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Trendy Cuts

Trendy Cuts
By Essence · Updated October 30, 2020
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Razor-Sharp

Use clippers to taper one side and the back of the head, shaping the opposite side with scissors. After washing and conditioning, wrap hair with a wrapping lotion (try Motions Foaming Wrap Lotion) and then let your hair air dry.

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Fernando Milani
02
Tress to Impress

For a polished corporate-ready statement, spiral curl your hair with a small-barrel curling iron.

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Adam Olszewski
03
Short Cut

Even a short cut can be multidirectional. Start with layers that frame your face and use a dollop of Aveda Control Paste to create wispy strands.

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Ondrea Barbe
04
Keep it Real

Add shape and definition to your ’fro with a texture combo that mixes coils and cornrows.

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Fabrice Trombert
05
Get Funky

A long highlighted bang gives great sass to any look. Spray pieces with Ojon Revitalizing Mist, a great leave-in conditioner that you can use alone or before heat styling.

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Fabrice Trombert
06
Flat Top

To create this ultracool elevation, pick the hair out on one side more than the other. Use a combination of Pantene Pro-V Relaxed & Natural Intensive Oil Sheen Spray and its Daily Oil Cream Moisturizer for hydration and shine.

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Ondrea Barbe
07
Spiked

Cut back on heat time with a styling paste like Sebastian Collection Molding Mud. Use a little on the ends, in place of the flat iron, to shape your crop.

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Paul Sunday
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Close Crop

Keep it short and sweet with a pixie cut. Bangs are razored into shape, leaving a little fullness at the top. A ceramic flat iron assures sleekness, and a touch of texturizing wax or paste will secure the piecey wisps along the crown.

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Eric Fischer
09
New Wave

Try hair accessories to change the shape and style. A few bobby pins can help you create a soft Mohawk, and cute hair clips or combs will dress it up.

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Sean Burrowes
10
The Midas Touch

Go for the gold with warm blond highlights that aren’t too brassy. This short bob works beautifully with Mizani Beyond-Conditioning Creme Permanent Haircolor in Lightest Warm Gold Blonde.

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Fabrice Trombert