STMNT Styling Masterclass: Texture and Waves

Updated on 11th Feb 2025

We spent the day with STMNT Ambassadors Charles Rose and Ry Lewis who demonstrated how to create multiple looks from one cut. Check out the steps below for a sleek middle parting and slicked back waves.

@modernbarbermag Two looks, one cut! STMNT ambassadors @_rythebarber and @charlesrose1 demonstrate how to achieve distinct styles from a single haircut in our exclusive step-by-step guide. ✂️💡 With @stmntgrooming styling products, both barbers showcased the versatility of expert styling, creating unique vibes for their models. Head to the link in bio for client styling inspo… Hair Leads: @charlesrose1 @_rythebarber Hair Team: @coatesycuts @andrefernandes.hair Photographer: @jfaulkner_photo @henkel #barber #barberstyle #barberstyling #menshair #menshairstyle #menshairstyling #hairstyling #hairstylingtips #twolooks ♬ Rock - Stepz

How to Style A Sleek Middle Parting with Charles Rose

For Flynn’s look, I wanted to showcase his natural curls while creating a sleek, polished focal point with his fringe. Here’s how I achieved it:

  1. Firstly, I started by applying STMNT’s Serum to Flynn’s hair, working it through with a comb. This not only helped condition the hair but also acted as a cutting aid as I removed several inches of length to bring out the natural curl.
  2. Next, I applied STMNT’s Curl Cream, scrunching it into the ends of the hair to further define and enhance the curls.
  3. I then dried the hair in stages. First up, I blow-dried the fringe forward, smoothing and straightening it to create a sleek middle parting.
  4. For the remainder of the hair, I used a diffuser on low heat to lock in the curls and maintain the hair’s natural texture.

How to Style Slicked Back Waves with Ry Lewis

When restyling Flynn’s look, I wanted to create a different type of contrast between the top of Flynn’s head and the curls underneath: 

  1. I began by saturating the hair with STMNT Grooming Spray. This allowed me to easily restyle the parting, shifting it from the middle to a sharp side part. I then added more STMNT Curl Cream to enhance the curls before lightly diffusing the hair.
  2. While the hair was still slightly damp, I applied STMNT’s Fiber Pomade, brushing it into one side to slick it down and tuck it neatly behind the ear.
  3. For the flipped-over section on the top, I lightly sprinkled in STMNT’s Wax Powder to boost volume and add a textured lift.
  4. After a final dry with the diffuser, I completed the style with a light mist of STMNT Hairspray to ensure lasting hold.

This is a sponsored post in collaboration with STMNT.

Sian Jones

Sian Jones

Published 06th Jan 2025

Sian is Editor Modern Barber and Deputy Editor Hairdressers Journal International. She has over a decade of experience writing for print publications covering Youth & Children, TV & Entertainment and Lifestyle. Sian graduated with a degree in journalism, and whilst studying was nominated for the Guardian Digital Journalist of the Year award in 2011.

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