For a chilled-out Taurus, audacious Aries, and intuitive Cancerian we have the horoscope to inspire your year ahead. Your star sign can predict what’s in store for your career, love life and your style? So we have teamed up with Moroccanoil, including international educator Violet Sainsbury to share new year hair inspiration, as well as an astrological forecast to help you enter 2021 rocking an impeccable new look, says Editor Trudi Brewer.
Aries: March 21 - April 19
Aries loves to be number one, so it’s no surprise that these audacious rams are the first sign of the zodiac. Bold and ambitious, Aries dives headfirst into even the most challenging situations.
Moroccanoil Dry Texture Spray, $57.
This is one of our favourite hair products, not only does it pump up the volume in any hair texture the dry argan-oil, resins and zeolite form a bond between each hair strand to offer a gritty texture.
Style: Hollywood wave
How to get the look
Step one - prep hair with Moroccanoil Light through the mid-lengths and ends of freshly washed hair. Next, apply Moroccanoil Root Boost and roughly heat dry your hair.
Step two - apply Moroccanoil Dry Texture Spray. Next, use a tong to create soft wave all over. Finish with another layer of the Moroccanoil Dry Texture Spray, for maximum volume and to create gritty texture.
Step three - finish with a mist of the Moroccanoil Luminous Hairspray Medium to maintain your style for the day - Violet Sainsbury.
Taurus: April 20 - May 20
Taurus is an earth sign represented by the bull. Like their celestial spirit animal, Taureans enjoy relaxing in serene, bucolic environments surrounded by soft sounds, soothing aromas, and succulent flavours.
Style: Natural- looking curl
How to get the look
Step one - This is the perfect summer look for anyone with natural curl. Begin by applying Moroccanoil Light throughout the mid-lengths to the end of freshly washed hair
Step two - Liberally apply Moroccanoil Curl Defining Cream and leave your hair to air dry, Violà! - Violet Sainsbury.
Moroccanoil Curl Defining Cream, $58.
For defining natural movement, this argan oil-infused curl booster separates and controls your natural curl, while that dreaded fighting frizz.
Gemini: May 21 - June 20
Have you ever been so busy that you wished you could clone yourself just to get everything done? That’s the Gemini experience in a nutshell. Appropriately symbolized by the celestial twins, this air sign is interested in so many pursuits that it has to double itself.
Moroccanoil Blonde Perfecting Purple Shampoo, $53.
How to get the look
Investing in a blonde colour for summer? Then the perfect partner is this colour-correcting, sulfate-free shampoo. It’s erases the look of yellow, and orange brassiness in blonde, balayage brunette, and grey hair, thanks to the deep violet pigments and clever ArganID™ (microencapsulation technology with ionic attraction that infuses argan oil deep into each hair strand to repair damage and seal in moisture).
Style: Balayage - summer blonde
How to get the look
Step one - Blonde hair needs a colour enhancing shampoo such as Moroccanoil Blonde Perfecting Purple Shampoo. Wash and leave in the hair for between three and five minutes, and rinse in warm water. Next, apply Moroccanoil Moisture Repair Conditioner, and towel dry your hair.
Step two - Apply Moroccanoil Light throughout the mid-lengths followed by Moroccanoil Volumizing Mousse and roughly dry this combination into the hair.
Step three - Apply Moroccanoil Dry Texture Spray throughout your style, and tong in some beachy-looking movement, from the mid-lengths to ends - Violet Sainsbury.
Cancer: June 21 - July 22
Cancer is a cardinal water sign. Represented by the crab, this crustacean seamlessly weaves between the sea and shore representing Cancer’s ability to exist in both emotional and material realms. Cancers are highly intuitive and their psychic abilities manifest in tangible spaces: For instance, Cancers can effortlessly pick up the energies in a room.
Style - Beachy wave
How to get the look
Step one - The hydrating base to any style is Moroccanoil Light worked through the mid-lengths to the ends of freshly washed hair. Next, apply Moroccanoil Root Boost and roughly dry with heat.
Step two - Softly wave with a hot tong all over and apply Moroccanoil Moroccanoil Mending Infusion to the mid-lengths and ends to prevent frizz and define texture - Violet Sainsbury.
Moroccanoil Mending Infusion, $75.
