Hair Care
8 Things to Know Before Getting a Curly HaircutWhether you're going for the chop or just getting a trim, here's how to get perfectly cut curls every time |
Keep your specific curl type in mind Not all curly hair is the same. Curly hair types and textures run the gamut of shapes and sizes, from loose waves to kinky curls. Hair that's on the wavier end of the spectrum has a tendency to fall flat around the crown, says Long, so that is where the majority of the shaping and cutting will occur.
If your curls are on the kinkier side, Long recommends stylists use zero tension (i.e. no tugging or pulling). "The slightest bit of tension while dry cutting tighter curls and zigzags will greatly affect the finished shape and length."
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If your curls are on the kinkier side, Long recommends stylists use zero tension (i.e. no tugging or pulling). "The slightest bit of tension while dry cutting tighter curls and zigzags will greatly affect the finished shape and length."
SEE NEXT PAGE: Be clear about working your angles