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Have you heard of Japanese bangs? They’re the latest trendy haircut that’s causing a sensation on social media. What does it look like? And how do you get them? Here are all the answers to your questions.
After the Bardot fringe and the curtain fringe, it’s time for the Japanese fringe! Original and distinguished, this new fringe stands out from its predecessors by its unique location – placed on the side. Decryption.
What is Japanese bangs?
Already adopted by singer Selena Gomez a few months ago, but also by Daisy Edgar Jones and Jenna Ortega (who plays Wednesday Addams in the Netflix series), the Japanese fringe, also called side fringe, is none other than a thinned fringe placed on the side of the face.
Its main advantage? Unlike other fringes, it is lighter (because it is tapered) and offers a relaxed look.
In terms of length, while some prefer them short, others will opt for a more pronounced effect – said fringe can even cover part of one of your eyes.
A trendy trend for this fall
On social media, many Internet users are falling for this haircut: on Pinterest alone, search intentions have jumped by +1645% in recent months.
Asian influencers seem particularly fond of this funny fringe, also popular in popular culture (manga, cartoons, etc.).
However, Japanese bangs are not suitable for all skin types and hair textures.
Japanese bangs are mainly suitable for straight and/or slightly wavy hair.
If you have curly, frizzy or very thick hair, it will probably be necessary to straighten it to achieve the desired look.
Japanese bangs are also not recommended for oily or acne-prone skin: they could increase the problem of imperfections and would require washing too regularly.
Finally, those with a cowlick should also avoid Japanese bangs, as they may be difficult to tame.
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