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How I style my short hair
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Have you ever wondered how I style my short hair? Well, now I am going to share it with you today. This short stacked inverted bob hairstyle is the easiest. I can fix it in 10 minutes and that’s even with blowdrying time. See I told you it was fast! Bonus: A video is also included.
Easy Short Hairstyle Anyone can do:
I can’t tell you how often I receive compliments on my haircut. I even have had people ask if they could take a picture of my hair. And let me just say this is the easiest hairstyle to style. It is so fast and super cute. I can blow dry and style it in about ten minutes. How’s that for fast?! I thought I would share the products I use and how I style my hair. All of these products are a must for me.
Hot Tools for Short Hair
After I shower, I blow dry my hair. Then I use my mini flat iron to straighten my hair. This tool has made my life easier. It’s perfect for short hair!
Adding Volume to the hair
Next, I use the Big Sexy Hair Powder Play Volumizing & Texturizing Powder. This stuff is amazing! I add it to my roots and to the back of my hair to give it volume. It lifts my hair and helps me achieve that fullness and volume I am wanting. I sprinkle a little at my roots then I just use my fingers to rub it in then fluff my hair along with the Powder Play.
Holding the Hair in Place
Lastly, I spray with hair spray and continue to fluff until my desired look is achieved. I then spray my hair to keep it in place. I love this hair spray because it holds great. If you don’t care for a strong-hold hair spray, you could do a flexible hold. For me, I have to use a strong-hold hair spray.
Here is how I finish.
Views of my hair
Backside View of My Hair:
Here is a backside view of my hair.
Another back view. Bring these pictures in to show your hairstylist so you too can get this cut.
Side Views of my Hairstyle:
Here is a side-view photo of my right and left. You can see there is a lot of layers and volume.
Short Classy Hairstyle
Here are some pictures of my hair on other days. I can’t express enough how simple this hairstyle is. It is what I like to call my short, classy, and sassy hairstyle.
Products I use to style short hair:
For this specific hairstyle, these are the products I use to get this look.
- Hair Spray
- Powder Play
- Mini Flat Iron This is a 1/2″ mini flat iron.
- Spray Shine This is a new product I am now using and loving (not in the hair tutorial video).
- Shampoo and Conditioner
So there you have it. A ten-minute or less hairstyle. I also have another way to show you how to style this short bob hairstyle by twisting your bangs. You can see it here.
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How I Style My Short Hair Video
Watch how I style my short hair tutorial video. Everything you need to know to style your short hair.
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Your hair is so cute! I had hair shorter than yours for a few years and it was awesome as far as styling and time-saving, but the style didn’t suit me. (I was a broke college student who went to a chop shop for the cut – LOL!) Ever since I’ve grown it back out, I have a hard time even considering a short cut again, because it was a struggle to get it this long. But getting up for work at 5am and spending at least 30 minutes blow drying then flat ironing my longer (and super thick) hair makes me want to consider it again. 🙂
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Oh thank you Kirsten!! You should do it!! lol I know that’s easier said then done. 😉 You look great either way.
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What size mini straightener do you use? You are so adorable, and thanks for the tips.
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Hi Carrie,
I use the 1/2 inch flat iron. Thank you so much for your sweet and kind comment!! 🙂 I am glad this could help. Thanks so much for stopping by! xoxo
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kenra has a platinum blow dry spray that decrease blow dry time by up to 50%. Smells like fresh pineapple!
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Oh perfect!! I need to try it! And I love pineapples! Thanks for sharing Amy!
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I love Kendra products. I actually have thin, short hair. And this has been the one and only product that works wonders for my short hair style.
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I’ve worn my hair fairly short since I was in my teens-but I like embracing my natural curls, which means no-blowdrying allowed unless I’m straightening my hair for a change. My routine is pretty simple, too, but I do like a little teasing for volume!
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Hello cute lady! This looks so amazing. I love your hair. Pinned and tweeted. We appreciate you taking the time to stop by and party with us. It wouldn’t be a party without you! I hope to see you tonight at 7 pm. Lou Lou Girls
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I luv yer hair! I wore a very similar style for years and I used the same products lol ! I have long hair now but very often get the “itch” to go short again. Something tells me though that you’d be gorgeous even with a shaved head lol !
