Alex Polillo, Hair Stylist: A tFS Exclusive Interview

With clients like Anna Paquin, Katie Holmes and Elizabeth Reaser, it’s not surprising that Alex has become a major player in the hair game. Red carpet, beware!

Here, Sarah Howard asks Alex her three favorite beauty-related questions.

Sarah Howard: how did you break into the hair industry?

Alex Polillo: Immediately following beauty school in Seattle, I was offered a really great opportunity to come and assist at an uber-popular LA salon.

I moved right away, and was really lucky to have great people to learn from.

SH: 5 most coveted products, and why?

AP: Leonor Greyl Hairspray: strong enough to hold anything, but can be brushed away for soft hold, too.

Moroccan Oil: Makes life easier.

Bumble and Bumble Surf Spray: Great for texture.

Leonor Greyl Dry Hair Creme: My favorite finishing product  – it’s really versatile.

Rene Furterer Dry Shampoo: It add serious volume and texture, and also can stretch a blow-dry out a couple more days.

SH: favorite look you’ve ever created?

AP:  The look I’m loving right now is romantic and organic, and with enhanced natural texture. It’s an obvious choice when hair is easy to manage, and I like that effortless look ala this image of Anna Paquin (above) that I styled.

Sarah’s blog is at www.beautybanter.com.

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