24 Curly Pixie Haircuts That Work With Your Texture

A curly pixie shows that short hair and curls go well together. When it's cut right, the curls do the work for you. They add height and bounce and make your hair look full, which a straight pixie has to fake. The trick is in the cut. A good stylist cuts curly hair dry, so they can see how each curl sits and springs up. Curly hair always shrinks, so if it's cut wet, you end up shorter than you wanted. A bit of length on top lets the curls fall around your face, and shorter sides keep the bulk down. Best of all, there's no heat and no relaxer needed, just some curl cream and a diffuser. Here are 24 to think about.

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Curly Pixie With a Longer Top

This is the best one to start with. Short sides and back with a bit more length on top lets the curls sit up and fall around your face.

Leaving some length on top stops the cut looking flat, since curls need a little room to spring.

It adds height and makes your hair look thicker. Have it cut dry so the length is right after your curls shrink up.

Tapered Curly Pixie

Short at the sides and the back of the neck, getting fuller as it goes up to the curls on top.

Taking the sides down keeps the bulk down where curly hair tends to get wide, so the shape stays neat and easy.

It looks natural and works fine at the office. Use a curl cream on top, and the short sides need nothing.

Curly Pixie With an Undercut

A curly pixie with the sides or the back of the neck shaved short under the curls on top.

The shaved part takes out the weight and tidies up the sides, which is why a lot of people with tight coils go for it.

The mix of the shaved bit and the bouncy curls looks great, and it cuts down your styling time. Keep the top long enough for the curls to fall over the shaved part.

Coily Pixie

A short pixie on tight 4C coils, cut close and shaped to show off the coil pattern.

Because coily hair is dense, this cut gets natural height and shape that looser hair can't get.

Shrinkage helps you here, springing the coils up into a full, round shape. A bit of cream keeps the coils soft and neat.

Wavy Pixie

A pixie that works with a natural wave instead of fighting it, with layers that help the wave show.

The soft waves add gentle movement and fall nicely around your face. It's an easier, softer version of the curly pixie.

It suits looser waves well. Scrunch in a little product and let it dry on its own.

Curly Pixie Bob

A slightly longer version that sits around your ears, halfway between a pixie and a bob, so you have more hair to play with.

The extra length gives you more styling options while the short shape keeps the curls up and full.

Shorter in the back and longer in the front makes your face look longer. It grows out softly and stays easy to look after.

Curly Pixie With Bangs

A curly pixie with a curly fringe across the forehead.

The bangs frame your face and add more texture, which softens the whole cut.

They work well if you wear glasses. Keep them long enough that they don't shrink up too short.

Curly Pixie With Micro Bangs

A bolder version with very short curly bangs sitting high on the forehead.

The tiny fringe is a fun, standout detail that draws your eye up to the face.

It suits anyone who wants something that gets noticed. The curl in the bangs breaks up the look so the forehead doesn't seem heavy.

Shaggy Curly Pixie

A curly pixie with choppy, uneven layers for more movement and an undone feel.

The layers show off your natural texture and stop the cut from looking too neat.

It's easy by design. Let it dry on its own with a curl product and ruffle it with your fingers.

Curly Wolf Pixie

A pixie mixed with a wolf cut, with lots of choppy layers for a wild, undone look on curly hair.

The heavy layers give the curls plenty of shape. It's a bold, rock-and-roll take.

It suits anyone who wants an edgy look. Style it with your fingers for a messy, windswept finish.

Vintage Curl Pixie

A pixie styled with soft, old-Hollywood curls and flips. It's neat but still full of texture.

The curls sit loose, a bit like finger waves but softer and more natural, which gives shape and volume.

It's good if you want texture with a dressed-up finish. A little setting and some shine spray keep the curls in place.

Finger-Wave Curly Pixie

A curly pixie set into neat waves that lie flat against your head.

The waves give a nice retro look that dresses the cut up for a special day.

It works for events and for every day. A styling gel holds the waves.

Uneven Curly Pixie

A curly pixie cut longer on one side than the other.

The uneven lengths add a bit of personality and a modern twist to the curls.

It suits anyone who wants something a little different. Sweeping the longer side over shows off the shape.

Side-Swept Curly Pixie

A curly pixie with longer pieces at the front swept over to one side.

The sweep softens your face and makes it look a little longer, which is nice on rounder faces.

It gives an easy, soft finish. Tuck the longer pieces behind one ear or let them hang.

Neat Curly Pixie

A curly pixie shaped so the curls look tidy, with a bit of softness left at the temples and the crown.

The careful shaping shows off the curl pattern, while the soft top and sides stop it looking harsh.

It's bold and very easy to look after. The cut does the work, so you barely have to style it.

Messy Curly Pixie

A curly pixie left loose and undone on purpose, with lots of texture and separated curls.

The messy, lived-in look is the whole point, and it's light and easy.

It's meant to look a bit undone, so there's nothing to fuss over. A curl product and a light dry is all it needs.

Curly Pixie With Highlights

A curly pixie with a few lighter pieces put through it to bring out the texture.

The lighter bits catch on the curls and add depth, which makes the pattern stand out.

It's a great wash-and-go look with a bit more going on. Ask for the lighter pieces to follow the curls so it looks natural.

Brown and Blonde Curly Pixie

A curly pixie in a mix of brown and blonde.

The mix of shades adds warmth and depth that suits the natural movement of the curls.

It looks soft and up to date. Let it dry on its own instead of over-styling it.

Copper Curly Pixie

A curly pixie in a warm copper colour.

The colour adds personality and catches the light through the curls without taking over.

It suits anyone who wants a bit of warmth. A colour-safe curl cream keeps the shade and the coils healthy.

Red Curly Pixie

A bold curly pixie in a bright red.

The strong colour with the short curly shape makes a confident, eye-catching look.

It's for anyone ready to stand out. Keep the curls well defined so the colour looks clean.

Curly Pixie for Older Women

A curly pixie shaped to add volume and softness for older curly or wavy hair.

Curls give grey and older hair lovely body and make it look fuller, and a pixie keeps them lifted and easy.

Bangs can soften your face and are handy if you wear glasses. A shine product keeps grey curls looking bright.

Silver Curly Pixie

A curly pixie that shows off natural silver or grey.

The cool silver against the curls looks modern rather than old-fashioned.

It looks confident and current, and the short shape keeps upkeep low. A purple product stops the silver going brassy.

Razor-Cut Curly Pixie

A curly pixie shaped with a razor for extra texture and movement.

The razor adds softness, which gives a fresh, youthful finish that suits older hair well.

It works for anyone wanting volume and a modern shape. Keep in mind that razored ends need conditioning to stay healthy.

Very Short Curly Pixie

A very short curly pixie cut close all over, the boldest one here.

The short length puts your curls and your face front and centre.

It's the easiest wash-and-go option there is. A little leave-in keeps the short coils soft. Our natural short hairstyles post has more short natural cuts.