Delivering on-trend style is our mission at Deseo Salon & BlowDry of Denver. That means making sure our Rocky Mountain beauty gurus stay glowing even after they’ve left our salon chair. Certain styles like curtain bangs require a commitment to at-home hair care that can seem daunting without a team of professional stylists backing up your beauty routine.
Our locally owned and operated luxury salon will never leave you or your ends hanging. We’ve developed a full catalog of home hair care guides to navigate the in’s and out’s of any cut and style.
Curtain bangs are one of our favorite cuts! They’re chic, sophisticated, playful, and always trendy. Curtain bangs are loved by all. But they’re often met with hesitation at the thought of maintaining those bangs or transitioning out of curtain bangs. Worry no more with our ultimate guide to rocking your bangs and changing styles with ease.
Here are the top do’s and don’t’s for hair care with bangs.
Maintaining Curtain Bangs
Maintaining curtain bangs (any bangs) is one of the best at-home hair care skills to master. Curtain bangs, straight bangs, or Cleopatra bangs all have a similar care routine for those in-between-salon-visit weeks. With a bit of practice and a lot of hair love, you’ll never have to suffer through an awkward bangs stage.
Do:
- Give your bangs extra love with hydrating conditioner designed for smoothness and shine. The key to prevent frizzy bangs is following a strict nourishing routine at home. We recommend Kérastase’s Fondant Fluidealiste for maintaining sleek curtain bangs between salon visits.
- Use care when blowdrying curtain bangs. Use the wrap-dry technique to brush the fringe forward over your face, then brush your bangs from side to side until dry. This will train your hairline to maintain its chic shape.
- Get creative with fun style options for working out with bangs! Keep your curtain bangs flawless by protecting them with wraps, top knots, and side twists.
- Set a standing appointment for a trim every 4-6 weeks. Deseo Salon & BlowDry makes maintaining bangs simple, fast, convenient, and as easy as running your fingers through your stunning hair.
Don’t:
- Trim your bangs yourself. Trust us on this one. The angle and length can be highly deceiving to the untrained eye. If you’re having a moment of bang angst, simply book your next appointment at Deseo, take a deep breath, and rock an adorable vintage hair clip or elegant barrette until you’re safely in our salon chair. Put. Down. The. Scissors.
- Go too heavy on the gel and sculpting products. Overdoing it with oils, serums, and gels can turn your fluffy bangs into an oily mess. If you’re hoping to achieve a slicked-back look, use clever bobby pins and hair clips instead of gels every so often to avoid weighing down your bangs.
Transitioning Away From Curtain Bangs
Let your bangs go out with, well, a bang by transitioning your hair in style with these simple tips for rocking flawless locks.
Do:
- Be patient. The first week or two of transitioning bangs is often the hardest. Your once stunning bangs are looking long and unruly, sharp edges are poking into your eyes, and it’s tempting to want to chop them off and start again. Instead, use a bit of hair gel to train the roots and the front of your hairline to transition into a curtain shape. Use a touch of Kevin Murphy’s SUPER.GOO on damp hair to shape your bangs into order, then use a small round brush to enhance the shape.
- Rock a side-swept look until your bangs have grown out. Transitioning from curtain bangs to side-swept bangs can be achieved by clipping your hair to the side and retraining your part. This flattering, face-framing style is a great in-between for transitioning blunt bangs.
- Utilize the power of chic sophistication with slicked-back bangs for days when your hair simply won’t cooperate. An elegant bun is the best style for growing out bangs.
- Keep up on your layers while blending your bangs into a longer style. Uneven or overgrown layers can throw off your entire vibe. Stop by your local luxury salon to get a touch-up without trimming your bangs back.
Don’t:
- Compromise on a style you won’t love simply to fix one bad hair day. Give your bangs time to grow, and ask your stylist for some transition style ideas instead.
- Rely too much on heat treating to force your bangs to stay put. Heatless techniques like wrapping, twisting, and clipping your bangs up are just as effective.
- Did we mention that you should never, ever cut your bangs at home? Good. Just checking.
With a little patience and a lot of hair love, your bangs will dazzle and delight no matter how your style changes.
Ready for some fabulous selfies? Book your appointment with our expert stylists today and start enjoying your best hair day ever.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you properly maintain curtain bangs at home between salon visits?
Maintaining curtain bangs at home requires a dedicated routine. Use a hydrating conditioner formulated for smoothness and shine, Kérastase’s Fondant Fluidealiste is a top recommendation for keeping curtain bangs sleek between visits. When blow-drying, use the wrap-dry technique: brush the fringe forward, then sweep from side to side until dry to train the hairline to hold its shape. Avoid over-applying heavy gels, oils, or serums, which can weigh down the bangs and create an oily look. Set a standing trim appointment every 4 to 6 weeks to keep the length in check.
How often should curtain bangs be trimmed?
Curtain bangs should be trimmed approximately every 4 to 6 weeks to maintain their shape and length. Bangs grow faster than the rest of your hair and can quickly become too long or lose their face-framing precision. Scheduling a standing trim appointment ensures your bangs stay looking intentional and polished without letting them reach an awkward in-between stage.
Can I trim my curtain bangs at home?
No. This is one of the most important things to avoid. Trimming bangs at home is notoriously risky because the angle and length can be highly deceiving, even to someone with a steady hand. Curtain bangs in particular require a precise, angled cut that frames the face symmetrically. Even a small error can result in uneven, too-short, or unflattering bangs that a stylist then needs to correct. Instead, book an appointment and use a stylish hair clip or barrette to manage them in the meantime.
How do you transition out of curtain bangs gracefully?
Transitioning out of curtain bangs requires patience and the right styling techniques. In the early weeks, use a small amount of Kevin Murphy’s SUPER.GOO on damp hair and a small round brush to train the bangs into shape as they grow. Side-sweeping the bangs and retraining your part is an elegant in-between option. Slicked-back styles and elegant buns are great for days when growing bangs won’t cooperate. Keep up on your layers during this phase, overgrown, uneven layers can throw off your overall look even as your bangs grow out.
What products are best for styling curtain bangs?
For maintaining sleek, frizz-free curtain bangs, prioritize a hydrating conditioner like Kérastase’s Fondant Fluidealiste. Avoid heavy sculpting gels and silicone-based products that can weigh down the fringe. For the transition phase, Kevin Murphy’s SUPER.GOO provides light control on damp hair for shaping without stiffness. When holding bangs in place temporarily, opt for bobby pins, hair clips, or elegant barrettes rather than relying heavily on product to force them into position.
Are curtain bangs suitable for all face shapes and hair types?
Curtain bangs are one of the most universally flattering bang styles because of the way they part down the middle and sweep to the sides, softly framing the face without overwhelming the features. They work with a wide variety of face shapes and hair textures, from straight to wavy. That said, the exact length, angle, and thickness of the cut should be suited to your specific face shape and hair type by a professional stylist, what works beautifully on one person may need adjustment for another.