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Blunt Bangs
A straight-across fringe that hits right at the eyebrow level.Our advanced AI generator lets you try out the Blunt Bangs look instantly. See if it is the right choice for you before making a commitment at the salon.
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About the Blunt Bangs for Men
Who it suits
Best on straight to lightly wavy hair with medium to thick density, since the weight is what keeps the line crisp. It flatters oval, oblong, and heart shapes by shortening the forehead and drawing focus to the eyes. Fine or very curly hair will fight the flat edge, and you should enjoy frequent touch-ups.
How to ask for it
Ask for a one-length, straight-across fringe cut to land right at the eyebrows, taken from a triangular section starting no further back than the temples. Request a blunt baseline with no graduation, point-cut only slightly at the very ends to soften. Keep the body of the hair separate so the fringe reads as a clean, heavy panel.
Upkeep & styling
Trim the fringe every two to three weeks to keep it off the lashes. Blow-dry it forward with a round brush daily and use a touch of light cream to stop separation. A flat iron helps on humid days.
Blunt Bangs — frequently asked questions
Do blunt bangs work on curly hair?
Not easily. Curls shrink and split the line, so you would need to straighten the fringe daily. A softer, textured fringe suits curls far better than a heavy blunt one.
What face shape suits blunt bangs?
Oval, oblong, and heart shapes benefit most because the fringe shortens a long forehead. Round and very short faces can look compressed and may prefer a longer, parted fringe.
How do I grow out blunt bangs?
Ask your stylist to point-cut the ends and let them reach the cheekbones, then split into a center or side part. Tucking the grown pieces behind the ears eases the transition.
Are blunt bangs high maintenance?
Yes. They grow into your eyeline within two to three weeks and need regular trims plus daily smoothing to stay flat and even across the brow.
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