Since the dawn of haircuts, commitment-phobes have avoided bangs for fear of the grow-out process. But learning how to style grown-out bangs isn’t as daunting as you might think. In fact, you might even find that you love your in-between look more than your original fringe—or the cut you’re hoping to transition into.
“With the right cut, styling, and a little patience, growing out bangs can actually look chic rather than awkward,” says Eddie Parra, celebrity stylist at BENJAMIN Salon in New York City. “The key is making them look styled, not avoided.”
One thing you probably shouldn’t do—even if you’ve pulled off a few successful maintenance trims on your own bangs—is attempt to trim your bangs into a transitional style without experience. “Taking matters into your own hands could set you back months in the grow-out process,” says professional hairstylist Molly Burke. “Stick with a pro for this meticulous work.”
If you’re over your current fringe, you’ve come to the right place. Keep reading for the experts’ best tips for styling grown-out bangs, plus the best haircut inspiration for every phase and texture.
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How to style grown-out bangs, according to pro stylists
Consider the grow-out when choosing a style of bangs.
Bangs may have an impulsive reputation, but ideally, you should consider your future grow-out process when choosing a style. If you’re committed to the look indefinitely, go right ahead with that thick, blunt fringe. But if you’ll want your hair out of your face by summertime, you might want to choose a lesser commitment.
“A full fringe can take anywhere from six to twelve months to completely grow out,” Burke says, noting that hair grows about a half inch per month on average. “A side or curtain bang can typically grow out in four to six months.”
If you’re only fringe-curious, Parra agrees that curtain bangs are the way to go. “Since they are already longer on the sides and softly parted in the middle, they naturally blend into face-framing layers as they grow,” he says.
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Plan on regular trims.
Most bangs demand targeted daily styling, which can lead to product buildup and heat damage that slows down the grow-out process. That’s why it’s especially important to keep up with your maintenance trims.
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