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SEARCHIn Miss Netherlands' (Desiree van den Berg) quest to become Miss Universe next month in Las Vegas, she tapped Farouk Systems Global Artistic Board member Patrick Kalle to style her hair at a recent photo shoot.
In her quest to become the next Miss Universe next month in Las Vegas, Miss Netherlands Desiree van den Berg, asked Farouk Systems Global Artistic Board member Patrick Kalle to style her hair at a recent photo shoot.
"Desiree has naturally dark blonde hair," said Patrick. "I used ammonia-free Sunglitz Ash and Beige to lighten for more dimension and maintain the integrity of her hair."
Miss Netherlands Desiree van den Berg
To Style:
Shampoo hair with CHI Magnified Volume Shampoo and Conditioner.
On damp hair, spray CHI Magnified Volume Spray Foam at the roots and blow dry. Start in the lower nape area by taking horizontal partings, mist with CHI 44 Iron Guard and wrap sections around the CHI Orbit 25mm-18mm Reversal iron. Work to both sides.
After styling, mist BioSilk Shine On spray shine evenly over the hair to banish frizz.
Comb with a large wide-tooth comb and use the palm of hand to control the hair in the waves.
Finish with the CHI Magnified Volume Hairspray. For variations, use fingers to scrunch curls and define texture.
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