56 Curly Bang Hairstyle Ideas to Screenshot For Your Next Salon Visit

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Somewhere along the way, the notion thatcurly hairandbangswere mutually exclusive permeated the beauty world.

But we’re here to tell you that this is just a myth.

In fact, there are plenty ofhaircuts with bangsout there for those with curls to choose from.

Janelle Monae, Sandra Oh, and Jasmine Sanders with Curly Bangs

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It’s also a heavier bang so you don’t see the ‘v’ section as clearly."

This haircut gives off a super cool,androgynouslook.

“Opt for a haircut that allows your curls to flow freely, combining short and long layers throughout.

Ciara with a curly ’80s-style bob

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“I recommend using the Bumble and Bumble Curl Light Defining Cream to shape and define your curls.”

This can also look great when bangs are pushed to the side.

Use clips to keep the curls “curled” while drying to help shrink them.

Gigi Ringel with a pixie mullet and wispy blunt bangs

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“To style, wash and let yourhair air dry.

Half-Up, Half-Down

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Curly bangs work incredibly well with ahalf-up, half-downsituation.

We love this loose, wavy triangle fringe.

Camila Cabello with side-swept straight bangs and curly hair at the 2019 Variety Power of Young Hollywood event in Los Angeles

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The choppy fringed pieces at the front create longer bangs that fall just past her eyebrows.

The added mini twist bangs and left-out pieces create an effortlessly chic vibe that is unmatched.

Tight Curly Fringe

The key to most successful curly cuts including this one is thedry cut technique.

Zendaya with curly bangs at the 2017 Variety Power Of Young Hollywood event in Los Angeles

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Look for a hairstylist who will work on dry hair when your curls are at their truest length.

Richman suggests a lightweight primer with thermal protection if your hair is prone to damage.

He recommends using the Paul Mitchell Neuro Prime and twisting the curls with your finger before using adiffuser.

Sandra Oh with curly bangs at the 2019 Critics Choice Awards in Santa Monica, California

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To create balance, ask for shorter, face-framing pieces on the non-bang side.

Is it a rounded bob or a hip version of a bowl cut?

Either way, her perfect ringlets paired with smudged black eyeliner are so sultry and cool.

Emily Ratajkowski with a tousled French bob hairstyle

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We especially love themicro bangsframing her forehead.

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“Keep in mind where you live,” Richman notes.

It’s best to discuss how your curl pattern changes with your stylist.”

Taylor Hill with a wet pixie and bangs for a Burberry campaign

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Here,Selena Gomezproves it with her tousled, voluminous crop.

Center-Parted Fringe

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Thecenter partis trending for good reason.

We love her brow-grazing fringe and layered ends.

Woman with long curly hair in a half-up, half-down style and long bangs

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Maisie Williams' fun pink color and dark shadowed roots add some edge.

As far as the bangs go, the curlier, the better!

Pseudo Bangs

Not ready to commit to the upkeep that comes with curly bangs?

Storm Reid with a curly faux hawk hairstyle and large hoop earrings at the 2018 Teen Choice Awards in Inglewood, California

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It’s both fashionable and chic, and pulling out bangs can elevate the look,” Washington says.

This will give a more defined curl pattern that isn’t too heavy around your face."

Marjan breaks it down: Diffuse your dry hair with the diffuser attachment.

Ilana Glazer with a long, layered curly bob and subtle “s” bangs at the 2016 Tribeca Film Festival in New York City

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Micro Spirals

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Kerry Washington’s micro-curls pair well with bangs.

“It is important to note how your curls naturally fall from day to day,” Heaps says.

Baby Bangs

Yara Shahidi’s baby bangs andcurly lobare so trendy yet timeless.

Kat Graham with tousled ombré curls with razor straight bangs at the 2017 Women In Film Max Mara Face Of The Future Award Recipient event in Los Angeles

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Be prepared to finesse your bangs, however.

To add some grit to your curls, scrunch a texturizing spray into wet or damp hair.

Afro-Textured Bangs

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There really is no limit when it comes to bangs.

