Updo 101 by Stephanie Brinkerhoff | Kenra Professional

In this video, we'll teach you all the updo 101 basics. We'll cover topics such as consultation, the prep process, creating a solid foundation and detailing & finishing.
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00:00 Intro
00:17 Consultation
01:59 The Prep Process
02:23 Prepping with Product
03:02 Selecting a Tool
04:35 Backcombing the Hair
05:53 Curling the Hair
09:34 Breaking Up the Curls
10:31 Creating the Foundation
11:06 Twisting the Center Back
14:19 Detailing the Crown
16:57 Detailing the Sides
18:45 Finishing the Updo
22:25 Framing the Face
24:09 Checking the Balance
24:45 Adding Accessories
26:44 Final Result
Products Used:
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Kenra Platinum Hot Spray 20
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Kenra Volume Spray 25
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Kenra Perfect Medium Spray 13
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Kenra Platinum Working Wax 15
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[@hannyta4174]

This is - by far - the most detail and comprehensive tutorial that i’ve ever seen across the youtube. The way Steph delivers the guidance is very clear. She’s even explaining it in a more detail way. Thank you so much 😍😍

[@KenraProfessional]

Wow, thank you! We really appreciate the love!

[@dianis19842009]

❤

[@donjuliohair]

AGREE.

[@nadastjepanovic5301]

Supeer al ja sam osijedila čekajući kraj😂

[@courtneykhan8671]

Good lord! This is no doubt the BEST video on updos I’ve ever watched! Thank you so so much for all the insight, Stephanie

[@KenraProfessional]

Stephanie is such a talented stylist and educator! 💕 Thank you for watching!

[@elinorkent7188]

I am a hair stylist myself, and this is an amazing tutorial

[@KenraProfessional]

Fantastic! Glad to hear you found this video helpful :)

[@simrankhan994]

Do u recommend any similar products since we can't buy this in Aus

[@LenaBikHair]

❤️

[@user-ms1se4sw9i]

Best ever hair up tutorial

[@foogirl36]

This is one of the best hair tutorials I’ve ever seen, probably the best. Amazing, thank you.

[@KenraProfessional]

Wow! Thank you, Jenna! We are honored and glad you found it so helpful. Cheers!!!

[@teresitaramirez9628]

Kenra was wise in choosing you as a hairstylist. You're amazing and the tutorial perfect too. Right length, lighting, background music not overwhelming. Perfecto!

[@KenraProfessional]

Thanks so much for you feedback and for watching the tutorial. Stephanie is such a talented stylist and educator ☺️

[@laurabikman354]

This company is go generous. Thank you for these tutorials. I love knowing how to use your products. I buy Kenra because of these videos.

[@KenraProfessional]

You are so welcome, Laura! We appreciate you!

[@elizavega3104]

I love Kendra products they’re the best!

[@yugalahair6921]

This tutorial is amazing, so much detail and information! What a gorgeous up do too! Thank you so much :)

[@KenraProfessional]

You are so welcome! ☺️

[@Pixie82]

Best explanation of flat iron curls I have seen, so detailed and easy to understand.

[@KenraProfessional]

Happy to hear that. Thank you for watching!

[@angelahagood7143]

What an awesome video! You answered sooo many questions that I had! Love the tips regarding when to use products to prevent frizz and fly-always also hints about bobby-pins. You are an awesome instructor. How about a video on how to do the curls in your hair? I struggle with the “bend” curls. BTW, I found this video because you linked it in a question regarding bobby-pins, thank you for that! 🥰💕👍🏻

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[@noorayesha3719]

This is just simply GORGEOUSSS😍👏👏👏 This video is srsly underrated!

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Thank you so much!!

[@annahertze5588]

Woooow. This is so complete, so so much put into it. Amazing. Thank you! Saving it to come back and remind myself

[@ambrel9181]

Fantastic tutorial !! Beautifully explained, perfectly clear, thank you for your wonderful job!

[@madeleinelork2938]

Such a great tutorial, I enjoy the detailed explanations! And her hair is absolutely beautiful!

