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Lisa's Question

Hair cuts never turn out the way I had hoped. Any advice for my thick, naturally wavy hair?

Hey Nicole,

I have thick hair depending on the time I have to spend on my hair, on an air dry hair day.

My hair is naturally wavy and blond. On a diffuser day I can make it big and curly. My hair is sort of like Sara Jessica Parker's hair - big waves take up most of your face hair.

I use both mousse and gel (not together), always some sort of product. I use conditioners so it doesn't dry out.

But I need a style. I've tried it all. Cut short I lose my curl, grown long it's curly but flat on top even if I thin it out. I tried to layer my hair but the style almost always looks like a bunch of blunt layers.

Right now I have long layers to my shoulders and it is boring. Half the time I am not sure how to get my stylist to style it the way I would like it ...

I usually am really upset after a hair cut cause it never turns out the way I had hoped.

Any advice?
Lisa

Nicole's Answer:

Dear Lisa

I love Sara Jessica Parker's hair. Lucky you!

First of all, find a stylist who can cut with you curl. This will help enhance your wave. It may also give you a little more lift at the top.

Next, cut some shorter random layers!

Most of all find a stylist who understands curly hair. There is no reason to leave the salon upset every time if your expectations are attainable.

Good luck.
Nicole

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Nicole Siri is passionate about curly hair. A professional hair stylist whose work has appeared in fashion shows, photo shoots and magazines, Nicole has taught classes on styling hair and has worked with leading curly hair stylists in New York and Virginia.

Knowing that curly-haired women often find it hard to achieve a hair style that suits them, and in frustration resort to wearing a ponytail most of the time, Nicole wrote Strictly Curls. Her book is a simple guide to achieving your own fun and glamorous curly hair styles.

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Hair cuts never turn out the way I had hoped. Any advice for my thick, naturally wavy hair?

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Dear Lisa

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