14 Long-Hair Trends That Will Have You Canceling Your Next Cut
If you haven’t gotten a haircut since The Before Times, you’re not alone. Thanks to our year-plus in isolation, longer hair is trending, and although salons are finally back in full swing (yay!), there’s a divide between those who want to keep their growth and those who are ready for a dramatic change. “It’s been interesting, and we’re actually seeing some people being more daring and favoring a shorter style,” says Ryan Trygstad, celebrity stylist and co-founder of Mark Ryan Salon in New York City. But the hard truth is that some hairstyles may require more than one haircut after all that time away. And for others, the longer hair has become the new normal.
If you are sticking with the length for the meantime (*raises hand*), the great news is that long hair has tons of versatility. “We’re absolutely loving shaggy layers for long hair,” says Trygstad. But don’t feel like you have to curl your hair to show off every layer. “It feels like we’re moving away from beachy waves and more towards early ’90s styles that are sleek and shiny,” says the stylist. But to achieve that glossy, healthy look, you'll need a couple of products to help.
“At-home hair treatments are great,” says Trygstad. “I recommend that my clients use a hair mask once a week.”
The stylist also recommends this hair rinse, which removes build-up from hair while it conditions.
Keep scrolling for 14 celebrity long hairstyles to inspire your look.
These snag-free clear elastics are just like the ones from back in the day but way less painful to take out.
A curl cream reduces frizz and lets natural texture shine through without feeling crunchy. Ouai's has the added bonus of smelling like a fancy perfume.

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Getty ImagesZendaya put her own twist on “Cher hair” at the 2021 Oscars with her ultra-long, easy waves.
A heat protectant spray is your best friend if you often reach for the straightening iron. This one will also help reduce frizz, too.
This ruched Jennifer Behr headband would look just as great with a cocktail dress as it does with athleisure (as Smalls proves).
A tail comb will help you keep your part precise.
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