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One of the most recognizable fashion trends of the 1980s is, of course, big hair! Part dry hair into one- to two-inch sections. Back-comb the hair towards the root with a long-tail comb. Spray each section with a firm-hold hairspray as you go, and then apply a final all-over mist of spray once finished. Start with the lower layer of your hair and work upwards towards the top of your head in order to conceal the teasing. If you have short hair in the front, top, or all over, decide if you want to spike or curl it to achieve a glam 80s look. Using a large-barrel curling iron, take a thin layer of bangs closest to your forehead, and curl it under. Then make one or more large, back- or side-facing curl(s) on top. To spike your hair, massage a dollop of pomade into your hair, and push your hair up and back with your fingers or a brush. Seal either look with a heavy-hold hair spray and a blast of air from a hair dryer. Pull your hair up so that it sits in a bunch somewhere between the top and crown of your head. Alternately, you can gather all of your long hair to one side a few inches above your ear. Secure it with a hair elasticor, better yet, a glam take on a scrunchie! Another option for an 80s updo is a big, messy topknot bun. Use an all-over mist of firm-hold hair spray to keep the look in place. Do this to all of your hair, or just certain sections. Use a hair crimper with a zig-zag pattern to achieve crimped hair. To get tight 80s curls that mimic the then-popular perm, use a curling iron with a small barrel, such as 3/8 of an inch. For a similarly springy look, tightly braid into sections hair that is just slightly damp, and leave it in overnight. Alternately, you can put your hair in Jheri curls. Hair irons utilize varying heat settings, so follow the instructions that came with your hair iron to know how long to hold it to your hair. If you don't have the instructions, look on your hair iron for the brand name and model of the product, then search online for its instruction manual. Wear a head band with a large, floppy bow. Or, add a fancy bandana in lieu of a headband. If you want your hair up, secure it with a banana clip!
Tease your hair. Style short hair. Put long hair in a high or side ponytail. Crimp or curl your tresses. Add a hair accessory.