Okay, so I’ve been messing around with my hair lately, trying to find something that’s both cool and easy to deal with. I stumbled upon this idea of doing a “curly top shaved sides” style, and let me tell you, it’s been a game-changer. Here’s how I went about it.
Deciding on the Style
First off, I started looking up a bunch of pictures and videos online. You know, just to get a feel for what this style really looks like on different people. I saw some folks calling it an “undercut” or a “half shaved hairstyle” or a “sidecut”, but basically, it’s all the same thing – shaved on the sides, party on the top!
Getting the Cut
Now, I’m no hairstylist, so I definitely didn’t try this at home. I went to see a stylist who knows their way around curly hair. The big thing I learned is that you’re not supposed to cut curly hair when it’s wet. I told my stylist, “Do not cut the hair when it’s wet. They have to do it dry so they can see how your curls naturally clump together.”
- Visit the Stylist: I made sure to emphasize that I wanted the sides really short and the top left long enough to show off my curls.
- Dry Cut: The stylist worked on my dry hair, cutting each curl clump individually. It took a bit longer, but it was worth it to see exactly how it would look.
- Shave the Sides: They used clippers to get the sides and back nice and short. We’re talking almost down to the skin in some areas.
Styling and Maintenance
After the cut, styling has been a breeze.
- Wash and Go: I wash my hair, let it air dry a bit, and then just scrunch in some product to define the curls.
- No Brushes: I don’t use brushes or combs at all because they just make my curls frizzy. After all, “Brushing your curly hair once dry will break up the curls.” I just let it be once it’s dry.
- Keep it Fresh: I need to go back to the stylist every few weeks to keep the sides neat, but the top pretty much takes care of itself.
Seriously, if you’ve got curly hair and you’re looking for something different, give this style a try. It’s edgy, it’s fun, and it’s way easier to manage than you might think. Just make sure you find a stylist who gets curly hair, and you’ll be golden!
This whole experiment has been pretty cool. I feel like I’ve got a fresh new look without having to spend hours on my hair every day. Plus, it’s been fun seeing people’s reactions. Definitely a conversation starter!
