Have you ventured into DIY bang-trimming? It’s a straightforward, convenient, time and cost-saving method that’s foolproof! You can effortlessly trim your bangs at home by following simple steps. This guide ensures a flawless at-home bang-trimming session, potentially saving you a trip to the salon.
Invest In The Right Tool
The first thing you need for a perfect at-home bang-trimming is a pair of hair-cutting / styling scissors. No, you CAN NOT bring safety/cuticle/office scissors into play even though it is a trimming job, as these will cause split ends or even more severe hair damage. Instead, invest in branded shears; the result will be brilliant! Quite a few budget choices can be used at home for trimming different types of bangs. It is also essential to keep a good comb (having both broad and fine teeth), some hair clips, and a few elastic bands handy before starting the task.
Dry Your Hair Completely
Do you think that wet hair makes the trimming of bangs easier? Let me correct you, then. Dampening your hair becomes straighter and more prolonged than in the dry state and commonly styled condition. If you trim your hair at that time, you might create an extremely short bang by cutting it too much than desired. Hence, ensure that your hair, including your bangs, is dehydrated during trimming. Either air-dry it or use a blow dryer as per the requirements.
Take Your Bang Apart
Once your hair is dehydrated, separate the bang neatly from the rest of your locks. Hold the comb horizontally right on the top of your head while standing sideways to the mirror to do this appropriately. It would be best to begin sectioning your bang from where your head starts getting a rounder shape in the front. Also, consider two points on your frontal hairline that, when extended straight downwards, meet the arches of your eyebrows. Now, connect these three points virtually and separate this triangle-shaped section carefully.
Get Your Bang Prepared
Now, it is time to prepare your bang for the trimming. It is advised that you go after the creation of your hairstylist and follow the previous style of your bang, especially when doing it yourself for the first time. Grab the ‘bang triangle’ and comb it the way you usually wear it. For a straight, blunt bang, comb the section of hair forward. It will make the bang fall flat on your forehead. If you have a side bang, comb the section of hair to the side to bring it out and get a beautiful layered look. Meanwhile, make a ponytail or bun of your hair or clip it up to prevent accidental snipping.
Put Your Bang Together
Once you find the length of your bang, put it together and hold it down the right way based on the results you want. Start with grabbing the whole section of hair between the index finger and middle finger of one of your hands (use your non-dominant hand for this purpose as the other one will be required to hold the pair of scissors). If you trim a straight, blunt bang, pull it out from your head in front of yourself and flip the ends slightly upwards. If trimming a side bang is your goal, pull it out in its opposite direction (for a left bang, pull it to the right and vice versa). Ensure that your fingers are placed at least a quarter inch above the ends, which will help you avoid too much trimming.
Trim Your Bang
Let your bang rest in the air at the levels of your eyebrows or nose while pulling it tightly and keeping your fingers straight and firm. Also, hold the pair of styling scissors in another hand so that its ends point upwards, forming a right angle with your line of the bang. Now, cut into the bang right from the center and proceed outwards with short increments as you reach your mid-eyebrows. This is perfect for a natural finish. Hold the scissors at an angle and lightly trim the ends of the hair for a sharper look.
Give It A Final Check
Let down the rest of your hair, blend the trimmed bang with it, run your fingers through it, or brush it. If any long piece is in front of your head, fix it accordingly to create symmetry.
Summary
For a perfect at-home bang trim, invest in quality hair-cutting scissors. Wet hair makes trimming difficult, so ensure your hair, including the bangs, is dry. Section your bangs according to your style. Follow your stylist’s previous work for guidance. Hold the bangs in place based on your desired result. Trim gradually, starting from the center, and check for symmetry and length. Use a comb and styling scissors for optimal results.
