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Be the envy of the salon with these flattering hairstyles for curly hair.
Key Takeaways
- Layers and bangs enhance volume and texture, making curls more defined and dynamic.
- A textured pixie or shag cut adds personality and works well with all curl types.
- Embracing natural curls highlights their beauty and creates a bold, confident look.
Big, Southern, curly hair is both a blessing and a curse. Those with naturally straight hair may occasionally ask for curls at the salon to add body or interest to their locks, but they will never know the struggle of trying to tame—or strategically amplify—hair that curls naturally. However, for every limitation and frustration that curly hair may bring, there will always be an even greater opportunity to wow by embracing every last ringlet for its true worth. So, put down the straightener and kiss your heavy hair oils goodbye because we are going au naturel—proudly. We rounded up the best haircuts for curly hair, and they’ve left us nothing short of inspired to flaunt this God-given accessory. These haircuts are full of texture, volume, and as much personality as the girl rocking them.
Nobody does volume like a curly girl, so get inspired by these haircuts for curly hair.
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Carefree Curls
Wistful and windblown, carefree curls will always be a great style choice for curly girls. To style, use a leave-in conditioner for detangling, and gently coil curls with fingers and scrunch.
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Curly Pixie
Whether you have big, looping curls, tiny ringlets, or something more akin to waves, a textured pixie cut will suit you. Not only is the pixie easy to style, but it also offers a variety of ways to customize it to enhance your hair’s texture: Add vibrant color, an asymmetrical bend, curly bangs, or an undercut to the back or either side to give it flair and uniqueness.
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Voluminous Curls With Bangs
Layers and bangs add major volume to a curly hairdo. Give your roots lift with volumizing products and focus on diffusing hair at the roots.
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Curly Bangs
Get dramatic with curly bangs that add interest and variety to any kind of cut. They create texture and movement while framing the face.
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Curly Shag
All hair textures can rock this style, but curly hair is the perfect hair type for a shag. Short layers at the crown cascade into longer layers and help to build volume and amplify texture throughout.
Tip
A carefree shag is pretty minimal on styling. Use a lightweight mousse or curl cream and a diffuser to keep curls in check.
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Midlength With Major Texture
Shoulder-length haircuts look great with curly texture—whether it’s larger, loose wavy hair, medium-sized springy curls, or smaller ringlets. A layered medium curly hairstyle will retain some length, create volume, and boost the texture of your curls.
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Long Boho Curls
These long, effortless curls have a boho style that is carefree and artistic. Add a loose braid or two to heighten the boho aspect.
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Wavy Lob
If you don’t already know, we love a bob. We also love its longer counterpart, the lob. Cut somewhere between the neck and collarbone, the curly lob is a versatile length. Loose waves and a deep side part give it more body.
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Natural Texture
The thing about curls is that they are not uniform. There are many variations of curl types, and there may even be multiple different curl patterns on the same head. Regardless of whether you have tiny kinks and coils, thick ringlets, S-curls, or big loops, wearing them in their natural, unmanipulated state lets them shine.
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Bold Natural Curls
You simply cannot go wrong with big, bold, curly hair. Let your hair make a statement when you walk in the room.
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Balayage Beauty
Adding color will give your curls dimension and accentuate their natural texture. Going with a beautiful balayage allows your natural hair color to still shine, and you can grow it out without frequent trips to the salon to touch up your roots.
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Tousled Layers
We love the unkempt look, especially on curls. When you are blessed with the right curls, just tossing your hair around a little in the morning can create the illusion that you spent time and energy creating the perfect bedhead look. It’s perfect for a busy day of running errands or an entertaining night out.
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Glamorous Curls
If you prefer a more polished look, we recommend going for glamorous curls. These uniform, bouncy curls scream elegance.
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Fine Curly Hair
Tousle natural curls for easy, breezy style. Give fine curly hair a boost with brightening blonde highlights and volumizing products.
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Curly Bob
A chin-length haircut is perfect for curly hair because it boosts volume while still defining curls and keeping some length. Layering in the ends helps give the style shape.
Tip
Curly hair needs some layers to help it maintain bounce and evenly distribute the hair’s weight. They also eliminate a triangle shape.
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Long Curly Hair
Show off natural texture with a long curly style. Stylist Veronica Nunez applied a leave-in, moisturizing treatment for curly hair before diffusing. Define curls further with a curling iron or flat iron.
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Long Curls With Bangs
Turn heads with long, lustrous curls. Layers keep hair from being weighed down, while bangs add drama to already amazing coils.
Frequently asked Questions
What haircut is best for curly hair?
A layered haircut like a shag is ideal for curly hair. It reduces any extra weight and keeps your natural curls lively and full.
Which cut is best for frizzy curly hair?
For frizzy curly hair, layered cuts are great as they can lessen frizz. A short bob also works well by enhancing the curly texture. To avoid frizz, use a microfiber towel instead of a regular bath towel when drying your hair.
How do you pick a hairdresser for curly hair?
Find a stylist who has experience and a passion for cutting curly hair. Because it takes unique skills and patience, you need someone who truly understands your curl pattern.
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