"Fringe is fabulous right now" whether it's brow-skimming like the Kardashian's, side sweeping like Carrie Underwood, disconnected like Pink and Rihanna or blunt like Lady Ga Ga, it awakens face shapes," explains top stylist Sam Villa. Villa recommends taking three things into consideration when getting fringe.Cut it Dry
1. A fringe cut on dry hair allows the natural texture and growth pattern to be taken into consideration when deciding on a length. Any stylist is aware of how fragile the fringe area can be, so cutting it dry is a must.
Blow Dry Fringe First
2. When styling always dry fringe first to control the natural texture and erratic growth patterns. Letting fringe dry naturally before styling allows the hair to form to its natural texture making it more difficult to stretch dry and control. Dry fringe first and save time and effort.
Use a Comb Not a Brush
3. Use a comb instead of a brush when drying fringe. It gets closer to the scalp and provides more tension to control natural texture and redirect erratic growth patterns.
The Stylists' Secret
PST (Professional Stylist Tip): Go for maximum visual contrast between the comb and hair to increase visibility. Use black combs on lighter hair and ivory combs on darker hair. Use the fine-toothed end of a comb (try the Sam Villa Signature Series Cutting Comb) and dry fringe by combing it in an X pattern (comb to the left and then to the right). Fine teeth allow for maximum tension and control when redirecting hair.
