Tips for Styling a Pixie Cut

By Fawn Farley , last updated June 14, 2011

The pixie cut is a fashionable way to wear your hair this summer, and by utilizing a few tips, you can style it in a way that is spunky yet feminine. A pixie haircut is generally defined as a very short cut that often leaves a little length in the front or around the face. There are many different ways to wear a pixie cut and ways to make each pixie personalized and unique.

Whether you are new to short hair or not, get some professional help from a stylist. He or she can give you a cut that works best with your features. With the perfect pixie cut, you won't even need to style your new 'do. It's one of the benefits of such a style. You can wash it and go, and have a look that shows your carefree spirit, as well as promotes your natural beauty.

Some types of hair require a little more management. Heavily textured or curly hair may have a tendency to poof where you want it a little flatter. To resolve this issue, use a flat iron. When dry, use styling gel to move your hair into place. As the hair grows and gets a little longer, try moving the hair to one side, spray, twist, and pin to give an edgy faux-hawk look.

With many types of hair, including fine hair, a simple blow dry can be all the styling you need. Use your fingers to coax the hair into shape. If you need one, choose a finishing product that is not too greasy. Style the wisps around your face to accent your features. To add a feminine element, wear a floral hair clip or headband. Bold eye makeup and large earrings are popular accessories to wear with a pixie cut. Embrace the carefree spirit of the pixie, and your youthfulness will shine through.

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