What Are Surfer Curtains? Getting This TikTok Look

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Find your next hairstyle with these surfer curtain ideas

Co-authored by Raven Minyard, BA Reviewed by Jasmin Todd

Last Updated: June 17, 2024 Fact Checked

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If you’re a fan of 90s fashion, surfer curtains may be the haircut for you. These curtain bangs are tousled and beachy, just like those of your favorite 90s boy bands and actors. In this article, we’ll teach you everything you need to know about surfer curtains, including what they are, how to cut and style them, and the best surfer curtain hairstyle inspiration.

Styling the Surfer Curtain Hairstyle

Ask a stylist for curtain bangs and part your hair down the middle. While your hair is wet or damp, scrunch a styling cream into your hair, paying special attention to your bangs. Add a volumizing spray and a sea salt spray, and scrunch the same way. Allow your hair to dry to achieve the tousled, 90s look.

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What are surfer curtains?

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   Surfer curtains are a hairstyle inspired by 90’s heartthrobs. This trendy, mainly male, hairstyle consists of tousled curtain bangs and a middle part, with voluminous, beachy texture. Surfer curtains are typically a mid-length haircut but can look great on any hair length or texture.

   • Though surfer curtains are mostly viewed as a male haircut, anyone can rock this look regardless of gender.
   • Surfer curtains gained popularity after TikTok user James Edward posted about them. 90s-inspired fashion is currently all the rage, and this hairstyle is no exception.
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How to Get Surfer Curtains

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   Ask your stylist for curtain bangs. In order to achieve surfer curtains, you need to have the right haircut. Bring some inspiration photos to your stylist and work together to determine the best cut for your hair type and face shape. For the standard surfer curtain look, ask for face-framing curtain bangs at the cheekbone.

   • If you have experience cutting hair, try cutting your own curtain bangs to save money.
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   Start with wet hair. It’s typically best to style your surfer curtains right after you wash your hair, as you’ll be adding product to it. Styling surfer curtains can be a little different depending on your hair type. In general, though, your hair should be wet or damp.

   • If your hair is straight or mostly straight: style your hair before drying it at all.
   • If your hair is curly or wavy: towel dry it so it’s a bit damp before styling.
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   Part your hair and add a styling cream. Part your hair down the middle so your bangs frame your face correctly, or part it slightly off-center for a more natural look. Choose your preferred styling cream and scrunch it into your hair. Pay special attention to your curtain and push the hair forward at the root, slightly twisting it away from your face.

   • If your hair needs a little extra volume, now is also the time to add a volumizing spray. This will help finer, straighter hair, and may not be necessary for curly hair. Scrunch the spray into your hair like you did the styling cream.
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   Add a sea salt spray and let your hair dry. The sea salt spray will give you that beachy look you’re going for. Simply spray it throughout your hair and scrunch it as it dries.

   • If you have straight hair: either allow your hair to air dry or use a hair dryer.
   • If you have curly hair: it’s usually best to let your hair air dry.
   • Depending on how curly your hair is, sometimes towel drying it and applying sea salt spray will be enough to get your desired look. Test out different styling methods to see what works best for you.
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Surfer Curtain Hairstyle Ideas

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   Choose a mid-length cut to boost volume. Mid-length surfer curtains are popular for a reason; they give you that traditional 90s look while adding volume to your hair. If you have a lot of hair, this cut gives you the body you need to make it shine.
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   Go for long curtains for a more feminine look. This look is great for women or anyone who wants to embrace their feminine side. Add long layers to your hair while still maintaining that curtain bang shape. If your hair naturally has some wave to it, this look will be easy to style. Plus, the longer your hair, the more you look like an actual surfer!
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   Choose short surfer curtains to frame your face. If you’re also a fan of the wolf cut, shorter surfer curtains may be the style for you. This look is cropped, with a soft fringe that frames your face. Since your hair is mostly the same length, this style is also super easy to grow out.
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   Flip out your ends for a tousled look. If you have straight hair, this is a great way to give your surfer curtains the added texture they need. Flip the ends of your hair out away from your face and tease your roots to get some extra volume.
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   Get a boyfriend bob for a sleeker style. If you like the 90s heartthrob aesthetic but want something with a little less volume, consider the boyfriend bob. The style resembles surfer curtains but longer and with no layers. While this style can be worn by any gender, it’s mainly been adopted by women.
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• When scrunching your hair, try doing it upside down to add even more volume to your hair.
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