Frankie had a great time this lunchtime answering questions from various brides in a forum on
You & Your Wedding about Wedding Hair.
We though that many of the questions might strike a chord with other readers (bridal or not) of our blog so thought you might appreciate her fabulous advice...
Frankie's Introduction:
Good afternoon everyone,
I’m Frankie, Style Director at Daniel Galvin in Central London and I spend many of my Saturdays in the salon creating beautiful hairdos for my bridal clients.
Weddings are so stressful, the last thing you want is for your hair to be an added source of anxiety. The most important thing, in my opinion is to get your hair in good condition prior to your Big Day and have a really good idea of what you want your hair to look like: it’s a good plan to have a few practices with your hairdresser beforehand.
So please feel free ask me anything hair-related - whether you have issues with your condition, you don’t know which style will go with your dress or you want to find the best ‘do to go under your veil, I will be happy to help out in any way that I can.
Best,
Frankie x
Frizzy, Damaged Curly Hair
Lucy asked:
Hi Frankie
I am trying to grow my hair for my wedding next August and I wonder if there are any products that you can recommend that will help speed this up and strengthen my hair. Naturally my hair is very curly but for the past 7 years have straightened it daily with hair straightners and have also used a chemical straightnign products on it.
As a result it is super frizzy, weak, split and damaged. I am now trying to wear my hair up more so as not to straighten it, however it seems that just as it is growing a bit, the ends split and I have to get it all chopped off to stop it looking so terrible.
Please help me have beautiful wedding day hair.
Lucy x
Frankie answered:
Hi Lucy,
Straightening is notoriously bad for the hair – it weakens & damages it & it’s a vicious cycle as the hair becomes more & more fizzy and unmanageable, as you have discovered.
There are lots of fantastic products out there which will help to remedy this issue. I would recommend coming into the salon & having our Keratin treatment. It’s strengthening, it restructures your hair, will tame the frizz & leave your locks looking glossy & sleek.
As for products to use on a daily basis, I would recommend using Bain de Force by Kerastase to shampoo your hair & their Ciment Anti-Usure as your conditioner. Also I would recommend doing a weekly masque. I also have a great belief in ‘Phyto’ Hair & Nail vitamin formula. I have seen great results in my clients over the past few years.
Make sure you have small, regular cuts every 8 weeks and by next August you should have beautiful, long, glossy hair leaving you free to enjoy your day!
Frankie x
Split Ends!
Boopy07 asked:
Hi Frankie,
I have quite curly, dull, mid length dark hair. It is quite coarse and I seem to be suffering from some split ends.
I would dearly love to have glossy, shiny hair for my wedding (like Courtney Cox) but don't know what to do to achieve this!
I am intending to have my hair in a low bun, swept to one side with a birdcage veil and some sparkly bits in the bun but I am worried about the dreaded frizzy bits appearing on the top of my head and sound the sides
Please help me achieve lovely glossy hair - am on a bit of a tight budget like most brides!
Thank you x
Frankie answered:
Hi Boopy,
With regards to dull hair there are some great glossing products on the market. I’d really recommend the vegetable dyes that we do here at Daniel Galvin, that give you a more luscious shine & depth.
I love the idea of the hairdo you are going for; maybe have your hair blow-dried the day before to let it settle down & to avoid fluffy hair. A good blow dry is VERY important to help prevent frizzing.
For a natural hold, Bumble and Bumble Prep spray is perfect, as well as helping to weather-proof the hair by locking down the cuticles. Then, to give your hair a sleek appearance & to banish the frizziness, use some hair taming products for the day, such as Kerastase Elixir Ultime or Lumiere Nutri-Sculpt for iridescent shine.
Enjoy your day!
Frankie x
To Permanent Blow Dry or Not?
