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Refinery29
4 days ago
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- Refinery29
I Got A 'Thickening' Haircut — & I've Never Loved My Fine Hair More
Thick, luscious lengths are not something I've been blessed with. Instead, my natural hair is fine, poker-straight and often falls flat. Don't get me wrong, I've tried every mousse, volumising mist, curling tong and dry shampoo to give a bit of height at my roots, but my hair doesn't play ball. While I love its silky-soft texture, it struggles to hold a curl — my carefully tonged Dyson Airwrap curls fall out within minutes — so much so that I often resort to the highest heat settings on my curling wand and finish with an unhealthy amount of hairspray. I've learnt to strategically pose in pictures with all my hair brought in front of my neck to give the illusion of a full-bodied blowdry. The back of my hair is not my business. For this reason, every time I visit my hairdresser, I sheepishly explain why my strands are fried. She trims away all of my split ends and the cycle begins again. Dry shampoo makes a daily appearance in my routine to provide as much root lift as possible, so my hair often feels dry and looks matte, rather than the super bouncy, glossy pictures I have saved in my Instagram hair inspiration folder. But one thing I haven't considered until now is how the right haircut could be the solution to adding more oomph to my hair. That's until I discovered Larry King 's thickening haircut, dreamt up by hairstylist Scott Ade — and the man behind my new look. What is the thickening haircut? Ade created the thickening haircut in 2016 with one goal: to create the illusion of fuller hair, particularly for those with fine or thinning tresses. Inspired by his wife's fine hair and the lack of reference images of celebrities and models available to women with similar hair types, he developed a textured, layered style that's a modern update to the 1970s shag. 'I started doing these styles that are a bit more shaggy, with short layers around the front because that's often the part of fine hair that's the weakest,' Ade told me, explaining his technique. 'The idea was to take those parts and cut them shorter, basically cutting them before they become weak,' and eventually break off. I couldn't wait to sit in Ade's chair. Since my hair was long and all one length, his creation involved cutting short, thick, face-framing layers around my face, with diagonal layers — rather than straight ones — around the back of the head to lend added dimension. He then cut what he calls ' invisible layers ', by sectioning the top layer of my hair and skimming down the middle lengths underneath. This, Ade told me, would lend the appearance of thicker, fuller hair with lots of mussed-up texture. Lastly, Ade decided to cut face-framing layers by making my fringe thicker using the feathering method. Now, it sweeps effortlessly across the tops of my cheeks. It's a very '70s look, with shaggy layers and textured, tousled waves. Ade explained how he then tends to slice layers through the front and the sides to encourage texture, width and a fuller-looking head of hair. Essentially, achieving volume upwards is impossible, he says, so he adds volume widthways, which gives that full-bodied look, especially around the front of the face. What's it like to get a thickening haircut? Admittedly, while I gave Ade full creative control to snip away, I nervously sipped my coffee as he began chopping off inches, doing my best to trust the process. 'If you've got fine hair, people are sometimes scared when you start slicing into it to take weight off the ends,' he explained. 'But what you're doing is building up these shorter pieces, which act like internal scaffolding.' Amazingly, he created my new look without any heated styling tools, just a Dyson Professional hairdryer and a brush. (And two decades of skills, of course). Once he'd finished cutting in a wider fringe with shorter front layers and the invisible layers at the back of my head, he rough-dried my hair, had me flip my hair upside down and spritzed the Pureology Style + Protect Instant Levitation Volume Mist, £31.99, through my roots. When finished, my hair looked fuller, thicker and, dare I say, voluminous. But it's not weighed down with product or sticky with hairspray like before. Instead, it feels soft and natural, and I walked out of the salon feeling confident that I could recreate the final look at home, too. What's the thickening haircut like IRL? You might imagine shorter, choppier layers would be difficult to style, but it's quite the opposite. I've followed Ade's steps: rough-drying my hair, flipping it upside down, spritzing a texturising mist through the mid-lengths and ends, then using a large round brush to smooth big sections. I find I'm left with a tousled, effortless wave rather than tightly-wound curls that end up limp and lifeless like before. I love how low-maintenance and instantly transformational this cut is with all the