Alberto European gives us a cheap and cheerful way to get this summer's trendiest look!

The messy updo is one of this summer’s hottest hair trends and while I'm sure Mary-Kate has the bucks to put out for expensive products, those of us counting our nickles will be happy to know that this same look can be achieved at a fraction of the price! The nice people at the extremely affordable Alberto European line have been kind enough to give us easy instructions for creating the look at home.  They have advised me that the key to achieving this look is adding texture and definition without stiffness or flakiness.

1)     - Apply Alberto European Texturizing Style Putty (150ml - $4.49) to hands and evenly distribute through dry or damp hair.

2)     - Gather hair into a messy ponytail and secure with an elastic band.

3)     - To achieve the effortless look, wrap hair into a loose bun, pulling out pieces as you go, and secure with bobby pins.

4)     - For even greater long-lasting control, finish your style with Alberto European Mega Hold Hairspray (213g - $4.49).

All Alberto European products come with a 24 Hour Humidity Protection, so hair will never fall flat or frizzy no matter what the weather forecast.

- Lisamarie -