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Popular Korean hair trends of 2020 that you should try out now as seen on your favourite K-pop idol

Feeling bored of looking at your same ol’ tresses? Transform your entire look with these Korean hair trends worn by your favourite K-pop idols

If you’re been looking at your hair lately and all you can conjure up is a resounding “meh”, then consider these nifty hair trends that have been making waves around South Korea (and abroad)—plenty of admirable head-turns guaranteed!

Okay, this trend may not have started out in 2020 but it’s one that’s definitely not dying down anytime soon because Koreans just can’t get enough of this metallic shade (and we can’t too!). And it’s all because of a little colour theory: Koreans tend to have naturally red undertones in their hair, according to popular hairstylist Kim Sunwoo. The cool ash tones work to cancel out the red hues. For those with complexions that have red and yellow undertones, ash tones can also beautifully brighten up your face and add a touch of youthfulness.

Some of the popular hair colours to go with ash tones are grey, lavender and lilac.

A trend that really took off this year is none other than the love-it-or-hate-it bleached fringe look (you know where we stand on this, though). While you might think someone ran out of bleach halfway, it’s actually the perfect hair trend if you don’t feel like committing to a full-on bleach job. The contrast between the crisp platinum blonde against the jet-black hair makes for a totally chic understated look. And even better, the bleached strips also work as perfect canvases if you want to slap on other colours to jazz it up every now and then—Twice’s Chaeyoung went with a deep emerald green to set her side-swept bangs apart.

This hair colour took off in 2019 but it’s still going strong. The trendy hair colour originated in one of Korea’s biggest hair salons, Chahong and was inspired by the Disney deer’s light brown fur shade. “We put in a grey tone for a clear brown, then a chocolate brown [that looks like] Bambi’s fur,” the salon explains. Short bobs will see a pop of red undertones while longer tresses will have a more gradient effect, which adds another layer of dimension to the shade. Not to mention, this milky chocolate hue will look great on any skin tone. If you’re looking for a subtle hair transformation, Bambi brown will give off the perfect

je ne sais quoi that will leave people marvelling at your quiet beauty.

Remember when wispy bangs were all the rage? Well, they still are but Bae Suzy’s rendition of the popular trend has been getting a ton of buzz lately. The difference? These Bridgett Bardot-inspired bangs is slightly ‘fuller’ than their wispy sisters. Suzy also just so slightly parts her bangs down the middle instead of pushing them fully to the side, giving off a more playful girl-next-door vibe. It’s simple yet effective enough to spruce up your entire look.

Are you often conscious of your round cheeks? Don’t worry, this latest hair trend will give you that V-shaped face in a snap. Known as the ‘face line cut’, it has “hair along the forehead and sideburns being cut very short, like baby hairs,” says Song Yein of Allure Korea. The aim of this look naturally frames the face by creating wispiness along the hairline (so you can ditch the jaw contouring in the morning, score!). With this trend, less is more. As Song explains, “In particular, soft lines rather than strong lines are now popular.”

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Amazing Korean Hairstyles For Girls


Korean girls always have their beautiful looks on point. From flawless glass skin to popsicle-stained lips, Korean beauty trends mean serious business and are always worth trying out because they are simply gorgeous. When Korean skincare routines or their makeup trends aren’t enough for you and you want more, check out Korean hairstyles for girls and you are sure to be dazzled by the chic, sophisticated styles and also the quirky, vibrant yet totally wearable ones.

We’ve listed some of the best Korean hairstyles for girls that are easy to adopt.


1. Rounded Bob For A Soft And Playful Style
2. Face Framing Layers For An Angelic Avatar
3. Double Ponytails For A Cute Aesthetic
4. Razor Cut Bob With Sharp Fringe
5. Boyfriend Bob To Look Uber-Cool
6. Whimsical Twisted Ponytails Perfect For Weddings
7. Ash-Toned Global Hair Colours For Neutral Skin
8. Bow Tie Hair Accessories For An Elegant Appeal
9. Messy Hair Up Styles For An Edgy, Chic Look
10. Experiment With The Under Dye Hair Colour Trend
11. FAQs

Rounded Bob For A Soft And Playful Style

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The rounded bob haircut is a great hairstyle to sport if you mean business and want to look professional. It can also be easily transitioned for an elegant aesthetic when off duty. This hairstyle has soft layers at the ends and the length grazes the chin so that it perfectly frames the face and softens the jawline too.

Tip: This cut works best for straight hair. Wavy to curly hair can opt for more layers to create a rounded shape like Marilyn Monroe’s rounded bob haircut.

Face Framing Layers For An Angelic Avatar

Image: Instagram

Want to add volume to your locks? Try face-framing layers. They are minimalistic and offer fullness to your hair with an enviable bounce. The layers are minimal and are mainly around the face. The back has little to no texture except for the ends so as to create some bounce.

Tip: Try this style if you have wavy or straight hair.

Double Ponytails For A Cute Aesthetic

Image: Instagram

If you think this style is very school girl like, think again! Double low ponytails with the tied bit carefully camouflaged with hair strands is a cute and chic style that you can rock at any age.

Leave out sleek face-framing tendrils to make the look more wearable for adults.

Tip: All hair types can look good in this hairstyle.

Razor Cut Bob With Sharp Fringe

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This retro style is made sharp and polished with precision cutting techniques. Clean lines that are softly textured to remove weight makes this hairstyle even more delightful. This haircut can be personalised for many different face shapes and will never fail to look absolutely classy. Straight hair will look great in this and there also versions for medium

curly and wavy hair types for this cut.

