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So, if you’ve ever caught yourself thinking, “What should I do with my hair?

There are thousands of things you’ve got the option to do to switch up your go-to hairstyle.

Close up of the back of a woman’s head with hair in a ponytail and a bow

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you’re free to do something as simple as try a newprotective hairstyleor throw on a headband.

Not so scary, huh?

We tapped three professional hairstylists to share their suggestions on how you might switch up your hairstyle.

Keep scrolling to check out some simple ways to take your hairstyle to the next level.

Meet the Experts

Dare to Get Bangs

Have you experimented with bangs yet?

Changing your fringe may be just the ticket to a fun new hairstyle.

Play with Layering

People make big mistakes by telling their stylists not to cut in layers.

Layers can also make thick hair easier to manage and give thin hair a fuller appearance.

Get Some Passion Twists

Enhance the look of your natural locks with some passion twists.

These can either be worn up or down.

“Bob haircuts can be very flattering if cut to accent yourface shape.

“verify the hair is well moisturized.

The number of looks that you’re able to create with a statement hair tie is endless.

Keep it Short and Sweet

Short haircan be sexy, edgy, romantic, and beautiful.

Create a Two-Strand Bun

Bergamy recommends amping up your bun game with a two-strand bun.

To do so, she says to begin by putting the hair into a ponytail.

When creating the ponytail, verify to use edge control.

Her go-to isHicks Edges.

After putting your hair up in a ponytail, make some braids with your natural hair.

Then, fold each braid on top of one another and place them down with a pin.

Utilize loose braiding hair or pre-stretched braiding hair, and tie it to the braid.

Then, create a two-strand twist while simultaneously making the bun.

Finally, secure it with some hairpins.

In four easy steps, you’ll take your bun to a whole new level.

First, Ceka says to spray your hair with a texture spray.

Then, use a curling wand to create some waves.

Enhance Your Look With Crochet Braids

Change things up with some crochet braids.

Warm tones reflect more light and enhance the pop factor.

Make it clear to your stylist what tones and colors you love, and which ones you don’t.

Do you like red?

Does the thought of blonde hair make your stomach churn?

check that that you and your stylist are speaking the same language when choosing your color.

Their definition of copper and yours could be very different.

Bringing reference pictures can be helpful to ensure you’re on the same page.

Try a Fishtail Braid

Trade a ponytail for a fishtail braid for a little more flair.

To do one, Ceka says to begin by dividing hair into two equal-sized sections.

Once that’s done, do the same thing on the opposite side.

Repeat this back and forth until you finish the braid, then secure it with an elastic.

For a more dramatic fishtail, Ceka recommends slicking the front hairs back with some gel.

Talk to your stylist about regular cut and color maintenance to keep your look fresh.

Is this new look budget-friendly?

Do you have the products and tools necessary to style your new look?

Above all, enjoy your new, fresh look.

Show it off, have fun, and let yournew hairstyleinspire you.

Experiment with new makeup colors, maybe some different outfits.

You’ll find that a new hairstyle can just be the beginning of a brand-new you.

They’re exactly what they sound likestamps for your hair.

The three-stranded plaits are comfortable, versatile, and stay intact for as long as you keep them in.

(No flyaways here!)

Play With Hair Bows

Few hair accessories have had the renaissance thathair bowshave.