BONJOUR DAH-LING!
New year, new… hair?
As 2021 comes to a close, many of us are already looking to the new year as a chance to make a change… And, as we all know, there’s very little that can change up a woman’s appearance as a hair upgrade!
Whether you fancy going big with a dramatic bob cut or want to go home with a return to your natural colors or curls, these stylist approved hair transformations are set to be all the range for 2022.
This year, there’s going to be a style to suit every hair type, as trends include a more bespoke approach to hairstyles and cuts… Encouraging people to embrace their natural selves with low-maintenance, gorgeous locks that work with you, not against you. Dah-ling, dare we say it, this year, less might just be MORE!
So, without further ado, here are our N4’s stylist approved hair transformations to wow in the new year!
1. The Blunt Bob
The bob has become a timeless hairstyle popular with anyone who wants to change their look. But it’s not for the faint of heart!
If you have the courage to go for the chop, blunt bobs are a super chic and versatile look that goes perfectly with all hair types, whether you’re pin-straight or a mop of curls!
These cuts are going to be heavily 90s-inspired, so expect razor-sharp lines, super glossy strands, and chin-grazing lengths.
But it’s not all going to be straight-cut short bobs. The mid-length bob seems poised to make a comeback, as is the A-line bob (short in the back, tapering to longer layers at the front).
To maintain this look, treatments like the Number 4 Hair Fluoro5 Elixer Restore & Repair Oil will be a lifesaver! Made to add shine and body to all hair types and suitable to use on damp or dry hair, this treatment will ensure your short hair is sleek, shiny, and radiant. Plus, anti-static and humidity-resistant properties are so helpful for calming down flyaways.
2. Short & Shaggy
In addition to sleek, short styles, a shaggy and easy-maintenance look is going to be all the range for 2022. This look is packed full of effortless cool and can work in a range of lengths to suit your face shape and hair type.
In addition to sleek, short styles, a shaggy and easy-maintenance look is going to be all the range for 2022. This look is packed full of effortless cool and can work in a range of lengths to suit your face shape and hair type.
One of the best things about this style is how easy it is to style. All you’ll need to do is just a large round brush in the morning… The layers will do the work for you and make it look like you just left the salon!
Throw a Number 4 Hair Texture Paste Mini into your purse for some added dimension and a matt finish for on-the-go styling, and you’re sure to look effortlessly chic, no matter what the occasion.
3. Long, Sleek, and Straight
If short and sweet isn’t the look for you, you’ll be pleased to hear that luscious long locks are also set to be all the range in 2022. For this style, sleek and straight is the way to go, and you’ll notice plenty of center-partings.
For this dramatic-looking long style, you’ll need to ensure your hair is well conditioned and protected from the heat you’ll most likely need to maintain those pin-straight locks. The Number 4 Hair Super Comb Prep & Protect spray will be one of your best friends for this. You might also want to add a Smoothing Balm to help smooth out fizzy, wavy, or unruly locks.
4. Wispy Bangs – Eek!
We must admit, when we first saw that bangs are back, we were nervous! But these aren’t the bangs you’ve seen before. Wispy, long bangs provide a much lower-maintenance approach to bangs, and because they’re so lightweight, they add plenty of texture and movement to the face.
A drop of N4’s Texture Styling Crème added to the fringe area after blow-drying will help create movement and texture in your wispy bangs while also keeping them under control.
If you’re not ready to commit to bangs just yet, you can fake it until you make it with faux bangs. These utilize long hair whipped up into a messy bun, with elegant, sweeping bangs without the commitment!
5. 70s Shag, Modernized
Pin-straight long locks aren’t the right look for everyone, and we all know that a choppy, layered look is far less maintenance! Thankfully, the shaggy length popular in the 70s is set to make a comeback with plenty of volume, texture, and depth for a modernized look that’s totally timeless.
For this look, you’re going to be asking your hairdresser for lots of layers, going up as high as your chin! This gives the tussled, undone, yet sleek appearance this look is popular for.
When it comes to styling, you’re going to want to keep it natural and embrace your hair’s natural body and movement. Something like N4’s Sugar Texturizing Spray will help maintain ‘beach babe’ waves with a touchable texture.
6. Bye-Bye Balayage
Balayage has been dominating when it comes to hair colors in recent years, but it might finally be time to say goodbye as block colors start to make a comeback!
It’s entirely possible this return to more natural colorings is a result of multiple lockdowns and a desire for easier haircare. But regardless of where the trend came from, we can expect to see plenty of soft blacks, chocolate browns, and gorgeous reds in the hair color universe. Perhaps with some chunky highlights or even shadow roots on display.
No matter what, when it comes to coloring your hair, it’s essential that you take care of it! The Number 4 Hair Clear the Year Set is perfect for rejuvenating your hair ready for some new color in the new year!
Final Thoughts: Less is More
When it comes to hair styling in the new year, we expect it will be all about embracing your natural locks and looks. This means it will be more important than ever to keep your hair happy, healthy, and shiny.
Regardless of your hair type, it’s always worth speaking to your stylist before making a dramatic change to your cut, and be careful to pick a look that’s flattering to your face shape.
Welcome to the new year! May 2022 be the year that all your haircare dreams come true dah-lings!
