Lyle Menendez’s slicked-back hairstyle from the 90s became iconic. Learn how to recreate this bold look using MENPURITY’s WAVE Smooth Hair Cream and the SNAKE Brush for volume and control.
Lyle Menendez, along with his brother Erik, captured the attention of millions in the early 1990s due to their high-profile criminal case. While the trial dominated headlines, one aspect that caught the public's eye was Lyle’s meticulously groomed hairstyle. His slicked-back, voluminous look became an iconic part of his courtroom image, exuding confidence and control.
Let’s break down Lyle’s distinctive hairstyle and how you can recreate this timeless look using the right techniques and products.
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Lyle’s slicked-back style was more than just a grooming choice—it was a bold statement of power and refinement. The combination of volume at the crown and the sleek, smooth sides created a sharp, polished appearance that conveyed authority. This hairstyle requires well-maintained, healthy hair and strategic styling techniques to strike the right balance between control and volume.
To achieve a modern version of Lyle’s look, the key lies in enhancing the natural texture and thickness of your hair without weighing it down. Traditional heavy gels and pomades may leave your hair stiff and greasy, but with the right product, you can get a smooth, voluminous style with a natural finish. For this, WAVE Smooth Hair Cream is your go-to solution.
Here’s how you can replicate Lyle’s iconic hairstyle with the help of WAVE Smooth Hair Cream and the SNAKE Brush for the perfect finishing touches.
Start with Clean, Hydrated Hair
The foundation of any great hairstyle is healthy, well-moisturized hair. Using a nourishing shampoo like MINT Hair Shampoo from MENPURITY is a great first step. MINT is designed to cleanse your hair without stripping away its natural oils, which is essential for keeping your hair healthy and manageable. This prepares your hair for styling while ensuring it stays smooth and frizz-free.
Enhance Texture and Volume with WAVE
After washing your hair, towel dry it until it’s damp. Then apply WAVE Smooth Hair Cream, which is designed to add volume and texture while offering light-to-medium hold. Unlike traditional gels, WAVE provides a natural finish that enhances your hair’s fullness without weighing it down or leaving it stiff.
Warm a small amount of WAVE between your hands and distribute it evenly through your hair, focusing on the roots to add lift. The cream’s anti-frizz properties will also help keep your hair smooth, ensuring that your style stays sleek throughout the day.
Smooth and Style with the SNAKE Brush
To achieve that perfect slicked-back look, reach for the SNAKE Brush. This brush is specifically designed to enhance the thickness of your hair while speeding up the drying process. Its soft bristles glide through your hair smoothly, helping you detangle and style without causing damage.
Start by brushing your hair back from the forehead, using the SNAKE Brush to create a sleek, polished finish. The brush’s design ensures that your hair maintains its natural volume, which is essential for achieving the balance of smoothness and fullness that defined Lyle’s look. The extra-soft bristles also protect your scalp and hair from breakage, making it a great tool for daily styling.
Finishing Touches
After styling, let your hair air dry or use a blow dryer on a low setting to lock in the look. The combination of WAVE Smooth Hair Cream and the SNAKE Brush will give your hair a sleek, natural finish with just the right amount of hold. The matte texture of WAVE ensures that your hair looks healthy and touchable, without any unwanted shine.
WAVE Smooth Hair Cream is the ideal styling product for anyone looking to recreate a refined, slicked-back look like Lyle Menendez’s. Unlike heavier products, WAVE adds texture and volume without making your hair stiff or greasy. It’s especially effective for adding lift at the roots while maintaining a soft, flexible finish. This makes it perfect for hairstyles that require volume and control, such as Lyle’s signature look.
Moreover, WAVE’s anti-frizz formula ensures that your hair stays smooth and manageable throughout the day. Whether your hair is thick or fine, WAVE provides enough hold to keep your style in place without sacrificing movement or natural texture. Paired with the SNAKE Brush, this product ensures your hair stays full and polished, even in challenging weather conditions.
One of the challenges with slicked-back styles is ensuring they hold up throughout the day without losing volume or becoming greasy. WAVE Smooth Hair Cream offers the flexibility needed to maintain your style while keeping it looking natural. Its light hold allows you to restyle your hair if necessary, while the SNAKE Brush can easily be used to touch up and smooth your hair without adding more product.
For those with thicker hair, the WAVE cream adds just enough control to keep everything in place without making it look overly styled. If you have finer hair, it adds volume and texture, helping to create that fuller, more defined look. The combination of WAVE and the SNAKE Brush gives you everything you need for effortless, polished styling.
Lyle Menendez’s slicked-back hairstyle became an iconic part of his public image during his infamous trial, and it remains a timeless style for anyone looking to convey power and refinement. Achieving this look requires careful grooming and the right balance of volume and smoothness. With WAVE Smooth Hair Cream and the SNAKE Brush, you can easily recreate a modern version of this classic style.
In summary, to achieve Lyle’s iconic hairstyle:
With the right care and styling, you can rock this bold, powerful look just like Lyle Menendez did in the 90s.
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