Hairstyles with Bangs using Clip-In Extensions

Fringe is showing up everywhere lately so if you want the look but are terrified at taking the plunge . . . it might be time to reconsider clip-in bangs.

Hairstyle Blog wrote an article back in the summer of ’09, ‘Hairstyles with Bangs” which introduced clip-in bang extensions. At that time the Jessica Simpson HairDo line of clip-in extensions was just being released for retail sale at hair salons. Prior to that time clip-in bangs were only available on-line.

Our largest professional beauty supply store locally, Aerial, carried the Jessica Simpson HairDo clip-in bangs for a while, but told hairstyle blog that hair salons just weren’t buying them. Katherine said,” We had lots of hairdressers who just loved them and purchased them for personal use, but not for salon retail.” The biggest problem reported with buying clip-in bangs on-line has been in getting the hair color to match up right and no return policies . . . not a surprise.

Salons in our area didn’t jump on the band-wagon to get into the clip-in bangs retailing and you more than likely won’t be able to find them at a salon near you either . . . so where can you go where you can see them or match them up to your own hair color? These are the only two stores in my area that carry the clip-in bangs.

Ulta Stores – Jessica Simpson HairDo Clip-in Bangs $29.99

The majority of women who have bought these clip-in hair extensions have been very happy with them. They say they are comfortable and blend well especially with the bit of side layering they have. They are made from a synthetic fiber that is thermal friendly up to 350 degrees. These bangs can be wet set or curled with steam rollers. Also, when placed at the crown these clip in bangs will give height and more fullness to thinning hair.

Ulta Stores have a good return policy and have told up you can return these if you’re not happy with your clip-in bangs. Ask them upfront before buying however, as normally any product that may be in contact with the scalp is normally NOT returnable. Keep in mind, your hairdresser can trim these pieces making it shorter or wispier!

Sally’s Beauty Supply –The Sassy Collection The Bang Thing

These Human hair clip-in bangs can be found at Sally’s Beauty Supply for $22.99 or for sale on-line now for $16.99 the hair color chart has 6 colors to choose from. I would highly recommend visiting Sally’s in person where you can determine if the color is a match.

The Sassy Collection is a clip-in side swept bang and is 8″ long. These bangs can be curled or flat-ironed with a low to medium heat setting before attaching.

Sally’s Beauty Supply also carries Design Length The Bang Thing for $22.99 or $16.99 on-line.

These clip-in bangs were given a poor rating by 2 out of 3 people who bought them. Bad clips, hair too thick and clumpy and they can’t be returned.

Check out how quick and easy these bangs hairstyles happen with Ken Paves, Jessica Simpson clip-in bangs. Also remember your hairdresser can trim these pieces making them shorter, thinner or wispier!

For further discussion on quick and easy hair styles.

For further discussion on hairstyles with bangs you might want to check out these other articles:

• Bangs or No Bangs
• Hair Bangs; New York Fashion Week Style
• Quick and Easy Hairstyles with Bangs
• Hairstyles with Bangs
• Long Hair Styles with Bangs
• Short Hair Bangs . . . and the Winner is
• Celebrities with Bangs
• Which Style of Bangs is Best For You

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Dry Scalp Treatment Care Ritual

As the winter season kicks in, it’s important that we look after the scalp. The heating indoors can cause hair to become dry and it’s vital to restore care for the scalp and hair to prevent all sorts of unwanted nasties like itchy scalp, dry scalp or dandruff.

There are three common conditions of the scalp; itchy scalp, dry scalp and sensitive scalp. It doesn’t matter whether you suffer from dandruff or not – these conditions all need to be treated.

Whatever the cause, most people will agree that itching scalp is at best a very irritating problem, and at worst, a serious health ailment that can negative affect sleep, concentration levels, and ability to perform many day-to-day functions.

HairStyle Blog got the inside scoop from Creative Beauty Director Peter Lux and celebrity head masseuse Nuz Shugga in a new video that talks you through maintaining a healthy scalp and how a good head massage and the right beauty ritual can work wonders.

Additionally, the Mayo Clinic has an abundance of information and resources about itchy skin and skin conditions.

For further discussion on itchy scalp or dry scalp you might want to check out these other articles:

• My Hair Remedy for Dandruff, Oily Hair & Head Lice
• Scalp Sores
• Winter Beauty Hair Care Tip
• Dandruff and dry itchy scalp
• Hair Scalp Treatment
• Seborrheic Dermatitis: Are Hair Dyes Safe?

Which Long Hairstyles with Bangs do You Like?

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Jennifer Love Hewitt’s long hairstyles with bangs and ponytail	Jennifer Love Hewitt in long hairstyle without bangs

Fringe just keeps cropping up everywhere in fact and look like they are here to stay for a while. Jennifer Love Hewitt recently added brow-skimming bangs to her signature long brown hairstyle and looked adorable in them paired with another trend, a flirty, full, feminine ponytail!

Whether you choose to wear bangs or no bangs, here is a little tip to take note of; bangs create a younger-look for the majority of women! True! Bangs not only discretely hide any brow wrinkles, but they become a focus point and draw the eye to the upper part of the face, to the eyes and cheekbones. Jennifer’s heart-shaped face is perfect for this long hairstyle with bangs! Check out what bangs do for these stars!

To get this look: This heavier bangs style is achieved by bringing forward more hair from the crown to cut.

Tina Fey at this year’s SAG Awards	Tina Fey in long hairstyle with bangs

Tina Fey was on a tribute last night to the women of SNL and it brought to mind how cute she looked with her side swept bangs at this year’s Golden Globe Awards. Not that I didn’t like her grown out bangs at the SAG Awards. Tina has that coveted oval face shape and looks great either way.

The long hairstyle with grown out bangs gives Tina a more sophisticated look and the long hairstyle with side-swept bangs is a younger, more playful look don’t you think?

Which hairstyle do you like best on Tina?

Sarah Palin in long hairstyles with bangs	Sarah Palin in long hairstyle with bangs swept off face

I found it nearly impossible to find a picture of Sarah Palin without bangs! If anybody knows of one please let us know. Sarah has a squared jaw line and can appear to have a square face shape and a bit oval depending what angle you catch her at. She looks best with a bit of volume on the crown which elongates her face shape.

Sarah’s bangs are lighter and wispier than the full bangs we are seeing more of lately. Her squared jaw line would look more severe if she wore full, heavy bangs. To get this style of bangs, the hairdresser takes a smaller section from the crown and layers them.

Which hairstyle looks better on Sarah?

For further discussion on hairstyles with bangs you might want to check out these other articles:

• Bangs or No Bangs
• Hair Bangs; New York Fashion Week Style
• Quick and Easy Hairstyles with Bangs
• Hairstyles with Bangs
• Long Hair Styles with Bangs
• Short Hair Bangs . . . and the Winner is
• Celebrities with Bangs
• Which Style of Bangs is Best For You

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