To style side swept bangs with a round brush, grab the bangs on the back side, pull them down to the side, under, and pull it through. This creates a soft side sweep instead of styling them straight down.
Here's a more detailed breakdown:
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Preparation: Start with damp, not soaking wet, bangs. Apply a heat protectant product to prevent damage.
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Positioning: Hold the round brush behind your bangs, near the roots on the opposite side of where you want them to fall. For example, if you want your bangs to sweep to the right, start with the brush on the left side of your bangs.
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Directing the Airflow: Use your hairdryer with a nozzle attachment to direct the airflow down the hair shaft, focusing on the roots. This helps to smooth the hair and create volume.
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Wrapping and Rolling: Wrap your bangs around the round brush, rolling the brush under and towards the direction you want them to sweep. As you roll, continue directing the heat from the hairdryer onto your bangs.
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Pulling Through: Slowly pull the brush through your bangs, maintaining tension and directing the heat. It's important to keep the airflow moving to avoid overheating one spot.
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Cooling Down: Once you've pulled the brush completely through, allow your bangs to cool down wrapped around the brush for a few seconds. This helps to set the style.
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Finishing Touches: Gently release your bangs from the brush. If needed, use your fingers to shape and refine the style. You can also use a light-hold hairspray to keep the bangs in place.
Tips for Success:
- Brush Size: Use a smaller round brush for tighter curls and more defined side sweep, and a larger brush for a softer, more voluminous look.
- Heat Setting: Use a medium heat setting on your hairdryer to avoid damaging your hair.
- Practice: It may take a few tries to get the technique right. Don't be discouraged if your bangs don't look perfect the first time.