[@KenraProfessional]

Glad to hear you enjoyed it! ☺️

[@juanitafick3231]

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[@cathyhilton5298]

Does it still work with extentions cause my hair is bobbed stacked shorter then yours or about same if I flat iron it.i would need extentions

[@NathanDuabanTheSonicEnthusiast]

I'm so happy I stumbled across this video by accident which is perfect timing since I wanna step up my updo game and boy was I in for a treat 💙💙💙

[@KenraProfessional]

Thanks for watching Nathan! We're happy to have you! ❤️

[@janikah.7880]

Thank you so much! I will do my best friends Weddinghair and Makeup in 2 Weeks, I am not a professional Stylist, but I do my friends hair and makeup really often. And after seeing this Video I feel really save! We already tried hairstyles before that we liked and now I have really good tips to make it even better looking! Her hair is reeeeally long an silky so it was e bit difficult for me to work with her hair but know I feel 100% sure that I can make it :) Greetings from Germany 💕💕

[@KenraProfessional]

Fantastic! You can do it 💕

[@blackberries1269]

I’m in cosmetology school and want to learn wedding styling. This video was soooo helpful

[@KenraProfessional]

Yay!! We are so glad you loved it-- congratulations on your new hair journey!

[@conniecarlson4481]

You're the best even explaining. God bless you!

[@irinapitsul9666]

BEST UPDO TUTORIAL EVER❤ Thank you for sharing!

[@augustinafrancis737]

Loved the way you explained in detail .

[@andreaogaldez7555]

Oh wow this is awesome. Great products, excelent explanation. I'm becoming a hair stylist too and this kind of content is so useful. Thanks!! Greetings from Guatemala.

[@KenraProfessional]

Glad to hear that, Andrea! 💕☺️

[@RingletReina]

Loved this video! Learned so much about placement and what to think about when bridal styling. Thank you!

[@KenraProfessional]

Glad it was helpful!

[@annalupis7921]

I got a updo first prize trophy at school by spraying the little braids between the curls .I was 16 already with a license .I sprayed gold hairspray .I love these videos they are teaching me new things

[@KenraProfessional]

That's wonderful, congratulations. Thank you for watching

[@yhuang1435]

It is really a great tutorial.So much details and tips in it.Thank you very much for sharing with us.

[@KenraProfessional]

Glad it was helpful! ☺️

[@CrystalCBrown]

Perfect tutorial! Thank you so much! 👏🏾

[@KenraProfessional]

Glad you liked it! 🎉

[@user-cy9vk9mk3l]

Thank you for all the detail you showed and explain all the work you did step by step. This was so great to watch and learn.

[@KenraProfessional]

Glad it was helpful!

[@vtv3456]

I truly LOVE the Artistry in YOU!!...Keep it Going Stephanie!!!

[@KenraProfessional]

Thanks for watching! ❤️

[@heather1589]

Wonderful tutorial! I appreciated ever moment of it, thanks for the prep tips. I always struggle with getting the hair smooth without fly aways. The working wax i thunk is what i need. Your models hair color is stunning!

[@KenraProfessional]

You are so welcome! Glad it was helpful! And let us just say-- you're going to LOVE Working Wax 15 for many reasons on many styles!

[@mariacruzalicea4987]

OMG You're the Best.You Explain everything so Clear and Helpful.Thank you so much 😘🙌

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[@mckenziet6920]

This is the best I’ve ever seen wow

[@KenraProfessional]

So happy to hear that!

[@lucycasti5399]

OMG. The best tutorial I ever seen.. thanks Stephanie

[@KenraProfessional]

You're so welcome! Thanks for watching, Lucy!

[@TheKeltris]

This is so beautiful and so informative!! You did such an awesome job!! I learned alot!

[@KenraProfessional]

Yay! Glad it was helpful!

[@antonethgaurana4768]

Another tutorial that I need to learn.. Very useful. Thank you for this detailed tutorial of you.

[@KenraProfessional]

Thank you, Antoneth!

[@oliviapruitt4906]

This is a great foundational video for updos! Thank you!

[@KenraProfessional]

You are so welcome! Thank YOU for watching, Olivia!

[@nancyscoresystems9151]

I am so happy to have stumbled upon this really great tutorial! My best friends granddaughter is getting married today and her hair stylist bailed on her so i was asked if i could give her an ‘updo’ i feel so much more confident after seeing this instructive video! Thank you so much!!!

[@KenraProfessional]

so glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching! ❤️

[@merycastro4704]

Very beautiful up do and it’s very nice to follow all the steps.

[@ysabellazuniga2841]

Thank you I subscribed What I like about you is that you just don't make styles in this video but give a ton of tips Keep up the amazing work!!

[@KenraProfessional]

Yay! Thank you so much! We really appreciate your feedback.

[@user-xy6fl8fp3v]

Stephanie you are an extraordinary stylist creating beautiful hairstyles. I admire lovely updos but have not been successful; hence viewing videos and admiring. I enjoy your rationalization of the steps that are performed and the effects of it done improperly. You are a very talented proficient teacher, a joy to watch and as per the comments many people agree. Thank you so much for your explanations on gorgeous updos.