practicality I need from my hair — including being able to throw it up in a claw clip when it's hot or I'm running late. I even have enough length on my fringe to tuck it behind my ears, but best of all, I'm using less heat than ever when styling it, simply relying on my hairdryer and a decent brush. (My go-to is the Moroccanoil Ceramic Round Brush 35mm, £18.) Honestly, I suspect the thickening haircut will leave me with healthier strands in the long run. It's a regular occurrence for me to leave a salon loving a new 'do, then inevitably feel frustrated trying to achieve the same effect at home. I just don't have the skills or patience for a smooth, sleek blowdry with different brushes, clips and pin curls. However, just as Ade promised, his thickening cut is very low-maintenance. I wash my hair every couple of days with Davines Dede Shampoo, £21.75, and rough-dry it upside down with my own Dyson Airwrap, £399.99, using the hairdryer attachment. Once dry, I brush out any knots with a Tangle Teezer The Ultimate Detangler, £18, which is the only hairbrush that can glide through clumps of wet hair without dragging. When it comes to styling, Ade recommends a less-is-more approach. He advises that a common mistake that people with fine hair make is overloading it with product, which ends up weighing it down rather than imparting the volume you're seeking. To add long-lasting texture to my naturally sleek strands, my go-to on wet hair is the L'Oréal Pro Thermo Modelling Volumising Hair Styling Spray, £19.05, a clear spray that provides volume and root lift when activated with heat. I spray it liberally and blow-dry it into my hair to make it soft but tousled. When I do end up reaching for my curling tong, it makes a big difference to how long curls last, too. If I don't have time to wash my hair, I always reach for the Davines Dry Texturizer, £29.25. Not only does this smell incredible, but it affords me that effortless textured effect Ade created with his hands. I like to use it in place of a hairspray as it holds any style I've created really well. When I'm between washes, dry shampoo is a staple — both before and after my thickening haircut. Lately, I've been reaching for JVN The Essential Dry Shampoo, £26. It's pricier than I'd like, but the clear mist leaves no white cast or residue and transforms three-day-old hair from greasy to fresh without water. Lastly, Ade recommends a top-up cut to his creation every three months, and given how well it turned out for me — both in the salon and beyond — I'll certainly stick to it for fuller, thicker-looking hair.
Graziadaily
21-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Graziadaily
Shark! Celebrity Infested Waters: Meet Paralympian Ade Adepitan
ITV's newest entertainment format sees a group of celebrities submerged in shark infested waters. If you're wondering who would be crazy enough to sign up to a show like that, TV presenter and wheelchair basketball player, Ade Adepitan, is one such person. As someone who has made their bravery and resilience clear throughout their career, perhaps it's not such a surprise to see Paralympian Ade plunged into a shark cage on the show after all. And if it's made you question where you've seen him before then you've come to the right place. Here's everything you need to know about the presenter. Ade, whose full name is Adedoyin Olayiwola, is a TV presenter and wheelchair basketball player who has hosted travel documentaries and sports programmes for BBC and Channel 4 for more than 20 years. In 2004, Ade won a bronze medal at the Summer Paralympics playing wheelchair basketball. He is an advocate for promoting access to sport for disabled people and received an MBE for his services to disability sport in 2005. Ade got his start as an actor and appeared in Casualty and Desperados and Eastenders before moving into presenting in the early 2000s. He appeared on Channel 4's Unreported World during the 2010s and That Paramlympic Show in 2012 with Rick Edwards. Ade hosted Africa with Ade Adepitan in 2019 and Climate Change: Ade on the Frontline in 2021. Ade has also presented the Invictus Games, The One Show and World's Biggest Cities on the BBC. In 2025, Ade appeared on Shark! Celebrity Infested Waters alongside Lenny Henry, Amandaland star Lucy Punch, Helen George, Rachel Riley, Dougie Poynter and Ross Noble. In the show's attempt to showcase sharks in a new light, Ade takes on the physical challenges with twice the difficulty and vigour because of his disability, making him twice as impressive. Ade was born in Lagos in Nigeria where he contracted polio as an infant. This caused damage to his legs which required him to use a wheelchair. Yes, Ade has been married to singer Linda Harrison, who performs as Elle Exxe, since 2018. They have a son who was born in 2021. Nikki Peach is a writer at Grazia UK, working across entertainment, TV and news. She has also written for the i, i-D and the New Statesman Media Group and covers all things pop culture for Grazia (treating high and lowbrow with equal respect).
