trimming curtain bangs tutorial (in-depth explanation), by em on YouTube. 2 min 57 s.
- Video length
- 2 min 57 s
- Time to do it
- 15 minutes
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Steps
- 9
What you need
Steps
Start with clean, dry hair. Curtain bangs cut dry sit where they fall, while wet hair springs up as it dries and can end up too short.
Part your hair down the middle and comb it smooth. Clip the rest of your hair back so only the front section is loose.
Take a triangle-shaped section from the centre part, about 2 to 3 inches wide across the forehead, and clip the rest away.
Decide the length first. Hold the section flat between two fingers where you want the shortest strand to sit, often near the bridge of the nose or cheekbone.
Cut with small upward snips into the ends instead of one straight line. Point cutting softens the edge and makes uneven spots less obvious.
Work outward in thin vertical sections on each side. Angle the scissors so the outer pieces stay longer than the centre.
Comb the bangs down and check them in the mirror after every few snips. Cut a little at a time, because you cannot put hair back.
Blend the side pieces into your longer hair by sliding the open scissors down the edge at a slight angle.
Blow-dry with a round brush, pulling the bangs outward and slightly away from your face, or set them on a velcro roller for a soft bend.
Tips and common mistakes
Keep the scissor points aimed away from your eyes and cut slowly with your fingers clear of the blades.
Use scissors made for hair only, since blunt kitchen or craft scissors crush the ends and cause split tips.
Cut less than you think you need, then style and check before trimming again.
Trim every 3 to 4 weeks to keep the shape tidy as the bangs grow out.
Questions
Can I cut curtain bangs on wet hair?
It is better to cut them dry. Wet hair looks longer and springs up as it dries, which often leaves the bangs shorter than planned.
How do I fix bangs that came out too short?
Style them with a round brush to stretch the bend, or pin them back with a clip until they grow. Hair grows about half an inch a month.
Do I need a special technique for the sides?
Yes, keep the outer pieces longer and angle the scissors as you work outward. This makes the bangs blend into the rest of your hair instead of stopping in a hard line.
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