Meet the Experts

What Is a Hush Cut?

A hush cut is all about embracinglayers.

The weight on top is maintained and creates movement throughout the mid-lengths and ends of the hair."

HoYeon Jung

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To date, the term “hush cut” has84 million views and counting on TikTok.

“I first noticed the hush cut on TikTokit’s become pretty huge,” Dunning shares.

Do Hush Cuts Work for All Hair Types?

Wendy from Red Velvet with a hush cut and wispy bangs

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Hush cuts are a versatile style that can work for a variety of people.

However, you might have to tweak the haircut if you havesuperfineorcurly hair.

Dunning also cautions against getting a hush cut if you have fine, straight hair.

Billie Eilish with platinum blonde hush cut

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It also can’t hurt to show inspo pics.

As far as maintenance goes, you’ll want to getregular trims.

“Hush cuts are designed to be low maintenance in mind,” Kim says.

Jenna Ortega in a black sheer blouse with a piecey hush cut and choppy bangs

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“The subtle layers and versatile styling options allow for effortless day-to-day wear.

Regular trims every eight to 10 weeks will help maintain the shape and prevent split ends.”

A wolf cut features short, choppy layers with disconnected length.

Rihanna in a red bra with choppy fringe

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It features layers and texture but they blend it bit better with the rest of the hair.