If you're under the impression that bangs are a big commitment because you have to get regular trims, just wait until you find yourself wanting to grow them out. Deciding it's time to move on from your bangs is the easy part. The struggle is getting through the four or five months it actually takes to fully grow out your bangs.
"It's so hard to grow out your bangs because they're constantly changing where theyframe the faceas they grow, and not every length is flattering," celebrity stylist Justine Marjan told us. "It's tough to have the patience to let them catch up with the rest of the hair, so you have to be creative with styling so they blend with your current cut."
According to Marjan, one of the biggest myths about growing out your bangs is that you shouldn't touch them at all — but that couldn't be farther from the truth.
"It's super unflattering when a blunt bang grows out if weight isn't taken out and if it isn't slightly shorter in the center so that it can frame the face," she explained.
We turned to Marjan for her tips on how to get through every awkward length, plus the best hairstyles for growing out your bangs.
Meet the expert
Justine Marjanis a Tresemmé global stylist. Her clients includeGwen Stefani, Ella Balinska, and Kristin Cavallari, among others.
Keep reading for our expert-approved guide to growing out your bangs.
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Embrace Curtain Bangs
To get through the initial stage of growing out your bangs, Marjan recommended styling your fringe into a curtain shape. Start by applying a bit of gel to your roots at the front of the hairline when your hair is damp. Then, blow dry with a small, round brush.
"Use the nozzle on the dryer to direct the hair forward onto the forehead, then use the round brush to direct the middle and ends of the hair back so they create a curtain that opens and frames the face," she instructed. For extra hold, apply a lightweight hairspray likeTresemmé Compressed Micro-Mist Hairspray Hold Level 4: Extend.
When you're a month or two into growing out your bangs, take advantage of the current vintagehair accessory trend. At this point, your bangs have probably grown to an in-between length that's too long to wear down but too short to tuck behind your ears.
Marjan suggested embracing '90s hair accessories like bobby pins, clips, andheadbandsby using them to pin and tuck bangs away à la Alexa Chung.
"Either let the hair set like this for 20 minutes or apply heat to it with theGhd Air Blow Dryer($199)," she instructed. "Finish by removing the clips and scrunch in more hairspray."
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Opt for Face-Framing Layers
"When your bangs are almost grown out, blend them into the hair by taking your hair length up and layering around the face," Marjan said. "If you are attached to length and don't want to take it up, tryHidden Crown Hair clip-in extensionsto blend the front pieces."
She also suggested using hair spray, clips, and a blow dryer — as you did in stage three — to create a wave pattern in your hair, leaving the ends straight.
Problems can occur during any period, but typically when part of the hair appears to stop growing, it is caused by an interruption of the growth phase. The most common issues known to affect the growth of the hair are medication and deficiencies.
According to Dilek Onur-Taylor, it typically takes three to four months for bangs to grow out, but this varies from person to person. Some factors to consider are the fringe style and length you're starting with and how fast your hair grows (on average, half an inch per month).
For styling waterfall bangs, Spino recommends using a round brush or rollers to add volume. For those on the go or low on styling tools, simply blow out the bangs in a downward direction (and away from the face) to give them that extra zhuzh and flow.
One of the most popular styles of the moment is peekaboo bangs. It's a textured take on blunt bangs, which fall across the forehead but—thanks to the choppy and layered style—allow some of the forehead to show through.
As previously mentioned, it typically takes anywhere from three to four months to grow out your bangs. This does depend on how long your fringe currently is, your hairstyle, and how quickly your hair naturally grows.
Be patient: Unfortunately, there is no magic solution to make your bangs grow out overnight. It will take time for your hair to grow, so try to be patient and avoid getting frustrated. 2. Avoid heat styling: Heat styling tools like blow dryers and straighteners can damage your hair and slow down the growth process.
Massaging the scalp with hair oils and masks stimulates the scalp and may improve hair thickness . Stretching during the massage could encourage hair growth and thickness in the dermal papilla cells, which are located at the bottom of the hair follicle.
The weekly growth rate for hair is roughly 0.125 inches. Hair follicles are shaped like small tubes, and they play a critical role in hair growth. Hair grows out of the scalp at an angle, which is why bangs can appear to grow faster than the rest of your hair.
Baby braids are all the rage this fall and blend grown-out bangs seamlessly. For a middle part, try two small braids on each side. For a side part, create a side braid and secure with bobby pins. “Braiding bangs into your style or an updo is an easy way to secure bangs during the grow-out phase,” Izquierdo says.
After you've parted your hair, feel the top of your head, and find the spot where it starts to slope down. Starting at the slope will make a pretty thick bang, so go a little less than that. (Although if you have a small forehead, you can start your bangs a bit farther back, so they have more length.)
As previously mentioned, it typically takes anywhere from three to four months to grow out your bangs. This does depend on how long your fringe currently is, your hairstyle, and how quickly your hair naturally grows.
The weekly growth rate for hair is roughly 0.125 inches. Hair follicles are shaped like small tubes, and they play a critical role in hair growth. Hair grows out of the scalp at an angle, which is why bangs can appear to grow faster than the rest of your hair.
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