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Oh wow you are so sweet Erin!! Thank you!! (blushing) I often wonder what I would look like with long hair, but don’t think I would ever be able to do it. I think this cut is just me. 🙂 Thanks for stopping by and leaving me a comment!
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Love your hair!!! Can I ask if you have naturally curly, wavey or straight hair? I have very curly hair, down,to the middle of my back. I have been wanting this cut for some time. I just worry about the effort it would take to blowdry and flat iron.thanks
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Hi Ashley! Thanks so much! I have straight hair. Do you straighten your hair now? If so, I think this hair cut could work. 🙂 I hope that helps. Thanks for stopping by!
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When you blow dry your hair do you use a round brush or just blow dry it “freestyle” since you are using the straightener? Thanks in advance for a reply!
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Hi Christa,
I just blow dry it freestyle. 🙂 I hope that helps. Thanks for stopping by! -
Where do you get your hairspray and hair powder big sexy
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Hi Roxanne, I get them online and sometimes at Walmart. I have link to the ones online. 🙂
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I finally decided to try a layered bob- but there just isn’t enough layers in the back, and I am so glad you shared your pics, because i absolutely love your style!!!
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Hi Janelle! I am so glad you decided to do the hair cut!! And I am so glad my pictures helped! I would love to see pictures of your new style. 🙂 Thanks so much for the sweet comment!
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I am about to go get my haircut short and was looking for style on pinterest and saw your post. Thanks for the info! I see your blog is about health and beauty. If you get a chance go to my website and check out the business that I am in and let me know if you are interested in receiving some free samples to try and possibly blog about! Thanks again!
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I’m just wondering if the flat irn is 1 inch or the 1/2 inch iron?
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Hi Felicia it is a 1 inch flat iron. I fixed the link on the post so it should get you to the correct product now. 🙂
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Hi Amy!
A little confused. Your link for the flat iron goes to a 1 inch flat iron, but in several other blog comments on here you mention using a 1/2 inch flat iron (though you state 1 inch right above my comment). I just want to be sure I’m ordering the one that you are actually using in this demo because I have super short hair too. 🙂 Would appreciate it if you could clarify. I’ve never used one and don’t want to order the wrong one. Thanks so much. Appreciate it!! Thanks for sharing!
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Hi Christy, I am sooooo sorry about the confusion. I just realized I only fixed one of the links. I have fixed both of them now. It is a 1/2″ flat iron. Hope that helps. 🙂
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How often do you have to wash your hair? Just wondering if the powder play makes it able to go a couple days or if you feel like it needs to be washed more often? Thank you!
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To really fix my hair I need to usually wash it daily. I can get away with doing every other day sometimes. I don’t really have oily hair, but I am sure the powder helps some if you do. 🙂 However, this powder gives your hair sort of a stiff like feeling. It does not make your hair feel soft.
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Thank you! I do have somewhat oily hair, but I can usually get away with washing it every other day. I don’t understand these people who can go like 6 days in between washing! I would look like a total greaseball!
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Hi Danielle.. Just wanted to say that yes, the powder does enhance the longevity of having to wash and style everyday. At least for me, fingers through it for an awesome look up to three days ☺️
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Hi there!
I love your hair! I’m thinking about cutting mine like this. I like the way you have it real short on the bottom in the back. When you went to your hair dresser to have them cut it like this what did you ask for? Do you ever straighten the back or do you mostly leave it a little curly like it looks in the pics? Thanks!
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Hi Stephanie! I just showed my hair dresser pictures of styles I wanted. You could just take my picture and show it to your hairdresser and I am sure she/he could do it. 🙂 I use the mini flat iron and straighten my hair. The picture you are referring to I think is just the way my hair lays sometimes when I “poof” it up. 🙂 It sometimes looks straighter. Just depends on the day I guess. 😉 I hope that helps.
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I have a somewhat similar cut but the crown is shorter and I spike it. Can you get this much body and volume without using mousse or gel before you dry? If so I would love to get away from some of those products.
