Curly hair requires special care and daily styling. Cut your hair short to save time in the morning curly curls... But the haircut should be designed in an original way and be combined with the shape of the face, highlight the advantages and hide the flaws. To make the right choice, you need to take a closer look at the types of hairstyles suitable for wavy hair.
Features of the choice of haircuts for wavy hair
Curly hair is more difficult to care for than straight or curly hair.
This type of hair has the following disadvantages:
- hair is very tangled;
- become fluffy;
- difficult to do styling;
- after straightening with an iron, in wet weather, straight strands are folded back into curls;
- wavy hair is more prone to drying out than other types;
- many split ends are formed.
A properly chosen haircut will help to make the hairstyle neat, hide all the disadvantages and make the advantages more noticeable. To make the right choice, you need to be guided by 3 important individual parameters of wavy curls.
By hair structure
Fine curls and wavy hair are two different types. The former are denser, more elastic, while the latter have a soft and loose texture. The scales are not tightly closed. If you examine a wavy hair under a microscope, then its surface will be porous and uneven. That is why curls often get tangled and fluffy.
The hair follicle (bulb) has an oblong shape, due to which the hair changes direction of growth several times during its life.
Basically, this type of hair is more oily at the skin and dry at the ends. To keep your hairstyle neat and well-groomed, hairdressers recommend not to grow wavy hair too long. The maximum length is up to the shoulders. This option will simplify the haircut, and prevent brittleness and tangling.
By the type of curls
Wavy hair is divided into 4 types according to the degree of curl curl:
Hair type | Characteristic |
S-shaped | In winter, hair looks smooth, without curls. They have good gloss. Since childhood, they curl closer to the ends. Almost do not push. |
Wavy | They begin to curl in adolescence. The tips are very fluffy and dry. In winter, the hair is tighter to the head and looks unkempt. |
Curls Botticelli | Curly since childhood. They look like separate, thin strands. In winter, the curls become denser and more elastic. The shorter the haircut, the shallower the waves. |
Cherub curls | Wavy since infancy. They grow slowly and split strongly. The structure is soft and lightweight. It is difficult to style because any hairstyle disintegrates quickly. |
Sometimes it is difficult to correctly determine the type of hair from the characteristics on your own.
To do this, hairdressers came up with the idea of measuring the curl of the curl. You need to stretch the strand so that it becomes even and measure its length. Mark the point where the tip was, for example, with your finger on the shoulder. Then release the curl so that it takes a natural position and fix the distance between its end and the marked point.
Hair type | Twist degree | Centimeters |
S-shaped | 2a | 2-6 cm |
Wavy | 2b | 6-10 cm |
Curls Botticelli | 2c | 12-18 cm |
Cherub curls | 3a | 18-25 cm |
For wavy hair, it is recommended to do short haircuts, but their appearance depends on the degree of curl of the curl. For example, step cuts are suitable for 2a and 2b. For curls of type 2c, a straight cut is suitable, and curls of a cherub look good in asymmetry.
By face shape
A good haircut is able to visually correct flaws, and emphasize the advantages of the face contour. For owners of a round face, it is recommended to do a haircut with strands that will hide chubby cheeks. The main volume should be in the area of the crown to make the face a little longer.
For an oval shape, hairstyles with a straight parting and bangs that reach the middle of the ear are suitable.
Square shapes will become smoother if you make a side parting and leave long strands covering the cheekbones. Triangular outlines are in good harmony with bangs and even parting. In addition to the shape of the face, you need to pay attention to the features of your appearance. A properly chosen haircut will be able to visually correct the size of the nasal wings or focus on the eyes and lips.
How not to get a haircut?
Short haircuts for wavy hair are performed following 4 basic rules:
- "No" to thinning! This technique can make dry ends look fluffier than they were before the hair was cut. Filtered hair will look messy in your hairstyle. Wavy hair is always cut straight, in rare cases a slight graduation is allowed.
- "No" too short haircut! This only applies to curl type 3-a. Hair that is too short will stick out strongly in different directions. The hairstyle will have no shape.
- "No" to the short first layer! When creating a step cut, do not cut the top part of the hair too short. It is better to use the opposite technique and sell volume to the hair by shortening the lower layers.
- "No" to work with wet hair! The curls are strongly stretched from the severity, and when the hair dries, the strands will shrink to their natural state and become shorter by a few cm. Stylists say that light moisturizing from a spray bottle or applying a mild conditioner is acceptable.
When creating a haircut, it is recommended to use a comb with rare teeth and an antistatic coating.
Short haircuts for wavy hair without styling for every day. New for 2024
Frequent styling with irons and various fixing products spoils the condition of the hair and takes a long time. To get rid of this problem, you need to choose a beautiful haircut for wavy curls, which will become an adornment to your everyday look. Below is a description of the short hairstyles that are trending this year.
