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Slick black hair is the latest trend we can get behind for a couple reasons.
Its also super easy to achieve, saysAndrew Fitzsimons, a celebrity hairstylist.
This look is also great to do in between wash days.
Below, we asked multiple experts to guide us on how to achieve each slick back hair moment.
Prep the hair with smoothing balm to avoid frizzing and blow dry with a round brush.
Step 2: Apply a shine cream from your root area down through your mid-shaft.
My pro tip is to use flat clips to hold everything in place, suggests Brice.
Allow a moment for everything to set and remove clips.
This pick from amika works to smooth down locks and tame any flyaways before styling your hair.
3.amika Supernova Moisture and Shine Cream
The slicked back look is all about shine.
Middle parts are still in, but the side part is coming back, too, says Devillier.
Using a paddle brush, brush your hair back in sections, using product for hold.
Once all back, wrap a ponytail holder around the hairfor thicker hair, use two ponytail holders.
Step 2: This step is all about refinement.
Spray any loose hair, flyaways, or baby hair down.
Use a fine tooth comb to tighten up that sleek look, suggests Devillier.
I love spraying the comb with the hairspray before combing.
Step 3: Finally, you want to spray down your look.
This one from Aveda is ideal for smoothing hair and is made with high-quality materials that will last.
In addition to heat protection, hair oil will also add a little extra shine.
Step 2: Using a grooming brush, start brushing your hair back.
Emulsify about a nickel size of shine cream in your hands and apply to hair.
This helps to calm flyaways but also helps give control as you secure your pony.
Step 3: Secure your ponytail using a bungee.
Finish with a hairspray if needed.
Its my favorite for adding texture to styles, she explains.
