Whether you’re a new mom or have a house full of boys finding the right style for you son can be a challenge. You learn all types of books and articles on how to raise your kids, but what about teaching your son how to style their hair? Between celebrity kids, magazines and social media there is inspiration everywhere, but do you know what you should be asking for?
To get the best answer for parent’s everywhere we spoke with Angel Del Solar, Dad, Hairstylist and Co-Founder of 18.21 Man Made. To form an open line of communication between moms and stylists, while taking into account the needs and wants of the child, Angel suggests always bringing a picture. He explains that “one inch” can translate to dissimilar outcomes between client (or parent) and a stylist. The best way to explain what they want is to have them bring a picture. “Bring a few pictures if needed” Angel recommends. “You may not find the style you’re looking for in one, so bring a picture of the sides and back you may want in one and the top in another,” this helps hairstylist’s achieve better end results, he explains.
When working with younger hair, it is oftentimes more fine in texture and therefore shows lines very easily. When boys are young it is best to leave hair a little longer. Angel suggests creating a longer style with clean edges. Since kids tend to move a great deal it is best to work quickly and avoid using clippers. As boys get older then tend to want to look older as well. When achieving edgy cuts or fashionable trends you can use a mix of shears and clippers to create the effect. “Currently barber cuts are in but before that it was Bieber,” Angel says. The trends are ever evolving, and at the moment barbering techniques are used widely to get that crisp clean look. However, as we move into summer, longer grown out styles will be gracing the streets and it is best to achieve these through shear over comb and texturizing techniques.
When it comes to product picks, this will vary on the age of the child. Younger children with finer hair don’t usually need product, but having a solid haircut will aid in their natural texture and style. When they become teenagers, styling their hair is all the rage, but many young boys don’t know which products to use or how to use them. It is best to start them off with PASTE. 18.21 Man Made PASTE is easy for them to use and works in all textures. While it offers hold it also offers flexibility, it is a perfect product to use as a beginner. After learning how to use PASTE they may even want to eventually graduate to CLAY. If your child has a bold, edgy haircut CLAY will create more of a finish with control without being too sticky.
Take into account how often you can commit to coming in for a cut. If your weekend schedule usually consists of soccer practice followed by basketball games and running all over town you may want to opt for a low maintenance cut. If your son gets a super short style you’ll need to schedule an appointment every 4-6 weeks or else the style wont look sharp. If their hair is more edgy, short on the sides and long on top, they can usually get away with a haircut every 8-10 weeks, depending largely on their styles and yours!
As you begin to learn the ropes of wrangling your child’s hair schedule you’ll find that styling products actually aid in the process by saving you time. Discuss styles, lifestyle needs and upkeep with your stylist or barber and have an open mind about trying out new styles and new products like 18.21 Man Made!
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