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Hi Pat! I actually do. 🙂 I think it all depends on the your actual hair. It’s certainly worth a try. 🙂
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Love your cut. I have time have some sort of bangs. Just cut mine short again. Not sure I found the right styled yet.
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I finally have gotten my hair long(er) but it is so fine I think it looks bad. Is your hair thick or fine or?
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Hi Heather, My hair is not thick at all. I would say it’s more on the fine side. I think my hair is too thin for long hair. So I get what you are saying. 🙂 I hope that helps.
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Love this post! Thanks for sharing the back photos, that usually what I struggle to find and these are exactly what I need to show my hair dresser. Also thanks for the bangs post!
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Thank you Alissa!! I am so glad this helped!! I would love to see a picture of your hair when you get it cut. You can share it on one of the social networks. Thanks so much for stopping by! xoxo
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I noticed you do not use anything in your hair before blow drying, Not even mouse or a root lifter or anything? I maybe use too many products. I also have Kendra 25 for my spray is this just as good for styling? Thank you
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Hi Judy,
You are correct. I don’t use anything before I blow drying it. That’s not to say I shouldn’t. I’m just always in a hurry so less is best for me. 🙂 I have heard Kendra 25 is a great product. I personally have not used it. If it’s not a firm hold you may need something a little stronger. 🙂
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do you use any hair products on your hair before drying?
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Hi Kim, I don’t use anything on my hair before drying it. Mostly because I am always in a hurry and it saves time by skipping that step. 🙂 I hope that helps.
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I am a breast cancer survivor for 8 months now and my hair is just starting to come back in. My goal is to get to this length, however right now I would just love to be able to style it.
Thanks for the help.
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Oh congrats on your amazing news!! This hair is so easy to do I am sure you can make it work. 😉 I know you will rock this hairstyle! Thanks for connecting with me!
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I have a similar hair style with bangs.they are not short bangs though.i love my hair straight but notice that if I straighten it too much it seems more damaged and because of this i tend to let my hair go wavy.is there a product out there for that will hell to protect from damage?
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Hi Andrea,
Try CHI 44 Ceramic thermal styling spray. I have heard great things about it. It protects hair from the heat of the flat iron. You can see it here http://amzn.to/1Nd4HxS I hope that helps. 🙂
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[…] If your bangs are always making you nutty, try this cute style from A Cup Full of Sass to get them out of your face and pinned up just so! She also shares a full tutorial on how she styles her short hair right here. […]
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Love your style. Thanks so much for the amazingly informative video. I’ve had my hair in a slightly shorter bob for 25 years. My hair has changed texture and isn’t looking as good as it use to. (Texas — Big Hair — ’nuff said)
Can’t wait to try it tomorrow. . Again, thanks so very much for your generosity in taking time to make the video.
Regards, Toni
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Hi Toni,
I am so glad you found the tutorial helpful! I hope you try it and love it! 🙂
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Your hair is so freaking cute! I have long hair now bit have been wanting to cut it short for a while now. Can you tell me about the color? Do you have it highlighted in addition to colored? If so, what colors do you get?
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Hi Angie! Thank you so much for the sweet comment!! I get foiled highlights in my hair. I do two colors. A dark and a light color. If you showed your hairstylist a picture of my color I am sure they would know what to use to get you the same or similar color. 🙂 Let me know if you have any other questions. 🙂
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I just found your blog and it is great. I love your hair. I have a style similar but I have bangs which I would LOVE to grow out but they just drive me crazy during that in between stage. I also noticed your nails, is that nail art or do you use the jamberrys?? You should do some posts on nails to go along with the hair- great blog!!!!
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Hi Carla,
Thank you so much for your kind comments!! I have actually received many emails asking if I would add nails to my post, so I think I am going to do that. 🙂 The bangs growing out stage is soooo hard, I know. But once you get there it’s so worth it. 😉
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Hi…I love your hair!! I have the longer version of your cut. I thought I had saw a tutorial where yours was a little longer using clips to keep the curls in place after you flat ironed them, but I can’t find it anymore. If it was yours could you show me where to find it, if not then I must have mistaken it being you. Either way I love your hair AND your blog!! I’ve learned a lot from your blog. Thank you for sharing with all of us!
