Ever wondered what Gigi Hadid, Dua Lipa and Delta Goodrem have in common? Beyond their star-studded careers, the answer might lie in their impeccable hair – crafted by celebrity hairdresser and ambassador for Color Wow, Wella, Kaleo, and Amazing Hair Australia Marie Uva.
“I have been working as a celebrity stylist and colourist for over 15 years here in Melbourne,” says Marie. “And I’ve had the pleasure of working with international celebrities like Gigi Hadid, Dua Lipa, Rita Ora, and Aussie celebs like Maria Thattil, Bec Judd, Delta Goodrem, Jen Hawkins and Jesinta Franklin.”
“One of my top career highlights was launching UVA salon in 2013, leading the charge as creative director. I’m now proud to be an ambassador for Color Wow, Wella, Kaleo, and Amazing Hair Australia.”
In her various roles, Marie continues to shape the hair trends that captivate audiences worldwide.
Celebrity Hair According to Gigi Hadid’s Hair Stylist
To start, Marie says maintaining healthy hair is key to achieving and sustaining a celebrity-worthy look. And recommends a few simple tips:
- Regular Trims: Even a small trim every 8 to 10 weeks helps maintain hair health and prevent split ends.
- Appropriate Hair Care Products: Use products suited to your hair type and invest in high-quality options.
- Heat Protection: Always use a heat protectant before applying heat tools to avoid damage.
Simple Styles
Celebrities often change their hairstyles with ease, thanks in part to professional stylists and the use of wigs. For those at home looking to experiment, Marie advises investing in high-performing, professional products and considering clip-in extensions for temporary changes without commitment.
Alternatively, for those short on time, Marie suggests a slicked-back ponytail or bun. “This classic style is versatile and easy to achieve with just a hairbrush and a product like Color Wow Pop & Lock for a smooth finish,” she says.
Insta Inspiration
With social media inundating us with hair inspiration daily, Marie encourages following tutorials and product recommendations shared by hair professionals.
“Understandably, social media is serving us inspiration for different looks or aesthetics every single day. Sometimes a celebrity or influencer’s hairdresser may post a video tutorial on how to re-create a look, and even include the specific products or tools used. You never know until you try, but your best chance at recreating a hairstyle you have seen online would be having a tutorial to follow with product tips and recommendations.”
For those aiming to replicate Influencer-inspired hair at home, Marie re-emphasises the importance of choosing the right products and tools. Her must-haves include:
- Color Wow Pop & Lock High Gloss Serum, $42 at Sephora. “I always reach for this product when I am doing a slicked-back look as it tames flyaways and leaves a high-gloss finish. It also seals split ends which is fantastic for those trying to combat frizz.”
- Color Wow Style on Steroids Texture Finishing Spray, $53 at Sephora. ” I love adding a texture spray to fine or flat hair as it helps to create fullness and longevity with styling, especially with waves or curls. It really holds them in place.”
- Color Wow Dream Coat Supernatural Spray, $64 at Sephora. “This is THE cult Color Wow product, and for good reason! It’s a heat-activated spray which, when applied to damp hair and dried accordingly, protects against humidity and frizz, creating a sleek high-shine finish.”
- Kaleo Professional Hair Dryer. “I use Kaleo styling tools in my salon and I love the Kaleo hair dryer because it is lightweight, quiet and powerful. It also has thermal sensors to help minimise heat damage when drying your hair, and creates a beautiful finish.”
