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A guide to achieving a soft, bohemian half-updo, made effortlessly chic and low-maintenance with a "lived-in," smudged root color technique.
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The Bohemian Half-Updo with a "Lived-in" Root
The ultimate in low-maintenance chic. The soft, bohemian half-updo looks even more effortless and modern with a deliberately "lived-in," smudged root color.
Ocassion
Edgy, Alternative, 70s, Rocker
Best suit face shape
Oval, Square
Best for hair type
3a-4a
Difficulty Level
Easy (Styling)
Minimum hair length
Shoulder
DIY Time at home
10-15 mins
Time in Salon
2-3 hours
this style is for
Dislacimer
The person who loves a relaxed, bohemian style and a low-maintenance color routine. The rooted color ensures that grow-out is graceful and never looks harsh.
Hairstyle Insight
A "lived-in" root or "root smudge" is a professional color technique that has become hugely popular because it completely eliminates the dreaded hard line of regrowth.
Key Benefits
An effortlessly chic and romantic style.
The color is extremely low-maintenance.
The rooted look is modern and intentional.
A beautiful and practical combination.
Looks soft and natural.
Common Misconceptions
That bangs are always high-maintenance.
How to ask your stylist for this style
Ask for a "long bob with long, piecey Birkin bangs." For the color, ask for a "'Cowboy Copper,' a vibrant but rustic blend of copper and brown."
Tools:
Choosing Products
A curl-defining cream; a strong-hold gel for curly hair; a high-shine shampoo; a diffuser.
Step by step instructions to achieve style at home
Style the lob with a slight wave using a flat iron.
The Birkin bangs should be allowed to air-dry.
Use a copper color-depositing mask weekly to maintain the color.
Caring for your hair
The lob cut needs a trim every 8-10 weeks, and the Birkin bangs need a trim every 4-6 weeks. The copper color is high maintenance.
Frequently asked questions
Dislacimer
Dislacimer
Are Birkin bangs hard to maintain?
No, they are one of the easiest bangs to maintain because they are supposed to look long and a bit "grown-out." The key is not to overstyle them.
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Madeleine
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Madeleine is an expert hair stylist dedicated to the art and science of hair care. Her work empowers individuals to understand and embrace their hair's true potential, transforming routine care into a ritual of natural beauty.
