How to Get Salon-Quality Bridal Hair at Home with a Thermal Round Brush

Every bride wants perfect, polished wedding hair as she walks down the aisle. But nailing that bridal look at home can be intimidating. With the right tools and technique, you can style your own picture-perfect hair. One of the best tools you need to achieve professional-quality at-home hair styling is the Amika thermal round brush. It’s the easy way to get professional-quality hair without leaving your home. 

Let’s look at some ways to get your hair looking wedding-ready without breaking the bank!

Getting Ready for the Big Day

Great prepping and proper bridal hair styling will create salon bridal hair if you want to look your best for your day! Hair should be hydrated and healthy. Consider a deep conditioning treatment a few days before the wedding. 

Preparing Your Hair for Styling

Before you style, it’s important to prep the hair first. Begin with freshly washed, towel-dried hair. Then, spritz strands with heat protectant to protect hair from damage or dryness. This is particularly important when using heated tools. Next, you want to detangle the hair with a wide-tooth comb. The more smooth and tangle-free your strands are, the easier they are to style.

Plan Ahead 

Weddings typically have a theme right, and you most likely have been picturing your big day since you were a kid. That being said, based on that perfect vision, create a mood board with some ideas that relate to your wedding theme and your dress. Then, based on that, go over to social media and look up some tutorials!

Tools Of TheTrade

Make sure you are ready to do battle with your hair and achieve the style that you want. You should have bobby pins, hair spray, mousse, hair ties, a flat iron, and a blowout tool like the Amika thermal brush.

Remember we talked about doing some research and preparation? This is where it comes in handy. Get the tools listed or mentioned in those tutorials also, get some all-rounder tools for example, bobby pins are always handy, hair spray will make sure your style stays in place, and the Amika thermal brush can give you a blowout, straighten your hair, and deal with frizz.

Step-by-Step Guide to Salon-Quality Bridal Hair

1. Creating Voluminous Waves

Once hair is prepped, divide it into sections to create a more polished look. Grab the Amika thermal round brush and wrap your hair around the barrel. Hold the brush vertically and slowly glide it down the length of the hair while turning to make loose waves. 

Continue styling the hair using this same technique in sections. Curl the middle and ends of your hair only for a soft and casual finish. The brush can also be used to create volume at the root by lifting the hair with the brush and blow-drying the hair at the root as you hold the brush underneath the hair. This lifts the hair at the root and creates a fuller look.

2. Achieving Sleek, Straight Hair

To create a sleek and polished hairstyle, use the Amika thermal round brush to style the hair straight in sections like mentioned above, except circle the brush from the root instead of the middle of the hair. Then, glide the brush down the length of the hair while using the heat from a blow dryer to press the hair. 

This will eliminate frizz and create a smooth, clean finish. For an ultra-shiny and sleek finish, take it one step further and use the flat iron when you finish styling with the brush. Run the flat iron over the hair you just styled with the thermal brush to create even sleeker strands.

3. Elegant Updos

Updos have become a traditional choice for wedding days, and with the thermal round brush, there are simple steps to replicate the look at home. Begin by wrapping your hair around the brush to create curls. After following the first step, you’ll notice that you have loose waves. 

After curling your hair, gather your hair up into a low bun or a sleek chignon to put an effortless spin on your glam look. Secure the updo with bobby pins, and lastly, use some light-hold hairspray for extra staying power. For an even more complex updo, try adding braids or twists. The thermal round brush is a great tool to add volume or texture to updos.

4. Finishing Touches

When finished with the style of the entire hair, maximum finish with a flexible hold hairspray, and it can be sprayed and apply a drop of shine serum on the ends of the hair.

Bridal Hairstyles to Try

1. Romantic Waves

Soft bridal waves are always in style. Think of them reminiscent of  ocean waves —and that is undeniably romantic! You can style the hair using the thermal brush for the mid-length to ends to get a gentle wave styling. Today, you can add a hair accessory with sparkle. Just be sure to be minimalistic with the accessories!

