Big Hair Energy: How to Master Bombshell Hair at Home
/ 26 AOÛT 2025
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If minimalism had its moment, hair is now going maximalist. Across red carpets, runways, and our own Instagram feeds, there’s one unmistakable trend: the return of bombshell hair. That unmistakable mix of volume, shine, and soft, cascading waves is once again the beauty standard we’re all reaching for.
It’s hair that feels expensive – it says you’ve arrived – whether you’re in a cocktail dress at Chiltern Firehouse or heading to brunch in Notting Hill. But what makes hair bombshell? And how do you achieve it without a celebrity stylist on speed dial?
What Exactly Is Bombshell Hair?
At its essence, bombshell hair is about shape, volume, and softness. It’s a little more retro and a little more seductive than your average bouncy blowdry. Imagine hair that frames the face with swooping, sculpted waves while carrying fullness through the mid-lengths and ends. It’s glossy without being stiff, sexy without being try-hard.
Historically, bombshell hair meant blonde. Marilyn Monroe’s platinum curls practically defined bombshell hair but today, it works in every colour, from jet black to auburn to balayage blonde. What matters most isn’t the shade, but the texture and finish. Hair that takes up space. It’s hair you can’t help but notice.
The Icons of Bombshell Hair
No discussion of bombshell hair is complete without a nod to the women who made it iconic.
Marilyn Monroe
The eternal blonde bombshell, Marilyn Monroe embodied Old Hollywood glamour and became the face of the century with her playful yet sculpted peroxide blonde curls.
Brigitte Bardot
This beloved French actress redefined the meaning of a bombshell blowdry in the 1960s with undone, tousled waves and volume that seemed as rebellious as it was sultry.
Farrah Fawcett
Our queen Farah Fawcett gave bombshell hair its feathered, free-spirited shape and set the standard for the entirety of the 1970s, with many women still referencing her today.
The IT Girls of the 1990s
Cindy Crawford, Claudia Schiffer, Naomi Campbell and Alicia Silverstone, whether on screen or on the runway, they all made 90s blowout hair look and feel like a luxury designer purse.
Modern Day Bombshell: Sabrina Carpenter
And then we have our 21st century bombshell, pop princess Sabrina Carpenter. The iconic Sabrina Carpenter fringe, along with her bright, barbie blonde curly blowdry is without a doubt the most recognisable hairstyle on the planet right now.
The Essentials for Bombshell Hair
Before we move to the step-by-step guide, it’s worth laying out the essentials. A good bombshell look is the product of both styling tools and the right hair foundations.
You’ll want:
Cliphair Extensions – Remy hair extensions made from 100% human hair. Extensions instantly add volume and length, the backbone of bombshell styling.
Mermade Blow Dryer – To create the smooth, voluminous foundation every wave needs.
Heat Protection Spray – Essential when using curlers and dryers.
Mermade Infrared Styler – Multi-use styler that’s great for smoothing, straightening and creating uniform curls and waves.
Velcro Roller Kit – The old-school trick that locks in volume while hair cools.
A Medium Hold Hairspray – A flexible medium hold hairspray will keep everything polished without stiffness.
How to Create Bombshell Hair: A Step-By-Step Guide
Step 1: Prep the Canvas
Begin with freshly washed hair. Rough-dry using the Mermade blow-dryer, focusing on creating volume at the roots and a smooth finish through the lengths. Always apply heat protection spray, your hair should look healthy, not heat-damaged.
Step 2: Add Clip-In Hair Extensions
Section your hair horizontally and begin layering in your clip in hair extensions. Focus first on the back of the head, then add extra wefts at the sides for fullness around the face. This instantly gives you the density bombshell waves require. Opting for Remy human hair extensions ensures the texture and shine mimic your own hair, creating a seamless finish.
Step 3: Part and Frame
Switch your parting to the side. A side part adds glamour and helps build the swooping movement essential to the look. Pull forward any shorter face-framing layers or bangs.
Step 4: Curl Strategically
Take sections of hair and curl them using the Mermade styler or a curling iron of your choice. Alternate between curling away from the face and towards it, this variation prevents the curls from merging into one giant wave and gives the hair dimension.
Step 5: Set With Rollers
While each curl is still warm, roll it into a Velcro roller and secure with alligator clips. Use three rollers at the front for maximum lift around the face and fringe. Continue until your entire head is set.
Step 6: Cool and Commit
Allow the rollers to cool completely. This is what locks in the shape. Mist lightly with hairspray while the rollers set for the ultimate blowout hair.
Step 7: Release and Style
Gently remove each roller. Use your fingers or a wave comb to soften the curls into waves. Blend your natural hair into the clip-in extensions, ensuring everything looks seamless.
Step 8: Finish
Spritz a flexible-hold hairspray over the lengths. For extra gloss, smooth our lightweight silky spray through the ends. The result: soft, bouncy, voluminous waves with a finish worthy of a red carpet.
Why Extensions Make All the Difference
Bombshell hair is as much about fullness as it is about styling. Even naturally thick hair often needs a boost to hold this level of volume and bounce. That’s why clip-in hair extensions have become the not-so-secret weapon of hairstylists and beauty lovers everywhere. Unlike permanent options, clip-ins are versatile, reusable, and kinder to the hair.
Conclusion:
Bombshell hair is back, and it’s not going anywhere. With the right preparation, the right styling tools, and the clever addition of clip in extensions, you can create the kind of hair that turns an ordinary day into an event. Big hair really does mean big energy. And in 2025, we’re ready for it.
