- Michelle Monaghan’s “Soft Biscotti Bronde” by Tracey Cunningham
Michelle Monaghan turned heads on the 2026 Actor Awards, wearing her hair in a sleek, sculpted ponytail that spotlighted her multidimensional “Soft Biscotti Bronde.”Her longtime colorist and Schwarzkopf Professional U.S. Creative Director of Color & Technique, Tracey Cunningham, ensured the shade maintained its glossy, polished finish with perfect depth and movement.
Michelle’s “Soft Biscotti Bronde” is crafted with delicate, sun-kissed highlights seamlessly woven through a deeper base to create soft dimension, natural radiance, and effortless elegance. At the hairline, a slightly brighter, neutral blend subtly lifts and illuminates the face for a fresh, sunlit effect. Through the base, a balanced mix of cool and natural tones anchors the look while maintaining softness, allowing the lighter pieces to melt seamlessly for a polished, lived-in finish with luminous shine.
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- Hairline: Schwarzkopf Professional Igora Royal 7-1 + 8-0 (20 vol developer)
- Base: Schwarzkopf Professional Igora Royal 6-1 (30g) + 7-0 (20g) + 8-0 (20g) (10 vol developer)
2. Michelle Williams’ “Vanilla Ganache Blonde” by Jeremy Cohen and Tracey Cunningham
Michelle Williams lit up the SAG / Actor Awards red carpet with her gorgeous “Vanilla Ganache Blonde” that perfectly complemented her breathtaking pink rhinestone gown.
She turned to her colorist Jeremy Cohen, who refreshed her iconic “Vanilla Ganache Blonde”—originally crafted by Schwarzkopf Professional U.S. Creative Director of Color & Technique, Tracey Cunningham—using Schwarzkopf Professional formulas. The result is a luminous, soft shade that feels both modern and timeless, catching the light beautifully and serving as the perfect complement to her elegant pink gown.
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- Smudge – Schwarzkopf Professional Igora Royal (process 5 minutes)
- Hairline- Igora Royal Highlifts 10-1 with 30 vol developer
- Base- Igora Royal 8-11 with 20 vol developer
- Highlights
- Schwarzkopf Professional BlondeMe Premium Lightener 9+ with 20 vol developer
- Hairline balayage (process 5 minutes)
- Root: Schwarzkopf Professional Igora Vibrance with 6 vol developer
3. Rose Byrne’s Honeyed Chestnut Soft Lob by Harry Josh
Celebrity Hair Stylist and KERASILK Ambassador, Harry Josh, styled Rose Byrne (nominated for Female Actor in a Leading Role, If I Had Legs I’d Kick You), in a look that felt modern, understated, and effortlessly undone. Inspired by a relaxed “model off duty” look, the style embraced soft texture, natural volume, and a subtly tousled finish.
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- To prep, Josh began by cleansing with the KERASILK Repairing Shampoo, followed by the KERASILK Recovery Mask to infuse the hair with deep moisture and nourishment.
- Josh then applied the KERASILK Smoothing Blow Dry Cream into wet hair, ensuring heat protection and frizz reduction. Using a round brush, he began to blow dry the hair to create soft movement.
- Once dry, Josh curled one-inch sections in alternating directions to enhance a natural, lived-in effect.
- Josh lightly set each section with the KERASILK Multi-Purpose Hairspray for long-lasting, touchable hold that maintained fluidity and ease.
- To perfect the look, Josh smoothed any remaining flyaways with the KERASILK Flyaway Wand, ensuring a polished result.
4. Yerin Ha’s Opulent Minimalism by Takuya Yamaguchi
| Celebrity stylist Takuya Yamaguchi worked with Bridgerton star Yerin Ha for the 32nd Annual Actor Awards (SAG Awards). In a season dominated by maximalist textures, Yerin Ha offers a masterclass in restraint. This look is about the luxury of precision. By opting for a high-shine, ‘liquid’ finish and a disciplined silhouette, the hair acts as a quiet anchor to the avant-garde volume of the garment. It’s a nod to the 90s runway era – think Prada minimalism meets 21st-century opulence. Takuya Yamaguchi said: “The look reflects today’s shift toward understated luxury — polished but never overdone. It references classic glamour, but in a lighter, more effortless way.” |
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“Polished restraint with effortless texture”
HOW TAKUYA USED OLAPLEX FOR YERIN:
- I started by prepping the hair with No.4 FINE BOND MAINTENANCE® SHAMPOO and No.5 FINE BOND MAINTENANCE® CONDITIONER to rebalance the hair and refine the overall condition.
- Next, I applied VOLUMIZING BLOW DRY MIST from the roots through the mid-lengths and OLAPLEX No.7 BONDING OIL to the ends, creating a blowout to build natural lift and airy volume at the root.
- After adding loose, weightless waves with a curling iron, I finished with No.9 BOND PROTECTOR NOURISHING HAIR SERUM to create a light touch of refined, effortless texture—polished in the most understated way.
5. Michelle Monaghan’s Polished & Ultra Sleek Pony by Marty Harper
Celebrity Hair Stylist, Marty Harper, styled Michelle Monaghan(Nominated for Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble, The White Lotus), with a sleek, ultra–high-shine look using Goldwell. He was inspired to create polished texture with a high-performance finish that looks effortless, but lasts all night.
