Never has one woman inspired so many cases of hair envy. From America's first glimpse of Jennifer Aniston's now legendary Friends shag to her most recent sleek, modern bob, women everywhere have longed to have locks just like hers. We asked celebrity stylist John Masters, of The John Masters Salon in Soho, for some professional advice on how to get this chin-length look that will make you the envy of all your friends.
STEP 1 If you have color-treated hair like Jennifer's, use a moisturizing shampoo -- if not, a shampoo for normal hair is fine. Use a detangler to condition. This will help the hair look smooth and shiny without weighing it down.
STEP 2 Towel-dry the hair, and apply a volumizer at the roots. Using a comb, create a "messy" part by allowing the hair to follow its own course. You don't want it to look too precise. Jennifer's starts a little off center and ends toward the middle of the head.
STEP 3 Pre-dry the hair by running your fingers through it as you apply low heat. You want your hair to be damp but not wet before you start to style.
STEP 4 Begin styling the back sections of hair first. Working from underneath, use a jumbo round brush to guide the hair straight down while applying medium high heat. Let the ends of the hair curl under very slightly as they fall off the brush. Repeat this process for the entire head.
STEP 5 Warm a small amount of styling pomade in the palm of your hands. Starting about an inch from the roots, work through the hair to the ends. (If your hair is naturally straight and fine, you may want to skip this step, as the pomade could make your hair look heavy.)
Recommended Products:
John Masters Organics Lavender Rosemary Shampoo for Normal Hair
This all-natural shampoo, infused with chamomile and sage, is the perfect choice for non-color-treated hair.
Price: $14.50 for 8 oz.
Available: Barneys New York, JohnMasters.com
John Masters Organics Evening Primrose Shampoo for Dry Hair
If your hair is color-treated like Jennifer's, try this naturally hydrating shampoo to get your style off to a soft, shiny start.
Price: $14.50 for 8 oz.
Available: Barneys New York, JohnMasters.com
John Masters Organics Phyto-Aroma Detanglers
As an alternative to heavy conditioners, try this lightweight formula to enhance this sleek style. Choose from two all-natural aromas, rosemary and peppermint or citrus and neroli.
Price: $14.50 for 8 oz.
Available: Barneys New York, JohnMasters.com
John Masters Organics Deep Scalp Follicle Treatment and Volumizer
This product not only gives your hair great volume and lift, it also works to promote a healthy scalp and encourage hair growth.
Price: $20 for 2 oz.
Available: Barneys New York, JohnMasters.com
John Masters Organics Hair Pomade
Made of a rich blend of organic bees wax and pure essential oil, this light pomade adds incredible moisture and shine to the hair. It's the perfect finishing touch.
Price: $20 for 2 oz.
Available: Barneys New York, JohnMasters.com
