It’s almost a rite of passage to end up with a haircut you’ll regret later. For some people, this hair stage begins when they first try to cut their bangs. Bad bangs can dramatically change your face because bangs frame the face.
If you relate to this, we’ll show you how to fix bad bangs and get back to feeling like yourself!
What is a bad bang?
Bad bangs often happen when you get a hairstyle that doesn’t compliment your face shape or hair length. The color also matters. If you try to color block your hair with hair dye, you will likely end up with bangs that most would consider bad.
Although bad bangs are not a specific hairstyle, there are some bang styles that are not desirable. Blunt cut short bangs, uneven or jagged bangs and extremely short bangs are largely considered unattractive bangs.
Tangled, frizzy and unruly bangs are not the most attractive styles either.
Bad examples Bangs
1. Bad Blunt Bangs
Bluntly cut bangs can widen the face and often come across as harsh. Fix those bad bangs by taking a pair of scissors and cutting your fringe vertically to create tiny angled cuts, which will make them look softer.
2. Terrible color
There is a right way and a wrong way to dye hair. Adding it to oddly shaped areas of your hair is the wrong way to go. If you only want the color in a small section, at least make the color band a uniform width so it doesn’t look so random.
3. Very short bangs
Micro bangs really only look good on women with long or oval faces. If you have micro bangs and don’t have the right face shape, you can make your bad bangs look better by getting longer extensions or by slicking them to one side with a little gel or hairspray.
4. Badly chopped
Badly cropped bangs often end up looking like you got into a fight with a lawnmower. Avoid looking like a hot mess by using a straightener to create side-swept bangs or create a deep side part and slick them down.
5. Messy bangs
Using mousse or texturizing cream to create a deliberately messy hairstyle is one thing, but when they look like the image above, you risk your whole look being sloppy. We recommend using a flat iron to straighten them down or to the side.
6. Badly styled asymmetrical bangs
We’re all about rocking angled bangs, but these are an example of bad angled bangs that look like the hairstylist didn’t notice. Fix them by parting hair from the center, then restart the angled cut.
7. Bangs are bad for thin hair
The last thing you want to do when you already have thin hair is to make it look even finer. This haircut would be cuter if the bangs were swept to the side and cut at an angle. The hair should be shorter all around, as well, to create a long pixie.
8. Straight hair + uneven bangs
Straight hair only accentuates bad uneven bangs, making it look like you drunkenly cut your fringe in a moment of weakness. Unfortunately with uneven bangs, the only way to extend their length involves a shorter cut. Meanwhile, you can wear them on the side.
9. Thick bad bangs
For women with thick hair and round faces, these thick bangs only make the face look rounder. You can thin them out and soften them by using thin scissors to cut in an upward motion and take out just a little at a time.
10. Bad Choppy Bangs
Badly cut bangs, when not done right, can often end up looking sloppy or like a two-year-old cutting your hair. Fix them by flat ironing parts, then wear them straight down, lifted to the sides or parted in the middle.
Can you fix bad eggs?
If you find yourself hating your bangs, the good news is that there are ways to fix them while you wait for them to grow out!
Generally, it takes about three to four months for bangs to grow, depending on your hair type and its tendency to grow. It also depends on how short the bangs are. Lucky for you, we’ll go over the best ways to hide and fix bad bangs below!
How to fix bad eggs
Take a look at some of the best ways to hide or fix your bad bangs.
Part your hair differently
One of the best and easiest ways to hide bad bangs is to try a new hair part. You can sweep the bangs to the side and tuck them behind your ear or create a sleek middle part where your hair is away from your face. This trick works best with longer bangs, at least three or four inches long.
Style your bangs with a product
Create a hairstyle with pomade, or create a stylish wet look and comb your hair back. This look is perfect for a night on the town or an event as it’s more elegant than casual wear. Pomades help keep the kinks at bay and help hold the hair in place.
wear a hat
Along with another smooth attempt, using hats is the easiest way to hide an unwanted hairstyle. Use different styles to match your outfit, such as a baseball cap, beanie, wide-brimmed hat or others, depending on the weather and your preferences. Get creative with your hats!
Try an eccentric style or color
If you have bangs you hate, want to try a new style, or want to do something wild like shave your head, now is the time! You can also try using a new color to change the look of the bangs against your skin tone.
Use braids
If you know how to braid, braiding your bangs into different styles is a great way to make it look like you don’t even have bangs at all! Use hair spray, gel or pomade to keep them from falling out of the braid during the day. Try a braided crown or braid up to a half pony!
Add Bobby Pins to your look
There are several bobby pins that you can add to your look that will enhance the overall hairstyle and keep your bangs. Brands sell bobby pins in a variety of sizes and colors, and some are embellished for added pizzazz!
Wear a headband or headscarf
Similar to a hat, use a headband or headscarf to hide your bangs and make a fashion statement. Use them to pull your bangs back and go about your day!
Visit a stylist for professional styling help
If you’ve exhausted all efforts, visit your stylist to discuss what they recommend. They can also cut longer bangs that will help them blend more seamlessly into your hairstyle and compliment your face shape. Back to the drawing board never hurt anyone!
Do’s and Don’ts while fixing bad eggs
threaten:
- Cut or color them yourself. The most important thing to remember when fixing bad bangs is to avoid over-cutting. If you think a new length or color would help you feel better about your bangs, visit a stylist!
- Panic about the hairstyle. Just try to hide it with a braid or ribbon until it grows out. You’re probably the only one who noticed.
What to do:
- Try to fix them without cutting or painting them first.
- Embrace the pony for what they are! In a few months they will grow and become part of your hairstyle.
Bad bangs versus good bangs
The main factor that differentiates bad bangs from good bangs is if they match the facial structure of the wearer. The cut and color of the bangs are a close second.
Bangs with a blunt cut are not flattering for everyone. Colored bangs that are too dark or too light for one’s skin tone are also not the best idea. If you avoid these two things, you will most likely have good bangs!
Summary
So, now that you know how to fix and hide a bad pony, you should be able to coexist with your pony in peace! The best thing to do if you hate your bangs is to use a technique to hide them until they grow out and then never go back to that style. Which method will you try?
Common questions
Below are the most frequently asked questions about bad bangs.
You can fix bad bangs without cutting them off. Waiting until they grow up is the best choice. In the meantime, hide bangs with a hat, ribbon or braided hairstyle.
Getting rid of bad bangs is hard. You’re better off waiting until they grow enough for a new hairstyle. Visit your stylist for tips on how to style your bangs until they grow out.
Bangs can work on anyone, but you must get the right bang style for your face shape. For example, blunt bangs are not the best idea for round faces, and curtain bangs work well on most face shapes.
Although it can be expensive, using extensions to hide bad bangs is possible. If you update, you can use clips easily. If not, you’ll need to request a technique called micro-keratin tips from your stylist to lengthen your hair.