Pixie
In English it means "forest fairy" or "elf". The haircut is considered universal because it suits all face shapes and for any age. There are several design options that will help hide the disadvantages and emphasize the advantages of each of the forms.
In the classic version, "Pixie" is a short hairstyle with a voluminous crown, long bangs and open ears. The back of the head is the shortest part of the haircut. For wavy hair, this option is relevant, because it is on the back of the head that tangles are most often formed that are difficult to calculate.
For each type of face, you need to make small adjustments to the haircut.
Face shape | Accent in the hairstyle |
Oval | Volumetric temporal lobe and bangs |
A circle | Top volume, asymmetrical bangs to cheekbones |
Square | Oblique long bangs |
Triangle | Volume at the crown |
Pixie is not suitable for girls with small facial features. Not recommended for obese women, as well as for those with thin eyebrows with a drooping eyelid.
Garson
This haircut is suitable for both young girls and mature women over 50. In the classic version of the hairstyle, volume is created at the top of the head, the face is covered with long bangs.The ears remain open and the back of the head is trimmed short. For wavy hair, it is recommended to choose a medium length haircut.
Curly strands that are too short can be difficult to style. "Garson" on straight hair is milled, for wavy curls, the master selects a different method of creating "torn" bangs.
The peculiarity of the "garcon" hairstyle is the ability to change the styling. Long bangs can be put with a mohawk using a gel. This option is suitable for creating a rebellious, daring image. If you want to open your face, then you can easily pin the bangs with a hair clip.
The type of bangs in the garcon can vary depending on the type of face:
Face shape | Bang type |
Oval | Short |
A circle | Long |
Square | Oblique |
Triangle | Asymmetric |
The haircut is not suitable for women with large facial features, broad shoulders and a short neck.
Tiered short bob
The hairstyle looks especially good on curls of type 2a and 2b. These hair types tend to become straighter and lose volume in winter. A layered bob can hide this flaw. Short haircuts for wavy hair save their owner from the daily waste of time for styling.
The "bob" hairstyle does not require special care. In a multilevel version, the hair is cut shorter from the bottom than from the top, due to this, the volume on the back of the head and the top of the head increases and the means for giving an additional effect become unnecessary. In this haircut, the hair is shortest at the back of the head. Long strands remain on the face, which will help hide chubby cheeks or high cheekbones.
The transitions between long hair are smooth. In general, the hairstyle has smooth, rounded outlines.
To hide minor imperfections in the shape of the face, you can make bangs of a special shape.
Face shape | Bang type |
Oval | Straight |
A circle | Thick, ragged, with a comb to the side |
Square | Asymmetric |
Triangle | Long |
Chubby girls with chubby cheeks need to consult a stylist who will take into account all the features of the face and advise the correct haircut option. The layered bob is able to emphasize the fullness of the cheeks.
Graduated A-shaped bob
The hairstyle differs from the previous one in sharper transitions in length and torn, angular bangs. This option is suitable for young girls or slender women under 45. The haircut looks good on highlighted wavy hair. An A-shaped bob is called because of the peculiarity of the bangs. It is cut along oblique lines, gradually going down to the lower level of the haircut.
The hairstyle goes well with different types of parting. Looks good on curls like 3-a.
Square
This haircut is considered the most versatile in relation to the type of curl of wavy curls. In the trends of this and next year, there will be a variant of a square without bangs, with a parting that divides the hair into 2 parts, with an even cut at the bottom. The hairstyle is suitable for every age.
She gives the image of femininity, romance and at the same time makes it laconic and strict. The ideal length for curly curls is chin or shoulder length. For wavy hair, "square" is the best option. Because a haircut allows you to do different styling.
The table contains options that will hide the flaws of various facial features:
Plump cheeks and prominent cheekbones | Side parting |
Angular facial features | Side comb |
Narrow forehead | Comb back |
Girls with a short neck should choose a slightly elongated version of the "square".
Fouette
Short haircuts for wavy hair can look like it took a long time to style. "Fouette" is on this list and looks nice and neat on curly hair. It is suitable for all types of curls, but looks especially good on hair types 2c and 3a.
The unusual effect of styling hair is obtained due to a smooth stepwise transition from short hair to long hair. In the upper part of the head, the strands are cut short, and then, layer by layer, their length increases, as if in a spiral.The lower strands can be up to the chin and slightly below.
The haircut is suitable for all face types because it has several styling options:
Open forehead | With a hair dryer and varnish, comb the front strands back |
Closed forehead | Make a side parting and fix one side of the bangs with varnish |
Protruding hair | The strands are straightened with an iron and the ends are lubricated with gel |
"Fuete" grows quickly and takes on a careless look. Every 5-8 weeks it is necessary to make a haircut correction.
