You’ve probably seen or heard of the 70/30 haircut all over TikTok, but what exactly is it? Basically, the 70/30 cut is a classic side part with medium-short hair that’s been made popular recently by K-pop groups, and now it’s all the rage. We talked to pro hair stylists to tell you more about it and where it came from , plus how to get the look for yourself.
Getting a 70/30 Haircut: Overview
Professional stylist Frankie Sanderson says the perfect place for a 70/30 haircut part is above the arch of your eyebrow. First, go to the barber and ask for a medium-short cut with length on top. At home, dampen your hair and give yourself a part above the center of your eyebrow. Use medium-hold mousse to hold it.
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Getting the 70/30 Look
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1Cut your hair to medium-short length. A 70/30 part is super versatile and works with many different cuts, but it works best if your hair is medium-short, or about 4–5 in (10–13 cm). Also, many people with a 70/30 part have an undercut , where the hair is shorter on the sides. This exaggerates and showcases the hair on top, where the part is, and adds a lot of texture.
- Pro hair stylist Tiffany Carnevale-Russo says to show your barber a photo of the look you want, and to “let them know that you're looking for a part in the haircut.” [2]
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- Pro hair stylist Tiffany Carnevale-Russo says to show your barber a photo of the look you want, and to “let them know that you're looking for a part in the haircut.” [2]
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2Dampen your hair so that it’s easy to work with. Professional hair and makeup stylist Kelsey Morey tells us to start with a wash. Hop in the shower and get your hair wet. Then, she says to use a blow-dryer to knock out most of the moisture. [3] X Expert Source Kelsey Morey
Professional Hair and Makeup Artist Expert Interview You want your hair to be just wet enough that it’s moldable and mostly holds its shape when you run your fingers through it.- Or, instead of a hair dryer, dry your hair with a microfiber towel, which wicks away the moisture while leaving in the hydration.
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3Use your hands to form a side part above your eyebrow. Now, Morey tells us to direct the hair into a side part. [4] X Expert Source Kelsey Morey
Professional Hair and Makeup Artist Expert Interview Master hair stylist Frankie Sanderson says, “The best place to park your hair is over the arch of your eyebrow.” [5] X Expert Source Frankie Sanderson
Master Hair Stylist Expert Interview In the mirror, decide on which side of your head you want your part to be. Then, use your fingers to comb 70% of your hair to one side, and 30% to the other to make the part . Aim to make this part just above the middle of your eyebrow, which is about where the 70/30 ratio is.- Make the part go from your forehead to the back and top of your scalp, but don’t let it continue down the back of your head.
- Which side the part is on is up to you! Try parting your hair on both sides to see which you prefer.
- The part will frame and showcase the side of your face that it’s on, so if you think you have a “good side,” make the part on that side of your face.
EXPERT TIPMakeup Artist & StylistFranklin (Frankie) Sanderson is a Makeup Artist and Stylist and the Founder of TheStudeo, a styling business based in Washington DC that specializes in hairstyling, makeup, and personal image consulting services. He specializes in hair extensions, chemical services such as highlighting, Balayage, Japanese straightening, keratin treatments, and designer cuts. He has a BFA in Fashion Design from Virginia Commonwealth University and has trained at the L'Oreal Soho Academy, TIGI, Vidal Sassoon, Redken, and Wella. His clients include Nicole Kidman, Lindsay Lohan, Rachel McAdams, Tina Fey, Jane Lynch, and Alicia Keys.Parting above the eyebrow adds definition to the displacement of the part. It usually looks the best and helps create an oval-shaped face, which is typically the standard for beauty for men and women.
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4Work a quarter-sized blob of styling product into your hair. Once you have the overall shape, Morey says it’s time to lock it in with some product, especially if you have thick, curly, or wavy hair. [6] X Expert Source Kelsey Morey
Professional Hair and Makeup Artist Expert Interview Use a quarter-sized amount of medium-hold cream or mousse and rub it between your palms, then work it into the roots of your hair with your fingers so that your hair stays in place and has some nice texture and volume.- As you work, run your hands through your hair in the direction that you want the part. One side will sweep back and across the top of your head, and the other will go down the other side of your head.
- The goal is to look more messy and textured than finely parted and combed. It’s alright if it doesn’t look super together or neat—that’s part of the look!
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- ↑ https://www.themodestman.com/side-part-haircuts/
- ↑ Tiffany Carnevale-Russo. Hair Stylist. Expert Interview
- ↑ Kelsey Morey. Professional Hair and Makeup Artist. Expert Interview
- ↑ Kelsey Morey. Professional Hair and Makeup Artist. Expert Interview
- ↑ Frankie Sanderson. Master Hair Stylist. Expert Interview
- ↑ Kelsey Morey. Professional Hair and Makeup Artist. Expert Interview
- ↑ https://victorianchildren.org/victorian-era-hairstyles/
- ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U2pcox-ovsY&t=13s
- ↑ https://www.cnn.com/style/article/wolf-cut-culture-internet-trend/index.html