No more wanna-be Kim K’s.
Real Women Show You How to Rock Slicked-Back Hair Like a Celeb

By Kristen BousquetJan 09, 2018
Kristen Bousquet
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Kristen is a Massachusetts based beauty & fashion writer. Chances are if you see her, she'll be covered in makeup swatches, raving about her new favorite face mask and wearing a band tee. She also has an unhealthy obsession with her two Boston Terriers and anything buffalo chicken.
Some trends that we try can make us look like we're trying too hard — slicked-back hair being one of them. Celebs like Kim Kardashian and Rihanna make it look easy, but on us, sometimes it can turn out too extra for everyday. Want to know how to rock slicked-back hair without looking like a wannabe? Click through to see how nine real women mastered this 'do — and you can too.
Deep Side Part (Photo via @_makeupbyaudrey_)
Smooth Waves (Photo via @chandni_bm)
Low Pony (Photo via @daydreamers_diary)
Off-Center Part (Photo via @katieferraramusic)
Slicked Behind the Ears (Photo via @makeupbykursty)
Pixie Cut (Photo via @nellzlioness)
Glossy Locks (Photo via @saba_artistry)
Gelled to the Side (Photo via @samanthamariko)
No Defined Part (Photo via @wellaprofessionalsturkey)
Tweet us your favorite slicked back hairstyles @BritandCo!
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