Tip: If your hair is wavy or curly, take a longer fringe as it will bounce up after chopped.

Boyfriend Bob To Look Uber-Cool

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A unisex cut that works for both men and women, the Korean take on the boyfriend bob is really commendable. It can transform any face shape and give the effect of instant high cheekbones. The layers allow room for experimentation with different styling products and tools. You can also wear this look messy, making it a fuss freestyle for those who favour that androgynous appeal.

Tip: Regular trims once in two months or so are necessary to maintain this hairstyle.

Whimsical Twisted Ponytails Perfect For Weddings

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If you’ve ever wondered how to style your hair for a formal occasion like a wedding, resort to this quick and easy hairstyle that is super gorgeous. You could either tie a ponytail and wrap an inch of hair around the band or divide your hair into two halves, tie the ponytail and push the length of the ponytail in between the hair part after which you conceal the band with an inch of hair.

Tip: This style can be accessorised with flowers

for an ethereal effect.

Ash-Toned Global Hair Colours For Neutral Skin

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Koreans are Asians after all and some women have neutral skin tones there too. And if you’ve ever wondered what vibrant hair colours would suit neutral skin tones with visible olive undertones, take note of Korean hair colour trends and opt for ash toned hair colours. Ashy hues will require you to bleach your hair to a platinum blonde which looks much better against neutral skin tones instead of yellow blonde. Also, ash-toned hues are neutralised and look fabulous against olive skin tones. So whichever vibrant hair colour you choose, make sure that it has a touch of ash hues for a cool effect.

Tip: You can opt for global or highlights with this colour trend.

Bow Tie Hair Accessories For An Elegant Appeal

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Want to look polished in an instant? Try adding a bow tie hairband or hair clip to your hairstyle and watch how your look is instantly elevated. This Korean hairstyle accessory trend is popular on a global scale because of how fabulously sophisticated it looks and how it can work to make even the most unruly hair types look cute and elegant.

Tip: You can even try a DIY project to make cute hair bows at home with ribbons or scraps of cloth.

Messy Hair Up Styles For An Edgy, Chic Look

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The messy hair up looks, held in place with chic and sleek barrettes are perfect for every woman to look effortlessly cool and trendy. It is a functional hairdo that allows your natural texture to shine through while it is clipped up in a bun.

Tip: You can spritz on some hairspray if you want this style to stay in place all day and it will also add texture to your locks if you plan on letting your hair down later.

Experiment With The Under Dye Hair Colour Trend Image: Instagram

The under dye hair colour trend is a cool way to experiment with vibrant colour without fully committing to it. It allows you to bleach and colour the bottom half of your hair while allowing the top to be bleach free. This hair colour trend makes sense especially for those with unruly hair types. The bleached bits will eventually grow out and can be trimmed off sooner too if you’d like to change your hairstyle for different seasons.

Tip: All hair types and hair lengths can enjoy this hair trend.

FAQs

Q. How to prep your hair to try out a Korean hairstyle trend?

A. Washed hair is a great place to begin. Shampoo and condition so that your hair is smooth and clean and applies hair serum. Some hairstyles can even be done on messy, unwashed hair like ponytails or hair updos as unwashed hair has more volume.

Q. What styling products and does one need to create these hairstyles?

A. A hair straightener or blow dryer is essential if you want to achieve the exact styles as shown in the images above. You also may require hair spray and definitely a multipurpose lightweight hair serum. Invisible elastic hair bands, stylish barrettes, and bobby pins are other accessories you might require while styling.

Q. How to ensure the vibrant hair colour looks good on my hair?

A. Vibrant hair colours require bleach. Treat your hair with coconut oil a week before applying bleach and then apply coconut oil post bleach too as this is the only way to strengthen your hair and it will make the colour look good. After a few days, apply the hair pigments. It is a long process but it is worth it. Opt for global only if you have straight hair and maybe try highlights or under dye if you have unruly hair.

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How Korean Girls Style Their Bangs 2021

Looking for hairs-piration? Get cute hair bangs just like the Korean k-pop stars in the Korean fashion world! Here’s how Korean girls style their bangs. Check it out!

Bangs are cool, Bangs are fun! We all love bangs but at some point or the other, we have been the victim of a bad haircut, forcing us to pin up those bangs until our hair grows out. 

If you’re thinking of getting bangs – Korean style bangs are the best way to go! Maintaining them is super-easy and styling them doesn’t require much time.

Here’s the detailed guide to how Korean girls style their bangs:

How Korean girls style their bangs?

Styling your bangs like Korean girls is easy. Curl your bangs inwards using hair rollers, straightener, thin curling iron, or rolling hair brush and blow dryer. After that you can style the rest of your hair however you like.

Depending on the thickness of your hair either use hair rollers and hair straighter, thin curling iron, or rolling hairbrush and blow dryer. Curl your bangs inwards either using hair rollers on damp hair and then blow-dry it or thin curling iron.

You can even use a rolling hairbrush and a blow dryer to curl your bangs inwards. If your using hair rollers, use a hair straightener to set your bangs in place after you remove the hair rollers. Then style the rest of your hair as your desire and accessorize with pins, ribbons, hats, or caps!

Most popular Korean bangs hairstyle

See-through Bangs Korean Style
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How Korean Girls Style Their Bangs

  • Items you will need to style your bangs like the Koreans:

To get perfect looking curled bangs or straight like the K-pop celebs have, you don’t need too many pieces of equipment. In fact, you might already have most of the tools you require to get bangs that are super cool. 

A blow dryer, a straightening iron and some hair rollers – that’s all you need!

