A perm paired with curtain bangs has a lovely way of making curls feel a little more relaxed and face-framing, rather than like they’re all doing their own thing.

I’m especially fond of how the bangs can soften the overall shape while still letting the texture take center stage.

The right balance depends on curl size, length, and how much movement you like around your face, so there’s more variety here than you might expect.

These 23 permed looks offer plenty of inspiration, from gentle bends to bouncier curls, with curtain bangs bringing each style its own personality.

Short Curly Bob With Curtain Bangs

The short bob sits around the ears and nape, with loose curls building a rounded shape through the sides and crown. A center part lets the curtain bangs sweep outward, leaving the forehead open while shorter pieces curve toward the cheeks.

I’d keep the curl pattern a little relaxed so the fringe blends into the rest of the cut rather than looking separate. The natural brunette color also makes the layered shape easy to see without distracting from the curls.

Tousled Bob With Curtain Bangs

A chin-length bob with loose, tousled waves gives this perm idea a relaxed shape. The curtain bangs part at the center and blend into longer pieces around the cheeks, while the ends curl out slightly to keep the cut from looking too rounded.

I’d keep the finish a little undone so the wave pattern stays visible rather than turning into tight, uniform curls. The highlighted blonde pieces also pick up the bends through the layers, which helps show off the shape.

Shoulder-Length Perm With Wispy Curtain Bangs

Wispy curtain bangs part gently at the center and blend into loose, shoulder-length curls. The layers keep the shape from feeling heavy, while the chestnut brown color brings out the texture through the ends.

I like that the fringe stays light, so it can sit softly around the eyes without taking over the rest of the haircut. A loose, natural finish suits this shape, especially if you want your perm to have definition without looking overly set.

Long Layered Perm With Curtain Bangs

Long layers give these loose, defined curls a cascading shape, while the curtain bangs blend into the pieces around the cheeks. The dark brunette base keeps the lighter caramel ribbons noticeable through the lengths.

I’d keep the curl pattern relaxed rather than tightly set so the layers stay easy to see. A center part also lets the fringe fall naturally to either side.

Shoulder-Length Wavy Perm With Center-Parted Curtain Bangs

A center part lets the curtain bangs sweep out into the longer waves, while loose layers keep this shoulder-length cut from forming a solid shape. The texture looks relaxed rather than tightly curled, so the ends sit softly around the collarbone.

I’d keep the finish a little tousled to let the fringe blend into the sides instead of looking separate from the rest of the cut. It’s a useful shape to consider if you want a perm with visible texture but still like wearing your hair around shoulder length.

Short Layered Permed Bob With Curtain Bangs

The cropped bob has a rounded, lifted shape, with choppy layers that keep the back and sides from looking too solid. Wispy curtain bangs part loosely at the center and blend into longer pieces beside the face.

I’d keep the styling a little tousled so the natural-looking bends stay visible rather than making every section too neat. The warm brown highlights also pick out the layers without taking attention away from the cut.

Shoulder-Length Perm With Feathered Curtain Bangs

A loose, shoulder-length perm gives this cut a soft, rounded shape, while the center-parted curtain bangs sweep into the curls along the cheeks. The layered ends keep the curls from forming one solid block of volume.

I’d keep the finish airy rather than tightly defined so the fringe blends naturally with the rest of the perm. It’s a nice option if you want visible curl and face-framing pieces without going for a shorter bob.

Long Shaggy Perm With Curtain Bangs

A loose, shoulder-grazing shag gives this perm its full, tousled shape, while the curtain bangs sweep into longer pieces around the cheeks. The dark brown base and caramel streaks make the layers easier to see without changing the natural-looking finish.

I’d keep the styling a little undone so the waves don’t lose their airy shape. A light curl cream can help define the bends, especially through the face-framing layers.

Chin-Length Curly Perm With Side-Swept Curtain Bangs

Loose curls give this chin-length bob a rounded shape, while the longer front pieces part near the center and sweep softly across the forehead. The copper-red color makes the curl pattern especially noticeable without changing the simple shape.

I’d keep the finish slightly relaxed so the curls can sit naturally around the cheeks. If you’re considering a perm, ask for a curl size and fringe length that work with your own texture, since the front pieces can spring up more than expected.

Long Layered Perm With Sweeping Curtain Bangs

Long layers keep these loose curls from forming one heavy shape, while the center-parted curtain bangs sweep into the face-framing pieces. Warm blonde highlights pick out the bends in the medium-brown hair.

I’d keep the finish relaxed rather than making every curl too uniform. A loose, brushed-out perm lets the layers fall naturally and keeps the long shape from feeling overly set.

Half-Up Wavy Perm With Curtain Bangs

The half-up shape keeps the shoulder-length waves loose while gathering a small section at the back. Long curtain bangs blend into the front layers, so the wave pattern stays soft around the cheeks instead of looking sharply separated.

I’d keep the curl finish a little relaxed here, with the highlights picked up through the bends rather than curled into uniform ringlets. It’s a nice option if you want a perm with some shape at the crown but still like wearing most of your hair down.

Low Updo With Curled Curtain Bangs

Curled curtain bangs sweep away from a soft center part, with loose tendrils left out to curve along the cheeks. The rest of the hair is gathered into a low, relaxed updo, keeping the focus on the face-framing pieces.

