Why you should stop being angry about your baby hairs (and how to style them)

The tress trend seen on runways and celebrities

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Baby hair, don't care. Truth is, a lot of us do care about how we look - everything from whether we can execute the perfect bold red lip to if we can carry off the new graphic nails trend.

When it comes to hairstyling, we’re usually fighting frizz or trying to tame our baby hairs into submission. Rather than struggling with them, we suggest embracing (and styling) these very fine, wispy hairs. The major tress trend has even made a soft addition to our favourite influencer and celebrity looks like Zoe Kravtiz, Kylie Jenner and most recently, Alicia Keys, at the 62nd annual Grammy Awards. A good time as any to bust out your styling mousse? Indeed. 

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To embrace your baby hairs, forgo brushing them back and check out this dream team of styling gels to swoop the edges to create whatever glossy curl pattern you desire. It's grown-up, but fun.

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Olaplex No.7 Bonding Oil, $46

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To maintain those hard-earned, shiny locks: a reparative styling oil that strengthens,  increases shine and softness. Now, if your baby hairs are acting up, apply this oil to tone down the flyaways for easier styling.




Ouai Glow Your Own Ouai Hair And Body Set, $56

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For a more subdued look with sideburn-length swirls, give this Rose Hair & Body Oil a whirl. Get your favourite playlist going, section a few baby hairs off, and apply a few drops to lock in moisture.









Kristin Ess Style Defining Shine Pomade + Edge control, $21

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To achieve wispy edges that are brilliantly glossy and well-defined, this pomade is said to deliver an ultra high-gloss finish and secure the baby hairs in the same direction of your updo with its flexible hold.

Verb Strong Hairspray, $24

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Ideal for our humidity, this hairspray builds up the strength of your baby hairs without weighing the rest of your hair down. A multi-tasker, this product can fight frizz and provide a long-lasting hold to keep your edges blended closely to your natural hairline.

Living Proof No Frizz Nourishing Styling Cream, $39

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Paying special attention to your baby hairs and putting them on full display calls for a styling cream. For a more sculptural look, spread the product over the strands and curl them to sit pretty and polished at the temples.

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