This is Us star, Mandy Moore came & conquered at the MTV Movie Awards with her mermaid-length pony and sultry eye makeup. Recreating Mandy’s low, ombre ponytail is actually easier than you think. With the helpful tips from celebrity stylist, Ashley Streicher, I’ve broken down the look for all of you! Let’s get started!
The Products
1. Pro Beauty Tools 3-in-1 Copper Ceramic Styling Wand Kit ($47.81)
For Mandy’s look, Streicher wrapped all the hair from Mandy’s 18-inch low ponytail around the 1 1/2 inch barrel attachement of the Pro Beauty Tools 3-in-1 Copper Ceramic Styling Wand Kit. This gave Mandy’s pony some texture and a bit of volume to bring some life to her mermaid-length pony. This Kit is great because it comes with 3 of the most popular barrel sizes (1″, 1-1/2″ and Tapered), allowing for endless looks including natural-looking curls, loose beach waves, and glamorous volume. Each barrel also features Worldwide Dual Voltage so you can bring these styling wands anywhere you go. Buy at AMAZON.
2. Revlon Pro Collection Carbon Straightening Combs ($6.99)
Use the Revlon Carbon Straightening Comb to brush hair tight into the pony like Mandy’s. This step is important because Mandy’s ponytail is pulled back very sleekly with no flyaways in sight. These Straightening Combs are even specially designed with carbon material which is naturally anti-static, reducing any frizz or flyaways while you brush. Buy at AMAZON.
3. Goody Ouchless Elastic Black (17 ct) ($2.50)
After smoothing and combing hair back into a pony, secure with a Goody Ouchless Elastic Black hairtie (or use a color that closely matches your hair). These elastics offer a snug fit which is ideal for recreating Mandy’s tightly secured pony. These nylon elastics also provide a comfortable texture that doesn’t pull or snag hair when adjoined. Buy at TARGET.
4. Goody SlideProof Bobby Slides (16 ct) ($2.89)
For this next step, her stylist Ashley Streicher took a weft of Mandy’s hair to wrap around her ponytail, and then secured in place with bobby pins. I recommend using the Goody SlideProof Bobby Slides since they were designed for thicker hair, and thus offer a stronger hold. These Bobby Slides are also extra-long in length, so they are able to hold more hair and conceal more flyaways. Buy at TARGET.
5. Marc Anthony Grow Long Volumizing Texture Spray ($8.99)
To finish off the look, use the Marc Anthony Grow Long Volumizing Texture Spray throughout the ponytail only. This dual purpose light-weight spray builds instant volume and fullness with a long-lasting hold. It also creates effortless, tousled texture as well as removes excess oils which will give you the matte finish just like Mandy has. Buy at WALGREENS, ULTA or AMAZON.
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