Styling short hair: tips to enhance your cut
The key takeaway: the perfect style relies on the combination of natural products and manual styling . Warming a small amount of wax between your palms before scrunching your hair with your fingers is all it takes to create structured volume . This technique ensures an immediate tousled look and protects the hair fiber, unlike the stiff feel of traditional gels.
We often think we save time by cutting it all off, but knowing how to style short hair without ending up with a helmet-like effect requires the right techniques. Here, we reveal the exact method for mastering your cut , from choosing the right natural wax to achieving the perfect textured style. Get ready to adopt a quick routine that will rejuvenate your face and enhance your look starting tomorrow morning.
- The basics of hairstyling: products and application
- Mastering styles: from tousled to structured
- A short haircut: a youthful asset after 60
The basics of hairstyling: products and application
The right product for the right effect
When styling short hair, don't choose randomly. Wax adds texture, gel creates a wet look, mousse adds volume, and spray provides a light finish .
When it comes to ingredients, we demand the best with Bon Sens. Opt for natural products, made in France and rated 100/100 on Yuka . Why ruin a beautiful haircut with chemicals?
| Product type | Main effect | Ideal for... |
|---|---|---|
| Wax | Structure & flexibility | Tousled effect |
| Freeze | Strong hold & wet look | Slicked-back looks |
| Mousse | Volume & lightness | Adding body to fine hair |
| Texturizing spray | Ripples & "beach" effect | Create a "messy" style |
The application method that changes everything
The secret to good styling? Always work on well-drained hair, ideally with a microfiber towel, to avoid unwanted frizz .
The technique: warm a small amount of natural styling wax between your palms. Distribute the product evenly throughout your hair , paying particular attention to the nape of the neck and the sides.
Above all, use a light touch. It's easy to add more, but impossible to remove without going back to shampooing.
Mastering styles: from tousled to structured
The art of the "messy-chic" look
The "messy" or tousled look is the signature style of modern short haircuts. It instantly adds dynamism and a relaxed feel to your face. The secret? A cut that's already textured or layered.
The technique is simple: forget the comb, everything is done with your fingers for a natural look and controlled messiness . It's the best method for styling short hair.
- Heat a small amount of texturizing wax between your fingers.
- Apply starting from the roots and scrunching the strands to create movement .
- Sculpt a few strands with your fingertips to define the style and fix the movement .
Create volume and take care of your hair
Volume is key to looking beautiful with short hair. Lift the roots with your fingers while blow-drying, with your head upside down. A volumizing mousse also provides an immediate lifting effect. The result is transformative .
To keep your hair healthy and shiny , it's best to use nourishing treatments that don't weigh it down. No compromises, no concessions on the quality of your hair fiber.
Opt for organic jojoba oil as a pre-shampoo treatment to deeply nourish the hair fiber .
A short haircut: a youthful asset after 60
The cuts that erase the years
It's a fact: short haircuts are known to instantly rejuvenate the face . They soften your features and bring that new lightness that longer hair sometimes lacks.
It works incredibly well to enhance gray hair , which is often more textured. Even better, short hair redefines the oval of the face, which tends to sag with age.
- Top 3 short haircuts that make you look younger after 60
- The tapered Pixie cut : modern, it gives an impression of thickness and movement.
- The short layered bob : elegant, it frames the face and creates a flattering volume.
- The side fringe or curtain : it softens the forehead and draws attention to the eyes.
Enhance your hairstyle and stay modern every day
To style short hair with flair, you need to make the cut your own. Play with textures: one day sleek, the next tousled. The idea is to have fun and not stick to a rigid style .
Don't forget the accessories. A discreet hair clip or a thin scarf makes all the difference. It's the perfect way to mix things up and add your personal touch of elegance .
But the most important thing is the product . Choose gentle textures, like those in the Bon Sens natural styling range .
Ultimately, taming your short hair is child's play with the right allies. The secret ? A suitable natural product and a light touch to add texture . You now have all the tools you need to experiment , from a tousled look to a structured style. So, what hairstyle will you dare to try tomorrow morning?
FAQ
How to achieve a tousled effect on short hair?
To achieve this perfectly styled "just-rolled-out-of-bed" look, forget your comb! It's all about your fingers. Warm a small amount of texturizing wax in your palm, then scrunch your hair, lifting the roots as you go. The idea is to create movement and a touch of messiness, but with style . It's the perfect technique to add some oomph to a slightly too-tame hairstyle.
How to style short hair on a daily basis?
The secret is to adapt your hairstyle to your mood and, above all, to the product you're using . Want volume? Opt for a light mousse before blow-drying. Looking for structure? A touch of gel or wax will do the trick. The important thing is to use a light hand so as not to weigh down your hair. Don't hesitate to accessorize with a barrette or a scarf to change your look in two minutes flat.
What short haircut should I choose after 60 to look younger?
After a certain age, the main goal is to soften features and add volume. A layered pixie cut or a short, graduated bob are our best allies: they provide an immediate lifting effect by framing the neck and adding volume to the crown. Add a wispy or side-swept fringe, and you frame your forehead while drawing attention to your eyes. It's a surefire way to take years off your appearance!
How to reduce the volume of short, overly voluminous hair?
If your hair tends to be too voluminous, the solution often lies in the cut itself. Ask your hairdresser to thin it out to lighten the overall look . For styling, use a small amount of smoothing product or an oil (like jojoba) to gently tame frizz and tame the hair without making it stiff. Avoid blow-drying your hair upside down, which accentuates volume, and instead smooth it with your fingers downwards.