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Last updated: May 31, 2017

Chic Chignon

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Chic Chignon

This classic style is a must-have in your arsenal of looks, and can be made more polished or more edgy depending on your client. Here’s the how-to from L’Oréal Professionnel!

 

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HOW-TO STEPS

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    Prep the hair with L’Oréal Professionnel Tecni.Art Perfect Texture. Create a radial parting and clip away.

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    Backcomb horizontally from the high point of the head to the top of the occipital bone. Gather the hair in a low ponytail with a clear elastic band.

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    In one motion, form a wide chignon. Secure the shape with hairpins.

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    Bring the hair in front of the radial parting to meet with the chignon.

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    Spread the sides with your fingers before pinning to personalize placement.

    Pro Tip: Not tough enough? If lengths are too soft when pinning, smoke L’Oréal Professionnel Tecni.Art True Grip through the style to give hair a fabric-like texture to hold pins securely.

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