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Hi Christi, Thank you so much for your sweet words about my hair and blog!! The other tutorial I did was one for twisted bangs.:) Thanks for stopping by and connecting with me! 🙂
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Do you use the 1 inch mini flat iron or the 1/2 inch??? Thanks! Love the tutorial!
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Hi Kristen,
I use a 1/2 inch flat iron. I am so glad you love the tutorial. 🙂 Thanks so much!!
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I JUST LOVE YOUR HAIR! I AM GONNA WATCH THIS A FEW MORE TIMES AND LEARN SOME NEW TRICKS, I’M GETTING NY HAIR CUT TOMMOROW, BACK FROM LONG TO SHORT AND I’M A LIL NERVOUS, BUT I GOT THIS! WITH THESE NEW WATCH AND LEARN VIDEOS! THANX A BUNCH!!!!!!!
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Hi Kimberly,
Thank you so much!! I hope your hair turned out great!! I love your positive attitude! 😉 So glad I could help! xoxo
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Do you use the 1/2 inch or 1 inch BaByliss Pro Nano Mini Flat Iron?
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Hi Karen.
I use the 1/2 Mini Flat Iron. 🙂
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Love your hair! I recently got my hair cut and have decided it’s not short enough. So back to my hairstylist I go! Haha. I’ll have to try out the volumizing powder. I’m always trying to find a good product to give me some lift to my hair since I have such fine hair. I do have a random question…not hair related though. Where did you get your pearl cluster necklace? I’ve been SEARCHING for one and can’t seem to find one that I really like. I appreciate it!
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Hi Stephanie, Thank you so much! Hopefully it’s the correct length this time. lol My bought the necklace from Loft last year. I hope that helps. Thanks so much for stopping by! 🙂
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What kind of shampoo do u use?
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Hi Fran, I use Biolage ColorLast Shampoo. 🙂
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Thank you to the moon and back! In my area of civilization, short hair is older people’s hair, and that drives me crazy! I cut my hair last year and I have to remind myself I can style now with ease. Your tutorial is amazing and I have the big sexy hair products. One question: I was told teasing hair is bad, is there anything else that can be used for same effect (I really love the tassel look with strait razor angles?) Product or with comb? Thank you!
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Hi Betty,
So glad my tutorial helped you. 🙂 Use the powder play instead of teasing the hair. You won’t believe how much volume and lift it gives your hair.
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Hi Amy
Your hair is precious you wear it well!!! I love full bloom by big n sexy you spray it on roots then blow dry.gives the hair volume. I’ve been a hairdresser foe 31 years so tried many products lol.-
Oh thank you!! I have have to check that out. I love hearing about products people love. Thank you!!
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I am so glad I found your blog! I have a medium length bob now and it is super thick and coarse I have been searching for the perfect easy cut… THIS IS IT!! Thank you for sharing!
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Luv ur hair. Was wondering if u have a favorite shampoo and conditioner??
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Hi Amy,
I use Biolage Colorlast Shampoo and conditioner by Matrix. It’s my favorite.:) I hope that helps.:)
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Hi Amy,
First of all you are just cute as can be!! I have the same hair style but just a tiny bit longer. I have the same 2 colors highlighted by foil as you do! My hair has been fine all my life (and I will be 59 next month). The Big Sexy products are great and I am able to get the volume needed – but have to add a bit of tease as bad as I hate to do that to my fine hair. I’ve never heard of the Big Sexy Powder Play. I will definitely be purchasing this product ASAP! So glad to be able to stop adding tease to my hair. I’m new to flat irons. Always have used a 1″ curling iron so now I will learn the flat iron technique. Was wondering if you ever have a problem with the longer section falling down in your face or does the hair spray keep yours in place? Sorry this is a long comment. Being from the South we tend to talk more. I apologize to others as well. Thrilled to have found your blog! Have an amazing day!-
Hi Jackie,
I don’t have any problems with the hair falling in my face because my hairspray is amazing!!! 🙂 And yes, the Powder Play is Amazing! It’s a must to get that great volume. 🙂 I don’ tease my hair anymore since the Powder Play works so well for the lift. I hope this helps. 🙂
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I love you hair style Amy! I just went a bit shorter and love it. Thank you so much for the informative video and the product info. The powder play is magical with creating volume! I wouldn’t have believed it until I saw you using it.
