Not only are pixie cuts surprisingly versatile, but theyre also (unsurprisingly) fairly low maintenance.
Meet the Experts
Erin Powersis a hairdresser with more than 16 years of experience.
She is based in Tucson, Arizona.
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Karie Bennett is the founder ofAtelier Salon and Studioin San Jose, California.
She has more than 30 years of experience in the hair and salon industry.
Just double-check you’re equipped with a good curl cream to keep those ringlets on lock.
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Take a note from Rihanna and add face-framing micro-bangs for extra impact.
A good molding gel and hair straightener will become your BFFs.
Spiked Pixie
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Guy Fieri-chic or a throwback to ’90s boyband frosted tips?
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You decide when it comes to Florence Pugh’s spikey platinum blonde pixie.
(Bonus points if you go white-blonde, too).
Slicked-Back
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Remember Shailene Woodleys pixie cut phase?
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(Same, we miss it).
Retro Push Back
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Try something relaxed and retro-feeling if your hair texture allows it.
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Byrdie Tip
To get Graham’s voluminous pixie, work in a dollop of thickening mousse into your roots.
Use a hairdryer and a flat brush to style your hair up over to one side.
Pair it with a deep side part and extra-short, trimmed sides, like Andy Allo.
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Think of the cut as just a bold, riskier step up from a pixie.
Long Bangs and Volume
Viola Davis proves how glam a pixie haircut can really be.
Side Part
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We love the subtle side-part in Maria Borges’s closely cropped ‘do.
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See shorter hair as an opportunity to up your makeup game too: This pink-lip andcat-eyecombination is killer.
Here, Karrueche Tran tries the look out on the red carpet with a slicked-back pixie.
To keep the hair back and in place, use hair gel and strong-hold hairspray.
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All you need is a good teasing regimenour favorite tips,right this way.
Teasing your hair from the tip to the root could cause damage.
Then, take a brush and smooth out the top layer.
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Use a texturizing cream or spray to define your pattern further.
“Pixie cut” isn’t synonymous with “nearly bald.”
In fact, “as all styles do, the pixie has a lot of personalities now.
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Face-Framing Bangs
Kate Hudson’s pixie cut is pretty much perfect.
Grown-Out Pixie
For a slightly longer take on the traditional pixie, follow Hikari Mori’s lead.
Modern Bowl-Cut
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The pixie inspiration remains in Meagan Good’s cut.
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Accessorized Pixie
Janelle Monae demonstrates that it’s possible for you to enjoyhair accessoriesat every length.
As shown here, a pixie cut provides an ideal foundation for some fun 3D pins.
While many young celebrities are wearing the look, it looks just as chic on the older set.
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Here, Jada Pinkett Smith proves how a pixie cut isreallydone.
Take a tip from Smith and give your pixie a little extra flair with her cool, twisted sideburns.
Simply use a little styling gel to help your sideburns stand out.
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(But for this article, we’ll let it fall under the latter).
A Katie Holmes-approved side part is the perfect finishing touch to this sleek ‘do.
Two-Tone
Looking for an edge?
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A good styling pomade for your layered pieces will make you feel likeCatwomanyourself.
It’s the best of both worlds.
If you have thick, coarse hair, a piece-y pixie could work perfectly for your texture andface shape.
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Just double-check you have a good texturizing spray in your back pocket.
The sideburns and slight flip of hair at the nape of her neck are chef’s kiss.
Messy Texture
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Maybe it’s bedhead, maybe it’s movie-star magic.
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Two words: effortlessly chic.
Some people prefer to go every two weeks to keep their look precise.
Either way, maintaining a pixie haircut requires frequent trips to the hair salon.
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Yes, pixie cuts work well with many different hair textures, including curly hair.
In fact, see out top picture of actress Ruth Negga for inspiration.
Also, ensure you useproducts made for curly hairto keep your curls moisturized and frizz-free.
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