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GROWING PAINS

Products and services to help thinning hair

Roundup of next-gen liquids, tools, color, more

WHAT’S NEXT

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Live & Learn/Learning Curve

Make the Cut. Wahl Educator and Artistic Director Anthony Barmer

advocates using the appropriate cutting techniques to cover or

camoufl age thinning areas. “Blending and tapering with the clipper-

over-comb technique is best; don’t cut the thinning areas against the grain

(with an attachment comb), which can really expose those areas,” Barmer

recommends. “If the hairline is weak in certain spots, use the clipper-over-

comb technique or attachment comb to taper the hairline from long to short to

give a uniform appearance.”

Be Blunt. Mike Karg, Owner of Karg New York, believes that thinning hair

shouldn’t be worn too long. “Cut the hair dry, with a precision shear or thinner

shears; you can use a blending shear around the nape, but defi nitely stay

away from buzz cuts, which show more of the scalp,” Karg suggests. “Create

fullness by cutting it blunt; using a shear over comb, you have more control,

especially with a straight edge versus a blending or texturizing shear.”

Less Is More. When working with thinning hair, try a lighter touch. “Going

shorter in length is actually going to work better, and if you add too many

layers, you thin the hair out,” explains Redken Artist Matthew Tyldesley. “It’s

not always about blending; doing one length makes it look thicker, using a

blunt horizontal line to create that visual density.” Tyldesley also recommends

using lightweight shampoo and less conditioner to avoid weighing the hair

down.

Stay On Schedule. Barmer notes that regular cuts are crucial for thinning

hair types. “I recommend that these clients come in every two weeks for a

cut; thinning hair is actually less noticeable with regular cuts,” Barmer relates.

“Hair grows out at different stages and different lengths, so you want to cut

the longer hair and keep the thinning areas maintained.”

Beef up the look of clients’ skimpy strands with these expert cutting tips for thinning hair. —TRACY MORIN

Wahl’s Anthony Barmer opts for

clipper-over-comb techniques to cut

thinning strands.

Mike Karg suggests employing

blunt cuts to create the illusion

of fullness.

Our experts share additional tips for thinning-hair clients:• Protect the hair that’s there—

advise clients to wear a hat so the

scalp doesn’t get sunburned.

• Off er a head massage to boost

circulation.

• Employ neutral wording—use

terms like “less dense” instead of

“balding” or “receding.”

• Avoid heavy pomades or

separating gel; try matte or cream-

based products that expand the

look of the cuticle.

• Recommend body-boosting styling

tools, like Velcro or hot rollers.

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[1] Innovative swipe-touch digital power and heat controls on the Hot Tools Professional Smart Touch Titanium Salon Flat Iron provide advanced interaction, while longer, wider fl oating plates and Titanium Micro-Shine styling surfaces grant sleek, frizz-free strands. hottools.com

[2] Showcasing aerodynamic curves, the Theorie Quantum Flat Iron enjoys hybrid ceramic-coated titanium fl oating plates with rounded edges to avoid snags, and reaches temps quickly courtesy of dual MCH heating elements. yourtheorie.com

[3] Ceramic, 1.25-inch beveled-edge plates on the Paul Mitchell ProTools Limited Edition Beauty in Bloom Express Ion Smooth+ heat quickly and possess negative ion and far infrared technology. Bonus: Iron is packaged with a matching hand mirror! paulmitchell.com

[1] Made from triple-polished forged Swedish steel, Cricket S1 550 5.5-inch Shears utilize advanced steel treatments to ensure a longer blade life and optimal hardness—not too brittle, not too soft—with an ultra-sharp convex edge.cricketco.com

[2] Six-inch Martino Cartier Royal Texturizing Shears fl aunt 30 micro-serrated teeth and a true convex edge, along with a durable base of molybdenum and 440c Hitachi Japanese stainless steel—plus an ornate, custom-crafted design.martinobymartinocartier.com

[3] Designed with slimmer, lighter-weight blades, the Washi BB Master offers ergonomic comfort, as well as superior performance thanks to a convex, anti-push edge and premium Japanese Hitachi V10 steel. washiscissor.com

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WHAT’S THE BUZZ?

Source this gear when a cut takes you up close and personal.

[1] A versatile corded/cordless fi nishing tool, the Wahl Professional 5 Star Finale blends, shaves and cleans lines for a smooth, bump-free result via an angled head with hypoallergenic gold foil, and runs for up to 90 minutes on its lithium-ion battery. wahlpro.com

[2] Boasting the same power as its corded counterpart, the Andis Cordless Envy Li adjustable-blade clipper delivers snips and fades for up to two hours by way of its rechargeable lithium-ion battery, and can be plugged in for uninterrupted cutting. andis.com

IN NO TIME FLAT

These styling irons bring the heat, creating bends, fl ips or sleek strands in a hurry.

[4] Fusing sophisticated technology with maximum portability, the full-size Amika Movos Wireless Styler with 1-inch fl oating titanium plates and far-infrared ceramic heaters offers auxiliary styling power via a rechargeable lithium-ion battery. loveamika.com

FINAL CUT

Whether you’re bringing up the length, removing bulk or adding layers, these shears aid you in crafting a masterpiece.

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