One haircut or hairstyle can completely transform your look, faster than makeup or a new outfit. Whether you’re contemplating going shorter, getting layers, changing up your color, or just getting bangs, never underestimate the power that changing your hair can have when it comes to your entire look. Since celebs are constantly tinkering with their appearances to stay on trend or show a different side of themselves, they serve as the best inspiration sometimes when we’re trying to settle on a great hairstyle.
Ready to be wowed by some of the best before-and-after hair transformations, courtesy of a few gorgeous celebs? Here are 13 transformations we’re keeping in mind the next time we make salon appointments.
Ariana Grande
Ariana's trademark ponytail was iconic. But the day she removed it, we all collectively sighed — by simply changing things up and wearing her hair down, we got to see a less styled side of the star and the result was refreshing and natural.
Lupita Nyong'o
Who needs long hair when you have confidence? Lupita is practically a spokesperson for the classic pixie — it brings out her stunning features.
Aubrey Plaza
Aubrey Plaza has worn her dark hair in a few different ways over the years, including super long with layers and in a lob. But it's her take on the Italian bob that she sported a few years ago that instantly upped her chic quotient.
Demi Lovato
Proving that some people were born to rock short hair, Demi Lovato cut thick bangs and a bixie and brought all the mystery to her look.
Rihanna
A super-star hair chameleon, Rihanna isn't afraid to play around with cuts and color. One of our favorites is this chic cherry-cola lob.
Emma Roberts
Actress Emma Roberts was beautiful as a blonde, but when she darkened her hair, she gained an air of sophistication that set her apart in Hollywood.
Hailey Bieber
Hailey Bieber's bob is the stuff of legends. The moment she cut her hair she looked more sophisticated and elegant. It's a cut that really works for her facial features and style.
Keke Palmer
It takes bravery and a bit of a wild spirit to go super-short, but Keke Palmer has both traits locked down. And she looks so fabulous with this lavender pixie.
Dakota Johnson
You could argue that there was a Dakota Johnson before bangs and a Dakota Johnson after bangs. As beautiful as she looks both ways, there's no denying her bangs are a trademark.
Jessica Alba
If you've been following Jessica Alba since the '90s you know her hair was once very dark. Lightening up her locks and trying a lob on for size brought out her beautiful natural glow and suits her so well.
Beyoncé
Beyonce played with short bangs, leaving the rest of her hair styled in long waves. The result: she looks youthful and sweet.
Mindy Kaling
Mindy Kaling really came into her own after The Office — and her hair followed suit. She went from long from to lob and it looks gorgeous on her.
Zoë Kravitz
The stunning actress and model often changes her hair, and it always looks glam and just slightly cutting edge, which suits her perfectly. Her turn as a blonde bombshell with a wolf-cut bob is equal parts cool and sophisticated.
