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We love how a set of fresh fringe elicits a romantic, laid-back aesthetic.
But the effortless look comes at a hefty maintenance price.
Most experts agree that rocking bangs requires a trim every two to four weeks depending on the style.
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That’s a lot of trips to the salon!
Enough to make a person consider the at-home advantage ofpicking up the shearsthemselves.
Flirting with the notion yourself?
We’ve got you.
There are ways to trim your bangs yourself without eliciting tears, we promise.
Read on for their tips.
This will ensure there is no buildup on the hair.
“Apply an anti-frizz blow-dry cream before drying bangs using a boar hair round brush,” he says.
Blow-dry Strands
Avoid damp strands when trimming bangs.
“Create a triangle from one corner of the eye to the other,” says Saviano.
“The center should be one-and-a-half to two inches.
Pull this hair back in a ponytail or pin it up with bobby pins.
Only your bangs (or soon-to-be bangs) should be left loose and in the shape of a triangle.
Working in smaller sections will allow for manageability and ease,” says Wiley.
Comb the bangs down with the teeth of the comb facing out.
Rest the comb on your brow bone.
Don’t cut your bangs any shorter than where the comb hits your face.
Before cutting, Saviano suggests holding the entire triangle of hair between your fingers for accuracy.
Work slowly, doing a small bit at a time.
Never cut bangs straight across (it’s impossible to maintain a perfectly straight line).
“Cutting straight across will createblunt bangs.
Let them fall naturally to check on the length,” explains Saviano.
“Repeat by cutting a very small amount until you achieve the desired length.”
Instead use a brand-new, disposable straight-edge razor (double and triple blades will split hair).
To razor cut, pull bangs taut with your middle and index fingers.
Cut in short strokes going up.
This will release weight and length.
Then, take that same center section and divide it in half.
Remove the corners on both sides.
This technique is called ‘point cutting’ and will help you avoid cutting into any hard lines."
Take your time as you cut, being sure to brush fallen strands out of your line of vision.
Repeat point cutting until you achieve the softtextured fringe," she adds.
Lighten Up Your Bangs
If your bangs are too dense, you might add layers.
This removes weight, which lightens up the fringe and outlines the face beautifully," says Wiley.
Slide your hand up towards the ends, letting some hair fall.
“Its key ingredient, orange peel oil is non-dulling and will add shine with the medium control.”
Release the rest of your hair out of the clips and style as usual.
Yes, you might!
