When performing on a show as big as American Idol, one must have major stage presence. One way to get a lot of attention? Having stellar hair. We have the breakdown of 6 Idol contestant looks (all of which were created by celebrity hairstylist Dean Banowetz), so keep reading below to get Alyssa Raghu, Riley Thompson, Laci Kaye Booth, Evelyn Cormier, Ashley Hess, and Madison Vandenburg‘s looks.
ALYSSA RAGHU
- Prep with Sebastian Pro Trilliant Thermal Protection and Sparkle Complex
- Use two wands (Babyliss Pro 1.5″ Tapered Wand and CHI 1.5″ Curling Iron) to create soft waves
- Finish with CHI Infra Texture Dual Action Hairspray
RILEY THOMPSON
- Prep with HASK Kalahari Melon Dry Shampoo and R + Co. High Dive Moisture and Shine Cream
- Use Hot Tools’ 1″ Iron to create definition throughout the hair
- Finish with R + Co. Outer Space Flexible Hold Hairspray
LACI KAYE BOOTH
- Prep with Aquage Hair Care Beyond Body Thermal Spray Protectant
- Style with BioSilk Titanium Iron in 2″ for big waves that stay put in really long hair
EVELYN CORMIER
- Prep with DHairPro’s Cactus Water (not available for purchase), so try instead: HASK Cactus Water Leave-In Conditioner
- Style with BioSilk Titanium Curling Iron (1.25″) for loose curls
ASHLEY HESS
- Prep with Kalahari Melon Dry Shampoo and High Dive Moisture and Shine Cream
- Use the Instyler 1.25″ to create movement and beachy waves in the hair
MADISON VANDENBURG
- Prep with Kalahari Melon Dry Shampoo and High Dive Moisture and Shine Cream
- Use Instyler 1.25″ and CHI’s 1.5″ Iron to create pretty bends in the hair
Be sure to follow Dean Banowetz on Instagram for more behind the scenes looks at his work on American Idol. We cannot wait to see what’s next in store for Ashley, Riley, Alyssa, Madison, Evelyn, and Laci – best of luck ladies!
Kari Highman is a Beauty and Fashion Blogger at Feeling the Vibe Magazine. Otterbein Alum (2017) – English & Psychology. Always learning & creating. Avid fan of mid 2000’s TV & pop music. Comments or tips, email kari@feelingthevibe.com