Lupita Nyong’o with a bow-shaped updo and twisted bangs at the 2022 EBONY Power 100 event in Los Angeles

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This full, voluminous cut gets a boost from well-placed balayage highlights.

Grown-Out Curly Fringe

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Curls are prone toshrinkage.

Marjan suggests spritzing a shine serum and scrunching it into your hair if your strands tend to be lackluster.

Person with a curly French bob haircut and bottleneck bangs

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Modern Mullet

This top-heavy style is a current take on themullet.

Once a relic of the ’80s, today’s mullets are full of volume and are super trendy.

If your short ‘do leans on the wavier side, go the Vanessa Hudgens route and side-sweep your bangs.

Person wearing a tight curly hairstyle with bangs, red lipstick, and sunglasses

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Use a flatiron and top with hairspray to keep them in place.

Then, reassess as you go and watch where your natural curl falls."

Georgia May Jagger’s bangs almost graze the jawline.

Alia Shawkat wearing short, curly hair with bangs and a vintage red ribbon headband at the 2018 ‘If Beale Street Could Talk’ New York City premiere

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Next time you’re at the salon, consider teeny tiny bangs.

Let your curls be the star of the show by opting for a messy updo.

Want to add to the look?

Yara Shahidi wearing a high bun with side-swept ringlet bangs at the 2019 Glamour Women Of The Year Awards in New York City

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This super short pixie with piece-y spiral fringe is edgy and fun.

Afro With Parted Bangs

Fringe looks gorgeous on any and every texture.

Alison Brie wearing a curly bob hairstyle with face-framing bangs at the 2017 Afi Fest in Hollywood, California

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Solange wearing a combed-out curly hairstyle with short bangs at the 2017 Met Gala in New York City

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Joey King wearing a short, side-parted haircut with curly side-swept bangs at the 2019 Emmy Awards in Los Angeles

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Person with medium-length tousled curls and bottleneck bangs

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Juno Temple with blonde curly hair and wispy bangs at the 2016 Film Independent Spirit Awards in Santa Monica, California

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Selena Gomez with wispy-style blunt bangs and a short wavy bob

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Tessa Thompson with a curly shoulder-length shag and face-framing bangs at the 2015 AAFCA Awards in Hollywood, California

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Person with a super long, curly shag haircut

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Maisie Williams with crimped pink hair and straight bangs at the 2019 SUPER Magazine x CONTACT agency launch party in London. England

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Tracee Ellis Ross wearing a tight updo hairstyle with curly bangs at the 2019 PaleyFest event in New York City

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Rihanna with curly copper hair and pseudo bangs at the 2015 RiRi by Rihanna fragrance unveiling in New York City

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Natasha Lyonne wears voluminous medium-length curly hair with bangs at the 2018 Trevor Project TrevorLIVE NYC event

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Rowan Blanchard wearing a short hairstyle with finger waves at the 2019 Vanity Fair Oscar Party in Beverly Hills, California

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Person with short blonde curls cut in triangle shape and baby bangs

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Lizzo with long, loose curls and straight bangs at the 2017 Laugh Out Loud event in Los Angeles

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Lily Collins with a side-parted curly shag and wind-swept bangs at the 2017 Cannes Festival

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FKA Twigs with a curly updo and baby bangs at the 2015 British Fashion Awards in London, England

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Kerry Washington with a natural curly hairstyle and wispy bangs at the 2018 ‘Good Grief’ celebration in New York City

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Yara Shahidi with a voluminous curly hairstyle and micro bangs at 2018 GLSEN Respect Awards in Beverly Hills, California

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Sarah Hyland wears a layered curly bob hairstyle, pale pink fur coat, hoop earrings, red lipstick, and glasses at the 2018 Winter Wonderland Toys for Tots Party in Los Angeles

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Jasmine Sanders wears a blonde curly shag with wispy long bangs in New York City in 2019

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Janelle Monáe wears a vintage pin curl bob hairstyle at the 2016 ‘Hidden Figures’ New York special screening

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Woman with curly 4a-4b hairstyle with highlights and bangs

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Rita Ora wears a curled platinum long bob hairstyle with subtle side-swept bangs at the 2018 Westfield London’s 10th anniversary celebrations in London, England