THE SUMMER HAIRSTYLE YOU NEED TO TRY: THE SIZZLING SUMMER BUN!

Get ready to join the viral hair trend that has taken TikTok by storm: the sizzling summer bun! With users raving about its stunningly glossy appearance and easy execution, this bun is not just a fashion statement, but also a protective shield against summer's toughest hair challenges – frizz and UV rays. 

And what are the must-haves for creating this beauty? Pop & Lock and Cult Favorite.

These summer hair heroes cover all the bases - Pop & Lock gives your hair the perfect amount of slip, grip and gloss for effortless braiding while Cult Favorite delivers the brushable, non-sticky, staying power needed to give you the perfect snatched look. Together, they smooth frizz, add moisture, prevent colour fade, and offer vital UV protection!

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Pop & Lock High Gloss Finish

Pop & Lock High Gloss Finish

Glossing serum smooths frizz, seals split ends, prevents colour fade, has UV + heat protection

Glossing serum smooths frizz, temporarily seals split ends, prevents colour fade, has UV + heat protection

£21.50

WHY IT'S WOW

  • Combines the conditioning benefits of an oil with the shine power of a serum
  • Ultra-light, non-greasy
  • Sparkling high-gloss finish locks down the cuticle and seals split ends
  • 3 levels of heat protection
  • Protects against UV rays and colour fade
Cult Favorite Firm + Flexible Hairspray

Cult Favorite Firm + Flexible Hairspray

Lightweight spray for all-day, flexible, brushable hold; Heat protection; Non-yellowing

Lightweight spray for all-day, flexible, brushable hold; Heat protection; Non-yellowing

£26.50

WHY IT'S WOW

  • Flexible, firm hold and style control that’s never sticky or stiff
  • Won’t build up and is totally brushable
  • Non-yellowing, doesn’t darken or dull shine
  • Heat protection, UV protection, humidity-resistant

Step 1: Apply a pea-size amount of Pop & Lock throughout dry hair to add slip + grip for easier braiding and an ultra-shiny finish.

Step 2: Brush hair back into a sleek low pony (it should sit at the nap of your neck).

Step 3: Liberally spray Cult Favorite all over top of head to smooth down any remaining flyaways and secure the snatched pony.

Step 4: Braid the pony all the way down the length of the hair and secure with a small, clear elastic band.

Step 5: Take the braid and wrap it around the top elastic to form a bun and secure with bobby pins.