Recreate Maleah Joi Moon’s Met Gala ’24 Finger Waves with These Steps from Monae Everett

For a Met Gala first-timer, Broadway’s “Hell’s Kitchen” star Maleah Joi Moon kept her cool. Wearing a stunning floral gown from fashion renegades Collina Strada, the singer-actress also rocked timeless finger waves care of celebrity hairstylist Monae Everett which perfectly fit the Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion, “The Garden of Time,” theme.

“For this momentous occasion, we channeled the elegance of the 1920s with a sleek hairstyle that revived the era’s iconic finger waves. We selected top-notch products from Curls to enhance and define Maleah’s natural hair texture. Additionally, we utilized the precision of a Denman Brush to meticulously sculpt the waves, marrying classic style with modern sophistication.” Obsessed is an understatement.

Everett shared how to recreate this timeless style with The Tease — scroll for her expert advice!

Get the Look:

1. Preparation and Moisturizing — Apply Curls Blueberry Bliss Aloe & Blueberry Juice Moisturizer to damp hair. This will add shine, help prevent breakage, and strengthen the strands.
2. Sealing in Moisture — Add a drop of Curls Blueberry & Mint Hair and Scalp Strengthening Oil to lock in moisture, ensuring the hair remains hydrated and fortified.
3. Setting the Foundation — Apply Curls Blueberry Bliss Repair & Grow Sculpting Mousse to the hair. Proceed with a wrap setting technique on the entire head to create a smooth and firm base for the hairstyle.
4. Smoothing — Use the Denman Brush Edge Tamer to meticulously smooth down the cropped sides and back of the head.
5. Drying — Dry the hair thoroughly using the Dyson Supersonic blow dryer.
6. Adding Texture — After drying, reapply a drop of Curls Blueberry & Mint Hair and Scalp Strengthening Oil. Loosen the wrap set by gently blow-drying the hair with the Denman Brush D4 Original 9 Row Styler. Create loose curls throughout the hair using a small flat iron to add volume and movement.
7. Enhancing the Style — Add hair extensions at the hairline to increase length and fullness. Smooth the hair into waves around the face using Curls Blueberry Bliss Control Paste for precision styling.
8. Detailing and Final Touches — Use Curls Blueberry Bliss Control Paste to slick down the edges and sculpt large, defined waves. Employ the Denman Brush D81M Style & Shine Brush With Synthetic Bristles to sleek all the hair down, enhancing the smoothness and shine.

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