Increasingly, stylists are cutting waves dry or partially dry to understand shrinkage and fall. “Wavy hair can shrink significantly once it dries,” notes Presswala. Seeing the pattern in real time ensures length and layering land exactly where intended.
So, can a cut actually reduce frizz?
Yes. While product and care matter, structure is everything. Removing excess bulk, avoiding blunt heaviness and distributing weight strategically allows waves to clump together rather than separate, which is often what we read as frizz.
Climate also plays a role. In humid environments, controlled layering prevents expansion; in drier climates, more softness can be maintained without swelling. The haircut should account for where you live as much as how your hair behaves.
Work with your waves
Fine waves need weight to avoid collapse. Thick waves need subtraction to avoid volume overload. But above all, waves need to be respected. Wavy hair is inherently expressive and should beallowed to stay that way.
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