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13 Insane Before and After Hair Transformations to Inspire Your Next Cut and Color

Nina Aghadjanian

May 1, 2020

One of our favorite things to repost on the ‘gram, a dramatic before and after hair transformation has the power to encourage a trip to the salon. So if you’re scrolling and Pinning your way to your next haircut or color, allow the insane before and after hair transformations here to help inspire your next look. Warning: photos in the gallery ahead may or may not make you get a major mane makeover.

Banged

A set of wispy bangs is your best hair accessory when looking to frame and elongate the face.

Photo: @salsalhair
A Wash-and-Wear That Wows

The right curly haircut and color can transform weighed-down curls to a buoyant wash-and-go. Ask your stylist for lots of shape and maybe curly fringe.

Photo: @gethaiya
Shoulder-Length Lob

Long hair is all fun and games until you have to detangle it after the shower. Take a few inches off to aim for a shoulder-length lob that brings attention to the face.

Photo: @davidenychair
Length

When you're tired of waiting to see results from hair supplements and oils, consider adding extensions for luscious length and fullness.

Photo: @chaviv_hair
Night and Day

Switching from a black to bronde (blonde and brunette) hue takes patience but with the right colorist, you'll enjoy a bright effortless color without sacrificing the integrity of the hair.

Photo: @lizhaven
Low Maintenance Color

If you're looking for a low maintenance hair color that doesn't require monthly touchups, let this rooty bronde balayage inspire your next look.

Photo: @jordangabeeee
Curly to Smooth

We're all for embracing our natural texture but if you're going through a glass hair phase, go for a non-toxic keratin treatment to mimic the softness of this next-level blow dry.

Photo: @helandloul
Short Hair Transition

Roots are for trees! Case in point: this grown-out blonde to dusty, ashy brown. Ask your stylist for subtle highlights to brighten the look. And let's not forget about the chop. If you're coming from long locks, ease your way into the short hair life with a lob.

Photo: @soraverly
Better Air Dry

Long layers can prove time consuming if you style your hair everyday. A one-length Brigitte Bardot-esque shag allows for a quicker style or wash-and-wear.

Photo: @salsalhair
Cheekbone-Accentuating Bob

Instantly enhance your cheekbones and eyes with a blunt, chin-grazing bob like this one.

Photo: @alexusestellehair
Virgin Hair Upgrade

Getting your virgin locks colored can feel scary but this natural sun-kissed transformation is proof that the result can be blindingly beautiful and non-damaging.

Photo: @lizhaven