By Tasmima Tamanna
All photos courtesy BB Products
With summer in full swing, the pixie cut is making a strong comeback as one of this season’s hottest hair trends. The timeless, short haircut offers a fresh, modern look that is both stylish and practical. While the pixie cut has been around for decades, today’s versions feel softer and more versatile, reflecting today’s fashion and beauty trends that have been embracing simpler and cleaner aesthetics. With numerous variations, such as the classic pixie, gamine pixie and bixie, to name a few, the style can be customized to suit different hair textures, face shapes and personal style and preferences. The cut can add texture and movement to thicker hair while creating the appearance of extra volume for finer hair, making it a flattering option for a wide range of people. Its low-maintenance nature and lightweight feel also make it an especially appealing choice during the warmer summer months.
The growing popularity of the pixie cut has also been fueled by celebrities embracing the trend. Stars including Zendaya, Gracie Abrams, Teyana Taylor and Julia Garner have all recently showcased their own takes on the short hairstyle, proving that it can be both sophisticated and effortlessly cool. Although each look is unique, the versatility of the pixie cut allows it to be styled sleek and polished or tousled for a more relaxed, textured finish.
To achieve and maintain the look, a few key styling products can also help enhance its versatility. Texturizing sprays add volume, movement and definition, while pomades, waxes and gels create separation, shape and hold for a polished finish. Volumizing mousse is another popular option for adding body and lift, especially for those with finer hair. With its modern appeal, easy maintenance and endless cut variations, it’s no surprise the pixie cut makes its way into one of this year’s trendiest haircuts.
How to Create a Mullet Pixie Look
For those looking to recreate a textured mullet pixie style, stylist @shantesepilation shared a simple step-by-step process using Bronner Bros. Pump It Up! Mousse to create shine, hold, and definition.
Step 1: Lather
Apply mousse to damp hair from root to tip, making sure the product is evenly distributed throughout the hair. This creates the foundation for the style and helps add texture and movement.
Step 2: Shape It
While the product is still wet, smooth and direct sections of the hair to create structure and shape. This step helps define the overall look of the mullet pixie.
Step 3: Curl + Flip
Use a curling iron or clips to set the back of the hair and enhance the style’s texture. The mousse helps hold the shape while keeping the hair soft and flexible.
Step 4: Comb + Finish
Comb through the hair, make any final adjustments, and complete the look. The finished style offers shine, hold, and a polished appearance.