If you don’t have hair rollers, do get yourself some as these are one of the most important items you will require for styling your bangs like the Koreans.  

Related: Here’s a fashion style guide you can follow to get the best Korean looks!

See-through Bangs Or Air Bangs

Best Korean Bangs Hairstyle For Round Face

These are soft, feminine bangs that can fall right down to your eyebrows. If styled right, they can give you a girly, cute look. Most Korean actresses and celebrities get see-through bangs as these beautifully frame the face and soften the contours. They go well with any length of hair as well. 

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This is a fantastic option for those who have a wide forehead. You can also sweep these bangs to the side to give yourself a different look once in a while. 

The peek-a-boo effect of these bangs gives off a sweet, romantic effect. 

The problem with the see-through bangs is that if the weather is humid and your hair is frizzy or curly, the bangs will roll right up and look very weird.  

Also, this will require frequent trims as it will irritate your eyes if it grows too long. 

Keep the rest of your hair frizz-free by straightening it out or blow drying it. You could add some curls to the ends of your hair to soften the look. 

Pros of getting See-through bangs: 

  • Best for those with a wide forehead
  • Softens contours
  • Sweet, cute look 

Cons of getting see-through bangs:

  • See-through bangs may roll up if your hair gets frizzy 
  • Requires frequent trims

Solution: Use a hair straightener or blow-dryer to keep the frizzy hair at bay

How Korean girls style see-through bangs?

Divide your bangs into three parts one section to the left, one section to the right, and your main bangs in the middle. Using a hair straightener, curl it inwards to create soft, see through bangs. It will perfectly lay on your forehead with that soft bouncy look!

Does Korean Bangs suits round face?

For round face, it’s important to make the face look slightly elongated. This can be easily done with side Korean bangs. Cover the side of your face with curtain side bangs to give slimmer look to your face

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Korean Style Choppy Bangs

Best Korean Bangs For Square Face

These are hugely popular in Korea but they are not suitable for everyone. These are shorter bangs, fringe types of bangs that frame just about half the forehead. 

They do take years off your face and make you look much younger. This is a good style for teenagers and those in college, especially when you want to explore your look and try out new things. It give you a bold and funk look!

Source: instagram.com/bangsandstyle/

While see-through bangs work well if you have thin hair, these bangs have to be cut sharp and look great if you have plentiful thick hair. 

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These bangs really show off the shape of your face and draw attention to your eyes and eyebrows. 

Source: instagram.com/koreanbangs/

For bangs like this, keep your hair short or long, but make sure it’s free of frizz and smooth. Iron out your bangs using a small straightening iron to keep them neat.

Do experiment and decide if this is a look you can pull off!

Pros: 

  • Makes you look younger 
  • Dares attention to eyes and eyebrows

How Korean girls style choppy bangs?

While your hair is still a bit damp, use a flat hair brush to comb your brush. Comb your bangs to the left and let your blow dryer follow the motion of the brush and then comb your bangs to the right and let your blow dryer follow the motion of brush. Repeat this process until your bangs are completely dry. Use your fingers to set the bangs in place and use hair spray to set your hair!

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Korean Style Wispy Bangs

Best Korean Bangs for “Just out of bed” look

Korean women mostly keep their whole appearance very smoothened out, be it their clothes or their makeup or their hair. We rarely find a fashionable Korean girl with uneven skin tone or frizzy hair. 

However, with the bangs, we now see that some of them are experimenting with the ruffled look. 

Source: instagram.com/koreanbangs/

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Do notice that even though it looks like a deliberately messy look, the hair is still quite smooth and has no frizz. 

Work this look by combing up your hair with your fingers and drawing it into a high bun. Using your fingertips, slightly pull the bun apart to fluff it out, making it look like a knot. 

Iron out your bangs but again, using your fingertips, ruffle them a bit for that uncombed look. 

Source: instagram.com/koreanbangs/

This is a great look to try for those nerdy study group days or classes where you don’t want your hair all over your face while making sure you still look cute and pretty.  

Pros of wispy bangs:

  • Effortless look
  • Easy to do

How Korean girls style wispy bangs?

Take a very thick section of your bangs and curl it inwards using a straightener. Do the same for the rest of the sections of your bangs. After that lightly ruffle your bangs up using your fingers for a slightly messy look. Your bangs will now look soft and messy. And that’s basically wispy bangs for you!

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Korean Style Curtain Bangs 

Best Korean Bangs To Make Face Look Slimmer

Korean curtain bangs are great for beginners. It has a centre parting so the bangs fall to either side of your face. Also this is a great way to make your face look slimmer! It’s a common Korean style bangs that’s worn by several Korean celebs.  

How do Korean girls style curtain bangs?

Make sure your fringe is a little damp. Pull your fringe to the front and keep the rest of your hair tied back, basically just get it out of the way. Now using a roller brush and a hair dryer, blow dry the right side of your fringe pulling it to the left and the left side of your fringe pulling it to the right side of your face. 

Now create a clean centre parting to your hair. Use the rolling hair brush and rolling the right side of fringe outwards but pull the fringe towards the right side of your face as you blow dry it. Do the same with the other side as well. Now let your cool down for a few seconds. You can blow dry the rest of your hair till then. 

Now blast your hair dryer right on the fringe. And pull your fringe in position, parting it. 

Here’s a quick tutorial:

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Curly Bangs

Curly bangs are a great option to go for if you want to take the attention away from a wide forehead. It also helps take the attention away from, say, pimple forming on your nose. Ultimately, it gives you a sweet look and make you look way younger.

