Natural lift
- 1Apply heat protectant and a little mousse to damp hair.
- 2Dry the crown with your fingers, lifting the roots.
- 3Direct the side pieces toward the face or tuck them behind the ears.
- 4Define the ends with a small amount of cream.
Bixie Cut
A bixie blends bob length with shorter pixie layers: the nape and temples are cropped while the crown and face-framing pieces stay longer. It can be styled smooth or deliberately tousled.
At a glance
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LengthEar to chin
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Hair textureStraight, wavy
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Styling5–10 minutes
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Trim intervalAbout 6–8 weeks
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ShapeLayered
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FringeOptional
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VolumeAt the crown
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MaintenanceModerate
Who this haircut suits
- It suits people who want short hair but still like keeping some pieces around the face.
- Waves bring out the layers; straight hair can be shaped with paste or a light blow-dry.
- For dense hair, ask your stylist to distribute the nape volume so the silhouette does not become too wide.
These are general pointers. Choose the exact length and shape with your stylist, considering your growth pattern, texture and routine.
Styling options: step by step
Piecey finish
- 1Dry the hair fully with a blow-dryer or let it air-dry.
- 2Warm a little matte paste between your palms.
- 3Pick out a few layers around the crown and face.
- 4Keep the finish slightly undone and movable.
History and aesthetics
A short-hair hybrid with a 1990s mood
1990s and 2020s — the in-between length returns
The name bixie combines bob and pixie. The cut became especially visible in the 1990s, when layered short styles were worn by actors and models.
Modern versions keep the hybrid length but can feel softer and more relaxed. It can also work as a transition while growing out a pixie.
Historical source: Vogue — the bixie haircut ↗
Good to know
Layers shape the look; decide with your stylist which pieces should cover the ears or frame the face.
What to ask your stylist
Ask to keep some length around the face, lighten the nape and add texture that can air-dry well.