New Straits Times
14-07-2025
- Entertainment
- New Straits Times
#SHOWBIZ: Bella marks a new chapter with 'Lebih Indah Berpisah'
A YEAR after finalising her second divorce, singer and actress Bella Astillah has released a heartfelt new single titled 'Lebih Indah Berpisah'. While many might assume the song reflects her current life, Bella insists it's not a direct account of her personal story. Bella, whose real name is Dayang Ara Nabella Awang Astillah, officially divorced actor-singer Aliff Aziz for the second time on June 13 last year. The couple first married on Sept 9, 2016. The single, composed and written by Indonesian musician Ade Govinda, was specially crafted for Bella. Describing the song as symbolic of her journey toward healing and moving forward, Bella, 31, says the timing of its release — coinciding with the first anniversary of her divorce — was coincidental. "When I first met Ade in Jakarta to record the song, I suddenly felt overwhelmed," she recalls. "I couldn't sing right away. The studio went silent. Everyone waited, but then I just burst into tears." That emotional moment became a cathartic turning point. "After letting it all out, I felt relieved. The recording then went smoothly," Bella recounts. "I couldn't hold back the sadness when the lyrics struck so close to home." Although the song was tailored for her, Bella emphasises that 'Lebih Indah Berpisah' is not entirely "autobiographical". Rather, her personal experience served as inspiration for Ade's writing. Originally titled 'Lebih Baik Berpisah', the final version uses the word indah ("beautiful") to emphasise hope and personal growth after separation. "The message is that not all breakups are dead ends," Bella explains."This song is about preparing oneself to begin anew. It's not about anger or regret, it's about rising from pain with renewed strength." She hopes the song resonates with others facing heartbreak. "I'm not the only one who's gone through this. This could be the story of many others too," she says. "Sometimes, separation is the best path forward. especially if the relationship can no longer be saved." Bella also views the single as a personal milestone: "This project challenged me vocally and emotionally. I didn't record it to compete with anyone, but to grow as an artiste and improve myself." Ade is equally grateful for the collaboration, which came about unexpectedly after Bella's cover of the song 'Masing Masing' — which Ade had originally composed for Ernie Zakri — went viral. "That cover led to this collaboration. It was all destined," Ade shares. "Bella is fast, professional, and easy to work with. I'm truly happy to collaborate with her." Ade also reveals his plans to pitch 'Lebih Indah Berpisah' as a soundtrack for an Indonesian drama series (sinetron). "This song isn't just a melody, it's an emotional expression, a tribute to the courage it takes to let go and pursue happiness," he adds. As Bella moves forward in her personal and professional life, 'Lebih Indah Berpisah' stands not just as a song, but as a powerful anthem of resilience and hope.
Scottish Sun
14-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Who are the Channel 5 presenters and pundits for Club World Cup 2025?
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) CHANNEL 5's presenting team for the Fifa Club World Cup 2025 has been announced. Featuring a blend of experienced broadcasters with strong footballing credentials, here's everything you need to know. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up Ade Oladipo 4 Ade Oladipo is leading Channel 5's presenting duties Credit: The Sun At the forefront of the C5 presenting team is Ade Oladipo — a versatile host known for his extensive work across multiple sports, particularly football and boxing. His career in sport started at a young age — Ade represented Essex in both football and athletics, as well as training at the Tottenham Hotspur Academy as a youngster. He began his career in sports broadcasting as an analyst on Arise News in 2015. In 2017, Ade founded his eponymously named YouTube channel, Ade Olapido, where he discusses boxing news and has amassed nearly 80k subscribers and 20million views as of June 2025. more on the club world cup LU LOOK FAMILIAR Chelsea title winner to take charge of Blues' opponents in Club World Cup Ade's gone on to work with major broadcasters including DAZN, talkSPORT, Amazon Prime, Sky Sports, ESPN and Fox Sports. His natural charisma and ability to connect with audiences is sure to make C5's Club World Cup coverage of the highest quality. Kelly Somers 4 Kelly Somers is also bringing all of the action from the Club World Cup to a TV screen near you Credit: Getty Kelly Somers is another prominent presenter on C5's roster for the tournament. She has built a solid reputation through her work with BBC Sport, particularly during the 2024 World Cup, as well as on Football Focus and Match of the Day. She has also worked with other major broadcasters including talkSPORT, Premier League Productions and Optus Sport. Her deep understanding of the game and clear, articulate analysis are sure to enrich C5's coverage of the Club World Cup. James Richardson 4 James Richardson is back on British TV bringing us coverage of the beautiful game Credit: PA Veteran football presenter James Richardson is also part of the team. He built up a cult following while hosting Football Italia on Channel 4 for decade, starting from 1992. James' passion for the beautiful game and engaging presenting style have earned him widespread acclaim. He currently hosts the Uefa Champions League Goals Show for TNT Sports. His Club World Cup presenting stint will be welcomed by fans who appreciate an insightful and witty approach to broadcasting. James brings his wealth of knowledge about international football and unique ability to blend humour with expert analysis to C5's tournament coverage. Olivia Buzaglo 4 Olivia Buzaglo completes C5's presenting line-up Credit: Instagram @oliviabuzaglo Olivia Buzaglo will also be contributing to C5's coverage. She always dreamed of going into sports journalism and is a die-hard Chelsea fan. Olivia began blogging for now-defunct magazine Shoot, before scoring a job at Premier League Productions. In 2016, she started working with the non-affiliated Chelsea FC Fan TV on YouTube — recording live segments at Stamford Bridge or videos discussing main talking points. It got her noticed by Chelsea TV, who soon welcomed her to their Stamford Bridge studio and had her co-hosting a matchday show. Premier League Productions also promoted her to hosting duties alongside Clinton Morrison and Robbie Savage, where she worked on The Weekend Review. She has gone on to work with other major broadcasters including Teqball, DAZN and Sky Sports. Olivia's brings her professionalism and clear communication skills to C5's Club World Cup coverage. When is the Club World Cup 2025 and how can I watch it?