[@KenraProfessional]

Wow, thank you so much! We are so glad you love our videos from Stephanie!

[@Mailechannel]

this is amazing and I learn a lot as an MUA!

[@pamelagard8480]

I have long hair that I like to be creative with. This is great!

[@KenraProfessional]

Wonderful! ☺️🙌

[@belindagoodwinhairandmakeu8141]

Thankyou for sharing - so many helpful tips xx

[@KenraProfessional]

Glad it was helpful!

[@katydec6999]

Great video and very helpful comments! Thank you Stephanie! Greetings from Poland!

[@KenraProfessional]

Greetings, and thank you for watching!

[@VelaPhotography1965]

I can't believe that I have missed these amazing videos, you are an amazing instructor, and very talented ❤ 👏 love it!! By the way I never noticed the music 🎶 😉

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Thank you so much! We really appreciate it!

[@Makeupbylinaslays]

This is a great tutorial !!! Thank you.

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Glad you enjoyed it!

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Great job loved this !! Thank you

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[@gailyhanna510]

Love this! Thank you so much.

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Thank YOU for watching!

[@TobiDuda]

Excellent tips!!! Great!!

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Glad it was helpful!

[@lettyjeanbaptiste2456]

Thank you very much for sharing with us.

[@KenraProfessional]

You're so welcome, Letty! Thank YOU!

[@chrisscheier7936]

This is the best tutorial I have ever seen THANK YOU

[@KenraProfessional]

Thank you, we are so glad to hear that!

[@TheFarkhondeh]

Beautiful work , I am so impressed that you used alive model a real person, Instead of manikin head.You know your hair cuts and your updos are Always look sooooooo good on Manikin’s head . I think styles who Uses manikin heads for once should show their work on real person . Thank you so much for your useful class.🌴🌴🌴

[@KenraProfessional]

Thank you so much 😊

[@manddaax3]

Loved this thank you!!!

[@KenraProfessional]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@dascarina]

Thank you so much for this video! I'm learning to do hair and my main problem is the flat hair on the crown. I will try the "tease and spray" method next time!

[@KenraProfessional]

Yesssssss we know you'll love it! Thank you!

[@rosedavis9197]

Thank you Great information

[@julietoneill1268]

Beautiful and thank you for sharing 💕

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[@vtv3456]

I LOVE IT!!!!!....You Worked that!

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Thanks for watching! ❤️

[@sarathdesilva5372]

Most detailed video.tkz fr sharing.I watch ur videos like crazy.keep doing plz .

[@KenraProfessional]

Glad they are helpful! Thanks for watching Sarath!

[@bonitagarner3982]

So Beautiful! 😍🔥🔥Great detailed tutorial.👍🏾👍🏾

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[@surge337]

My god! Amazing! 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

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Thank you! Glad you enjoyed it ☺️

[@rhondamoffit6490]

BEAUTIFUL!!!!!

[@QuyNguyen-mm3qu]

thank you Stephanie

[@KenraProfessional]

Thanks for watching Quy!

[@DebbieRose]

So interested with your hair Stephanie, show us a tutorial 😍

[@stephanielarson1771]

Hello, my name is also Stephanie (you can clearly see by looking at my name) and I also love doing hairstyles, but I'm not the Stephanie in this video!!!! 😂😂

[@kyonghihamby4876]

That is a genius Kendra, so beautiful I never knew before, it will it takes a skill, thank you for your video. ❤️🌹

[@KenraProfessional]

😍😍😍

[@jonispruit8877]

I love all the tips. ❤

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Thanks for watching Joni! ❤️

[@nelimaliz4881]

Thank you for this video

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Thank YOU for watching, Nelima!

[@royafadai]

She’s an incredible educator wow

[@KenraProfessional]

She is amazing! Thanks for watching!

[@live2eat87]

You teach so well Steph. Lvoe u

[@KenraProfessional]

She's the best!

[@MrKiwispirit]

Well done fantastic tutorial

[@KenraProfessional]

Glad you liked it! ☺️

[@virginiabailey8606]

I like the pointers about the backcombing👍🏻

[@KenraProfessional]

Right?!? We LOVE a good Pro Tip!

[@happynessisawesome]

Loveeeee itttt😘 want to see more of 101 of hairstyling💕

[@KenraProfessional]

You got it! 😉

[@vidoolanagawa5367]

Thnks dear its wonderful...👍

[@KenraProfessional]

Most welcome 😊

[@florida_grl_43beach11]

Her hair is beautiful! Great tutorial!

[@KenraProfessional]

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[@florida_grl_43beach11]

I’ve learned so much and will be using what I’ve learn in my salon. I struggle with updo’s and feel what has been taught here seems very easy.

