MASTER CLASS

LOCATION

Salon Lexington
432 3rd Avenue
New York, NY, 10016

DATE AND TIME
Sunday,January 10, 2027
11:00 AM – 5:00 PM EDT

MUSTAFA AVCI MASTERCLASS
The Art of Hollywood Waves & Vintage Glamour

Discover the techniques behind Mustafa Avci’s signature waves and sculpted updos in a masterclass that brings timeless Hollywood glamour into modern hairstyling.

Through two distinctive looks, Mustafa breaks down the process from preparation to the final detail, sharing the techniques that create beautifully defined waves, balanced shapes, and a seamless finish. Build your confidence and refine your approach to bridal, special occasion, and glamorous evening hair.

LOOK ONE | SIGNATURE HOLLYWOOD WAVES

Learn how to create flowing, beautifully connected waves with refined shape, shine, and lasting hold.

What you’ll learn:

• Product selection and application: Understand what to use, when to apply it, and how to build the right foundation.
• Tools and their impact: Explore how your choice of tools influences wave shape, definition, and finish.
• Preparation and setting: Prepare and set the hair for consistent waves and lasting structure.
• Strategic sectioning: Learn section placement and direction for a cohesive wave pattern.
• Working with and without extensions: Adapt your approach and blend extensions seamlessly into the finished look.
• The art of the comb-out: Shape and connect waves with controlled combing and detailed refinement.
• Front styling variations: Explore different ways to finish the front and frame the face.
• Polishing and hold: Refine the surface, control flyaways, and finish for shine and longevity.

LOOK TWO | SCULPTED VINTAGE GLAM UPDO

Explore the structure and detail behind an elegant vintage-inspired updo, combining sculpted waves with a clean, polished silhouette.

What you’ll learn:

• The complete styling process: Follow each stage from initial preparation to the finished look.
• Sectioning for shape and balance: Create a foundation that supports the overall design.
• Creative hair padding techniques: Use and shape padding in different ways to build volume, support, and structure.
• Two wave-sculpting comb techniques: Create tighter, more defined patterns or larger, sweeping waves to suit your desired look.
• Shape and refinement: Develop the wave pattern and refine its connection to the updo.
• A seamless final finish: Achieve crisp definition, smooth surfaces, and beautifully blended details.

WHAT TO BRING

Please bring the following tools and products:

• 1-inch curling iron
• Strong-hold hairspray
• Hair oil
• Tail comb
• Updo brush
• Duckbill clips
• Bobby pins
• Hair padding
• Hair elastics

CANCELLATION POLICY

All sales are final. No refunds will be issued for attendee cancellations.