From flawless roots to soft, smooth ends (no splits here!), we love everything about our Colorado clients’ hair! When it comes to styling short or wispy baby hairs, it can be challenging to find a look that suits your personal style. These are the fine hairs that escape your up-do and can frizzily frame your face. Wispy hairs can seem messy and unkempt without a little extra TLC. So learn some style secrets and everyday tips about how to style baby hairs from the salon pros at Deseo Salon & BlowDry. We’ll keep you looking, and feeling, fab until your next visit!
High Fashion Pigtails
Take a line from Tessa Thompson’s book of style and rock the day with chic, slicked back pigtails. Think chunky braids with delicate spiral curls accenting your forehead.
All you’ll need is a comb (a toothbrush or small brow brush also works great), a generous amount of styling spray (we recommend Kerastase’s Elixir Ultime Bi-Phase Spray Oil), and some hair ties. The key to mastering this look is making your style work with your baby hairs so the finished product looks intentionally edgy and daring.
Style Baby Hairs with a Messy Bun
In a rush? No time to tame your wispy locks? A messy bun is a style classic that isn’t about to leave the hair trend scene any time soon. Embrace the hot mess (emphasis on the hot!) by focusing on the rest of your hair instead of your fly-aways. A few loose strands along your scalp will create an ethereal, boho faerie aesthetic that works well with a loose sock bun.
Mix it up by going for two buns or rocking a half-up, half-down gypsy vibe.
Smooth Sailing
Instead of fighting with your lovely locks to get baby hairs to lay flat against your natural hairline, change your part to sweep hair up and back. Zoe Saldana’s long, wispy tresses are the perfect #styleinspo for a luxurious wave that blends hair naturally into one smooth look.
If your hair is naturally delicate, adding a bit of V.I.P. – Volume in Powder can help give your locks the red carpet volume they’ve been waiting for. A Brazilian Blowout is another fabulously easy way to keep hair smooth and smooth while hiding wispy ends. Book your next appointment today and enjoy 12 weeks of sleek locks before it’s time for a touch-up.
For the Love of Short Hair
From pixie cuts to undercuts, growing out short hair can leave a lot of loose ends, literally! The in-between phase of a short haircut can be especially difficult to navigate. Embrace your wild side by making the transition a little more fun.
Work those baby hairs with the help of a high-quality gel or clay-like Kevin Murphy’s ROUGH.RIDER. Infused with soya bean extracts and golden bamboo, this professional-grade formula sculpts and molds your hair while strengthening the roots. Slick back wispy ends and create a myriad of edgy looks from faux hawks to long, spiked bobs.
Have a Go-To Routine to Style Baby Hairs
Creative styles are fun for weekends and nights out, but nothing can replace the value of an everyday routine. It’s not always easy to style baby hairs, but there are a few simple tricks to add to your everyday beauty arsenal.
1. Water
Nothing beats a little H2O when it comes to styling wispy hairs! Keep a spray bottle of water handy to mist your hairline prior to drying and combing. This will help lock hair into place and simplify your routine.
2. Blow Dry
Gently pull hair about an inch from your scalp and blow dry strands into place. Use a nourishing heat protecting spray to prevent damage.
3. Comb It Out
Using a small comb, toothbrush, or brow brush, finish your routine by smoothing delicate hairs into place. Now you’re ready to head out in style!
When it’s time for your next #treatyourself day, give our friendly style pros a call. We’re here to help style wispy hair, thick hair, and everything in-between.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are baby hairs and why are they hard to style?
Baby hairs are the fine, short hairs that grow along the hairline and often escape updos, framing the face in wispy flyaways. They’re harder to style because they’re thinner and shorter than the rest of the hair, and without the right products and technique, they can look frizzy or unkempt rather than polished.
What is the best way to slick down baby hairs?
A simple everyday routine works well for taming baby hairs: first mist the hairline lightly with water to help hair hold its shape, then gently blow dry strands into place using a nourishing heat protectant spray, and finish by smoothing delicate hairs with a small fine-tooth comb, toothbrush, or brow brush. A lightweight styling spray or gel helps keep them in place throughout the day.
What products work best for styling baby hairs?
Lightweight styling sprays and oils like Kérastase’s Elixir Ultime Bi-Phase Spray Oil work well for smoothing and laying baby hairs flat without weighing them down. For a firmer hold during edgy styles, a sculpting gel or clay like Kevin Murphy’s ROUGH.RIDER, infused with soya bean and golden bamboo, provides strong control while strengthening the roots.
Can baby hairs be styled as part of a deliberate hairstyle?
Absolutely, baby hairs can be incorporated into a stylish look rather than hidden. Slicked-back pigtails with spiral curl accents along the forehead is a high-fashion option. For a more casual look, a messy bun with intentionally loose strands creates a boho, ethereal aesthetic. The key is working with your baby hairs rather than against them to create an intentionally edgy or relaxed effect.
How do I manage baby hairs and flyaways when growing out short hair?
During the in-between grow-out phase after a short cut, baby hairs and loose ends can be especially noticeable. Embrace the transition with creative styles, a sculpting clay like Kevin Murphy’s ROUGH.RIDER can help slick back wispy ends and create edgy looks like faux hawks or spiked bobs while your hair grows. Adding Kérastase’s V.I.P. Volume in Powder helps naturally thin hair look fuller and more voluminous during this phase.
Can a Brazilian Blowout help with baby hairs and flyaways?
Yes, a Brazilian Blowout is an effective professional option for reducing flyaways and achieving smooth smoothness along the hairline. The treatment smooths the overall hair texture so that wispy baby hairs are less likely to frizz or poof, and the results last around 12 weeks, making it a practical low-maintenance solution.