We asked our Kids’ Hair Experts what some of their favorite styles were over the holiday season. We found a number of winter hair trends and adorable kids’ styles that go beyond the holiday season. Here are 5 great looks we love!
The stylists who created these masterpieces share a quick how-to with Snip-its hair care products used. Consult with your Snip-its stylist for the best products and style for your child’s specific hair type.
PRINCESS BRAID:
We love the way it looks! This long-lasting look starts with a swooping braid across the front and around the side. It ends with one or more braids twisted and coiled around the back, secured with some adorable hair clips. A look that’s rough and tumble, kid-play durable but sophisticated enough to encourage your little princess’ imagination to soar.
From: Charlotte, NC Snip-its
Stylist: Iris Brown
What You’ll Need:
- Amazin’ Spray & Stay Hairspray
- Morning Miracle Mousse Styling Spray
- Bobby Pins, brush and comb
Iris’ Styling Tips:
- Start with Morning Miracle to control braid and keep hair in place while styling.
- Start with a French Braid (or simple twist for medium-length hair) in the front of the head from left to right. Swoop the braid around the side and then straight down the back.
- Coil and twist braid around the back, pinning where needed to get the desired effect. Use cute hair accessories to secure, add bling and hide the end of the braid.
- Once you get the desired shape, spray with Amazin’ Spray & Stay to keep it all locked into place.
BRAIDED TOP KNOT:
Sassy and adorable, top knots are a quick and easy way to keep longer hair secure and out of the way. The braid adds a graceful touch while reducing fly-aways and keeps wisps of your long-haired kiddo’s tresses tucked in.
From: Walnut Creek, CA Snip-its
Stylist: Trisha Ingram
What You’ll Need:
- Tangle Buster Detangling Shampoo
- No Yellin’ Melon Crème Conditioner
- Morning Miracle Mousse Styling Spray
- Funny Frizz Fix’r Smoothie Creme
- Round Brush & bobby pins.
Trisha’s Styling Tips:
- Start with freshly shampooed and conditioned hair. Tangle Buster and No Yellin’ Melon are perfect for many hair types and lengths.
- Prep hair with Morning Miracle before blow drying for memory and control. Use a round brush whilst blow drying upside down.
- Start the braid at the base of the neck while hair is still flipped over and upside down.
- Twist the rest of the hair into a top knot and smooth out with a little Funny Frizz Fix’r; it works great for finishing off the look and to control any fly-aways. Snipify with a bow or other hair accessories.
STAR-STUDDED FAUX-HAWK:
So much fun! The Faux Hawk never goes out of style because it looks absolutely stunning on most little dudes. It’s easy enough to do on a number of different boys’ hair lengths on top—and so much fun for them to wear.
From: Framingham, MA Snip-its
Stylist: Brandi Morgan
What You’ll Need:
- Wacky Wax
- Funky Spiker Super Hold Styling Gel
- Comb
Brandi’s Styling Tips:
- Put a little Wacky Wax on your finger tips and rub the product around in your palm—heating it up in your hands helps make it a little sticker which makes the product move better throughout the hair.
- Spread the wax into the top of the head and comb through.
- Once combed through, start shaping the top—trying to lift it up a little to give it body and height. Then add Funky Spiker to spike, twist and style as desired. You’ll get all day hold that shampoos right out.
- Once you get the desired shape, use a little Wacky Wax to smooth the back and sides of the hair. Colored hairspray, hair chalk and some great hair accessories can finish this look.
CROSSOVER CASCADE BRAID:
It’s so pretty and elegant. This wrap-around braid looks great with or without hair accessories.
From: Aventura, FL
Stylist: Sheny Gonzalez
What You’ll Need:
- Sparkle Spritz Shining Mist
- Silly Slicker Ultimate Sculpting Gel
- Flat iron and comb
Sheny’s Styling Tips:
- Start by using Sparkle Spritz to flat iron the hair, making it more manageable to work with and super shiny.
- Divide and brush each section with Silly Slicker for hold and style durability.
- Use a small amount of Silly Slicker to start braiding the hair on the right-side, upfront. Move the braid around and down towards the bottom of the back, left-side to end.
- Finish by spraying some more Sparkle Spritz in your hands, rubbing them together and lightly run through hair and down braid to get rid of fly-aways and smooth the whole look.
SIDE BOW DUTCH BRAID:
Sophisticated and beautiful, this is the perfect braid for your precocious tiny tot. Finishing with a side-swept, pin-curl chignon and bow makes this look extra-special!
From: Maple Grove, MN
Stylist: Elle Casello
What You’ll Need:
- Tangle Tamer Detangling Spray
- Wacky Wax
- Sparkle Spritz Shining Mist
- Amazin’ Spray & Stay Hairspray
Elle’s Styling Tips:
- Start with Tangle Tamer to make hair more manageable to work with whilst braiding: Starting with clean, detangled hair is key.
- Start the braid in the front, choosing the side with the natural part.
- Use a small amount of Wacky Wax on finger tips throughout braiding process to tame fly-aways and to pull-out, or loosen, the finished braid to the desired look.
- When finished, use Sparkle Spritz for smoothing and Amazin’ Spray & Stay to lock in the style.
Stop by a salon today and meet all of our kids’ hair experts and learn about trends and how-tos for the upcoming winter months. We Speak Kid and can’t wait for your little one’s haircut adventure to begin.
