What was once seen as an unavoidable and unmanageable feature has quickly become a deliberate and fashionable element to hairstyling. Granted, as much as we have grown a love for baby hairs, they are notoriously tricky to control. “They’re a lot thinner and shorter than the rest of your hair and, as a result, they can be hard to control and style”, says Joanne Dodds from Hairtrade.com.
But it's not impossible. In fact, if you know how to work them just right, they can become an important part of your hairstyle, especially when creating an updo. While taming edges can sometimes be tricky, when your gel and design just work, it's a pretty damn good feeling.
Here are our best tips to style your edges hairs in seven steps:
1.Prep the hair
Before styling your edges, make sure your hair is clean and well-moisturised. Wash and condition your hair and don't forget to apply a leave-in conditioner or hair oil to ensure your edges are hydrated and manageable.
Pattern Beauty Leave-in Conditioner
Olaplex No.7 Bonding Oil
2.Comb and brush
Using a soft-bristled toothbrush or a small edge brush, gently comb through your edges to detangle and smooth them. For a sleeker finish, lightly dampen the edges with water or edge control gel to help them lay flat.
Pattern Edge Tool
Larry King Flyaway With Me Kit
3.Apply edge control products
Invest in a good edge control product suitable for your hair type. Edge control gels or pomades are designed to tame flyaways, provide hold, and create that sleek finish. When applying the product, use a small amount at a time to avoid buildup and greasiness.
Ecostyle Olive Oil Styling Gel
Mielle Organics Rosemary Mint Edge Gel
4.Style baby hairs and play around with artistic styles
Take a small amount of edge control product and pop on your brush or toothbrush. Start working it through your edges in small, gentle strokes. Brush in the direction you want your hair to lay, creating a smooth, defined and neat finish. Be creative and experiment with various shapes and styles.
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