Should I Get Bangs? 9 Things to Consider Before Getting it

Of course! Why not?

If you're one of those asking the question, ‘Should I get bangs?’ right now, we can see why.

At many points in our lives, we've questioned our decision about bangs—perhaps even growing them out and cutting them over and over again.

While bangs have been a French thing, for the longest time, we've all been obsessed with many French hairstyles, including the famous French bob and Birkin bangs.

So, every time we scroll through social media, we save different bangs hairstyles, hoping to try them out someday. However, when we give it a go, it's as if we made the biggest mistakes of our lives. Argh…

We can picture you standing in front of the mirror, wishing you’d never gotten bangs. But what if we told you there’s a way to make bangs work for you?

Oh yes, you sure can, and this post will show you how.

1. Type of Bangs: Find Out Which Style Suits You

From baby bangs to curtain bangs and wispy bangs, there are a lot of bangs out there. If you are bold enough, you can experiment with each of them to discover what suits and works for you. However, some wouldn't like to take such a risk.

If you're scared to take such steps, we've narrowed it down for you.

1. Curtain Bangs

Curtain bangs are one of the most popular bang styles, probably because they can switch up a look and are easy to maintain. Celebrity like Sabrina love this bangs the most!

Like their name, they are opened in the center, creating a curtain at the front of your face.

These bangs can easily be customized to different lengths. It's also one of those bangs anyone can wear and style to fit their haircut.

In other words, curtain bangs are best for all face shapes.

2. Blunt Bangs

These bangs have a sharp line at their ends. Meaning, they are not wispy or layered.

Apart from that, they are also known for fully covering the forehead, offering a chic look with both long and short hairstyles.

Suits: Diamond and heart face shapes

3. Birkin Bangs

Birkin bangs are named after the actor Jane Birkin. It is a wispy, long bangs that soften the face.

These bangs are quite popular with natural, undone hairstyles since they give more of a relaxed vibe. Celebrities like Zendaya, Dakota Johnson, and Anne Hathaway slayed it many times.

Suits: Square-shaped faces

4. Wispy Bangs

Wispy bangs are one of our top favorite bangs. You might have seen these bangs on many celebrities, including our beloved Wednesday actress, Jenna Ortega, and loved it.

Well, they are characterized by their scanty-looking appearance and are quite customizable to suit any hair texture.

Wispy bangs are one of those bangs that don’t give off the traditional vibe, especially with their light nature.

While most people would agree that they suit almost every face shape, they are best for women with square-shaped faces.

5. Side-Swept Bangs

These bangs are swept to the side to create a relaxed look. They are cut in a way that makes them sit on your cheekbones, giving you a gorgeous and effortless look.

Who does the side-swept bangs fit? They suit many face shapes—round, oval, and even square-shaped faces.

Knowing that all types of bangs may not suit you is the first step to selecting the bangs you will love and work well with your face shape and hair texture.

So, consider your options based on your face shape, then select. Oval-shaped faces, for instance, can wear the majority of bang styles. However, square-shaped faces go well with wispy and choppy bangs.

2. Talk to Your Stylist

We've gone through some types of bangs together, and that's quite alright. However, before getting the bangs, speak to a hairstylist first.

There's a high chance you're still debating if you should get them in your mind. So, chat with a professional stylist about your choice and how you want it to look.

They can tell you what to do and if your choice is the best for your hair texture and face shape.

3. Master the Right Size

It can take a few trials to get bangs right. Don't be sad if that's the case with you. Just remember that you will love it once you get the right size and length.

Some bangs may not look fine after the first appointment, especially if cut too short. This is why you must discuss with your hairstylist what you want—make sure it's not too short and thin or too thick.

Consider what style you want to achieve and settle with it. However, if you're getting it for the first time, go with a style somewhere in the middle (not very light or heavy). This will not only give you beautiful bangs but also make it more manageable.

Speaking of that, check out the next section.

4. Can You Manage Them

You've got to accept that bangs require maintenance. Will you be able to manage them?

Bangs may require you to visit the salon every two to three weeks. They might also need some products and tools to keep them looking gorgeous. Not to mention styling them daily. That can be a lot for some.

However, if you know you can manage them, why not? Go and get your bangs!

5. Your Tools and Products

Gather the right set of tools and products for your hairstyle. First, your tools—a blow dryer, flat paddle brush, and flat iron.

The tools you need depend on your bang style and how you'll love to style it daily.

It's the same for your products. While you will need some curl products if you're styling curly bangs, those aren't necessary for styling straight bangs.

But some products you need are dry shampoo, mousse, heat protectant, and a styling hairspray. These are the basic styling products for your bangs. They will save you from having oil in your hair, experiencing frizziness and flyways, and damaging your tresses.

You'll be surprised at how each works to make sure you have a fresh look. For instance, on days you don't feel like washing your hair, a dry shampoo can come to the rescue, and heat protectants are essential whenever you want to style with your heat tools.

6. A Change in Routine

You need to tweak your hair routine a little.

1. First thing first, after opting out of the shower, blow dry immediately. If, for any reason, you decide to do it later, styling your bangs might become more challenging. So, do that once you're out of the shower. It doesn't even take more than five minutes to style just your bangs.
2. Secondly, work on your bangs before styling the rest of your hair. It's best if you style them first and work on them separately.
3. Lastly, get some hair clips for your bangs. You'll need them to keep your hair away from your forehead at night. While it won't be the prettiest thing, you can avoid scattering your bangs this way.

7. Never Trim them Yourself as a Beginner

After styling your bangs, visit the salon every two or three weeks to trim them.

Don't ever pick up your scissors and decide to trim them yourself, especially if you haven't done that before. You might cut them in a way you won't like, resulting in something else.

In short, it's easy to turn them into a mess. So, avoid cutting them by yourselves. Visit a stylist to get it done for you.

8. Start with an Easy One

Go for a simple style if you're still on the fence about bangs. You can consider side-swept bangs. They are on the soft side and can grow out quickly unlike fuller and blunt bangs.

Curtain bangs will also be a great choice since they can easily blend with your hair. Plus, they suit every face shape.

If you will, make sure they are long. They will give you a nice texture around your face and look amazing even as they grow longer.

9. Don't be Too Hard on Your Bangs

At times, your bangs might be chaos. Do not think too much about it; instead, embrace every step and learn how to make them better.

With your full commitment and patience, you'll discover it's not so bad after all. A little tweak was all that was needed to make it better.

And on days you don't find them endearing, because they are out of place, don't make hasty decisions you might regret later. A secret is to spray them with water, then blow dry.

It's also possible you don't like them after getting them. If that is the case, don't cut your hair. That will only make things worse. A good option will be to opt for bang extensions till your hair grows out. Hair extensions  are a nice alternative.

Final Words

After considering everything we have said, do you think you should get bangs? We are pretty sure you know the answer by now.

If you can make a good selection, take care of your hair, visit the salon regularly, and take the other steps mentioned in this post, there shouldn't be anything stopping you from getting bangs. If you still can't dedice yet, try clip in bangs or a bang wig to see how the bangs looks on you.