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There’s red carpet hair, and then there’s Zendaya-at-The-Odyssey-premiere hair — on this press tour it’s been soft, “undone,” and full of movement. For the New York City premiere, Zendaya’s gown brought all the drama — ethereal, sculptural, and impossible to miss – so celebrity hairstylist Coree Moreno went the opposite direction, using Nexxus to get there.
“The inspiration was modern romance with an effortless sensibility. Zendaya’s gown had such an ethereal, sculptural presence that I wanted the hair to feel soft, lived-in, and full of movement. Rather than creating something overly polished, I focused on texture that felt naturally evolved throughout the day. The loose face-framing pieces and airy finish complemented the drama of the dress without competing with it,” Moreno explains.
Read further to see exactly how Moreno accomplished this look with each Nexxus product used.
Get the Look
- Prep damp hair with Nexxus Prep & Protect Heat Defense Spray to shield the hair from heat while creating a smooth foundation for styling.
- Blow-dry the hair with natural volume before using a medium curling iron to create loose bends, alternating the direction of each section for a more organic finish.
- Once the curls have cooled, gently brush them out and use your fingers to encourage soft separation and movement. Mist Nexxus AIR SHAPE Workable Hold Texture Spray throughout the mid-lengths and ends to add airy volume, effortless lived-in texture, and flexible hold while maintaining natural movement.
- Gather the hair into a loose, deconstructed fishtail braid, keeping the tension relaxed. Gently pull apart sections of the braid to create fullness and dimension, leaving soft face-framing pieces around the hairline for an effortlessly romantic finish.
- Finish by misting Nexxus Maxximum Firm Hold Hairspray to lock in the style while maintaining a touchable, flexible feel.
Moreno’s pro tip – “Don’t be afraid to pull out a few face-framing pieces — the beauty of this look is that it feels perfectly imperfect.”
Plan on recreating this look with one of your clients? Shop the exact Nexxus products at nexxus.com then, tag @readthetease on Instagram and TikTok so we can see your take.