The Irish Sun
14-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Who are the Channel 5 presenters and pundits for Club World Cup 2025?
CHANNEL 5's presenting team for the Fifa Club World Cup 2025 has been announced. Featuring a blend of Advertisement Ade Oladipo 4 Ade Oladipo is leading Channel 5's presenting duties Credit: The Sun At the forefront of the C5 presenting team is His career in sport started at a young age — Ade represented Essex in both football and athletics , as well as training at the Tottenham Hotspur Academy as a youngster. He began his career in sports broadcasting as an analyst on Arise News in 2015. In 2017, Ade founded his eponymously named YouTube channel, Ade Olapido, where he discusses boxing news and has amassed nearly 80k subscribers and 20million views as of June 2025. Advertisement more on the club world cup Ade's gone on to work with major broadcasters including DAZN , talkSPORT, Amazon Prime , Sky Sports , ESPN and Fox Sports. His natural charisma and ability to connect with audiences is sure to make C5's Club World Cup coverage of the highest quality. Kelly Somers 4 Kelly Somers is also bringing all of the action from the Club World Cup to a TV screen near you Credit: Getty Advertisement She has built a solid reputation through her work with Most read in Football She has also worked with other major broadcasters including talkSPORT, Premier League Productions and Optus Sport. Her deep understanding of the game and clear, articulate analysis are sure to enrich C5's coverage of the James Richardson 4 James Richardson is back on British TV bringing us coverage of the beautiful game Credit: PA Advertisement Veteran football presenter He built up a cult following while hosting Channel 4 for decade, starting from 1992. James' passion for the beautiful game and engaging presenting style have earned him widespread acclaim. He currently hosts the Advertisement His Club World Cup presenting stint will be welcomed by fans who appreciate an insightful and witty approach to broadcasting. James brings his wealth of knowledge about international football and unique ability to blend humour with expert analysis to C5's tournament coverage. Olivia Buzaglo 4 Olivia Buzaglo completes C5's presenting line-up Credit: Instagram @oliviabuzaglo Advertisement She always dreamed of going into sports journalism and is a die-hard Chelsea fan. Olivia began blogging for now-defunct magazine Shoot, before scoring a job at Premier League Productions. In 2016, she started working with the non-affiliated Chelsea FC Fan TV on YouTube — recording live segments at Stamford Bridge or videos discussing main talking points. It got her noticed by Chelsea TV, who soon welcomed her to their Advertisement Premier League Productions also promoted her to hosting duties alongside Clinton Morrison and Robbie Savage, where she worked on The Weekend Review. She has gone on to work with other major broadcasters including Teqball, DAZN and Sky Sports. Olivia's brings her professionalism and clear communication skills to C5's When is the Club World Cup 2025 and how can I watch it? The Club World Cup 2025 will begin on Sunday, June 15, in the UK. The tournament will run until Sunday, July 13. It is being held across 12 different cities and stadiums in the United States. The whole tournament will be broadcast and streamed by DAZN for FREE in the UK. Matches can be watched on Channel 5 will also air select games on terrestrial TV in the UK and have rights to a total of 23 matches. Alternatively, SunSport will live blog certain matches throughout the tournament - that includes Chelsea and Man City games as well as the latter stages.
