HerLocks | Hairstyle Guides & Methods That Actually Work

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12 Twist Hairstyles for Every Hair Type (Whether You’re Curly, Straight, or Somewhere Between)

These 12 twist hairstyles work on fine, thick, curly, and straight hair. From simple French twists to rope braids, here's exactly how to style each one.

May 7, 2026

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The 6-Step Method for the Perfect Long Hair Updo

May 6, 2026

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What Really Happens When You Try Easy Hair Updos at Home

May 5, 2026

Elegant updo bun at nape of neck showing detailed bobby pin placement and twisted hair sections

What Nobody Tells You About Hair Bun Styles

May 4, 2026

Young woman with elegant twisted prom updo showing romantic side angle and face-framing pieces

Why Prom Hair Updos Are Having a Major Moment Right Now

May 3, 2026

Highlights

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Curly Haircuts for Every Hair Type: 11 Stunning Styles

April 27, 2026

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What Really Happens When You Style Short Braids with Curls

April 16, 2026

Woman with sleek chin-length bob showing glossy finish in soft studio lighting

Why I Will Never Stop Loving Sleek Short Hair

April 15, 2026

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The 7-Step Method for Perfect Short Bob Braids

April 15, 2026

Woman with graduated short bob showing smooth layer transitions from crown to jawline

The Honest Truth About Short Hair Layers (And Why Most People Get Them Wrong)

April 15, 2026

Side by side comparison of woman with chin-length bob and woman with textured pixie cut in studio lighting

Bob Cut vs Pixie Cut: My Honest Take After Trying Both

April 11, 2026

14 90s Layered Bob Cuts That Are Dominating 2026

March 30, 2026

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The 5-Step Method for Styling Thin Curly Hair (Without Weighing It Down)

March 30, 2026

Why Engagement Hairstyles Are Having a Major Moment Right Now

Engagement hairstyles just got a complete makeover. These 6 stunning styles are taking over social media, and one caught me totally off guard.

May 2, 2026

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11 Ponytail Hairstyles From Easiest to Hardest

Ponytails & Updos

April 30, 2026

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11 Simple Hairstyles From Easiest to Hardest: Master Every Level

April 29, 2026

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Layered Cuts vs Blunt Cuts for Wavy Hair: My Honest Take After Trying Both

April 28, 2026

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10 High Bun Hairstyles From Easiest to Hardest (Skill Level Guide)

April 24, 2026

Woman with completed wedding hair down style looking delighted in bright salon mirror

How Wedding Hair Down Completely Transformed My Look

April 23, 2026

Bride in silk robe sitting while professional hair stylist works on updo styling during early morning wedding preparation

What Really Happens When You Do a Bride Hairstyles Updo

April 22, 2026

Woman from behind showing sophisticated updo hairstyle on medium length hair in evening setting

The 5-Step Method for Perfect Updos on Medium Length Hair

April 21, 2026

Woman with elegant high updo showing twisted sections and pin placement in natural lighting

Low Buns vs High Updos: My Honest Take After Trying Both for Weddings

April 20, 2026

Featured

The Mother of the Bride Hairstyles Edit: 12 Curated Looks for Your Special Day

These 12 mother of the bride hairstyles blend elegance with personal style. I've tested each look for comfort and lasting power — number 7 surprised me most.

April 17, 2026

Trending Now

Bride's elegant updo from behind showing intricate twisted sections secured with bobby pins and pearl earrings

What Really Happens When You Get Bride Hairstyles Updo – Behind the Scenes

Getting a bridal updo isn't just sit-and-go. I'm pulling back the curtain on what actually happens during those 3 hours in the chair.

April 15, 2026

Elegant bridal bun hairstyle from behind showing twisted updo with pearl hair pins

The 7-Step Method for the Perfect Bridal Bun

April 15, 2026

My Personal Edit: 9 Shaggy Haircuts Worth Trying

April 15, 2026

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My Personal Edit: 10 Long Wavy Haircuts Worth Trying

April 15, 2026

Woman with perfectly styled shag haircut featuring wispy face-framing bangs and textured layers

An Ode to the Shag with Bangs

The shag with bangs transformed my hair routine completely. Here's why this effortlessly cool cut became my forever style and might be yours too.

April 15, 2026

Woman with elegant mother of the bride updo in luxury hotel lobby with chandelier lighting

My Personal Edit: 12 Mother of the Bride Hairstyles Worth Trying

April 14, 2026

Elegant low chignon showing bobby pin placement at nape of neck with diamond earrings visible

What Really Happens When You DIY a Prom Hair Updo

April 11, 2026

Split comparison of woman with high bun versus woman with low bun, both shown from behind

Low Bun vs High Bun: My Honest Take After Trying Both

April 9, 2026

Seasonal

14 Formal Hair Styles for Every Hair Type

14 stunning formal hairstyles tested on every hair type — from fine to thick, curly to straight. The three-twist technique changed everything for my updos.

April 9, 2026

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12 Spring Hairstyles That Are Dominating 2026

These 12 spring hairstyles are everywhere — from face-framing curtain bangs to lived-in waves. I've tested them all and three completely changed my mind.

April 9, 2026