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HAIR & BEAUTY

How to

GET A BAROQUE HAIRSTYLE

DRESS YOUR HAIR IN A COIFFURE THAT TURNS
HEADS, LIKE THE IT-GIRLS IN VERSAILLES PARIS, 1700S

In the 18th century, more was more. Apply a pomade
Extravagance was the leading principle in art,
Prepare a mixture of beef marrow or lard,
music, architecture and, of course, fashion. hazelnut oil and a few drops of lemon
Seldom have hairstyles been so wonderful and essence to set the hair.
fantastic as during the Baroque period.
Ladies all over Europe wanted to imitate
the elaborate styles of the French court, which
took inspiration from everything from political Style scaffold
alliance to major life events. Use wool, tow, a wire frame, or whatever
bulky material you deem appropriate to
While the likes of Madam de Pompadour enlarge the hairstyle.
would employ a team of servants to create her
giant coiffures, beauty blogger Lucy Kyselica
explains how you can do it yourself. For more
of her historic style tips, visit loepsie.com. Seek assistance
To reach maximum height, request help
WHAT YOU’LL from a professional and provide them with
a step-stool for better access.
NEED…

The powder machine
POMADE
Use this bellows-like device to blow an
even amount of powder onto the hair for
a fashionable look.

POWDER

CUSHION

CURLING IRON CURL AND ROLL FRIZZ YOUR HAIR
Divide your hair into front and back sections by parting Separate the remaining hair in two. Tie the back section
01 it parallel to the face, about two inches in and down just 02 away. Going by two-inch sections again, frizz the front
ACCESSORIES
behind the ears. Split the front hair into two-inch sections and hair by coating it with sufficient pomade and powder, and back-
coat each in a good amount of pomade, then apply powder. Curl combing it. Hold the hair firmly away from the head and press
the section with a heated curling iron, roll it up and pin above the comb towards the head so that the hair forms a mat and
the hairline. Repeat with all of the front hair. stands upright.

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