When it comes to how to style short hair, many women conclude that it’s all about the cut as there are few other ways to jazz up their short manes. If you’re one of those people who thinks like that – we’re here to kind of disappoint you, cuts are very important, but there’s something else. The thing is, short hair doesn’t mean the style limit. There are many fancy hairstyles that you can try with your short tresses and we are going to prove it to you with the help of the tutorial that we have prepared. In addition, there is a list of trendy styling ideas that will interest and inspire you. Let’s take a closer look, shall we?
Messy Long Pixie Hairstyle
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When sporting a long pixie, the messier it is, the better! And when your hair is messily curled, it looks more alive and textured. Actually, this hairstyle will not take much time. The only things you need are straighteners and hairspray. The point is to pick very small strands as you curl and spritz each curl one at a time. When you’re done waving your hair, don’t forget to run your fingers through your waves to create a messy effect.
Cool pixie with undercut
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How about styling your pixie to the side? The most flattering hairstyles are always the simplest, and this idea is the proof. A hair pomade is enough to get such a cutie! Take a small amount of product and apply all over the top and style to one side. For straight hair it is better to use a water based pomade to add some shine and better hold.
Icy blonde pixie hairstyle
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Another great way to style your pixie is to brush the top back! Such a styling method gives your short hair a very voluminous yet clean silhouette. If you want to tame your fine curls, opt for a lightweight, thickening pomade for a smooth and groomed finish. Apply the product to the top and run your fingers backwards, paying attention to each layer.
How To: Style a short bob
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Do you want your short bob to look neat? See how you can add a touch of volume to your hair with a curling iron.
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- Section and section the top layer of your hair.
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- Take your iron, very gently wrap it around and walk away from your face. Make sure the iron is facing forward.
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- Lay the cropped section down and separate the Mohawk section and style the second layer in the same way.
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- To fill in the crown, take some crown sections and curve them slightly.
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- Finish off your hairstyle by sectioning off the front locks at the very edge and rolling them away from your face. PS Don’t forget heat protection and hairspray!
How To: Messy Bob Hairstyle
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- Start with clean, freshly blow-dried hair. For a better effect, apply some volumising spray to your roots, part your hair and spread the product layer by layer.
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- Cut off the top layer to curl up the sides.
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- Starting from the roots, take one strand and bend it. Then come down and do it again.
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- When you’re done with the side, cut off the opposite side and repeat the previous steps.
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- Take off the clip and curl the rest of your hair.
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- Voila! Give him a few coats of hairspray.
Braided half up hairstyle for short hair
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braided Hairstyles for short hair are fun and easy, not to mention cute. See for yourself!
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- Divide your hair in half.
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- Grab a section of hair on your side and start with a French braid.
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- Keep braiding until you reach the back of your head.
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- Secure the braid at the back with a clear elastic.
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- Repeat the process on the other side.
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- Interlop the braids at the back creating the solid braided halo crown.
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- Secure everything necessary with bobby pins and you’re all set!
Faux Bun Hairstyle
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- With your hair loose, gather the top section into a small pony at the back of your head.
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- Secure the bangs with an elastic and on the third wrap of the elastic, pull only half of your hair through.
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- Divide the rest of your hair into two sections and repeat the process so that you end up with a triangle in the back.
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- To hide the elastics, take small sections of hair and wrap them around each of the elastics, securing the sections with mini bobby pins.
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- Connect all three sections using mini bobby pins to form a large bun.
Wet-to-dry styling
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Have you found your perfect way to blow dry your pixie? Whatever your answer, you will find this tutorial very useful.
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- Before styling your wet hair, spritz with a detangler and brush your hair thoroughly.
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- Blow dry your tresses until damp and proceed to trim.
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- Section off the top section of your hair.
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- Then take a small round brush and start blow-drying one of the sides, holding a brush in one hand and a blow-dryer in the other.
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- Once the side is done, repeat the same step with the other side.
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- For extra volume, don’t release all the hair from the sectioned section at once. Instead, start loosening this section in thin layers and blow dry them one at a time.
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- From the cropped section, spread hair evenly over the sides and crown to add volume to each individual curl.
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- When your hair is dry and done, section the front and give your sides and crown some definition with just one pass of a flat iron.
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- Then repeat the same step with the front pieces.
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- For a super voluminous finish, use a flat iron to straighten the hair closest to the hairline again.
Straight short hair
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straight and short hairstyles are trendy nowadays. Aside from the fact that they’re easy to maintain, you might be surprised at the versatility they offer. In addition, short and straight hairstyles can be styled differently depending on the hair structure. If you want to add some volume and dimension to your mane, the choppy, asymmetrical cut is undoubtedly for you. But if there is too much volume, you can easily get rid of it with the help of a piecy pixie and an undercut. If neither suits you – the sleek A-bob will not go unnoticed by you, there is no way better to suit your bold yet elegant nature!
Wavy short hair
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It’s often assumed that going all in with waves is a suicide squad because there’s no way you can tame your short wavy mane. The truth is, if you choose a right cut, you have nothing to fear. But there is one more thing, short or long, the hair to be waved should be well cared for. Your hair care is all the better; the easier the styling will be. When you think of short haircuts that go well with waves, the first thing that comes to mind is a bob cut. It’s true, the combo of waves and bob seems like it was made out of heaven! Slight waves, sleek or messy – they all look exceptionally good with short bobs. Even if you have naturally straight curls, you can still pull off this hairstyle by learning how to curl short hair.
Messy Short Hair
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Trendy girls choose messy cuts, that’s the truth. Aside from the fact that you can easily roll out of bed and look like you spent hours styling your hair to achieve this look, there’s something else. Because of that relaxed and fun vibe that short messy cuts bring, it will not be that easy to stand out from the crowd. No matter what your first preference is: pixie or bob, once there are some messy layers, you will be the center of attention. To go even further – try experimenting with colour, rust tones are at the limit!
Curly short hair
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For a long time it was believed that there was no such thing as a combination of a short haircut and curly hair. This influences the choice of many curly-haired beauties, afraid of looking bad, they have been avoiding short cuts for ages. The time has come! Hair fashion proves that the mix of natural curls and short haircuts is divine, there is so much you can achieve with the help of this union. Curly bobs look extremely cute and feminine, you can use them to bring out a girly side but to stay a little edgy and not spend too much time fixing your hair – going as short as possible is an excellent one and stylish method. Think about it!
FAQ: How to style short hair
How can I style my short hair in the morning?
- Moisturizing your scalp and/or tips is like hitting the “restart” button in the morning.
- Use a pomade or a mousse, or
- To keep the combed hair in order, wrap a bandana around your head.
- Wear layered haircuts.
How do I make my hair look short?
Make a ponytail or a bun with your hair. Let the shorter layers of hair hang loose to create a short look while pulling the longer hair back and out of the way. This way, your hair will appear shorter from the front.
How to make short hair fluffy?
Apply mousse or another styling product to the roots immediately after washing. Lay your head down and dry your hair with an airflow directed against the hair. The first step to getting your hair fluffy is to wash it properly, so choose the right shampoos and thickening balms for your hair type.
