Are you in the mood for a change and thinking about bangs? Before you do, here's Christophe Nicolas Biot's advice on how to find your style, and how to maintain it.

Are bangs right for everyone?

Unfortunately, no. Of course, there are a multitude of fringe shapes, and it's not a question of hair type: you can wear it curly, for example. Fine hair isn't a problem: you simply need to go further back in the fringe to add thickness. But if you have one or more spikes on your forehead, it's best to avoid it. In terms of morphology, it's also not recommended for wide, very round or square-jawed faces, or for small foreheads. Straight bangs harden the features and visually increase the width of the lower face.

Which fringe to choose?

This year, curtain (or V-shaped) bangs are very much in vogue. It's a long fringe, split in two, that frames the face. But for Christophe Nicolas Biot, " fringe is an eternal restart, it's always in fashion, just like the bob. Opting for bangs or a small bob are timeless, you can never go wrong. Bangs can be many things: straight, crumbled, full, tapered, V-shaped, shorter or shorter, thicker or thicker. The choice depends on your mood, the shape of your face and the length of your haircut. Long, curtained bangs highlight the eyes. Straight bangs harden features but assert a style. Side or lighter bangs soften the face.

How do I care for my bangs?

Bangs require maintenance, including regular shampooing and touch-ups once a month. It's not really advisable if you smoke, as it retains cold tobacco odors.

To keep your bangs looking their best, avoid constantly touching your hair. It's a reflex we often have, but it re-greases in less than a day.

You can wash it every day at the sink without touching the rest of your hair, or opt for dry shampoo. Finally, style it with a round brush and blow-dryer, or a blower brush to shape it.

For maintenance, the best thing to do is visit your hairdresser every month. He can tell you how to touch it up yourself without making a mess, using a small pair of scissors and a few professional tricks.

What if I don't want it anymore?

Be patient and let it grow back. If it becomes a nuisance, Christophe Nicolas Biot recommends lightening it so that it can blend in with the rest of the hair. Otherwise, play with accessories, barrettes and headbands, which are very much in vogue at the moment.

For a professional appraisal of your hair, and to treat yourself to an appropriate treatment, don't hesitate to make an appointment at one of Christophe Nicolas Biot's beauty salons.