I like this version for showing how a perm can shape both the fringe and the loose strands around the neck. A few curls left free keep the updo from looking too neat, while the pinned-back shape keeps the overall style tidy.

Medium-Length Wavy Perm With Curtain Bangs

The loose waves fall around the shoulders, while long curtain bangs part near the center and blend into the face-framing layers. The shape keeps some fullness through the sides without looking overly set.

I’d keep the finish a little relaxed so the separate waves stay visible around the ends. This is a nice option if you want a perm with movement but prefer to keep your length.

Short Textured Pixie With Side-Swept Curtain Bangs

A short, softly layered pixie keeps the neckline neat while the longer top and sides form loose, airy curls. The sweeping fringe parts near the center and falls across the forehead, giving this cropped shape a little extra movement.

I’d keep the curl definition light so the layers stay separated rather than turning into one rounded shape. The blonde highlights also pick up the bends in the hair and make the texture easier to see.

Long Perm With Center-Parted Curtain Bangs

Long, glossy waves give this perm a full shape, while the center-parted curtain bangs open gently around the eyes. The longer layers keep the curls from forming one heavy outline and let the ends fall in loose, defined bends.

I’d keep the finish soft rather than tightly set, so the fringe blends into the waves along the cheeks. A dark auburn shade also makes the different curves in the hair easy to see.

Wavy Bob With Wispy Curtain Bangs

Wispy curtain bangs split softly at the center and blend into this chin-to-shoulder-length bob. Loose waves give the ends a gently flipped shape, while the dark brown color keeps the layers subtle.

I’d keep the curl pattern relaxed so the fringe stays light rather than forming a heavy line across the forehead. It’s a nice option if you want a permed shape with some texture but prefer a softer finish.

Long Layered Perm With Curtain Bangs

Long, loose curls give this perm a full silhouette, while long layers keep the shape from looking too heavy. The curtain bangs part near the center and blend into the shorter pieces around the cheeks.

I’d keep the styling a little relaxed so the layers can fall in different directions rather than forming one uniform curl pattern. The warm brown highlights also help pick out the bends through the ends.

Blonde Layered Bob With Curtain Bangs

Loose waves give this shoulder-length bob a tousled shape, while shorter layers keep the ends from sitting too heavily. The long, sweeping curtain bangs blend into the sides and soften the part around the face.

I’d keep the finish a little undone so the layers stay easy to see. The blonde pieces also pick up the bends through the front, making the fringe feel connected to the rest of the cut.

Long Curly Perm With Curtain Bangs

Long, defined curls give this perm plenty of length, while the curtain bangs part gently near the center and blend into the face-framing layers. The warm brown color picks up lighter tones through the curls, making their shape easy to see.

I’d keep the front layers long enough to tuck into the rest of the curls, so the fringe feels connected to the overall shape. It’s a nice option if you want a full, curly silhouette without giving up length.

Short Rounded Permed Bob With Curtain Bangs

A softly rounded shape gives this short bob plenty of curl from the crown down to the nape. The curtain bangs part near the center and blend into longer pieces around the cheeks, so the front stays connected to the rest of the cut.

I’d keep the curls loose and separated rather than brushing them out, which helps the layered shape stay defined. Subtle warm brown highlights pick up the bends in the dark hair without taking attention away from the cut.

Long Blonde Braid With Curtain Bangs

The long braid keeps the hair gathered to one side, while the loose curtain bangs curve around the cheeks. Darker roots show through the blonde lengths, giving the braid a relaxed, blended finish.

I like the contrast between the tidy braid and the loose pieces around the face. For a permed version, keeping those front sections softly waved can carry the texture through even when the rest of the hair is braided.

Messy High Bun With Curtain Bangs

The loose high bun keeps the hair gathered while curled tendrils and long curtain bangs soften the shape around the face. Honey-blonde highlights stand out against the darker roots and pick up the bends in the pieces left down.

I’d keep the bun a little undone so it feels in step with the loose curls, rather than pulling everything tight. It’s a handy way to wear permed hair up while still showing off its texture.

Long Chestnut Perm With Face-Framing Curtain Bangs

Long, loose curls give this chestnut-brown perm a full shape, while the curtain bangs part softly at the center and blend into the longer layers. The warm highlights pick up along the waves, making the layered ends easy to see.

I’d keep the fringe airy rather than too short, so it connects naturally with the curls around the cheeks. A little definition through the lengths helps the waves hold their shape without making the overall style feel too set.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Will curtain bangs still look good with a perm? A: Yes, especially with a loose or soft perm that gives the bangs a gentle bend. Ask your stylist to keep the curl looser around your face so the fringe doesn’t spring up shorter than you expect.

Q: Can I get a perm if I already have color-treated hair? A: Often, but your stylist should check your hair’s condition first. If it feels dry or fragile, give it time to recover before adding more chemical processing.

Q: How do I style curtain bangs after washing my hair? A: While they’re damp, part them down the middle and dry each side away from your face with your fingers or a round brush. A little curl cream can help define the perm without weighing down the fringe.

Q: How often will I need to trim the bangs? A: Plan for a trim every few weeks if you want them to stay out of your eyes. You can also ask your stylist to cut them long enough to grow out softly between appointments.