The term “effortless bangs” is somewhat of an enigma.

Let it be known: Oftentimes, those wisps do not magically fall into place.

“They need some styling to look their best.”

Jamie Schneider

By pushing them side-to-side as they dry, you prevent any bends from taking shape.

Or blow-dry them downward.

Brush forward, not under.

Use your fingers for a piece-y look.

Brushes provide a smoother texture, while your fingers help maintain that piece-y look.

For an air-dry, twist them into place.

Simply separate your bangs into triangle sections, then twirl the hair around your finger piece by piece.

Pin them back.

Gently unhook the clips, finger brush your strands, and finish with a setting spray.

Use minimal product.

Use too much, and your bangs can look matted, oily, or crunchy.

Wash them frequently.

No matter yourspecific shampoo schedule, you might need to give your bangs an extra wash or two.

Plus, washing the bangs can give you a clean slateliterallyif you have any unforgiving cowlicks or bends.

You don’t even need to dunk your full head under the sprayjust wet and lather the fringe itself.

The takeaway.

Just mere minutes, and it’ll look like your fringe just so happened to dry perfectly into place.