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The Textured Pixie Is Back And Cooler Than Ever

A coiled, wavy and defined take on the short haircuts.

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Despite having fewer inches to work with, thepixie haircut is as versatile as its cropped counterparts, bobs, lobs, and shags. Pixie haircuts have a very classic, minimalist look on straight hair. Once texture is added, whether from natural or styled curls, layers, or gel or wax-sculpted fringe, the short cut takes on an entirely new personality. So if you're curious whether a pixie will look good on your textured hair, the answer is yes.

Texture isn't just about having naturally coily hair, though; it can be achieved through styling. Add some edge to a traditionally short and sweet style with a tapered fade in the back and longer bangs up front. Or throw some colour on the cut for added dimension. You can texturise a pixie by defining your own coils, or if you have straight hair and want to add some definition, a gel, sea salt spray, or texture cream can help create the non-sleek style element. Steal some style inspiration from these celeb-inspired textured pixie haircuts, seen on Teyana Taylor, Emma Chamberlain, and more.

Mixed Pixie

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Start with a smooth base and use a curling iron to shape a mix of tighter and looser pieces in different directions to create the look of a curly pixie without super-tight coils.

Longer Edges

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Balance shorter hairs up top with longer, slicked sideburns and loose, stray curls toward the nape of the neck.

Betty Boop Pixie

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Quinta Brunson nailed a retro-looking pixie, reminiscent of Betty Boop's classic, curly style.

Baby Waves

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Emma Chamberlain added extra defined texture to her blonde pixie with piecey waves, flung forward into a subtle fringe, and centred right at the crown.

Wet Look

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Hair gelled or slicked to look like you stepped out of a pool instantly adds texture, even on the straightest of strands.

Ultra Mini Bangs

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You don't have to forgo bangs with a pixie. While the cut is short, it's the perfect foundation for baby bangs.

Molded Edges

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Use the shorter hair as a canvas for creative styling like Tati Gabrielle does with these wavy, slicked edges.

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