perfection Straightening Brush, $175, sephora.ca
The Scrub
You probably haven't thought about a hair scrub before, but thanks for Christophe Robin's sea salt version that's about to change. The superstar colourist has created a detoxifying shampoo designed to remove product and sebum building for deep cleaning. It's especially ideal for straighter styles, where excess product can make hair look greasy quickly.
Christophe Robin Cleansing Purifying Scrub with Sea Salt, $67, net-a-porter.com
Wavy
The Styling Spray
If you're going to use hot tools to style your bob's waves, it's best to use a protecting spray. Not only will this lightweight mist help hold styles, but it also helps shield hair from damage and control frizz. Wash hair first, and then spray the product all over for smooth and shiny results.
Tresemmé Repair & Protect 7 Pre-Styling Spray, $8, londondrugs.com
The Curling Iron
The T3 is like the Rolls of curling irons. But it's way more than good looks. The iron's Tourmaline + Ceramic barrel seals cuticles to eliminate the frizz factor that's common with waves. It heats up almost instantly and turns out salon-worthy tousled waves with a single twirl. The barrels are also interchangeable so you can play around with sizes to create your ideal style.
T3 Twirl Curling Iron with Clip Barrel, $235, thebay.com
The Dry Shampoo
Dry shampoo does way more than extend the life any blowdry. It can also be used to give wavy hair a bit of added texture. Try this floral-scented version on the ends of dry hair to create styles that are perfectly undone. And if you want to go a day or two longer, spray your hands and massage it into your scalp. Surely, day two has never looked better.
Dove Refresh + Care Dry Shampoo, $6, walmart.ca
Curly
The Hair Oil
Mermaids may be mystical, but this hair oil's ability to deeply nourish hair is the real deal. Use this organic treatment on cropped curly hair to help tame frizz while also adding major moisture and shine. Best of all, this vegan beauty has a lingering scent of blended fir needles and rosemary that's as unusual as it is intoxicating.
Captain Blankenship Mermaid Hair Oil, $34, well.ca
The Diffuser
Naturally curly hair can usually benefit from the help of a diffuser. Why? Well the attachment that fits the front end of most dryers broadens airflow from your dryer through your hair. What that really means is that this one device will work to help dry hair evenly, while defining curls and eliminating frizz all at the same time.
Drybar Bounce Diffuser, $43, thedrybar.com
The Curl Cleanser
If you plan on rocking your natural hair, you want to invest in amazing products that are specifically formulated to work with your hair type. Case in point: Devacurl's best selling zero lather cleanser. The moisturizing formula uses peppermint and grapeseed to stimulate and cleanse the scalp. Don't worry, it won't strip the natural oils your curls needs to looks their bounciest and shiniest either.