For the past few weeks, I’ve been super low maintenance when it comes to hair and makeup. Part of me felt like I was still detoxing from all the glitz and glam of the holidays, but now that February is around the corner, I’m itching to switch it up again and try something new. I walked into Ulta the other day and omg, it was inspiration heaven! You know how much I love gold, and especially rose gold, so of course, I could not take my eyes off the new Hot Tools Rose Gold Collection that just launched!
Fun fact: Hot Tools was the first professional hair tool line that I purchased for myself out of college. I remember that curling iron was my little sidekick for years and years, and I couldn’t resist going back to my roots and picking up the newest Hot Tools Black Rose Iconic Salon Dryer and Hot Tools Golden Rose 1 1/4″ Flipperless Curling Wand to try!
Hot Tools Hair Dryer | Hot Tools 1.25″ Curling Wand
The Hot Tools Hair Dryer and Curling Wand are loaded with technology and looks just as sleek! The contrast of the rose gold against the black is just stunning and I could not wait to start using it.
Hot Tools Ionic Salon Hair Dryer – $99.99
I started off with the Hot Tools Black Rose Ionic Salon Dryer and had it tackle my wet hair straight out of the shower. The Hot Tools hair dryer is designed with ionic technology, which both helps in minimizing frizz as well as speeds up the drying process. My hair can be pretty unruly, especially in the dry wintertime months with frizz and static flyaways, but I could not have been more impressed with the smooth shine of my hair once I was finished!
The Hot Tools Ionic Salon Dryer is one of the most powerful dryers on the market, with both tourmaline and ceramic ion technology that protects the outside of the hair shaft while also heating hair from the inside. There are six speeds and heat combinations, so I love that I can customize the setting exactly to how I like it but also use it for my kids’ on the lower heat settings. For only $99.99, the dryer even comes with a diffuser and concentrator — such an amazing value!!
Hot Tools Golden Rose 1 1/4″ Flipperless Curling Wand – $79.99
Next, I moved onto the Hot Tools Curling Wand and if you follow me on Instagram stories, you know that this tool is a new favorite. I was immediately impressed with how quickly the wand heated up (I’ll be the first to admit that I can be impatient when I’m trying to finish getting ready to head out the door on time!). The heat setting goes up to 450 degrees with a digital display and a knob dial that allowed me to set exactly my desired temperature.
The 1 1/4″ barrel size is also perfect for creating those gorgeous glamorous curls, but what I was most surprised to see was just how long my curls lasted. My hair is pretty stubborn when it comes to holding a curl, but my curls have been lasting 3-4 days — even through workouts, ponytail/bun hairstyles, and sleep! The price of
$79.99 is incredible as the results truly rival that of more expensive options!
Valentine’s Hairstyle – Mini Bow Hair Updo Tutorial
Since Valentine’s Day is just a couple short weeks away, I wanted to share a super quick tutorial on a hairstyle that would be perfect for a girls’ or date night out. I’m not a hair person, so you can bet that this tutorial is about as easy as it gets! The only tools you’ll need are the curling wand, a hair tie, and a few bobby pins.
Step one of the updo involves curling your entire head with the Hot Tools curling wand. Can we just take a moment here and appreciate the shiny bouncy curls? It’s no doubt why I’m so obsessed with this curling wand!
Once the entire head is curled, separate out a top portion of your hair. Tie it off with the hair tie, but keeping it looped partially through on the last loop as shown in the left picture above. You don’t want too much hair pulled out (probably around 4″) as this will later turn into the “bow” portion of the hairstyle.
Pull apart the loop into two even sections and these will turn into the two loops of your bow updo.
Then, take a small section of hair that wasn’t pulled through and loop it around the hair tie. Pin down the remaining extra. This will help keep the hair separated and finish off that “bow” hairstyle! I finished off by adding just a few more bobby pins on each side of my hair “bow” just to give it a bit more shape / fluff as well as to secure everything in place. But that is it and seriously, in under 10 minutes you have a cute updo that you can wear for date night / girls’ night!
Give this super easy Valentine’s hairstyle a try and I’d love to know how it works for you! And be sure to bring the latest rose gold Hot Tools collection into your styling collection and have your hair styling collection be just as beautiful as your closet!
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Thank you to Hot Tools for partnering on this post. All opinions are honest and my own.
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Cathy says
What a cute hairstyle! I will have to try this out!
XOXO
Cathy
Avani says
Love the hairstyles!! Gotto try out..
Avani says
Looks like I need that curling wand. Your hair looks so shiny BTW!
Lyddiegal says
What a fun simple style – I’m always looking for pretty ways to put my hair up with minimal effort!
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e says
this is such a cute look!
Kim says
This hairstyle is so cute! Thanks for sharing how to style it like this.. I will definitely have to try out!
xoxo,
Kim
Laura Leigh says
It looks so adorable! I absolutely love it – such a fun, easy look to switch things up!
xo Laura Leigh
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Stephanie says
Suddenly I’m wishing I hadn’t just chopped 8″ off my hair – I don’t have enough to make this work now haha! But it’s so dang cute.
Greta says
Your hair is so long and gorgeous! I wish mine looked like yours.
Ruth Ridley says
I need these hair tools!! Your hair looks AMAZING!
Nancy says
That s fun! And fabulous!
Laura || Walking in Memphis in High Heels says
This is such a cute updo! I am loving the little bow that you made with your hair! The curls look so shiny!
Taylor Mobley says
I am a big fan of half up half down styles!
Deborah says
Oh wow, these hot tools look amazing! No wonder your hair is always fabulous! What a gorgeous updo!
Tara Fuller says
this makes me miss having long hair! so pretty!
JASMINE VARGAS says
This hairstyle is freaking cute. I would totally rock it for Valentine’s Day.
Torey says
Totally trying this tmrw! So cute!
Nailil says
Love your hair! This looks like the perfect hair style for Valentine’s Day.
Xx, Nailil
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Azanique S Rawl says
I love this style! So pretty 🙂
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Megan says
That is just the cutest hair style. That is perfect for Valentines Day. I would wear that any time of the week.
Delia Atenea says
This updo is so perfect and romantic for Valentines day! By the way your hair is so shiny and healthy!
Lindsay says
Hot Tools curling irons are my favorite! Your hair looks so cute
Erica @ Coming Up Roses says
SO PRETTY – and I lovelovelove how simple it is to recreate, too!
ashley hargrove says
Oh my gosh this hair style is so cute!! I’ll have to try this with my shorter hair and hope it works! 😉
Caitlin says
I love how you did this! I am definitely going to have to try it with my hair.
Rachel says
This hair style is so romantic and elegant! You have beautiful locks! I’ll have to try to duplicate this look soon!
adriana says
It looks sooo cute! I have to try it out!
Kelsey says
Super, super cute! I love that it’s a new spin on the half-up top knot.
Sara Kelley says
Gorgeous curls! I love looking up hair tutorials. I’m so bad at curling my hair but I think it’s a matter of practicing and having the right tools. I don’t have a very good curling wand, so I will need to invest in one! I’ve heard so many good things about hot tools, I’ll check them out now. Thanks for sharing girl!
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Ruth says
Oh this is just the cutest hairstyle!
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Virginia says
Beautiful hair-style and I can’t believe how easy it is! The wand looks pretty amazing too! 😉
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Sami | The Classic Brunette says
OMG this hairstyle is SO cute! And so easy to follow, I’ll definitely try this out on myself!
xo
Sami
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Gervin Khan says
Wow! I totally love you hairstyle. You look amazingly mesmerizing on the hairstyle. Thanks for sharing this to us and will definitely try it in my hair.