On the flip side, a toothbrush is nothing more than a hygiene product that can be used as an alternative when you’ve misplaced or don’t have a brush for edges. Unlike an edge control brush, a toothbrush only has one brush side that can be used to shape your baby hairs. It’s also not designed with special bristles that are meant for fragile, wispy hairs. Not to mention, using a toothbrush won’t give you the full effect of styling your baby hairs. The brush can help you shape your style, but you would still need a small comb to smooth out your strands for a precise look. HOW TO USE AN EDGE BRUSH TO STYLE YOUR BABY HAIRS Crisp, clean edges are the hallmark of a great paint job. To get professional-quality results when painting a room, first clean, patch, sand, and prime the walls—only then should painting begin. For neat results around the ceiling and trims, consider using a paint edger. These handy tools are used as an alternative to the painter’s tape that would otherwise be placed along the edges of the ceiling, baseboard, and window/door trim to keep these areas free of paint. I had high hopes for this Shur-Line 7-inch paint pad, which features a plastic frame with a replaceable low-nap pad and a place for an extender. To be fair, it is described as an applicator, not a paint edger. But when I saw its large surface with clean, square edges, I thought it might be good for ceiling work. Unfortunately, it was not. When loaded with paint, the broad spongy surface was difficult to control. The rigid molded handle is angled so that it obscures the user’s view of the leading edge, so I could not see how close I was to the edges. This tool applied a nice coat of paint over large areas, but using it effectively means the edges should be taped or trimmed with a different tool. Our Verdict

Smear-on edgers use an absorbent pad to apply the paint. Some are simply dipped into paint, while others have an onboard paint reservoir, often inside the handle. Those with a paint reservoir can apply 50 linear feet (or more) per load, while the dip-in types only hold enough paint to cover a few linear feet. Brush vs. Padid": "https://www.lorealparisusa.com/beauty-magazine/hair-style/hairstyle-trends/how-to-use-an-edge-brush", A paint edger is not necessary. It is, however, an upgrade over the traditional method of taping the edges at the ceiling, baseboard, windows, and doors with painter’s tape and then cutting in with a paint brush and removing the tape after the paint dries. Q. What is the best way to paint edges? I estimate that this tool reduced edging time by at least half compared to brushing. However, it cannot edge fully into corners because of the roller’s shape. Some final touch-up brushwork was always necessary.

Baby Hairs Style #1: Wavy pattern. For those that dare to go bold with their baby hairs, the wavy pattern will suit your fancy. Start by creating a middle part at the center of your hairline and comb your baby hairs downward. On either side of your part, slowly smooth your edge brush along your hairline to shape your baby hairs in a wavy line. This should start from the middle part and end at your ear. Repeat on the other side. If you still have a few questions about painting with an edger, you aren’t alone. Read on for answers to several frequently asked questions about what these tools can do. Q. What is a paint edger?The sole function of a paint edger is to make straight, clean lines. While many folks balk at the idea of purchasing a tool that only does one thing, its benefits far outweigh its reasonable cost. This type of tool typically pays for itself by eliminating the cost of painter’s tape and any labor costs associated with taping edges before painting and removing tape when the job is done. url": "https://www.lorealparisusa.com/beauty-magazine/hair-style/hairstyle-trends/how-to-use-an-edge-brush" Now it’s time to style your baby hairs. Depending on the shape or pattern you want, you’ll need to carefully comb and shape your edges to pull it off. Here are three options. Pros who paint a host of different areas and use a variety of products may appreciate the Shur-Line Edger Pro, a compact pad-style edger that creates crisp lines on baseboard and ceiling edges. The flexible swivel handle is easy to maneuver and helps painters work comfortably in tight spaces. Its built-in extender receiver can be attached to a paint pole for safer, less tiring work. Luigi’s The World’s Best Paint Pad Set is a good start-up set for a variety of projects. It includes three paint edgers of different sizes plus a paint tray. The pads measure 9.5 inches long by 2.5 inches wide, 5 inches long by 3.5 inches wide, and 9 inches long by 6 inches wide to accommodate tight and not-so-tight spaces.

I converted an average bedroom into a paint-edger testing lab to find out where each of the chosen products would excel. I spent 8 hours testing the edgers in this guide by using them to cut in along 10 foot lengths of wall-ceiling lines, inner-wall corners, window and door trim, and baseboard trim. Size: 9.5 inches long by 2.5 inches wide, 5 inches long by 3.5 inches wide, and 9 inches long by 6 inches wide The 2-inch angled sash brush is often a professional painter’s first choice for cleanly cutting in trim, whether working freehand or with a guide. The angled edge fits easily into corners and pulls a cleaner, straighter line than a square-edge brush can provide. The 2-inch width is ideal for general use: cutting in corners, painting trim, finishing furniture, and similar detail work. The edgers are suitable for use indoors and out, with both water- and oil-based paints. The pads hold enough paint to cover larger areas in a single dip with fewer drips, spills, and smudges compared with similarly sized competitors’ pads. The biggest pad can be used instead of a roller to paint large wall spaces. An extender is an accessory that may prove very helpful when painting rooms, as it reduces reaching, bending, squatting, and kneeling to access both high and low spots. By using an edger with a pole extender, the painter can stand on the ground and safely reach the top of a high wall to cut in at the ceiling line—as opposed to climbing a ladder and risking a fall. Painting rooms with high ceilings is often easier with an extender because it provides the painter greater range with less actual motion.

STEP #3: STYLE YOUR BABY HAIRS

I love the straight lines that angled brushes apply almost effortlessly, and the Wooster Brush Shortcut made it even easier to do this work. Its short, cushioned handle seemed to make the brush more responsive and definitely made it more comfortable and less fatiguing for extended periods than hard plastic or wood handles. The short length of the handle made it easy to work in tighter spaces. It proved to be an excellent tool for painting trim and cutting in walls around the trim, but the line where the ceiling meets the wall was slower going because of the reduced reach. Paint edgers come in different sizes, shapes, materials, and configurations and work in slightly different ways. Ahead, learn about the different types of edgers and why one may be a better fit for your project than the others. Size

It’s common for people to believe that an edge brush and a toothbrush can do the same job. While they both have the ability to shape your edges, the two tools have key differences that you should note. For starters, an edge brush is a styling tool that’s designed with baby hairs in mind. This tool is made with short, boar bristles that work with various textures to seamlessly sculpt your edges in less time. Since baby hairs are on the shorter side, this tool can style those wispy strands with ease. As we mentioned, edge control brushes have a comb on one side that also helps to separate and smooth your strands for an even look.

Paint edgers with pads use the smear method to apply paint. They are made of an absorbent material that works like a sponge to soak up paint from the tray; these edgers have a textured surface that lays down a clean finish. Pads are capable of applying a smooth, even, full coat in a single pass. They save on material and labor costs because there’s no need to buy, apply, and remove painter’s tape. Your first thought may be to style dry baby hairs, but it’s important to work on damp hair. It’s easier to shape your wispy hairs while damp to achieve your desired style. Wet your edge brush with lukewarm water, tap off the excess water onto a towel, and brush your baby hairs downward. This will separate your baby hairs from the rest of your mane. STEP #2: APPLY YOUR EDGE CONTROL PRODUCT TO YOUR BRUSH