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The Benefits of Bangs

By Katie Summers

If you don't want a drastic change, but are bored with your current hairstyle, how about adding a bang or fringe? Bangs are no longer limited to school girls and the latest styles can be as carefree or as adult as you like. A great styling tool, the right bang can accentuate all of the right facial features - and hide or flatter the not so right ones.

If you want to accentuate large eyes, go for fine wispy bangs which sit straight down or to the side. Small eyes should try a soft, short bang which has been cut on the diagonal and chiseled cheekbones can get a great showing with a full eyebrow length bang which is strong and widely cut.

If you are looking to hide a high forehead, any style of bang will help to cover and break down the height. So, try wispy, full or to the side.

A small forehead will benefit from a long sweeping bang, and big ears can be flattered with a bang where the length meets your middle nose and is textured and styled to sweep into a side or middle parting.

The most important thing to remember when choosing your bang is to make sure it will suit your face.

Round or square faces will suit a textured bang, and heart, oval or long will look amazing with a blunt cut.

Hair texture is also a factor. Thick hair will be able to pull off a strong, bold bang and thin hair will shine with a floaty, swept bang.

Once you have decided on your style of bang it is handy to remember that it will be the focal point of any hairdo and should be shampooed everyday. Bangs can become dirtier than the rest of your hair and should also be kept neat and trimmed. Using less conditioner on your bangs will also prevent them from becoming heavy and contributing oil to your face.

Bangs are a great way to transform your look without sacrificing hair length so make an appointment with your hairdresser today, and don't forget to get tips on how to style and look after your bangs at home.

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