{"id":858945,"date":"2025-09-12T20:00:00","date_gmt":"2025-09-12T17:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/?p=858945"},"modified":"2025-09-12T20:00:00","modified_gmt":"2025-09-12T17:00:00","slug":"the-pixie-haircut-still-rules-the-short-hair-category","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/?p=858945","title":{"rendered":"The Pixie Haircut Still Rules the Short Hair Category"},"content":{"rendered":"
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A Pixie Is the Short Haircut Anyone Can Pull Off<\/h1>\n<\/div>\n
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Here’s proof that this style looks good on anyone, whether you have fine, straight hair or 4C coils.<\/div>\n
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Getting a dramatic haircut is often viewed as a sign that you’re going through a major life event. That sentiment was certainly true for me. After having my first child, I felt like a different person. My perspective on so many things, including beauty, changed. So I chopped my coils into a cute little pixie cut. It was an outward transformation that reflected the internal shifts I was experiencing.<\/p>\n

A pixie is typically trimmed closer to the scalp along the sides and nape of the neck and kept slightly longer at the top, explains New York City-based hairstylist Marcos Diaz, adding that it\u2019s usually no more than two or three inches at its longest points. It\u2019s this ultra-cropped length that distinguishes a pixie from other short hairstyles, like a bob or a bixie.<\/p>\n

Long before it became a staple on today\u2019s Pinterest boards, the pixie had its share of memorable moments throughout history. Michigan-based hairstylist Jewell Hingorani says actor Audrey Hepburn helped first popularize the look in the \u201950s, especially after her role in the movie Roman Holiday.<\/em> (Her character cuts her hair into a flipped-out pixie with short bangs.)<\/p>\n

\u201cTwiggy gave it a mod [twist] in the \u201960s, then Halle Berry gave it her own glamorous take in the \u201990s,\u201d Hingorani continues. By the early aughts, It girls were giving the look an edgier spin with sharp angles and spikier textures. \u201cI\u2019ll never forget when Victoria Beckham cut her hair into a pixie around 2008,\u201d says Hingorani, who watched reputable New York City hairstylist Garren give Beckham one of her most memorable hairstyles to date. \u201cBeing in the salon and witnessing that transformation was electric. You could feel the cultural impact instantly.\u201d<\/p>\n

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Today the pixie still reigns among short hairstyles. According to Spate, the phrase \u201cpixie haircut\u201d receives an average of 1.1 million monthly searches on Google, while TikTok sees an average of 38.2 million weekly views on videos tagged with the phrase. In the pixies of 2025, \u201cwe\u2019re seeing [more] layers, longer fringes, and even playful undercuts,\u201d says Hingorani.<\/p>\n

Considering all of this, showing up at a salon and asking for \u201ca pixie\u201d could lead you in so many different directions. Instead, Diaz recommends, do your research and bring a few inspo pictures to your appointment. One crucial thing to clarify is how long you want your pixie to be. \u201cLet your stylist know if you want your ears and neckline visible or slightly veiled,\u201d he says.<\/p>\n

It\u2019s also important to consider how much time you’re willing to spend styling your hair each day. When I first cut my hair, I assumed it would save time; but while my wash days are shorter, I\u2019ve found that styling a pixie can still be time-consuming. Creating springy finger coils and shaping them just right takes me about 30 minutes. And, as with many distinct haircuts, the primary downside to the pixie is maintenance. Even if you ultimately spend less time styling in the mornings, you\u2019ll likely be making more trips to the salon. \u201cA pixie looks its best when it\u2019s freshly shaped,\u201d says Diaz, \u201cso you\u2019ll want to plan on trims every four to six weeks.\u201d<\/p>\n

Your stylist can help you decide on the length and shape of the pixie that best suits your lifestyle and desired maintenance level, but here are a few ideas to get you started.<\/p>\n

Pixie Haircut Inspiration<\/h2>\n
Side-swept pixie haircut<\/strong><\/div>\n
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Pixie haircut with long side bangs<\/strong><\/div>\n
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Pixie haircut with micro-bangs<\/strong><\/div>\n
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Curly pixie<\/strong><\/div>\n
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Coily pixie<\/strong><\/div>\n
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Pixie haircut with finger waves<\/strong><\/div>\n
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How to style a pixie cut<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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If you\u2019re working with textured hair, Diaz suggests using a leave-in conditioner (like The Potion Studio’s Rose Bomb Leave-In, which he loves) for moisture, followed by a curl cream (like All About Curls Bouncy Cream, another Diaz recommendation). Comb the cream through in sections with a Denman brush to define your curls, then \u201clet your hair air-dry for a soft finish,\u201d he says.<\/p>\n

For my coily pixie, I love the Crown Affair Leave-In Conditioner, which I apply generously after towel-drying. The lightweight, milky formula leaves my hair soft and residue-free. I follow that with the LottaBody Foaming Mousse instead of a curl cream because it gives my coils better definition and hold without any flakiness.<\/p>\n

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Those with wavy hair may benefit from adding long, loose bangs to their pixie to highlight their texture (like Joey King\u2019s whimsical pixie, above). To style a pixie haircut on wavy hair, Diaz suggests starting with a lightweight texturizing spray, like the Alterna Caviar Anti-Aging Professional Styling Perfect Texture Spray. After spritzing all over the hair, \u201cuse your hands to mold your hair into the shape you like,\u201d he says. \u201cFor a more polished finish, apply a small amount of blow-dry cream and rough-dry with a blow dryer. This keeps the texture soft and touchable.\u201d Wavy-haired Allure<\/em> editors love the Living Proof Full Thickening Blow-Dry Cream for its lightweight feel and heat protection.<\/p>\n

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A short, uniform pixie with a slight side bang is extra-flattering on those with straight hair. (Just look at Michelle Williams\u2019 neat cut.) To style it, reach for a pomade like the Kevin Murphy Pomade Nightrider or the STMNT Classic Pomade, which Los Angeles-based hairstylist Sophie Rose Gutterman swears by: \u201c[Pomades] give you hold but won’t leave hair feeling too shiny.\u201d<\/p>\n

If you\u2019re looking to add a little texture, Gutterman suggests using a beachy leave-in spray after blow-drying your hair. Use your hands to ruffle your stands to create volume and an effortlessly tousled look. Gutterman recommends the Bumble & Bumble Surf Spray, which has the right amount of grit to maintain your waves without leaving a crunchy or sticky finish.<\/p>\n

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Styling Mousse<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n
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Amazon<\/p>\n

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Texturizer<\/strong><\/div>\n
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Amazon<\/p>\n

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Discover more haircuts:<\/strong><\/p>\n

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  • The \u201890s Bixie\u2014a Hybrid of the Bob and Pixie\u2014Is the<\/em> Short Hairstyle of the Summer<\/li>\n
  • 2025’s Top Haircut Trends Are a Masterclass in Timeless Sophistication<\/li>\n
  • Your Definitive Guide to Bob Haircuts<\/li>\n
  • Fall\u2019s Biggest Hair Trends Are Subtle But Impactful<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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    Now, watch Selena Gomez answer calls from her fans:<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n

    Source URL: https:\/\/www.allure.com\/story\/pixie-haircut<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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