Not just the ultimate split end mender, think of this as a vitamin-fueled, protein-packed hair healer and frizz fighter. The quinoa, argan oil and baobab extracts, are boosted with hair-strengthen proteins antioxidants and amino acids, this combination will transform dry and brittle hair to silky smooth.
Leo: July 23 - August 22
Roll out the red carpet because Leo has arrived. Leo is represented by the lion and these spirited fire signs are the kings and queens of the celestial jungle. They’re delighted to embrace their royal status: Vivacious, theatrical, and passionate, Leos love to bask in the spotlight and celebrate themselves.
Moroccanoil Molding Cream, $60
For sculpting any hair look, or to give flexible hold. we love the semi-matte finish, of this workable, pliable cream. Infused with thickening fibres and nourishing argan oil, if you like to change up your hair look, this is a must in every girl’s bathroom.
Style: Low sleek pony
How to get the look
Step one - Secure your hair into a low tight pony. Apply Moroccanoil Molding Cream to the surface of the hair to smooth flyaway strands.
Step two - Apply Moroccanoil Dry Texture Spray throughout the ends of the pony to add texture and volume.
Step three - Add a bold satin or velvet ribbon around the base of the pony, and apply Moroccanoil Mending Infusion to the ends to seal in moisture and define each strand - Violet Sainsbury.
Virgo: August 23 - September 22
Virgo is an earth sign historically represented by the goddess of wheat and agriculture, an association that speaks to Virgo’s deep-rooted presence in the material world. Virgos are logical, practical, and systematic in their approach to life. This earth sign is a perfectionist at heart and isn’t afraid to improve skills through diligent and consistent practice.
Style: Short practical bob
How to get the look
Step one - wash your hair the night before, and the next morning, spritz Moroccanoil Dry Texture Spray to boost natural movement or use a tong to add soft waves throughout your style.
Step two - Apply Moroccanoil Mending Infusion, to prevent frizz and define your style.
Step three - finally set your hair for the day, with a spritz of Moroccanoil Luminous Hairspray Medium - Violet Sainsbury.
Moroccanoil Luminous Hairspray Medium, from $28.
The beauty of this spray is that it’s lightweight and workable; it also helps to fight frizz and block humidity. For natural hold with no sticky or flaky residue, it’s the perfect finish to any blow dry, which can then brush from your style with ease.
Libra: September 23 - October 22
Libra is an air sign represented by the scales (interestingly, the only inanimate object of the zodiac), an association that reflects Libra's fixation on balance and harmony. Libra is obsessed with symmetry and strives to create equilibrium in all areas of life.
Moroccanoil Thickening Lotion, $57.
Give long locks instant fullness, while strengthening your hair at this same time thanks to the quinoa proteins in this formula. Charged with vitamins and argan oil it not only boosts your style, it leaves hair feeling full, with zero stickiness.
Style: Simple, sleek, movement
How to get the look
Step one - start with the nourishing base of Moroccanoil Light concentrating on the mid-lengths and ends of freshly washed hair. Next, apply Moroccanoil Thickening Lotion and blow-dry your hair with a Moroccanoil 45mm Medium Ceramic Barrel Brush.
Step two - apply a little Moroccanoil Mending Infusion, on the ends only, to prevent frizz and define your style.
Step three - #SELFIE - Violet Sainsbury.
Scorpio: October 23 - November 21
Scorpio is one of the most misunderstood signs of the zodiac. Because of its incredible passion and power, Scorpio is often mistaken for a fire sign. In fact, Scorpio is a water sign that derives its strength from the psychic, emotional realm.
Style: Long, dark and silky smooth
How to get the look
Step one - Nourish long hair daily with a liberal application of apply Moroccanoil Smoothing Lotion and then apply a layer of Moroccanoil Perfect Defence. Blow-dry with your hands to keep your locks smooth.
Step two - create movement with a one-inch curling iron, curling small sections all over your head, winding the hair in the same direction. Wait until the hair is cool and then gently brush downward to stretch out the curl.
Step three - Finish with a cocktail of Moroccanoil Luminous Hairspray Medium and Moroccanoil Glimmer Shine Spray for hold, and unrivalled shine - Violet Sainsbury.
Moroccanoil Smoothing Lotion, $67.
A cocktail of nourishing ingredients including argan oil, argan butter, Vitamin E and essential fatty acids, this is ultimate lotion to prep hair before you apply heat. it’s lightweight, tames frizz and blocks humidity - a summer essential.
