| Hair Makeover #10: Bangs Make All The Difference |
| Karen Marie Shelton (All Images CourtesyGerard Bollei Salon NYC & MultiMedia International) |
| Revised Date: 12/11/07 - Original
Publication Date: 11/17/2004 |
Introduction
Add a richly detailed frame along
with splashes of iridescent hue to any simple or neutral palette and
watch the fireworks ignite.
The simple act of adding a new
forehead fringe and skillfully applying some face framing highlights can
create an instantaneous awe inspiring transformation.
Before
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Kathleen
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Image of
Kathleen courtesy of MMI and Gerard Bollei - all
rights reserved - 2004 |
Model
Kathleen (shown above & to the side) is a classic example of what
happens when a dash of dazzling color is combined with the right face
framing hairstyle.
Kathleen
recently visited the fabulous Gerard Bollei Salon NYC (212-759-7985) for
a professional makeover with incredible results, as demonstrated by the
before and after photos.
Although
Kathleen’s makeover involved minimal changes to her existing look, the
results were spectacular.
The Makeover
Master
stylist Alan Manson began Kathleen’s stunning transformation by carving out a sultry veil of
full eyebrow skimming tresses with a razor.
If you
look closely, Alan angled the newly created
bangs so that they formed a
semi-circular sweep extending from the very edges of her face on either
side.
This
sweep of strands added a sultry richness to the overall balance of
Kathleen’s face. The newly created thick forehead slightly choppy
fringe also added instant softness and contour to Kathleen’s long thin
face shape while spotlighting her gorgeous almond shaped eyes and
beautiful bone structure.
Kathleen’s below-the-shoulder length was slightly shortened with the
aide of Alan’s skillful razoring which ultimately created perfectly
texturized and stubby broomstick inspired ends that are designed to have
zero bend. This brilliantly executed broomstick inspired style adds the
crafty illusion of more fullness to Kathleen’s naturally thin and
stick-straight strands.
The
combination of the thick luscious bangs with the newly textured ends
merged to form a rich facial frame that instantly directed attention to
Kathleen’s sultry cheeks and luminescent skin tone.
Hair
color wizard Chiu waved his magic color wand and enriched Kathleen’s
previously mousy brown hair with a rainbow of skillfully placed
highlights that hinted of lazy days frolicking in the sun. The
sun-kissed hues added sparkle and shimmer without an obvious color
change.
After
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Kathleen
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Image of
Kathleen courtesy of MMI and Gerard Bollei - all
rights reserved - 2004 |
Kathleen’s makeover transformation
resulted from Alan’s masterful razored enhancement of her natural facial
shape with a spectacularly designed style and Chiu’s hair color makeover
that adds shimmer and shine in a subtle way.
Make-up
maven Janet
Paolucci intensified the
natural beauty of Kathleen’s eyes, cheekbones and lips with well-defined
palette of complimentary cosmetic colors.
Styling
The
styling for the broomstick cut is quite simple. Alan blow dried
Kathleen’s newly designed style with a simple straight brush. He used
his fingers to lightly ruffle the bottom of the shattered ends to
resemble the appearance of the actual chunky, stubby ends of a broom.
Steal This Look
The key
to re-creating this style at home is to start with a similar style that
combines a classic razored broomstick style with thick full
bangs.
Since
Kathleen’s hair is straight, limp and fine it responded well to
extensive razoring. Not all hair types and textures would fare as well
with a razored style. When in doubt, consult with your master stylist
to select the best style that works in harmony with your own tresses.
Blow-dry
the style with a straight brush to shape ends into the broomstick
Compliment a great new style like Kathleen’s with great cleansing,
conditioning and styling products.
Finishing Touches
Minimize
any use of shine or styling products that would weigh down the desired
broomstick effect.
Styling
 The
key to re-creating this style at home is to use a good post-shampoo
defrisant product like
Phytodefrisant
to control fizzy waves and/or curls and maintain the sultry
sleekness.
Blow-dry the style with a flat or
paddle
style brush to get sleek straight trands and then use a
round
brush for gentle root lift and light flicks on the ends. Add a bit
of
mousse
to help with volume creation.
Apply a tiny bit of
styling
cream or gel to the bangs and then finger pick to give them that
sexy, just tousled style.
Finishing
Touches
 To
add even more color depth, consider using a color enhancing shampoo.
Or if you prefer ask your hair care professional about Goldwell's
Colorance Color 'n Care Conditioner and Color Styling Mousse in a
complimentary color.
Add a dab of shine with
Rene
Furterer's Spray Gloss or Robert Hallowell's
Love That Shine Drops and your hair will be a bright and shiny new
do.
To Schedule Your Own Makeovers
If you
love this makeover and would love to experience your own personal
transformation, call the
Gerard Bollei Salon in New York City for an
appointment
(212-759-7985 or 1-800-BOLLEI2).
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