Missy Moo B asked:
Hi Frankie,
Like Boopy07, I have really curly hair. It's in pretty good condition but has always been frizzy, especially if it's wet or humid. I want to wear it down and naturally curly for my wedding but want to try and stop the frizz attacks! I've heard a lot about permanent blowdrys and my friend (who has straight ish hair) had it done and it looks fab. Could it help get rid of the frizz from my hair or will it just iron out the curls? I'm confused! I don't want to spend the money if it's going to flatten my hair.
Thanks
Frankie answered:
Hi Missy Moo,
How lovely to have naturally curly hair! There are lots of different permanent / Brazilian blow-dries on the market. I’ve tried quite a few & the one that we use at Daniel Galvin I absolutely love. NanoKeratin Gold is light-weight, de-frizzing, conditioning and long-lasting – it is also available throughout the country. With all permanent blow-dries you will notice a certain flatness to the hair as there is no longer frizz to add volume. In my opinion this gives you a natural look but you may lose some of your curls. I have seen some Brazilian treatments that make the hair VERY straight so do do some research before going for it.
It might be an idea to have the treatment a month or so before so that the product can slightly wear off & if you have time, perhaps trial it before you go for it for your Big Day. The great thing about using this product is that you give your hair a complete rest as you’re not fighting frizz with heat-styling tools the whole time.
A lot of people think that this product will give you a salon blow-dry, i.e. adding a wave, giving you more body. BUT it is designed as a de-frizzer and WILL NOT give you a salon finish. It WILL, however, make your life a LOT easier when it comes to styling on a daily basis.
Enjoy your special day
Frankie x
What Goes Up...
WoollyGirl asked:
Can you recommend some nice updos that leave some hair round your face without looking too messy? (Updos not half-up half-down, summer bride with frizz issues...)
I am having real trouble finding an updo that doesn't pull all my hair back in a harsh chignon and would look good with a fingertip veil and headpiece (Flo & Percy gin sling headband). Help?!
Frankie answered:
Hi Wooly Girl
I admire Diane Kruger’s chic updos, Blake Lively’s fun summer beachy look and Penelope Cruz’s soft styles. It might be an idea to Google their names & look through their hair histories. They all have gorgeous, long hair that is often fashionably positioned on top of their heads.
I actually wrote a blog the other day about wedding hair and suggested three updos – the soft Side Chignon is my favourite and sounds as if it would be perfect for you as it’s soft around the face, it can be decorated with whichever hair jewellery you require, and you can see it from the front, as well as just the side and the back which means it would be seen in your photos. The blog is
http://danielgalvin.blogspot.com/2011/08/frankies-fabulous-friday-five-wedding.html (or the photos are on our Facebook page
www.facebook.com/DanielGalvinSalon)
You could also try creating lift and volume by back-combing the crown. Our ‘Christmas’ blog
http://danielgalvin.blogspot.com/2011/07/merry-christmas-in-july.html also gives some good ideas of how to texturise your hair.
If you have frizz issues, it’s a good idea to battle that beforehand too! Take a look at my previous response to Boopy who is also finding this a problem.
Best wishes & enjoy your day,
Frankie x
1940s 'do
kdn1909 asked:
I am thinking of a 1940s do for my locks for my wedding in 12weeks but not entirely sure.
I can show you my dres if needs be and i also having a veil but i have a tiara also that i bought from gozo,malta as i wanted to wear something from there as it is part of my in laws heritage.
I also have problems when i have my hair longer than my usual bob it becomes greasy and knotty.
Frankie answered:
Hi KDN
Think Dita Von Teese and Diane Kruger – Sexy, sophisticated glamour. I love the idea of 1940s hair & I’m sure if you already have the idea in your head, the dress will go with it.
Think teased out waves; it may be a little difficult to incorporate a tiara as it was more about glitzy hair pins on the side, rather than a full decorative piece on the crown however, you could alter the ‘do according to your requirements.
Make sure you use strong holding spray such as L’Oreal Professional Air Fix Hairspray to keep your coiffured ‘do in place. This style is all about structure, with finger waves and low side partings. Heated rollers can achieve this look if put in directionally and evenly spaced throughout the hair.
