Olivia Attwood has revealed the under-£22 products she uses to slick her fringe back into a bun or ponytail on hot days, and they all help fight frizz and sweat
The summer heat can be disastrous if you have a fringe to contend with, leaving it sweaty, greasy and sticking to your forehead the second temperatures start to rise. But for days when it’s too hot for a headband or you want something a little more elegant than clipping it back, Olivia Attwood has come to our rescue.
The TV presenter and her hair stylist have shared their go-to hair products which help keep your fringe slicked back into a ponytail or bun without moving or going frizzy, and they’re all under £22. The main product Olivia’s been relying on this summer is the BlondMe Bond Repair Sealing Balm from Schwarzkopf, which you can pick up for £21.45.
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Specially designed for blonde hair, the sealing balm is a great product to keep in your haircare arsenal to prevent and repair damage and split ends. It strengthens hair by re-building inner hair bonds, and can be applied on either towel dried hair or on dry hair, which is what Olivia does.
Although it’s a great finishing balm for your hair in general, the BlondMe Bond Repair Sealing Balm is also perfect for creating a slicked back look and holding your hair in place without causing additional damage. Simply smooth it into your fringe and face-framing hairs and brush them back into your ponytail or bun, to hold them in place with a soft, smooth finish that prevents damage, rather than causing it.
Olivia’s stylist also shared what she uses on days where your fringe is proving particularly tricky to slick down, revealing that the got2b Glued Wax Stick is their go-to for extra stickability. It’s a super affordable piece to keep in your kit as it’s currently on sale for just £5.75, and contains coconut oil and shea butter to help keep your hair healthy and nourished while using it.
This one has also been highly praised by shoppers, who say it doesn’t leave their hair greasy, and that it’s great for travelling. One also mentioned it “Takes 5 minutes to slick hair back super easy”, proving the got2b Glued Wax Stick is a great product to use for a slick back whether you’re dealing with a fringe or not.
To finish off the look, Olivia shared that her favourite hairspray to use is the Moroccanoil Luminous Strong Hairspray which is £19 and is perfect for holding styles without that crunchy, sticky feel. It’s infused with argan oil and creates a reflective shine shield that fights frizz and humidity, making it perfect for summer.
Whichever of Olivia’s go-to products you use, a slick back is the perfect hair solution on hot days. It keeps your baby hairs, fringe and any face-framing layers away from your face, stopping them from getting greasy and sticking to your skin. It also means your slick back is smooth and frizz-free, getting rid of any bumps or flyaways, and helps hold it in place all day so you’re not constantly re-doing it.
