Celebrity Hairstylist Dimitris Giannetos Joins ‘Breaking Beauty’ to Share Recession-Proof Hair Hacks You Can Try at Home

When it comes to red carpet transformations, few hairstylists have the résumé that Dimitris Giannetos brings to the stylist’s chair. Known for his work with Gigi Hadid, Megan Fox, Demi Moore, and Dixie D’Amelio, the Greek-born, LA-based stylist has become Hollywood’s go-to for iconic looks. On the latest episode of Breaking Beauty, hosts Jill Dunn and Carlene Higgins sat down with Giannetos to talk fall trends, his signature “headline-ready” names for haircuts and colors, and—most importantly—his favorite hair hacks that anyone can master at home.

Giannetos isn’t just about making hair glamorous; he’s about making it accessible. He believes that style doesn’t need to be complicated or expensive to have an impact. “Everybody wants a little volume,” he says, adding that hair should look good not just in pictures but also in every day life. That philosophy is what makes his advice resonate with both A-list clients and everyday women looking for fresh, confidence-boosting changes.

Giannetos’ tips prove you don’t need a Hollywood budget to feel like a star. From hacks for fuller ponytails to his favorite at-home fixes for grays, he breaks down the secrets that make luxury haircare recession-proof.

Celebrity Hair Hacks with Dimitris Giannetos on ‘Breaking Beauty

Why volume never goes out of style

This season, Giannetos predicts a significant shift away from the ultra-flat “clean girl” look that dominated Instagram. He explains that while polished, stick-straight styles photograph well, they aren’t realistic for most people: “Everybody wants a little lift on the bangs.” His solution is simple—embrace retro-inspired blowouts and tools that create longevity. “With the root boost, you have literally teasing without half the teasing,” he explains, calling it one of his go-to tricks for creating body that lasts all day.

A timeless take on the bob

Trends come and go, but Giannetos always aims for styles that won’t look dated a year later. When asked what his dream Vogue September cover look would be, he doesn’t hesitate. “I see for this fall, winter, a nice blowout volume bob, because with a bob you can never go wrong,” he predicts. He coins the name “the Barbie Bob,” which he describes as a simple short cut that “comes and gives a little more elegance.” For him, the trick is keeping the ends polished while maintaining soft, voluminous roots—a look he says feels both timeless and current.

The secret to Demi Moore’s legendary hair

One of the standout moments of the episode comes when Higgins asks Giannetos if Moore’s famously long, glossy hair is really hers. He laughs and replies, “Oh my gosh. Yeah, of course. It’s real.” He goes on to share the secret to the starlet’s shine: “To maintain your hair and keep it long and healthy, you have to give a little trim every, I would say, six weeks, just the mess.” He also stresses the importance of product, noting that Moroccan Oil’s original treatment is a non-negotiable in his kit.

Hair hacks to make ponytails and buns look fuller

Not everyone is blessed with the kind of thick, glossy strands that stars like Moore or Hadid are known for, but Giannetos insists that a few simple hacks can make all the difference. He acknowledges that creating the perfect ponytail is deceptively complex. “Let me tell you, it’s the hardest thing in the world to do,” he stresses. His solution? Work in layers. “I’m always going to do it in sections because there is no way in one go you’re going to pull your hair up and you’re not going to have any bumps,” he says. To address sparse hairlines, he offers a clever insider tip: “If you have these little gaps on the hairline, I’m just taking an eyebrow pen and I’m just drawing some hairs.”

At-home color fixes for in-between salon visits

With salon appointments stretching budgets thin, Giannetos acknowledges the demand for innovative at-home solutions. But those innovations aren’t just for the rich and famous. “L’Oreal Paris launched the color sonic. Like it’s a very futuristic device,” he shares. “You can reuse it multiple times to [glam] up your hair and do it all.”

What sets Giannetos apart is not just his roster of celebrity clients but his ability to distill high-glam styling into approachable, budget-friendly tips. Whether it’s adding instant volume with root spray, sketching in a stronger hairline with brow pencil, or trimming regularly to keep length healthy, his hair hacks prove that confidence doesn’t have to cost a fortune.

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