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- To begin, Harper prepped the hair by layering the Goldwell StyleSign Everyday Blow-Dry Spray with the Goldwell StyleSign Smoothing Serum Spray to provide heat and frizz protection and control to create a smooth foundation during blow-drying.
- Once the hair was perfectly prepped, he then shaped it into a sleek low ponytail, combining the Goldwell StyleSign Shine Spray with the Goldwell StyleSign Lagoom Jam Styling Gel to compress and sculpt the silhouette.
- To elevate the luminosity, Harper finished with Goldwell StyleSign Weightless Shine Oil, which seals in moisture, enhances color brilliance, and provides lightweight frizz control without weighing the hair down — essential for achieving that reflective, red-carpet shine.
- Finally, he locked in the look using the Goldwell StyleSign Compressed Working Hairspray to give a flexible, brushable hold with long-lasting humidity resistance, allowing the style to stay polished and manageable.
6. Emma Stone’s Soft Auburn by Tracey Cunningham.
Emma Stone graced the Actor Awards red carpet with a refresh of her breathtaking “Soft Auburn” that radiated dimension and high shine. Her look was meticulously crafted by A-list hair colorist and Schwarzkopf Professional U.S. Creative Director of Color & Technique, Tracey Cunningham.
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Emma’s “Soft Auburn” was achieved using a custom blend of Schwarzkopf Professional’s Igora Vibranceline, delivering a high-gloss, luminous finish. The color focused on a strategic root application rather than an all-over gloss, with the gloss applied through the mid-lengths and kept off the ends until the final five minutes to prevent over-saturation. The result is a fresh, refined tone that leans more auburn while maintaining softness and dimension.
Base: Schwarzkopf Professional Igora Vibrance (6 vol lotion)
7-0
7-55
Ends: Schwarzkopf Professional Igora Vibrance
7-55 (20g) + 5-7 (5g) + 0-55 (5g) + 0-77 (5g) + 7-0 (10g) + 7-65 (5g) + 000 (10g)
Leave tips out last 5-minutes, applied and added 0-77 (5g)
7. Dove Cameron’s soft, healthy glam & Dark Chocolate Brunette by Jacob Rozenberg
or the 2026 Actor Awards (SAG) last night, Dove Cameron embraced soft, healthy glam with a rich, dimensional brunette moment that felt timeless yet completely modern. Created by celebrity hairstylist Jacob Rozenberg using Redken pro color + styling products, the look paired a polished, bouncy blowout with effortless movement — striking the perfect balance between classic glamour and a sultry, modern edge for one of Hollywood’s biggest nights.
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1. Color Refresh: We started by adding soft depth at the root using NEW! Redken Shades ALK 5N to create a seamless grow-out and natural shadow.
2. Gloss for Dimension: To achieve Dove’s rich, dimensional brunette, we applied Redken Shades EQ Hair Gloss — ¾ 6N with the final ¼ split between 6NB and 6GN — processing for 10 minutes to deliver luminous shine and tonal balance.
3. Smooth Foundation: Hair was blown out smooth to create a healthy, polished base with natural movement. Dove’s hair was washed using the Redken Acidic Bonding Concentrate Shampoo & Conditioner, followed by the Redken Acidic Bonding Concentrate 24/7 Day & Night Serum. I then applied the NEW Redken Acidic Bonding Concentrate Hair Bandage Balm to her ends.
4. Effortless Shape: Using a 1” iron, I framed the face with soft bends, then dropped curls through the back for fluid movement. The curls were gently brushed out to create that soft, airy finish.
5. Polished Hold: To finish, I applied Redken Spray Wax for touchable texture, brush-applied Redken Brushable Hairspray for flexible hold, and set key sections with wave clips to lock in that polished, red-carpet-ready shape.
8. Sarah Catherine Hook’s Old Hollywood Glam by Ricky Fraser
Sarah Catherine Hook’s SAG-Actor Awards red carpet hair was styled in a soft, modern take on classic Hollywood glamour — with a smooth, middle-parted hairstyle pulled back into a subtle low style with gentle strands framing her face, created by
Rather than a slick, severe updo, she sported something that softly showcased her features — loose front tendrils + a neat back that complemented her outfit and makeup without overshadowing them.
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Step 1: Prep
Apply milk_shake Volumizing Mousse at the roots to create soft lift and structure. Layer in Smoothing Cream to add light hold while controlling frizz. Finish prep with milk_shake Incredible Milk 12 Effects Leave-In Treatment to nourish, protect, and prime the hair.
Step 2: Blow Dry & Set
Blow-dry using a round brush to build smooth volume. Set the top section with a roller to enhance lift and create soft shape through the crown.
Step 3: Add Movement
Refine the style using a flat iron for smoothness, then incorporate a 1.5-inch curling iron to add subtle texture and red carpet movement.
Step 4: Finish & Polish
Work a small amount of milk_shake Lifestyling Texturizing Cream through the mid-lengths and ends to enhance body and dimension.
Finish with milk_shake Let It Shine to add a glossy, light-reflective finish while minimizing static.
