Growing out buzz cuts or shaved styles can be awkward. Take inspiration from Ysaunny Brito's signature short 'do and play around with the placement of longer layers. Sweep them back off the face and to one side. As shaved bits start growing in, blend them with the longer pieces.
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Rounded Afro
We've said it before, but we'll say it again: The shape is what takes strands from looking lifeless to fabulous. This rounded haircut has a beautiful shape and shows off how thick hair is. Plus, it will work with hair as it grows longer. Just ask your hairstylist to take off any pieces that fall outside the clean shape.
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Tousled Bob
The bob is a hero hairstyle for people growing out their locks because it's adaptable and always looks sophisticated. When hair hits around the jawline, try a tousled bob. It doesn't require lots of layers, which means less cutting. The texture on the ends also gives the illusion of having more hair than you really do.
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Wet-Look Bob
When hair grows beyond the ears, we can get frustrated because we feel like we have a lot of length yet it's not actually enough to put hair up. Forget the updo for now and try a swept-back hairstyle. The wet-look texture is a cool twist on bedhead and showcases longer layers. Set it with a strong-hold hairspray so it maintains its shape. The Bumble and Bumble Strong Finish, $30, is a good option.
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Uneven Bangs
Not ready to try a mullet? We get it. A less intense style is a rounded bob with uneven bangs. It still has some edge, but it's more wearable. Plus, it's an easy look to transition hairstyles that are shorter in the front and longer in the back.