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Hi Donna. Thank you so much! I am so glad it helped!!
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This was super helpful. I have a similar haircut, and it’s gonna’ be even more fun now! Thanks!
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Hi LeAnn, I am so glad this helped!! 🙂 xoxo
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Just got my hair cut just like yours and it was loong!! I was kind of freaking out a bit! But i went out got these products and did just the same and it looks great. Im still freaking out a bit about having the short hair and going to work tomorrow.. hehe
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Yay!! How are you liking it? 🙂
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Your hair is inspiring me to once again go short – I love yours it is SO cute! I wonder though if you have a lot of hair or is your hair more on the thin side – not fine versus coarse – but thin versus thick… if you get what I mean…. we recently moved to TX from IL and while I love being able to put my hair up/back on super hot days, I’d like it to look more styled…. Thank you for your tutorial and product info – I really cannot wait to try it! 🙂
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My hair is thin. Not thick at all. I don’t have a lot of hair. Wish I did. lol So glad you love the cut. Takes me 10 minutes to dry and style my hair. 🙂 xoxo
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Your hair looks great! I can’t believe you can get this volume without a round brush! Your highlights are beautiful!
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Thank you Kathy! I think it stumps my hair stylist too. lol
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Just wondering how long you go between haircuts.
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Hi Linda,
I go every 4 weeks. My hair grows pretty quick. 🙂
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Hi Amy; not only do I adore your hair style and color but also your bubbly personality. You sound like a very sweet person. Thank you for sharing your hair secrets. It sounds like the various stylists from your writers are certainly kept busy due to your adorable style. Thanks again. Wanda
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Thank you, Wanda!! I think you are right. lol Thanks so much for the sweet comment! 🙂
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Cutest thing I’ve ever seen!!!! I’ve been trying for this cut! My hair grew back the same after chemo … lots of it but very fine thank you thank you thank you!!!! Love this blog! Can’t believe it took this long for me to find it!!!!!!! Thank you, my dear love this!!!
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Do you use anything, like a gel, before you use the powder, or do you put the powder on dry hair with no product? Thanks
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Hi Michelle,
No I don’t use anything else. Just powder on my dry hair. 🙂
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Hi Amy, your hairstyle is awesome! I’m on the fence about short hair – mine is a little past my shoulders but the sides are driving me crazy. I guess when I get to the point when I have to pull the sides up in a little ponytail, it’s time to start thinking SHORTER.. 10 minutes to style, that would be great!!!
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Thank you Kathy! The time my hair saved me was amazing! It is just so easy and still cute. 🙂 xoxo
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Hello. I have very thin hair. And I have no volume at all. The length is just past my shoulders. I’ve never been able to find any shampoo/ conditioner or any hair products to give my hair any body or volume. I also have thyroud issues that causes my hair to fall out. Alot. I want to go a bit shorter. But I’m not sure of the back being shorter than the front. I love the hair cut that Jane Fonda has. But my hair is nowhere near that thick. It’s very fine and very very thin. Can u please recommend some products that may help me with my issues?. I’ve even thought about extensions to get thicker hair and more body and volume.
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I had long hair past my shoulder, took a photo in and got a very short pixie especially at the back, I’m not upset although I wanted something like a layered bob and got something very different. I love the cut and how it was styled but I just wish I could find a hairdresser that actually looked closely at the photo and that didn’t take it shorter than you wanted. So I cannot style the back, it’s about 1/2 inch so I need to style the front, I push it behind my one ear and it is flattering. Everyone loves it. Maybe it will “grow” on me LOL I am thinking in a few months it will look more like your hair and your tutorial is helpful so I know how to style it. I lost a lot of hair a few months after covid 19 infection and my hairdresser said she is seeing a lot of women with this happening and why I chose to go a little shorter.
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