The common fringe mistakes to avoid at all costs

A fringe can make or break a look, so it’s essential to get the cut right. We asked TONI&GUY’s Cos Sakkas about the fringe mistakes to watch out for

Trying to cut a fringe on the wrong type of hairline

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Your client may be desperate for a statement fringe, but their hairline may not be suitable for one. It’s a tough call for a hairdresser, breaking the news to a client that they can’t have the haircut of their dreams, but it’s better to be honest with them and explain why it won’t work, rather than cut a fringe into a hairline that will make it unmanageable. This is a sure-fire way to lose a client. If a client’s hairline has a prominent cowlick, for example, a fringe simply isn’t for them.

Cutting the wrong shape for the client’s face

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It’s a common mistake to cut a fringe that is the same shape as the client’s face, but the fringe shape needs to be opposite to the client’s face shape. So, if your client’s face is round, choose a square fringe; for a square-shaped face, you should choose a round fringe. Similarly, a wide face needs a narrow fringe, while a narrow face needs a wider fringe.

Not taking forehead size into account

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Forehead size will determine whether a fringe is right for a client or not. Ideally, a client needs a medium to large forehead to allow you to cut a fringe that will sit properly. If a client has a very narrow forehead, it’s unlikely a fringe will work for them.

Thinking curly hair won’t look good with a fringe

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It’s a common misconception that curly hair won’t suit a fringe, but that’s just not true. When curly hair is wet, the water weighs the hair down making it appear longer, but once hair dries you’ll get shrinkage. This is the last thing you want with a fringe, where precise length is so important, so always cut a fringe dry.

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