For a more feminine dainty look, you can create curly, long bangs that will frame your face. Alternatively, you can also make your curly bangs look like air bangs to give a more adorable, doll-like look.

How do Korean girls style curly bangs?

To style your Korean curly bangs, you’ll need a curling iron.

Start by part your fringe however you like. Take a small section of your fringe and curl it inwards using the curling iron. This should give you bouncy curls.

While your curls are still hot, either scrunch it to create tighter curls or if you want it to be more like lose waves then just stretch it out.

DO the same for the rest of your fringe. Make sure you curl the hair on the sides of your face too. Curling them inwards is the best things to do. It frames frace and makes your face look thinner.

Nest arrange your curls using your fingers and separate them a but to cover your forehead and spread it uniformly. To make sure that it lasts longer, you can apply hairspray!

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Subtly Curled

You’ll see Korean girls walking around in streets of Seoul with actual rollers on their hair. This is because rollers are extremely important to have perfectly curled banged. It creates voluminous bangs to frame the face.

How Korean Girls Curl Their Bangs?

If you want the bangs to perfectly frame your face then take the mid section of your bangs and curl them inward by placing the hair roller directly underneath it. When you take the roller out later, the bangs will softly lay curled inward and against your forehead.

Roll the side pieces of your bangs inward too to frame your face.

For the side pieces, you roll them inward so it creates a face framing portrait. You can choose to use a hair dryer on top of this for a few minutes to help set it or even use heated hair rollers.

If you don’t like using heat on your hair then leave the hair rollers on overnight to let it set.

Style the rest of your hair to complement your bangs:

Once your bangs are taken care of, the rest of your hair is relatively easy to style to complement your bangs. The length of your hair doesn’t really matter here. You could have short or medium length to longish hair and you could style it in such a way that the focus is on your bangs. 

Source: instagram.com/koreanbangs/

If you want to put your hair up, leave a few strands of hair twisted and wavy looking on the sides of your face to give it that soft appeal.

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Accessorise your hair to bring the focus to your bangs:

You’ll see Korean girls often style their hair with accessories. Not that just simple bangs are boring, but when we see the accessories they add, we do see the point. 

Small subtle accessories without over-doing it really does glam up the bangs. Here are some ideas for you to up the glam factor of your bangs and always keep it interesting and stylish:

Add some nice hair accessories like a bow or a jewelled hairband to up the prettiness quotient.

Source: instagram.com/koreanbangs/

Hats are a nice way of adding charm to your face. Get a few hats in delicate crochet and pastel shades to give your face that youthful appearance. 

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Ribbons, funky hair clips and pins are all great accessories you can experiment with. Try them in different colours, bright and subtle and get yourself some that are bejewelled as well to add some sparkle to your hair.

Source: instagram.com/koreanbangs/

Highlights are a great way to add some colour and make your hair look interesting. Choose a colour that suits your hair as well as skin tone. 

Style the rest of your hair to keep it wavy. You can achieve this look by using an iron to twist it around a bit and let it fall around your face. 

You could even take it a notch higher and ruffle up the hair framing your face to make it feel a little fuller. 

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#1 — See Through Bangs Korean Style

Korean style curtain bangs for slimmer face

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#2 — Korean Bangs With Glasses

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#3 — Korean Long Side Bangs

This style of Korean bangs is perfect for wide or short face shapes

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#4 — Korean Side Swept Bangs

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#5 — Korean Short Bangs

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#6 — Korean Bangs Hairstyle For Square Face – Female

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#7 — Korean Bangs Hairstyle For Round Face

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Maintaining Your Korean-style Bangs

Take good care of your hair:

Any hairstyle looks good when your hair is healthy and maintained well. Make sure that you use good quality hair products and get regular hair trims to keep your hair looking and feeling glossy. A healthy diet adds to the overall look as well. 

Bangs can add a young look to your face. They are kind of a versatile haircut and they go well with any attire you choose to wear and for any occasion, casual or formal. 

When you get a new haircut and the stylist styles those bangs, they look so good and effortless. But a couple of hair washes later, you find that you struggle to get the same smooth effect. Also, it just appears to be so tedious to constantly try and get the hairstyle right. 

Korean hairstyles are some of the best when it comes to setting trends in style and fashion. Korean women know how to take care of the skin and hair, getting the best out of simple tools available. 

Most of the tips given in our article are quite easy to follow and can be done very quickly in the morning before you leave for work or school. Some are a little more elaborate and meant for a party or an evening out. 

No matter what you’re styling for, you can always come back to this article for tips on how to keep those bangs cool, cute or sexy, at all times!

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Top 5 Korean Hairstyles for 2020 | The Best Korean and Japanese Beauty Box Straight from Tokyo to Your Door!

Our Top 5 Korean Hairstyles for 2020

How do Korean women transform their silky black hair into such amazing styles? Whether you’re a K-Drama or K-Pop fan, or just getting on the Korean Wave, it’s hard to not be inspired by the gorgeous locks of Korean celebrity beauties. Here are the 5 styles we chose for Korean hair 2020:

1)      Long Waves

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As one of the highest-rated K-Dramas of all time, we had to start with a nod to “Crash Landing on You” and Yoon Seri’s hairstyle while trapped in a small North Korean village (played by Son Ye-jin). Just don’t ask how this CEO manages to always look flawless, we have no idea! Featuring long hair with a layered cut and soft waves, this hairstyle is elegant and feminine.

