HOW TO ‘DO’ 2013. Marc Chong is the kind of man you would gladly welcome to get in your hair. Because, if it’s true that travel broadens the mind, Chong must be one of the most qualified hair stylists in Indonesia.
Chong first started his career in Hong Kong in 1987. Over the next several years, he moved to China and the Netherlands before finally returning to Hong Kong, as requested by celebrity hair stylist Kim Robinson. Besides working as the artistic hair stylist of Salon Esprit, Chong was also involved in Hong Kong Fashion Week. Later on, he took part in fashion week events in Singapore and Jakarta when he moved to both cities in 2005 and 2009, respectively. Right now, Chong is the director and owner of De Salon by Marc, which is located in Plaza Indonesia, Jakarta. All of this was reason enough for DA MAN to consult him on what hairstyles will be hot for men in 2013. For Chong, “fun” is the keyword for 2013 men’s hairstyles specifically, he see the word fun in dysfunctional. Chong foresees a trend that he calls a “disconnecting hairstyle [where the hair is] long on the top and short on the sides.” Professionals like Chong and his team can easily use their special haircutting techniques to make this style match any shape of face as well as modify it to create more contrast and texture. The best thing about this hairstyle, says Chong, is that it’s equally great for both casual and formal events. All is possible with the right styling products.
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Alterna – Flexible Hold Hair Spray
Chong explains that Alterna’s Flexible Hold Hair Spray is a “quick-drying hair spray that accentuates texture,” which makes it a perfect product to create the disconnecting do.
Alterna – Extreme Wax
Alterna’s Extreme Wax is excellent for spiky styles. “[It] creates texture and defines deconstructed styles easily,” says Chong.
Lakme – Fiber Paste
Chong chose this molding paste from the Barcelona-based brand due to its ability to create a great short, messy and matte look.
Goldwell – Lagoom
Jam Volume Gel “Disconnecting” style is also about volume. Goldwell’s Lagoom Jam can certainly help create that.
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Here are a few products you can try at home too:
1. Paul Mitchell – Dry Wax
Hair wax that offers definition, texture and a firm hold.
2. L’Oréal Professionel Homme – Sculpte
With a flexible hold, this sculpting fiber paste works wonders if you want to create a textured hairstyle.
3. L’Oréal Studio Line – Mineral Control Invisi’Gel
In addition to creating volume, the minerals in this transparent gel also keeps hair healthy.
4. Kiehl’s – Climate-Proof Shine- Enhancing Non-Aerosol Spray
This hair spray promises strong yet flexible control that lasts even longer than its name.