How to Do a Quiff with Curly Hair

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A quiff is a stylish cut for both men and women. It is long on top and short on the sides. While most quiffs are styled with straight or wavy hair, curly quiffs are becoming quite popular too. If you don't have an undercut, don't worry; you can still style your hair into a quiff regardless of length!

Method 1
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Styling an Undercut

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  1. Start with an undercut . This is where your hair is cut short on the sides and/or back, and left long on the top and/or sides. If your hair is very thick, it would be a good idea to add some layers to the top to help reduce weight.
    • You may also want to ask the stylist to texturize your hair when you are getting an undercut. This helps to reduce bulk.
  2. How you do this is up to you. You can take a shower, stick it under a running faucet, or mist it with water and run a comb through it. Once you have your hair wet, dry it off with a towel so that it is damp and no longer dripping.
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  3. What sort of product you use depends on what you want to do with your hair and how you plan on drying it. If you want to blow-dry your hair straight, go for a volumizing or texturizing mousse. [1] If you want to keep your natural texture, reach for the gel instead. [2] Apply the product from roots to end, using a comb or your fingers to distribute it.
  4. Pull your hair back as you blow dry it, then place the brush behind your hair and rotate it backwards. Finish off by blow drying the hair on the front and sides upwards for extra volume. [3]
    • For a smoother finish, use a flat, wide nozzle attachment to your hairdryer. [4]
  5. Scrunch your curls with your fingers as they dry to help them maintain their shape. You can also use a diffuser blow dryer to do this. If you have shorter hair, pile it on top of your head. For longer locks, consider brushing them forward and draping them across your forehead instead. [5]
  6. You want the long part of your hair to be swept back over the top of your head without hanging over the sides. If the quiff is not staying in place, rub a pea-sized amount of pomade between your palms, then smooth it over your quiff. Work it into your hair with your fingers for a textured look, or comb it through for a more polished one.
  7. Once the hairspray has dried, you are good to go.
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Method 2
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Styling Uncut Hair

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  1. This style works on any length of hair and will give you a "faux" quiff. You do not need to have your hair cut short or into an undercut. [6]
  2. Use the handle of a rat-tail comb to create two side parts on each side of your head, one above each eyebrow. Angle the parts towards the back of your crown. [7]
    • The section should span the width of your forehead.
    • Keep the hair on the sides of your head out of the way by pinning it down with bobby pins.
  3. If you want to add a little more volume to your quiff, use a volumizing product, otherwise, go for something with good holding power. [8] Run a brush or wide-toothed comb through your hair to help distribute the product from roots to ends. [9]
    • You only need to do this to the gathered top section of hair. Leave the hair on the sides and back of your head alone.
  4. Brush your hair forward across your forehead. Grab a horizontal section of hair, tease the back with a fine-toothed comb, then drape it gently over the back of your head. Repeat the process until you reach your hairline, working your way from back-to-front. [10]
    • Tease your hair less and less as you get closer to the front. This will give you a smoother finish. [11]
  5. Sweep your quiff back so that it lays between the two side parts. Adjust the height and width of the quiff to suit your personal taste and face shape. Use bobby pins that are the same color as your hair to keep it in place, if you need to. [12]
  6. Apply some gel or pomade to the remaining hair on the sides of your head. Brush or comb the hair backwards, past your ears. Secure it behind your ears with bobby pins.
    • If you secured the sides of your hair with bobby pins earlier, take them out first.
    • If your hair is long enough, you pull it into a high ponytail even a half-up, half-down ponytail. [13]
  7. You can also use hairspray to add shine to your quiff, but be careful not to overdo it. Not only can this weigh your hair down, but it can also make it look fake. [14]
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    What product should I use to style a quiff?
    Martin Nepton
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    Martin Nepton is a Professional Hair Stylist and Colorist at Bang Bang LA in Los Angeles, California. With over 11 years of experience, Martin specializes in helping clients express their Queer identity through hair. Martin offers personalized haircuts and color and style services with non-gender prices based on hair length. Martin holds a BA from the University of Québec at Montréal and is a Licensed Hair Stylist in California.
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    If you want something that has more volume, try using a styling mousse so your hair keeps its shape.
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      • If you want to add even more volume to uncut hair, shape your curls with hot rollers first. [15] If you don't have hot rollers, then use regular rollers or a curling iron.
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      Things You'll Need

      Styling an Undercut

      • Brush
      • Mousse or gel
      • Hairdryer (optional)
      • Pomade, if needed
      • Hairspray

      Styling Uncut Hair

      • Brush
      • Rat-tail comb
      • Mousse
      • Hairspray
      • Styling wax or gel
      • Bobby pins


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      References

      1. ↑ Martin Nepton. Professional Hair Stylist. Expert Interview. 17 November 2020.
      2. ↑ https://www.allthingshair.com/en-us/mens-hairstyles/quiff/cool-quiff-curly-hair/
      3. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Njinb9AY92A
      4. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Njinb9AY92A
      5. ↑ https://www.allthingshair.com/en-us/mens-hairstyles/quiff/cool-quiff-curly-hair/
      6. ↑ https://www.naturallycurly.com/curlreading/hairstyles/quiff-for-curly-hair/
      7. ↑ https://www.hairstyle.com/article/how-to-make-the-perfect-quiff-for-long-or-short-hair_a4491/1
      8. ↑ Martin Nepton. Professional Hair Stylist. Expert Interview. 17 November 2020.
      9. ↑ https://www.hairstyle.com/article/how-to-make-the-perfect-quiff-for-long-or-short-hair_a4491/1
      1. ↑ https://www.naturallycurly.com/curlreading/hairstyles/quiff-for-curly-hair/
      2. ↑ https://www.hairstyle.com/article/how-to-make-the-perfect-quiff-for-long-or-short-hair_a4491/1
      3. ↑ https://www.naturallycurly.com/curlreading/hairstyles/quiff-for-curly-hair/
      4. ↑ https://www.hairstyle.com/article/how-to-make-the-perfect-quiff-for-long-or-short-hair_a4491/1
      5. ↑ https://www.naturallycurly.com/curlreading/hairstyles/quiff-for-curly-hair/
      6. ↑ https://www.naturallycurly.com/curlreading/hairstyles/quiff-for-curly-hair/

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