HerLocks | Hairstyle Guides & Methods That Actually Work

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What Really Happens When You Create Curly Updos

Curly updos aren't the nightmare you think they are. I've cracked the 6-step process that actually works — step 4 is the game-changer most stylists skip.

July 16, 2026

My Personal Edit: 9 Wavy Lobs Worth Trying This Season

July 15, 2026

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11 Cornrow Hairstyles Natural Hair for Every Hair Type

July 14, 2026

9 Easy Straight Hairstyles From Easiest to Hardest

Straight & Sleek

July 13, 2026

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An Ode to Blonde Wavy Hair: Why This Look Still Makes My Heart Skip

Curly & Wavy

July 12, 2026

Highlights

Woman with textured boy cut showing piece-y layers and natural movement in studio lighting

Everything You’ve Heard About Boy Cuts for Women Is Wrong

June 29, 2026

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The Salon Secret Behind Perfect Wendy Cuts

June 29, 2026

90s Layered Bob Hairstyles That Genuinely Flatter Every Face Shape

Bob Styles

June 25, 2026

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The Short Hair Edit: 11 Styles Worth Trying This Season

Pixie Cuts

June 20, 2026

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9 Curly Prom Hair Trends That Are Dominating 2026

June 13, 2026

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The Salon Secret Behind Perfect Shaggy Wolf Cuts

May 20, 2026

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The 7-Step Method for Perfect Short Bob Braids

May 18, 2026

Woman with sleek short pixie cut showing clean lines and smooth texture in studio lighting

An Ode to Sleek Short Hair: Why This Cut Will Always Have My Heart

May 17, 2026

Why Red Carpet Hairstyles Over 40 Is Having a Major Moment Right Now

Red carpet hairstyles over 40 are finally having their moment. These 5 looks are everywhere in 2024 — and one completely changed how I think about aging gracefully.

July 11, 2026

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12 Wedding Guest Hairstyles Summer 2026 That Are Dominating the Season

July 10, 2026

Woman with elegant twisted updo hairstyle at formal wedding reception with diamond earrings

What Really Happens Behind the Scenes of Formal Updos for Weddings & Prom

July 9, 2026

Bride with romantic half up half down hairstyle and flowing veil in outdoor setting

What Nobody Tells You About Bride Hairstyles Half Up Half Down

July 8, 2026

Woman with mid-length layered hair showing natural waves and face-framing cut

Mid Length Hair vs Long Hair: My Honest Take After Years of Both

Shoulder-Length

July 7, 2026

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Why Mid Length Wavy Haircuts Are Having a Major Moment Right Now

Curly & Wavy

July 5, 2026

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The Salon Secret Behind Perfect Shaggy Wolf Cuts

July 4, 2026

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The Complete Guide to Styling Your Shoulder Length Haircut

July 3, 2026

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Collarbone Length Hair vs Shoulder-Length: My Honest Take After Trying Both

Shoulder-Length

July 2, 2026

Featured

What Really Happens When You Create Bride Hairstyles with Veil Updo

Bride hairstyles with veil updo aren't the 20-minute Instagram version. Here's what actually happens — the prep, the pins, and why step 4 changes everything.

July 2, 2026

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The Honest Truth About Shoulder Length Braids (They’re Not What You Think)

Shoulder length braids work on 90% of face shapes — if you know these 5 placement secrets. I tested every technique and found the game-changer.

July 1, 2026

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11 Summer Braids That Are Dominating 2026

July 1, 2026

What Really Happens When You Plan South Indian Wedding Hairstyles with Braids

July 1, 2026

Bride with elegant twisted updo and cathedral veil shown from side angle with pearl earrings

What Really Happens When You Do Wedding Hair Updo with Veil

July 1, 2026

Close-up of feminine hands weaving three hair strands in braiding motion with detailed finger positioning

The 5-Step Method for Perfect Two Braids Every Time

My 5-step method for flawless two braids that stay neat all day. I struggled for years until I discovered the sectioning trick in step 3.

Braided Styles

June 30, 2026

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12 Best Grad Hairstyles, Ranked by a Stylist

Formal Updos

June 30, 2026

Woman with perfectly layered shoulder-length hair showing subtle highlights from jawline to crown

The Honest Truth About Hairstyles for Layered Hair

Layered Cuts

June 29, 2026

Woman with elegant low ponytail and face-framing layers in soft cafe window lighting

12 Cute Easy Hairstyles From Easiest to Hardest

Ponytails & Updos

June 28, 2026

Seasonal

Woman with prominent forehead showing textured side-swept bangs and face-framing layers in soft beauty lighting

Everything You’ve Heard About Big Forehead Hairstyles Is Wrong

Stop hiding behind blunt bangs — big forehead hairstyles work best with strategic volume and angles. These 5 myths keep you stuck with unflattering cuts.