By Georgia Murray, Refinery29
Summer is here and while our wardrobes are thrilled (hello mules, gingham, and a fresh pair of sunnies), our hair is less enthused. For those of us with bangs, the hot weather usually means frizz, sweat, and a whole lot of maintenance. But when everyone from Brigitte Bardot to Alexa Chung to Solange makes having bangs look so effortless, we’re not about to throw in the towel that easily. We’ve done our research and found the best tools and products to keep your mane under control, leaving more time to sit back, relax and enjoy that poolside prosecco care-free.
[post_ads]Mini flat irons are truly a godsend. With just as much firepower as their full-sized counterparts, these little wonders are the perfect size to sort out a '70s-flicked, post-rain fringe in under a minute. This one also comes with a small pouch, so you can take it with you on the go. We laugh in the face of being caught off-guard.
Cloud Nine The Micro Iron, $84.50, available at HQ Hair.
On the other side of the spectrum are curly and wavy bangs — which are just as susceptible to frizz or flatness. Luckily, the solution is just as fast. Simply define your ringlets or bends with a small iron that matches your curl size. Et voilà — perfect bangs, despite the weather.
Hot Tools HT1138 Micro Mini Professional Curling Iron with Multi Heat Control, 3/8 Inches, $27.50, available at Amazon.
Whether you're used to clouds of hairspray or not, this bamboo fix is a summertime essential. The beauty is that it won't freeze your 'do in position, making your hair look unnatural. Instead, it acts as a barrier against the humidity that makes your hair expand and fluff in the heat. No more nightmares about becoming Monica in the Barbados episode of Friends.
Alterna Bamboo Smooth Anti-Humidity Hairspray, $18, available at Ulta Beauty.
This two-in-one hairbrush is a handbag staple. Divide and part your fringe with the pointed end and brush into place with the bristled end. Boar hair keeps locks smooth and shiny rather than static, while the rounded brush gives you control of your style. This kind of brush is also great for achieving a '60s full-fringe look.
Tip: Those with curly ends can skip the second step and use the point to define and separate instead.
Oribe Medium Round Brush, $160, available at C.O. Bigelow.
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Philip B's formula is amazing for taming frizz and flyaways — if that's not your thing. Apply a small drop onto the palm of your hands, rub together to warm the product, and run through your mane. Think of it as a laminate layer that makes your hair waterproof, and therefore heatproof. Vitamin E and oils keep hair shiny, and parabens and sulphates are nowhere to be seen.
Philip B Anti-Frizz Formula 57, $35, available at Net-A-Porter.
We've discovered a trick that is a small savior come rushed mornings or lazy Sundays, when you don't want to get the irons out or spend more than five minutes styling your hair. Simply divide your bangs into sections when your hair is still wet, sweep a comb through your fringe, and clip at the ends into the main sections of hair (for straight hair) or set into pin curls (for curly locks). Then, once hair has air-dried, remove the clips, use a brush or your fingers to loosen the hair, and voilà ! A styled fringe with zero effort.
ASOS Pack of 6 Mixed Metal Hair Clips, $9.50, available at ASOS
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[post_ads]Mini flat irons are truly a godsend. With just as much firepower as their full-sized counterparts, these little wonders are the perfect size to sort out a '70s-flicked, post-rain fringe in under a minute. This one also comes with a small pouch, so you can take it with you on the go. We laugh in the face of being caught off-guard.
Cloud Nine The Micro Iron, $84.50, available at HQ Hair.
On the other side of the spectrum are curly and wavy bangs — which are just as susceptible to frizz or flatness. Luckily, the solution is just as fast. Simply define your ringlets or bends with a small iron that matches your curl size. Et voilà — perfect bangs, despite the weather.
Hot Tools HT1138 Micro Mini Professional Curling Iron with Multi Heat Control, 3/8 Inches, $27.50, available at Amazon.
Whether you're used to clouds of hairspray or not, this bamboo fix is a summertime essential. The beauty is that it won't freeze your 'do in position, making your hair look unnatural. Instead, it acts as a barrier against the humidity that makes your hair expand and fluff in the heat. No more nightmares about becoming Monica in the Barbados episode of Friends.
Alterna Bamboo Smooth Anti-Humidity Hairspray, $18, available at Ulta Beauty.
This two-in-one hairbrush is a handbag staple. Divide and part your fringe with the pointed end and brush into place with the bristled end. Boar hair keeps locks smooth and shiny rather than static, while the rounded brush gives you control of your style. This kind of brush is also great for achieving a '60s full-fringe look.
Tip: Those with curly ends can skip the second step and use the point to define and separate instead.
Oribe Medium Round Brush, $160, available at C.O. Bigelow.
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Philip B's formula is amazing for taming frizz and flyaways — if that's not your thing. Apply a small drop onto the palm of your hands, rub together to warm the product, and run through your mane. Think of it as a laminate layer that makes your hair waterproof, and therefore heatproof. Vitamin E and oils keep hair shiny, and parabens and sulphates are nowhere to be seen.
Philip B Anti-Frizz Formula 57, $35, available at Net-A-Porter.
We've discovered a trick that is a small savior come rushed mornings or lazy Sundays, when you don't want to get the irons out or spend more than five minutes styling your hair. Simply divide your bangs into sections when your hair is still wet, sweep a comb through your fringe, and clip at the ends into the main sections of hair (for straight hair) or set into pin curls (for curly locks). Then, once hair has air-dried, remove the clips, use a brush or your fingers to loosen the hair, and voilà ! A styled fringe with zero effort.
ASOS Pack of 6 Mixed Metal Hair Clips, $9.50, available at ASOS