[@spoiledapple9201]

Great video! Love the timing! Detailed, slow enough, but not toooooo slow! The only thing I wish I was able to find is a product list. I am curious what back comb you used and Bobby pin size in particular. I screenshot the Kendra products so I can pick those up :)

[@chingkhuptong7435]

Fantastic👏👏👏so satisfying...i love it ...

[@KenraProfessional]

Thank you so much! 😀

[@sinaallen9646]

Thank you thank you just thank you

[@KenraProfessional]

Our pleasure! ☺️

[@tinac3199]

loved this 🥰🙌🏽

[@KenraProfessional]

So glad, Tina! Thank you!

[@tiffanycrystalclear]

Bien explicado , Nadie lo ah echo cómo está mujer! Y no muchas les gusta compartir en el salón tampoco . This was well explained and not many like to share at salons so thanks sister not bad at all!

[@KenraProfessional]

Thank you so much y gracias por ver!

[@maryamsani7871]

Beautiful thank you 😊

[@KenraProfessional]

Thanks for watching Maryam!

[@mayamuhayyo8198]

Very good updo and new knowledge

[@KenraProfessional]

Many many thanks

[@Magspirit1]

Beautifully done 😊

[@KenraProfessional]

Thanks for watching! ❤️

[@foreverbellaMua]

Learned new tips thank you

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Glad to hear it!

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[@patriciapena4948]

Precioso! Me encanta

[@KenraProfessional]

¡Gracias por ver! Te apreciamos.

[@sanjida_hasan]

You're awesome! All of your tutorials are so helpful even for non-professionals. Thanks for the great tutorials ❤️

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Thank you so much!

[@aliciabispo2662]

GreAt video Stephanie !

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Thanks for watching, Alicia!!!

[@elisabethwells195]

You're the best!

[@KenraProfessional]

❤️❤️❤️

[@josiehond84]

Great video. Thank you so much! What's the brand of the flat iron you're using?

[@manjuaggarwal3046]

Awesome tutorial

[@KenraProfessional]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@christinafaughnan8718]

Are there certain flat irons better for curls. Loved the video

[@denilotus5538]

Halo kenra this nice tutorial hair up do style, very simple and easy look gorgeus, give new inovation dont to much use bobby pin, thx u for your information, love u kenra👍❤️

[@KenraProfessional]

Thank you so much 🤗

[@vanessamilligan3278]

EXCELLENT TEACHER AND ARTIST

[@KenraProfessional]

Thank you so much, Vanessa!

[@soluv2cuthair]

Great tutorial, beautiful lowlights and color melt. Where did you purchase your highlighting comb, and the name of it? I like the way it lifted the hair.

[@marinajohnson7027]

Very helpful😀

[@KenraProfessional]

Thanks so much for watching!

[@bettyamrhein9364]

Fantastic Job

[@KenraProfessional]

Thank you, Betty! Cheers!

[@lubochkal6178]

Nice video-very helpful

[@KenraProfessional]

We're so glad it was helpful!

[@promiserichardson4270]

Such useful tips and excellent explanations! You just answered every question i had except for one. Thank you sooooo much! I needed this education badly with a wedding coming up.

[@KenraProfessional]

Yay!!! You're so welcome! We're happy to try and answer any questions you may have as well! Best wishes on the upcoming wedding hair!

[@noreenflakhan]

Thank you

[@KenraProfessional]

Thanks for watching! ❤️

[@callybo1]

I love the colour of the models hair 💖

[@KenraProfessional]

Isn't it dreamy? Thanks for watching!

[@callybo1]

It's absolutely stunning. Thank you for the video! I'm going to attempt this on my daughter x

[@bridalmakeupbysenani]

Beautyfull i love it🤩

[@KenraProfessional]

Thank you! 😊

[@SantoshPatil-ik8rt]

Beautiful hairstyle mam I like the way u teach the detailed version

[@KenraProfessional]

Thanks for liking this video, Santosh! We appreciate the love!

[@linawalker869]

I love your work. Can you please do a video on Hollywood waves?

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Hi Lina! We have actually just finished filming on a Hollywood wave tutorial! Be on the lookout for it in the coming weeks ahead! Make sure to subscribe so you don't miss when it comes out! bit.ly/KenraProfessionalSubscribe

[@jdopera]

This is one of the best tutorials I have ever seen. Thank you so much for this information! By the way, what brand is the back comb brush/comb you use? It looks amazing and my wedding is coming up in July and I would like to buy it and have it in my hair tools kit!

[@KenraProfessional]

Thanks for watching Jen! Congrats on your upcoming wedding!