Gavroche
The haircut combines short and long hair. The longest part remains on the back of the head, and the short hair on top. A bang is required. It can be oblique, asymmetrical, or triangular. For middle-aged women, a haircut with soft transitions is recommended, and for young girls, an option with sharp, graduated ends is suitable.
To correct the shape of the face, haircuts are performed in different ways.
Face shape | Haircut features |
Oval | Classic version |
A circle | Strands fall on the face from short to long |
Triangle | Long strands at the temples, oblique bangs |
Square | Long temporal locks |
Styling can be made more rebellious by using wax. For a business look, the strands are pulled back, warming up with a hairdryer.
Afro-style
This haircut is suitable for owners of 3a curls. From below, along the perimeter of the head, all strands are cut shortly, and from above there is a lush "hat" of curly strands. An asymmetric haircut is considered a more eccentric option. Then the strands will be of uneven length. The hairstyle will be airy and voluminous.
The swift is suitable for any face shape. Large or small features also do not play a special role. Auto-style looks good on girls with a thin neck and sloping shoulders.
Shaggy
"Shaggy" is a short graduated haircut. She creates a casual yet stylish look. Suitable for all ages. Looks especially good on hair types 2-a and 2-b because it gives volume to the upper part of the head.
For each type of face, small adjustments are made to the classic haircut:
Face shape | Haircut features |
Oval | Bangs just below the eyebrows |
A circle | No bangs, with long temples close to the face |
Triangle | The volume is shifted from the crown to the whiskey |
Square | Make the edging in a semicircle |
The haircut is combined with any kind of bangs.
Sesson
The strands are cut at a certain degree, removing the length of the lower strands. Due to this technique. Hair gains good volume and keeps its shape.
"Sesson" differs from other types of short haircuts by a semicircular, even edging at the bottom. The hairstyle is suitable for women with thick hair type 2-a and 2-b. On wavy curls of other types, the hairstyle will look slightly sloppy. This option is suitable only for young girls. Sesson can be combined with any type of face. For a round shape and chubby cheeks, it is recommended to make the bangs oblique.
Torn ends
Short haircuts for wavy hair are graduated to give the hairstyle a bold and bold look. This type of haircut is suitable for young slender girls. Short "equal" strands can highlight the flaws of the round face shape, as well as visually reduce the head and spoil the image of a curvy girl.
Asymmetry
Asymmetrical short haircuts are considered versatile. They are suitable for any age and body type. They harmonize with every face shape and do not require special care. On wavy hair, they look stylish and give the image of tenderness and rebellion at the same time. Haircuts made on hair types 2-c and 3-a look especially good.
Options with bangs
Correctly trimmed bangs will help hide imperfections. For wavy hair, all options are suitable for every day, except for straight straight bangs. It can only be done with correct, neat facial features, and can be styled daily using additional tools. Unruly wavy curls cannot lie in one direction all the time.
Short haircut with shaved temples
This option is suitable for young girls with a graceful neck.Shaved whiskey accentuates the ears and cheeks. Therefore, for chubby women, you need to make a long oblique bangs. Curly hair creates volume in the upper part of the head, reminiscent of a mohawk, which visually stretches the face. Can be shaved on both sides or one.
The latter option allows you to style your hair in such a way as to hide the shaved part.
Short haircut with a shaved head
A haircut with a shaved head is suitable for those with fine and very tangle-free hair. In front, strands are left long to the chin, and closer to the back of the head, the haircut is gradually shortened. A sharp transition is made between the long hair and the shaved part in the back, which is hidden under the hanging strands.
Short haircut with shaved temples and nape
This haircut is considered extravagant and bold. Suitable for young girls with tanned skin and dark hair. On top of the wavy strands, volume and long oblique bangs are added. This option is not suitable for chubby girls. Oval and triangular are considered suitable shapes for such a haircut.
Shaved patterns for creative short haircuts
On the shaved temples or the back of the head, you can make a variety of patterns and patterns. They will look good on naturally dark hair. For blondes, you can paint the shaved parts with dark paint so that the drawing is visible.
What can be shaved patterns:
- Geometric - stripes, triangles, arrows.
- Graphic - stars, zigzags, flowers and other patterns.
- Intricate patterns with many small elements and curls.
To create extravagant and creative hairstyles, you can paint shaved designs in different colors, emphasizing this part of the hairstyle even more.
For wavy hair, it's easy to find the right short haircut. The main thing is to take into account the features of the face, its shape and the degree of curl of the curl. It is better to entrust the creation of the selected haircut to professional hairdressers, because cutting curly curls on your own is more difficult than straight ones.
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