The Psychology Behind Why You Want Bangs Right Now

"From a holistic perspective, hair is a tool that can mirror societal changes," Salcedo explains of why he feels that bangs are resonating … "Right now, people are starting to see a lot of changes in society. In order to see, we need our eyes, and a bang accentuates them."

Beyond the relationship to the eyes, Salcedo says that a fringe can also serve as a physical representation of change that doesn't involve chopping off all your hair.

"We're all kind of in this period of change, looking within and thinking "Who am I right now?" Salcedo explains. "So the bang makes sense because it's one of the easiest makeovers that changes your hair and your energy: You can keep your long hair or you can go short, but a little bang automatically gives you a taste of a new you."