Sagittarius: November 22 - December 21
Represented by the archer, Sagittarian’s are always on a quest for knowledge. The last fire sign of the zodiac, Sagittarius launches its many pursuits like blazing arrows, chasing after geographical, intellectual, and spiritual adventures.
Moroccanoil Volumizing Mousse, $57.
Forget what you ever thought about hair mousse, this light-as-air weightless foam, builds body and creates lift without that 80’s crunchy finish. It’s flake-free, and ideal to boost medium to fine hair, giving flexible hold and a silky, bouncy finish.
Style: Half-up high pony
How to get the look
Step one - mist damp hair with Moroccanoil Colour Complete Protect & Prevent Spray with a generous amount of the Moroccanoil Volumizing Mousse to create a soft textured foundation. Dry this combination into your hair with your hands until smooth.
Step two - use a one-inch curling iron and curl similar sized sections all over your head winding hair in the same direction. Wait until the hair is cool, and then gently rake through with your fingers.
Step three - secure a small pony right on top of your head, leaving a large section out at the front to frame your face. Finish all over with a generous layer of the Moroccanoil Dry Texture Spray throughout the hair, and a small amount of the Moroccanoil Mending Infusion concentrated just on the ends - Violet Sainsbury.
Capricorn: December 22 - January 19
The last earth sign of the zodiac, Capricorns are smart, hardworking and in control of their destiny. Accordingly, Capricorns are skilled at navigating both the material and emotional realms and always get what they set their mind to.
Style: High messy bun
How to get the look
Step one - to revive day-old hair, liberally apply the Moroccanoil Dry Shampoo Dark Tones to the roots to ends and massage through your hair. Layer in a generous amount Moroccanoil Dry Texture Spray to create volume and texture.
Step two - secure your hair into a high messy ponytail, and then roughy pin hair into place to create a messy-looking bun.
Step three - pull out loose pieces and finish with a generous spritz of Moroccanoil Luminous Hairspray Medium for hold - Violet Sainsbury.
Moroccanoil Dry Shampoo Dark Tones, $48.
The ultra-fine, oil-absorbing rice starch is tinted to suit brunettes, and designed to wipe out the look of greasy roots or odour. Ideal for refreshing a day old blowdry or to add gritty texture when putting hair up - the best news no white residue on your raven locks.
Aquarius: January 20 - February 18
Despite the “aqua” in its name, Aquarius is actually the last air sign of the zodiac. Aquarius is represented by the water bearer, the mystical healer who bestows water, or life, upon the land. Accordingly, Aquarius is the most humanitarian astrological sign.
Moroccanoil Dry Shampoo Light Tones, $48.
The perfect dry shampoo for blondes. Not only will it refresh your style, but the UV-protecting, argan oil-infused subtle violet undertones will also nourish and balance any brassiness.
Style: Blonde bombshell
How to get the look
Step one - To refresh your day old-style, liberally spray the Moroccanoil Dry Shampoo Light Tones into the roots to ends and massage through. Layer in a generous amount of the Moroccanoil Dry Texture Spray, until you have the desired volume and gritty texture.
Step two - use a tong to add soft waves to the hair all over and finish with a light mist of the Moroccanoil Dry Texture Spray - Violet Sainsbury.
Pisces: February 19 - March 20
Pisces, a water sign, is the last constellation of the zodiac. It's symbolized by two fish swimming in opposite directions, representing the constant division of Pisces' attention between fantasy and reality. As the final sign, Pisces has absorbed every lesson — the joys and the pain, the hopes and the fears — learned by all of the other signs.
Style: Water-like wave
How to get the look
Step one - on damp hair apply a small amount of the Moroccanoil Hydrating Styling Cream, and dry your hair smooth.
Step two - Secure the hair off to one side in a low loose bun. Be sure to leave a large section of hair out at the front.
Step three - apply Moroccanoil Perfect Defence to the front section and create a large ‘S’ bend wave using a large curling iron. Once cooled softly comb out the curl and spray into place with Moroccanoil Luminous Hairspray Medium- Violet Sainsbury.
Moroccanoil Hydrating Styling Cream, $58
A leave-in, moisture-rich styling cream ideal for blow-drying your locks and refreshing a day-old style. If you use hot tools daily this argan oil-infused styling cream adds shine and definition, while nourishing your style at the same time.