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Short Layered Hairstyles That
Are Both Touchable and Sexy

Question: I've heard cute, short, layered hairstyles can be soft, pretty, and have that "touch me" look about them. I'm looking for a way to do my hair that won't look over-styled, which I hate, but will still look great until bed time. Know what I mean? So which one of the many short layered hairstyles will get me there?

Good question. A good layered cut can do wonders for your hair.

Actually women all over have discovered that subtle layers with any length offer many benefits. Even for curly hair. But how well you can accomplish all those goals for your hair depends, well, on your hair. You know things like how short you go, how thick it is, whether you've got fine strands or not. Basically how well a short layered cut works for you depends on stuff like that.

Then too lots of short layering will change how your tresses sit on your head. Sometimes for the better. Other times not so much. For sure they won't feel as heavy on your head.

But before we get ahead of ourselves, let's quickly look at a short list of potential styles and then talk about your styling options with shorter hair.

Four Popular Ways to Wear Short Layers

A versatile shag might work for you if your hair is on the thicker side and either straight or wavy.

A layered bob is another way to go. This chin length classic looks chic whether you wear it layered and tousled or blunt and sleek. You may know the heavily layered look as the choppy bob. Where the ends are layered to create the unfinished effect.

Those with more delicate facial features can pull off a pretty as a pixie cut. This cute style is known for the trademark short wispy layers cut in around your head. All of which tends to make your locks look more "volumised".

The more daring might take the plunge and opt for something along the lines of the crop. You often see girls wearing this super short style that is built on lots of layers often with a choppy fringe. Some feel it's the bangs that add the needed touch of flattering femininity to this rather short style that's sure to leave the back of your neck exposed too.

So those are some of the hair cut options you can pick from. Once you get back from the salon sporting a sleek look you may need some styling help. So let's quickly look at some handy styling tips.

Styling Tips for Short Hair

But before I forget those cuts are not exactly what you'd call fuss free styles. That's right, despite the amped-up volume, short hair, as a general rule, needs a bit more maintenance. I mean since it grows out faster you'll be visiting the salon more often and you'll likely need to wash it more than you would a longer style. None of which is fatal. Just thought you should know.

Now styling any new short layered haircut depends on how long how straight it is. Some find it's just a matter of making the overall effect more textured looking by making use of gloss wax that is finger combed through the ends. It helps if your style can let you be not too fussy about how it all falls.

If you want better shape and more overall mane movement use a ceramic straightener.

And don't forget that some shorter styles respond well to being blown dry with your hair upside down. So if you were wondering "How do I blow dry my layered hair", now you know one way to do it!

Okay so let there be short layered cuts. Adding a layer or two can add more lift, volume and create the illusion you have a decent amount of hair. Extensive layering can define your look. Just be realistic about what is possible with your hair. And how much time you want to spend getting it presentable, and more, each morning.

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