2)      LOB (Long Bob)

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As any woman knows, a drastic hairstyle change is a big decision, especially when it means sacrificing length. So, when Ko Mun-Yeoung (played by Seo Ye-Ji)  in “It’s OK to Not be OK” [SPOILERS!] finally made the choice to cut off her long locks for a modern chic LOB, it was a big moment for her character and the series. This look is timeless, classy, and versatile.

3)      Chestnut Hair

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While maybe the edgy bowl cut Park Sae-ro-yi (played by Park Seo-Joon) sports in “Itaewon Class” is not for everyone (it required a trim every 4 days!), it seems only fair to include a men’s hairstyle. The chestnut tones certainly made waves in South Korea and help to soften the short modern cut.

4)      Side Swept Bangs

While the see-through bangs trend is still going strong, we have to go with Jeong Tae-eul’s side-swept bangs in “The King: The Eternal Monarch” (played by Kim Go-Eun). The longer fringe adds structure to a layered haircut and are easily manageable. Side part, middle part, or pinned away, this look can be styled with hair up (with that iconic hair tie moment!) or down.

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5)      Two-Toned Hair

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When BlackPink released their highly-anticipated new single ‘How You Like That’ in June 2020, the focus quickly shifted to Jennie’s new hairstyle of white blond front highlights, or “hairband bangs”, paired with a dark hair color. Inspired by the e-girl look, the style is fun, funky, and definitely grabs attention.

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If front highlights aren’t your thing, what about a dip-dyed look? In “Itaewon Class”, Jo Yi Seo’s (played by Kim Da Mi) blunt bangs and short bob with bleach blond ends is an alternative and artsy style that works straight or curly. A precise but fun cut, this look toes the line between classic and modern.

With an endless supply of new K-Dramas and K-Pop, we can’t wait to see what the next hair trend will be! Do you have a K-Drama or celebrity hairstyle icon? What look do you want to try? Share your choice in the comments section below!

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8 Korean hair gurus you should follow on YouTube

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By Mathilde Thommeret

Need hair-spiration? Follow these YouTubers for fresh Korean hairstyle ideas.  

YouTube tutorials are one of the most useful – and entertaining – tools for beautistas. From makeup tricks to manicure hacks and intricate hairstyles, the array of beauty creativity from YouTubers is seemingly endless. But let’s be real: if your hair isn’t golden blond, your fishtail braid will look very different from that cute American YouTuber.

Which is why we’ve rounded up our favourite Korean hair gurus to get inspired by realistic and doable hairstyles. Not all of their videos have English subtitles but you don’t need much to follow; plus being Korean, they obviously use tons of cute visual and sound effects. And after all, it’s also a pretty good way to improve your K-level!

This Korean YouTuber isn’t solely specialized in hairstyles but she still creates interesting hairdos and shares her swift hair moves.

This Seoul-based hair salon posts easy hair tutorials for trendy hair colour makeovers like Golden rose or ash grey. Here is a good way to share the link to your local colourist.

If you’re a K-beauty beginner, this English channel created by a Korean-American YouTuber is what you need. From Hairstyles to makeup essentials or even breast augmentations (another common Korean beauty topic!), Beautify Meeh’s videos cover numerous different styles and are easy to follow.

The popular Korean beauty YouTuber offers a hair category on her channel that offers cool and easy hair tutorials, all subtitled in English. From “How to hide you bangs” to “How to create Goddess waves”, get inspired by her best tricks.

Even though her hairdos look simple, the Korean YouTuber puts a lot of efforts in it. Jucy only has 4 hair videos for now but they are all crazy popular on the leading streaming platform, with each one scoring between 200 000 to 500 000 views.

From beauty vlog to hair dye DIY, the 26-year-old Korean-American shares various insightful K-hair tricks and relatable hair experiences. Her lastest video on rose gold hair dye is a must watch if you’re opting for the stylish Korean hair dye.

ILULIY

Knowing some Korean will definitely help to enjoy the bubbly YouTuber’s videos, but even if you don’t ILULIY’s creative videos are clearly entertaining. From dying her hair herself with flower extract to creating friendship bracelets, there’s never a dull moment with the Korean YouTuber.

Top 15 Korean Hairstyles For Men

Love the glam of Korean hairstyles for men? Can’t find a local stylist to wave it up like Aring’s or An Jung Hyun’s? Well, look no further because here are some easy steps to get frisky Korean hairstyles for men that will woo your lady enough for you to be her only one! Easy to fluff and can be done at home. These steps are risk free and quick. So gear up for your freshman year, a casual date or maybe a crucial corporate meet, as winning hearts just got funkier.

15 Best Korean Hairstyles for Men with Pictures:

Given below we have the best Korean hairstyles for men with images that are very interesting to do with simpleness.

1. Long Fringes:

This ultimate Skrillex look of Korean hairstyle for men is the new hot. Get your hair shampooed and have it whole to the front, leaving sparse hair on the other side and back. Comb the front bit to have the ends sticking down and stay in shape. Looks best on face types which are slightly oval and has a ton of boyish charm. So get the rock star in you going!

2. Tousled Look:

Playing hard to get can become easier with this Korean hairstyle for men. Part your hair from the left and spike up the first few bangs from the upper side. Set the hair on the back and keep the first portion gelled and springy. If you have a stout face, this is the best look for you. Get it done and the ladies might come running!

3. Shaggy Haircut:

This is the topmost hairstyle men Korean with side bangs. Are you blessed with sculpted facial features and hair to die for? Glamour it up with this shaggy look that ain’t too dab. Looks best on a lean face. Let your hair be shiny and hung down in all the right directions. Have your bangs swept to one side.

