Practical Tip: Use a smoothing brush and a high-hold gel like American Crew Firm Hold Styling Gel to pull the hair back smoothly into the ponytail. Attach the bell clips evenly throughout the ponytail for a balanced look.
Noel Night Braids
Noel Night Braids feature two symmetrical braids wrapped around the head like a halo, interspersed with small gold star clips and deep green ribbons. This elegant and timeless hairstyle is perfect for Christmas Eve services or family dinners.
Practical Tip: Pre-treat the hair with a light leave-in conditioner, such as the It’s a 10 Miracle Leave-In Product, to ensure smooth braiding and easy removal of decorations later.
Yuletide Twinkle Tails
Yuletide Twinkle Tails consists of twin ponytails, each wrapped in gold and silver tinsel and topped with twinkling clip-on stars. This hairstyle is fun and festive, ideal for younger children who enjoy a bit of sparkle.
Practical Tip: Use fabric-covered elastics to secure the ponytails comfortably, and choose light clip-on decorations to avoid pulling the hair.
Christmas Eve Elegance
Christmas Eve Elegance is a sophisticated updo featuring soft curls pinned up neatly with pearl and ruby hairpins, mimicking the colors of Christmas. This hairstyle is suited for formal gatherings and complements elegant holiday attire.
Practical Tip: Use a curling iron to form soft curls before pinning them up, applying a light hairspray like L’Oreal Paris Elnett Satin Extra Strong Hold Hairspray to maintain the style without stiffness.
Winter Fairy Whirl
Winter Fairy Whirl is an enchanting full-head braid that spirals from the crown to the nape, adorned with icy blue and white beads and soft feather accents to create a magical winter fairy look. This intricate style is best on children with long, dense hair.
Practical Tip: Apply a beading tool to thread beads into the braid more efficiently, and secure the style with a flexible hair spray such as Sebastian Shaper Plus Hairspray to keep it comfortable and movable.
Conclusion
These 23 festive children’s hairstyles bring joy and sparkle to the holiday season, combining creativity with the magic of Christmas. Try these looks on your little ones and watch their faces light up with excitement! We’d love to hear which hairstyles captured your heart—leave a comment below to share your favorites and any other festive ideas you have!