In the next couple of weeks we’ll be doing a blog piece about bridal hair throughout the ages so please keep an eye on it -
http://danielgalvin.blogspot.com/
With regards to greasy / knotty hair, it sounds like you have fine hair & lots of it… The most important thing is to choose your haircare products wisely. I would highly recommend Louise Galvin’s Sacred Locks range for Fine Hair – it has no silicon & it’s very natural & organic which stops the hair being weighed down and brings the shine out. It simply brings your hair back to basic, cleansing the hair of its impurities. It might also be an idea to start your new regime with Louise Galvin’s VITOX which is a gentle vitamin C formulation that will gently strip off all the build-up formed on the hair.
Let me know if this answers your question & enjoy your special day
Frankie x
It doesn't last!
LellaHat asked:
Hairstyles never seem to last in my hair. I had my hair done in a chignon when I was a bridesmaid and it didn't last the whole day. I don't want an up do anyway but I'm worried if I have loose waves or something that it'll go flat.
Frankie answered:
Hi Lella
The key to this is using the right styling tools & product combination and to prep with months of strengthening. Without seeing your hair it’s hard to advise, but I would recommend choosing your products carefully. Check out the L’Oreal Professionel styling range using products such as Pli, Volume Architect and Volume Lift, and finish with a light-weight but strong hairspray, such as Infinium Lumiere.
Be sure that none of the products that you choose are wet and sticky or too strong because, as the day goes on & they break down, they will make your hair fall down again. If you live in London, come down to the salon to be advised on the best path forward.
Enjoy your day!
Frankie x
Fringe Festival
Hula8 asked:
Hi Frankie! I'm trying to grow out my fringe before my wedding but I'm worried it's just going to be at an awkward in between length and not really have enough time to full grow out. Are there any appropriate styles you'd recommend for in-between fringe (the rest of my hair is quite long), or should I just deal with it and keep the fringe trimmed for now? Thank you!!!!
Frankie answered:
Hi Hula,
I’m noticing that more & more wedding hairdos don’t have fringes so I think it’s a great idea to go against the grain & have a fringe.
Maybe think about softening the way it’s cut to give you a more bridal look. Could you add your fringe into the hairdo you’ve already chosen? Many updos are really brought to life with a heavy but textured fringe and can make them look less severe. Alternatively, ask your hairdresser to cut the fringe in a more angular style so that it’s a sweeping, side fringe.
If you are in the in-between stages of fringe-growing I would get a matte Kirby grip (in the colour of your hair) and you can discreetly tuck it away behind your ear and create the updo of your desire!
If you’re in London, pop down to the salon for Fringe Fridays when, on Fridays, anyone can have their fringes trimmed for free!
Best
Frankie x
My 'Austen'tacious Style
Twinklebride asked:
Hi Frankie,
I'm having a very vintage themed do, tied into my massive love of Pride and Prejudice. I know curls and very tight up dos were all the rage in the regency period but I think that look is far too harsh for me and I want something softer - how can I tap into that look but make it more modern? I'm not having a tiara but some pearly slides and I want to wear a waist length veil.
Thank you!
Frankie answered:
Hi Twinkle
What a lovely theme!
I think for the regency period you should be looking at soft sweeping partings. Use tongs to tong your hair in the same direction and use a classic Denman hairbrush to brush these into beautiful finger waves. Don’t use too many products to keep it soft and romantic otherwise it’ll become too harsh.
Keep a few pieces down around the hairline and think about a low knot around the nape of the neck. If you have a look at Rosamund Pike’s (Jane) hair in the latest adaptation (that features Keira Knightley), it’ll give you the idea – very romantic, elegant and quintessentially English rose.
Alternatively check our Chanel’s early work which has a similar feel.
Best wishes and enjoy marrying your Mr Darcy!
Frankie x