Read: Guys With Medium Length Hair 

4. Wispy Bangs Hairstyle:

This is the ultimate bad boy Korean hairstyle look. Are you calm and quiet with a hint of evil? Spike it up all the way. Blow-dry your hair and leave it untouched or uncombed and let nature do its magic on your day out. Works best with medium hair. This is one of the best Korean hairstyles for men with sleek and short hair.

5. Voluminous Spikes:

The ultimate cool look for the tough ones in the crowd.  Snip off the back tresses like a crew cut, leaving the front bangs in full. Blow-dry it for a voluminous effect. Gel the bangs up and go for your wild rides. Looks best on guys with chiselled cheeks and a dash of confidence to carry it right. Streak it for an added effect. This is one of the best looking hairstyles for Korean men with the round face which surely attracts your girlfriend, try it.

6. The Nerd Look:

Who said nerds are boring? For all the geeks out there who needn’t play it cool, here’s a tip for you. This look, best on a face with a strong jaw can be carried off with ease. Create streaks and run them down with a dab of gel. Keep the ends pointy and top it off with those nerd glasses. Intelligence is sexy. Make it look so.

7. Full Metal Funk Haircut:

This is the fashionable Korean hairstyle for men with medium hair that makes your appearance so handsome. Release your inner punk with this new look. What’s better than this funky tousled up style for a night of clubbing? Take a handful of gel and run it between your fingers. Spike your bangs up and you’re done! Rock the floor! Your look demands it!

Read: Asian Style Short Haircuts Men 

8. Small Ponytail Hairstyle:

If you happen to have straight voluminous hair with bangs, this is the look for you. Take the middle back portion of your hair and tie it up high. Let the bangs cover the greater part of your forehead. Remember the folk tales where the gallant swordsman rode away to the sunset with his hair tied up in a ponytail, scaring away the defeated foes? This is the ponytail for the new corporate knight!

9. Bewitched Curls:

First day of college? This day’s impression shall last until the last semester. Ditch the bed look for these bewitched curls. Just requires a good wash and a few finger strokes, lightly tossing it back. Easy to carry off for men with pointed faces. This type of Korean hairstyles for men is perfectly suitable to male around 30 years with long hair.

10. The Latest Korean Hairstyle with Front Bangs:

This is one of those hairstyles for Korean men which make the Korean guys look so adorable in the first place and it will work for you as well. If you have a chubby face, then this will be one of the best Korean haircuts looks for you. The pattern that this hairstyle sports in the front portion hides the forehead and gives the face a certain angle which makes it look very adorable. This is not just a Korean hairstyle. It is followed by American make teenagers and is a really cool prom hairstyle these days. All Asian boys and teens will look good with this kind of look. It brings out that kind of boyish charm which everyone wants.

Read: Japanese Hairstyles For Men 

11. The Messy Korean look:

This is one of the finest Korean men hairstyles of all time. The pattern that this hairstyle sports is really attractive and will be suitable for all men with medium hair. Just bring most of the hair to the front and use a hair spray is required to adjust the look. This is again one of those hairstyles, that will conceal the forehead and make the guy look very attractive. It is arguably one of the best looks for boys out there. The pattern is quite cool and even though it is a shaggy look, it is sported by men wearing formals at work.

12. The Side Short Korean Hairstyles:

Korean teens are like the ambassadors of this Korean hairstyle for men. Here the sides the cut short and there is a trimmed double horizontal pattern done on the short trimmed side. The pattern can be done on either side or on a single side. The whole hair looks quite funky and gives the wearer a punk look. Because of all its awesome features, the male teenagers and boys prefer sporting this look and it can be said to be one of the best looks for all the Korean boys put there.

13. The Formal Korean Look:

Here is a cute Korean hairstyle suitable for all the office goers out there. The pattern of this haircut is somewhat to the previous ones. The sides are short and the top looks voluminous. If you are looking for one of the most trendy hairstyles this season, then this can definitely be said to be one of them. The haircut goes hand in hand with a formal coat or a party-wear tuxedo.

14. The Red Funky Korean Hairstyle:

This is one of the oldest Korean hairstyles. Korean guys used to carry this look a lot but the red hair is not so much appreciated by the Korean males these days. Still, there are a few who can figure out the beauty of this haircut and sport it with confidence. It has a punk touch attached to it which makes it so attractive in the first place. If you are looking for one of the best hairstyles this season that falls in the Korean haircut category, then this will be one of the finest looks for you. Colour your hair red and cut it short and use a gel or hairspray to make the hair look like this and you are all set to go!

Read: Best Beard Growth Oils 

15. The Slick Korean Men Hairstyles:

Even though this is the last one on the list of prominent Korean hairstyles for men, it can still be said to be one of the finest-looking hairstyles for all the Korean men out there. The front of the hairstyles sports some sharp side bangs. The haircut will be suitable for men with perfectly toned faces and medium length hair.

So here we are with some of the best range of Korean hairstyles for men. You can pick any of the above and get it done. It is bound to look stylish and make heads turn. Make sure whatever you pick, suits your face structure well.

7 Types Of Korean Bangs & How To Create The Hairstyle

The Korean wave definitely took the world by storm since it emerged a few years back and we can be sure it isn’t going away anytime soon! Korean bangs, in particular, have attracted many girls’ attention because of how feminine yet trendy they look. If you’re looking for a new hairstyle or are inspired by your favourite Korean celebrities’ hairstyle and not willing to queue for a haircut just yet, then you’ve come to the right place! 
Read on to learn about the different types of Korean bangs and how to create these beautiful Korean bangs effortlessly!