2. Classic Chignon

The bride’s chignon is always an elegant, timeless style. Style the hair using soft waves, comb it into a low bun, and insert hairpins to secure the chignon. Keep out some pieces behind the front part to keep the look soft and romantic.

3. Half-Up, Half-Down

This look is perfect for the bride wanting to have it all! Curl the bottom of your hair to create soft waves with the thermal brush. Curl the hair on top and gather it into a half-up style. Then, add a hairpin to finish. Get the best of both worlds!

4. Boho Braids

For a laid-back, bohemian style, add some braids to your hair. Create loose waves with the Amika thermal round brush and randomly braid small sections. Wrap the braids around one another and secure them with clear elastic bands, if needed. Finish with a soft hold hairspray.

Choosing the Right Hairstyle for Your Wedding Theme

1. Vintage Glamour

For a bride with a vintage theme, consider deciding between a retro wave or a classic updo. To achieve those old Hollywood glam curls that are perfect for the vintage feel, the thermal round brush is your winner.

2. Bohemian Chic

A boho bride should consider effortless loose waves, braids, and natural textures. For a soft wave, use the Amika thermal round brush and add little braids to create a boho flow.

3. Modern Elegance

A modern bride would look amazing in a sleek, straight style or chic chignon. The thermal round brush will guide you to the finish line with a smooth, polished look that is conducive to a modern bridal look.

4. Rustic Romance

A rustic bride gives an effortless and natural style. Consider soft waves and a half-up, half-down style. For a little extra style, get your hands on a thermal round brush to help add in volume and texture. A floral crown to tie it all together and a little touch of romance.

Styling for Different Hair Lengths and Textures

1. Short Hair

Short hair offers volume and texture. For a soft wave or to help straighten out the ends, the brush will help you enhance your short hairstyle.

2. Medium Hair

Medium hair gives a little bit of play. Create soft waves, sleekness, or an updo with the Amika thermal round brush. This versatile bridal length is sure to give you a variety of desired bridal styles.

3. Long Hair

Long hair gives a bride endless opportunities. Whether creating waves, a detailed updo, or both, the thermal round brush will help manage and style your long hair with ease.

4. Curly Hair

Embrace your curls and use the thermal round brush to define them more! To switch up your curls, use the brush to straighten or create softness.

5. Fine Hair

Fine hair can use the thermal round brush to help add volume and body. Start by adding volume products and lift sections of hair with the brush to achieve the desired fullness.

6. Thick Hair

Thick hair can be tamed and styled with the right tool. Using it can help create smoothness or bigger waves. Tie your whole look together by creating a polished, controlled look.

Maintaining Your Style

To keep your hairstyle looking fresh throughout the day, make sure to set your style with a strong hold hairspray. Try to keep your hands off your hair—frequent touching can lead to frizz and lost volume. Don’t use your fingers as a comb either!

Bring a small bag with extra bobby pins, travel-size hairspray, and a mini hairbrush for touch-ups. Also, allow enough time on your wedding day for your hair to complete your style. You don’t want to be stressed and end up making a mistake. 

Don’t panic if something goes wrong. There’s always a solution. Also, have a friend or your bridesmaid who’s beauty-savvy around and save yourself the headache of having to problem-solve. Finally, you may want to try out your hairstyle a few times before your wedding day.

You can easily transform your hair into salon-worthy bridal hair at home. The thermal round brush will help you create beautiful, professional hairstyles without having to make a trip to the salon. Follow the steps and tips from the guide to help you style your hair with ease on your big day.

Nuance is your friend. Take time before your wedding to experiment and play with different styles and techniques. Remember, with enough patience, and the right technique, you can float down that aisle sporting salon-quality hair that pairs perfectly with your wedding dress and that radiant smile of yours. So, grab your Amika thermal round brush and get started, because wedding day hair is about to be served!