How to Style Curly Bangs and Hair

Understanding your unique facial features will help you figure out how to style hair and bangs that complement your face shape in the most flattering way. Whether you’re looking to cover your forehead to enhance certain features or soften more prominent angles, there’s a style to flatter everyone. For those with curly hair, embracing natural texture can make a significant difference, and the right type of bangs can soften your look or add flair. From loose curls to tighter coils, different hair types will call for different approaches to shaping and cutting bangs.

Learn what types of bangs work on different types of hair.

Choosing bangs that work with your face shape

Choosing bangs that work with your face shape can transform your overall appearance.

Oval-shaped faces

For oval face shapes, virtually any bang style works, but to emphasize the symmetry of an oval face, side-swept bangs or feathered bangs are particularly flattering.

Heart-shaped faces

If you have a heart-shaped face, curtain bangs or wispy bangs can soften a wider forehead and draw attention to the cheekbones, creating harmony between the top and bottom halves of the face.

Square-shaped face

For square face shapes, face-framing layers and wispy fringe are great options to soften the strong angles of the jawline, while choppy bangs can add a playful, edgy touch.

Round-shaped face

Round-shaped faces work well with side-swept bangs or straight bangs because these styles can create length and give the illusion of more angular features. For a more edgy style, blunt bangs can work when they’re paired with layers.

Hair texture is an essential consideration when choosing bangs—complementing the style and natural texture of your hair will make the overall style look more cohesive. 

Choosing bangs for wavy hair

With wavy hair, the goal is to strike a balance between enhancing your natural curl pattern and keeping things manageable. The top styling tips for wavy hair are to work with its curly texture and help enhance it with a curl-defining cream to keep bangs soft and under control. This will help maintain the natural bounce without the frizz, allowing your waves to blend seamlessly with your bangs. When styled right, wavy bangs can complement your face shape while showing off your natural curls.

Using a blow dryer with a diffuser to style hair 

The rule of thumb to minimize heat damage when blow-drying wet hair is to wait until the hair is 80% dry before using a blow dryer. After applying heat protectant spray, use a paddle brush to comb through sections of the hair before you begin styling curly bangs. Styling a curly bang or wavy bang can be achieved by using your fingers to create coils in the strands. Use a diffuser until the hair is dry to add definition and volume. 

A diffuser is essential for enhancing your natural curl.

How Evergreen Beauty College trains students to work with different hair types

Our instructors are trained to work with different hair types, including textured and curly. Before students engage with clients at our on-campus salon, they are thoroughly trained through coursework and the demonstration of our instructors.

At Evergreen, our students are learning the language of cosmetology with the attentive guidance of our instructors. Once students advance beyond the curriculum’s first phase, we allow them space to spread their wings and learn through trial and error in a safe environment. Our cosmetology program prepares students before they enter the fast-paced beauty industry.

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FAQ: How to style curly bangs and hair

Can people with curly hair have bangs?

Yes, anyone with curly hair can have bangs. Every hair type may require different maintenance and proper cutting and styling to flatter their face and hairstyle. 

Do cosmetology students teach students to work with different types of hair?

At an accredited cosmetology school, students are trained by trained instructors to work with different textures, hairstyles, and hair types, including straight, curly, and wavy hair. Students practice on mannequins before moving on to real clients. 

What is the best way to add definition to curly bangs and hair?

We recommend using curl cream or a curl-defining product that enhances curls, such as mousse, to define curly bangs. It is also essential to style curly hair when damp, using a hairdryer with a diffuser adapter to enhance the natural curls and add volume to the hair. 

Before using heat, add a heat protectant to the hair to minimize damage to the hair.