1. Air Bangs

Seen on: Kim So Hyun and IU

(Credit: wow_kimsohyun [Cropped]/ Instagram, dlwlrma / Instagram)Even if you’re not a fan of the Korean wave, you would know about the popular Korean air bangs. Also known as see-through fringe, air bangs are a thin layer of fringe that ends between your top lashes and eyebrows. Unlike thick and tidy bangs, air bangs allow your forehead to peek through and do not give a suffocating appearance. These Korean bangs help to add a subtle and natural contour for a slimmer and youthful appearance to your face. 
However, air bangs can be a little hard to maintain outdoors as they can be blown out of shape easily. Girls with oily skin may also notice that their air bangs lose volume quicker than girls with normal or dry skin.  
Not sure if air bangs are suitable for you? Fret not! Air bangs can be very versatile. Sweep it to the side to create a side fringe or hide it under the rest of your hair when you want to go fringeless! 

How to cut Korean air bangs: 


Step 1 – Find out where you want your fringe to begin and comb the hair forward to create a parting 
Step 2 – Gather the pieces of hair that fall between your brows. These will become the main part of your air bangs 
Step 3 – Cut the bangs to your desired length (in between your brows and upper lashes). Next, hold your Brainbow cutting scissors (available on Party Garden) vertically and create vertical cuts — this technique is known as point cutting.
Step 4 – Section out the remaining hair to form side bangs. Imagine a diagonal line connecting your nose bridge to your jaw bone. 
Step 5 – Cut along the imaginary diagonal line to create sloping side bangs which help to cover wide jawlines to create a slimmer face. When you’re done, part the bangs to both sides, leaving a thin layer of fringe on the forehead to create wispy and natural air bangs!
Step 6 – Using a USB Heated Hair Roller (available on Fenteer1), curl your air bangs for two minutes to give your fringe volume that will last all day!

2. Choppy Bangs

Seen on: TaeYeon and Luna

(Credit: taeyeon_ss [Cropped]/ Instagram, hermosavidaluna / Instagram)This is the hairstyle to go for if you want to shave a few years off your age! Choppy bangs are making a comeback as one of the most unique Korean bangs styles. This hairstyle is suitable for girls with smaller, rounder face shapes. It brings attention to the eyes and will give you a childlike appearance. 
Choppy bangs come in many variations, for different looks. Cut them in a straight and thick manner for a high fashion, chic vibe. Go for slanted choppy bangs for a bold and funky look! Curl your choppy bangs to look feminine and cute. Or thin the Korean bangs out (so it’s choppy bangs plus air bangs) for a sophisticated and refined image. 

How to cut Korean choppy bangs : 


Step 1 – Decide where you want your fringe to begin and comb the hair forward to create a parting 
Step 2 – Position the scissors vertically and begin shortening your fringe using vertical cuts. The final length of your choppy bangs should end from the middle of your forehead to the area just above your brows. 
Step 3 – Trim the fringe to make sure the length is consistent and voila!

3. Baby Hair Bangs

Seen on: Kim Da Mi and Tzuyu (Twice)

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Do you want to look like a lovable baby? Apparently, many Korean girls do! This explains why baby hair bangs have been all the rage since the end of 2017. If you are wondering how to cut these Korean bangs, it’s pretty simple! Instead of having an actual fringe, this hairstyle makes use of your baby hair to help frame your face.
This style of Korean bangs is great for those who are developing bald patches along their hairline or for those who have an M-shaped forehead. Girls who are conscious of these features can use baby hair bangs to cover and conceal. Baby hair bangs are also great for girls who want to hide their wide forehead but do not want to commit to an actual fringe. This style gives a young and playful appearance to your face!

How to cut Korean baby hair bangs:


Step 1 – Comb all your hair back as if you’re going to tie a ponytail
Step 2 – From the centre of your forehead, create a 45-degree angle parting to the right. Use a rat tail comb (available on treeling.sg) for easier control. Repeat on the left.
Step 3 – Starting from where your brows are, grab a small section of hair (about 3 cm wide) from the side of your head. These are the hairs that will become your baby hair bangs. Using an ANLAN eyebrow razor (available on ANLAN Official Store), trim the hair in short strokes, creating gradual length to shape your face. Repeat on both sides. 
Step 4 – Style your baby hair bangs with a Pritech mini hair curler (available on Pritech Beauty Health Store Official Store) to give your baby hair bangs more volume! 

4. Curly Bangs

Seen on: Gong Soo Ah (3CE’s Model) and Song Hye Kyo

(Credit: midoricoo / Instagram, kyo1122 / Instagram)

Bored of having straight and flat bangs? Why not whip out a Philips StyleCare Curler (available on Philips Certified Store) and give your Korean bangs a perm? Curly bangs are a great way to draw attention away from a wide forehead or a huge pimple on your nose. This hairstyle also adds dimensions to your face, creating a sweet and youthful charm!
For a feminine vibe, create long curly bangs that frame your face like Song Hye Kyo. Alternatively, combine both air bangs and curly bangs together to achieve a wispy and dolly image like Gong Soo Ah! 

How to cut Korean curly bangs: 


Step 1 – Preheat your curling iron and part your fringe to your preference.
Step 2 – Grab a small section of fringe (about 3 cm wide). Using the curling iron, curl your fringe inwards (towards yourself) to create bouncy curls
Step 3 – While the hair is still hot, you can shape it into any style you want. Scrunch it for tighter, more long-lasting curls or stretch it to create loose waves. Repeat steps 2 and 3 on the rest of your fringe. 
Step 4 – Complete the look by curling the hair on the sides of your face too. They help to frame your face and make you look slimmer! For a better effect, curl them inwards. 
Step 5 – Separate the curls and arrange them to your preference. Apply hairspray to secure the curls and ensure they last all day!

