How Latto Got Her ‘Big Hair Moment’ at the 2023 BET Awards

For the 2023 Guess Awards, Latto desired unforgettable hair and a memorable acquire. It is no shock that the rapper accomplished each, and her hairstylist, Ashanti Lation, solely told Us Weekly how she created it transpire. 

“We knew we needed to have a large hair second, something with tons of volume for the crimson carpet,” Lation described to Us right after the Sunday, June 25, awards demonstrate — which saw Latto, 24, consider the award for Finest Woman Hip-Hop Artist and Finest Collaboration for Big Power, that includes Mariah Carey. 

“I’m not going to cry this yr,” Latto reported in her acceptance speech. “But shout out to God. Shout out to all the other women in the category and the women who paved the way for this to even be probable. This group is heading ridiculous this 12 months.” 

In advance of her victories, Latto graced the event’s pink carpet in a pretty sheer gown by Mônot that featured a daring thigh-substantial slit. The “For the Night” artist teamed the garment with layered necklaces, strappy black sandal heels and voluminous locks.

Her signature blonde strands had been parted to the side, styled in bouncy waves. To do this, Lation made use of the Dyson Airwrap Multi-Styler with the 1.2-inch attachment. “I wanted a look that matched her ‘Big Latto’ persona, that introduced massive energy to the stage and represented her large nomination that turned into a big gain,” she reported.

Ahead of making use of the instrument, which is at this time trending on TikTok, Lation washed Latto’s normal hair and extensions with SheaMoisture’s Aloe Butter Scalp Dampness Shampoo and Conditioner, which remaining her strands “super gentle and manageable.” 

Following, Lation added in the extensions “to build more volume.” Afterward, she went to do the job with the Dyson Airwrap, which she said place “minimal heat” on Latto’s mane. 

Once she created the curls, the magnificence guru made use of the SheaMoisture Manuka Honey & Mafura Oil Hydrating Wrap & Set Mousse to form Latto’s stresses. Lation finished the seem using the SheaMoisture Coconut & Hibiscus Edge Gel to “lay and safe Latto’s uncovered edges.” 

The style held up as she belted out her hit “Put It On Da Floor” while on phase. 

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The Sunday soirée took position at the Microsoft Theatre in Los Angeles and included other performances by Quavo, Offset, Ice Spice, Glorilla, Lil Uzi Vert and Patti LaBelle. Busta Rhymes was honored with the Lifetime Achievement Award.