Beautiful Prom Hair Styles

A fancy updo with fringe pieces around the face is a beautiful style for prom.

Beautiful prom hairstyles can be created with any length of hair. The key to having a beautiful hairstyle starts with the haircut, according to the UpdoPrincess website. It recommends asking your hairstylist for side sweeping fringe or soft layering to help create your prom hairstyle. Also important is accessorizing your hairstyle with decorative hair pins, tiaras and even flowers. Finish off you style by applying a small amount of serum to seal the cuticle and allow the hair to shine.

Short Hairstyles

Short hairstyles are an option for prom. The trendy short bob offers an elegant, dressy look. Bob hairstyles feature one length of hair with no layering. The inverted bob has longer hair in the front and shorter layers in the back. Use decorative hair pins or barrettes to the hair for a fancier look.

The ultra-short pixie hairstyle is another option. The short layers can be worn spiked or piecey by applying small amounts of pomade or wax to the ends of the hair. Be careful that you do not apply too much pomade or wax as it can make the hair appear greasy. Beautiful, embellished headbands can be used to dress up either style.

Medium Hairstyles

Soft curls create a beautiful look for prom.

Medium hairstyles can be worn straight or curly for prom. Soft curls typically are worn for more formal occasions. These can be created with the use of a curling iron or hot rollers. Layers throughout a medium-length hair style make curls lay better and stay put longer during a long night of dancing.

The sleek, straight medium hairstyle can be worn with decorative hair pins, or with a partial updo by pulling a small portion of hair in the crown area back into a ponytail. Curly hairstyles look especially beautiful with a partial updo, as the curls cascade down the back of the hair from the ponytail.

Long Hairstyles

Styling options for long hair include super straight, shiny hair; all over bouncy waves; and partial updo hairstyles. Beautiful long, curly hair styles take time to create, up to an hour or more Some teens will schedule an appointment with a hair stylist to get the long, curly hairstyle because it takes so long to create.

Many teens get hair extensions, permanent or clip-in, to create long hair for a prom style.

Updo Hairstyles

Updo hairstyles for prom can be elaborate or simple. The simple updo involves pulling the hair back into a ponytail and twisting the ponytail until it forms a chignon. The ends are then pinned into place. More elaborate updos, such as special twists, pin curls and braids can be quite beautiful for prom. Romantic, loose updos also are popular and often require an appointment with a hairdresser, as hair has to be curled before it can be put up. Find photos of updo hairstyles online by searching for 'wedding hair styles' or 'prom hair styles' or looking at celebrity styles.

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