5. Long Bangs

Seen on: Seo Hyun and Park Min Young

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This hairstyle is perfect for girls who have wide or short face shapes. In general, long bangs extend beyond the eyes and can sometimes reach the corners of the lips. This means that long bangs can help to lengthen and make the face narrower. 
This is one hairstyle you don’t have to fret about how to cut as the Korean long bangs is one of the simplest. Long bangs also require less maintenance than shorter bangs, which makes it a great fuss-free hairstyle for girls who want to sport Korean bangs without the hassle! 

How to cut Korean long bangs: 

For girls who do not have a fringe:
Step 1 – Part your hair forward from the middle of your head. This portion of hair will become your fringe. 
Step 2 – Depending on your preference, you can choose to part your fringe through the centre or all to one side
Step 3 – If your fringe is too long, cut it at a 45-degree angle such that the strands furthest from the face are longer than those closer to the face
For girls with shorter bangs:
Step 1 – To create long, side-swept Korean bangs, part your hair (including your fringe) into a 6:4 ratio, using a rat tail comb. Your fringe should be hidden underneath the rest of the hair.
Step 2 – Choose the side where you want your bangs to be. Section the hair before your ears, these will become your long bangs. 
Step 3 – Imagine a line connecting the corners of your mouth to your jawline. Cut your long bangs at a 45-degree angle towards your jaw, creating a gradual length for a softer look. 
Step 4 – Using the ANLAN ceramic flat iron (available on ANLAN Official Store), curl your long, side-swept Korean bangs loosely to create waves that add dimensions to your face!

6. Curtain Bangs 

Seen on: Kang HanNa and TaeYeon

(Credit: k_hanna_ [Cropped]/Instagram, taeyeon_ss / Instagram)If you are still unsure about having a Korean bangs hairstyle, the curtain bangs may be a good place to start! With a centre parting and bangs that fall around the side of your face, curtain bangs follow the shape of the Chinese character of the number eight (八). This helps to frame your face to look achieve a slimming effect!
This hairstyle exudes elegance and it’s another commonly worn style among Korean celebrities besides air bangs. You can wear it short like Kang HanNa to add a youthful vibe to this style!

How to cut Korean curtain bangs: 


Step 1 – Determine the amount of hair that is going to be your fringe and comb it forward to create a parting. Then part this portion of hair in the middle to achieve a centre parting.
Step 2 – Grab one side of your fringe with two fingers, in line with the corner of your eyes or to your desired length. Pull this portion of hair towards the opposite side.
Step 3 – With a Brainbow thinning scissors (available on Brainbow Beauty Tools Shop), cut the portion of the hair at a 45-degree angle such that the strands on your forehead are the shortest 
Step 4 – Comb your hair out and trim again if necessary. Repeat step 2 to 3 for the other portion of your fringe.
Step 5 – Curl the shorter part of your curtain bangs with a hair curler to add more volume to your curtain bangs!

7. Voluminous Side Bangs

Seen on: Yuri and Hyeri (Girl’s Day)

(Credit: yulyulk [Cropped]/Instagram, hyeri_0609 /Instagram)Enjoy wearing your hair up often? These trendy Korean side bangs will suit you! Also known as the Goddess bangs, this hairstyle frames the shape of your face with its curls. Korean side bangs has been trending since mid-2019 after being spotted on many celebrities. It’s definitely one of the most loved K-pop hairstyles right now!
Korean side bangs stay visible even when your hair is tied up, giving a feminine vibe at all times. Curl your side bangs to achieve the goddess look that many Korean girls are after! 

How to cut Korean side bangs: 


Step 1 – Section out the amount of hair that will be your bangs. Grab the portion of hair that falls between your eyebrows and cut to where the length falls just below your nose.
Step 2 – Bring together a small portion of the bangs from both sides to the centre and hold it forward. Position your scissors horizontally and cut such that the length ends slightly beyond your lips.
Step 3 – Comb out the rest of your bangs and cut the length at your chin line.
Step 4 – Part your bangs into half. Grab one side of the hair and pull it to the opposite side. Cut your bangs at a 45-degree angle such that the longest strands are furthest from your face. Repeat this step for the other side. 
Step 5 – You may notice a few strands of hair along your side line that are uncut. Trim these sections of hair to the length of the longest bangs on both sides.
Step 6 – Complete your look by adding volume with hair rollers! Curl the bulk of your bangs with a big hair roller (available on happylifes.sg) and curl the side hair (in step 5) with a small hair roller. Using your Mi Ionic hair dryer (available on Mi Official), lightly blow over the hair rollers and leave to cool for three seconds before removing them and voila!
Bonus tip – To create a sweeter look, trim your hair shorter in each of the steps! Cut the first portion of hair in step 1 to between your eyebrows and your eyes. Follow through with the rest of the steps, ensuring that there is a 45-degree angle gradient in the bangs for a softer look. This combines the look of air bangs and side bangs just like Yuri did above! 

Enjoy your new hairstyle with trendy Korean bangs

Try some of these Korean bangs for a fresh change. When it comes to cutting your own fringe, practice makes perfect! Work your magic with hair tools like hair straighteners. Feeling adventurous? Determine the best hair colour for your skin tone and dye your hair at home. Don’t forget to take care of your hair with some of the best hair masks for gorgeous, healthy locks too!
This article was updated on 22-05-2020. Additional research done by Brenda Fong.

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