A mohawk is fun and can help you stand out from the crowd.It's high maintenance because you have to trim the sides often.If you want to keep your hair healthy, then you need to take care of it.The results are not bad.You can have an impressive mohawk with the correct care and styling.
Step 1: To make sure that your mohawk is knot-free, brush it.
If you have long hair on the sides of your head, comb it through.It will be easier for the trimmers to run through them.This is only for trimming an existing mohawk.
Step 2: The left side of your head has a mohawk.
Make sure you have a clean part between the long hair on the top of your head and the short hair in the side.If you have a long mohawk, use hair clips to keep it out of your face.
Step 3: The hair on the right side of your head needs to be cut.
You should run the trimmers through your hair.Run the trimmers along the edge of the mohawk from the hairline to the nape.For more definition, use a shorter guard to fade your sideburns and nape.If you liked the original length of your sides, use the guard that you used when you cut them.If you don't like the original length, start with a higher guard and work your way down until you get the length you want.
Step 4: You need to brush your mohawk over to the right side.
Remove your mohawk first, then brush it over the right side of your head.Attach it with clips, then trim the short hairs on the left side of your head.Move against the direction that your hair is growing in.
Step 5: Pinch your mohawk where you want to cut it.
Remove the clips holding your mohawk.Pinch a strand from your mohawk between your middle and index fingers to make a V-shape.You have to stop where you want to cut.The section should be the same length as your middle and index fingers and span the width of your mohawk.You can grab a section that's close to your head.You can work your way back towards your nape.
Step 6: The hair is sticking out from your fingers.
If you're new to this, cut your mohawk a little longer.You have to wait for your hair to grow back if you cut it too short.A good pair of hairdresser's shears is needed.Thinning shears can be used to cut hair.
Step 7: Use 1 of the cut sections to guide the next section.
Take the last 1 inch of hair that you cut and add it to the next section.You need to pinch your hair between your fingers.When you reach the cut strand, put your fingers up.Cut the long hair that's sticking out above your fingers and level it with the cut strand.You have to keep going until you reach the back of your head.
Step 8: If you want a gradated look, cut the hair to the back of your head.
You can try to keep your mohawk the same length from forehead to nape, but it's much easier to gradually make the strands longer and longer.It would be a good idea to go back over your hair and fix any areas that are not straight.
Step 9: It's a good idea to wash your hair once per week.
Hot water can damage your hair.The hot water can cause the dye to fade faster.Depending on how many styling products you use, how often you wash your hair.You shouldn't wash it more than 2 or 3 times a week.It's a good idea to dry your hair between washing it to keep it fresh.
Step 10: It's a good idea to use a clarifying cleanser for colored hair.
A clarifying wash is great for removing build-up, while a color-treated wash will help nourish your hair.If you dyed your hair, you should use a color-treated cleanser.Sulfate-free products can also be used.Sulfates cause hair dye to fade.If you dyed your mohawk, you can still use a sulfate-free clarifying shampoo every once in a while to help eliminate build-up.
Step 11: It's a good idea to use conditioner when you wash your hair.
Even if you have a thin strip of hair, you still need something to nourish it and keep it soft.If you want the best results, use the matching conditioner.Use a deep conditioning mask every couple of weeks.The bottle has instructions on it.
Step 12: Give your hair a break by going product-free a few times per week.
You have to use a lot of products to style your hair.Unless you wash your hair every day, it can build up over time.It is possible to strip your hair of its natural oils by washing it daily.You can either wear a hat over your head or remove your mohawk.Pull your mohawk back into a man bun if it's wide enough.
Step 13: It's better to sleep on your side.
The back of your mohawk will get crushed if you sleep on your back.Your mohawk should be upright and rigid by the next morning if you sleep on your side.You don't want to accidentally crush it if you leave enough space between the mohawk and the headboard.It is possible that you will have to do some minor touch-ups the next morning.
Step 14: You should trim your hair by yourself or at the salon.
You will have to trim those sides more often if you want to maintain them.You could trim the sides yourself every 2 to 3 weeks, then go to a salon for a full trim and styling every 4 to 6 weeks.Trimming your hair will help you maintain a consistent look and remove split ends.
Step 15: Start with hair that is damp.
You can take a quick shower if you mist your hair with water from a spray bottle.If your hair is wet, pat it dry with a towel.If you want to style it into a mohawk, start with damp hair and blow dry it upwards.
Step 16: It's a good idea to blow dry your hair upwards.
If you have hair that is the width of your palm, you should be able to blow dry it.If your hair is longer than that, blow dry it in a way that it hangs down.You don't need to worry about getting your hair straight.If your hair is limp or thin, apply volumizing mousse first.If you have wavy or curly hair, you can either blow dry or flat iron it.After it's completely dry, flat iron it.
Step 17: There is a styling product between your palms.
There are a lot of great options here.Rub the product between your palms until it feels sticky.It will help keep you from applying too much product.It's best to use Pomade and Wax on thick, curly, or dry hair.Thin or straight hair is the best place to use gel.The mohawk will become too heavy if you use too much product.
Step 18: Pull your hands upwards after you press your mohawk.
If you want your hair to hang down, lean forward first.Pull your hands towards the end of your hair when you press the mohawk between your palms.This can be done from the forehead to the nape.Wait a few minutes for the product to dry.You can change your mohawk into a fan or spikes.If your mohawk extends to your nape, you will have to lean back in order to get the hair to stick out.
Step 19: Lean forward and spray your hair.
You can take a break if you get tired of leaning forward.When you're ready, lean forward and mist both sides of your mohawk.Wait for the spray to dry.If you need to style the back of your head, lean backwards and wait until the hair on top has set.
Step 20: For about 5 minutes, blow your hair out.
The key to getting your mohawk nice and rigid is located here.It is possible to do this while standing upright.You are ready to rock your 'hawk once you have set your style.