Beauty
The edgy chop has taken TikTok by storm.
The style in question?
So you could chalk it up as anotherbeauty trend TikTokhas recycled and renamed, she says.
Read on for expert tips on how to achieve the look on your own.
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What Is The Octopus Haircut?
According to hairstylistJennifer Korab, the octopus tends to be longer in length than the mullet.
Octopus cuts are super trendy because of their hybrid evolution, he says.
Theyre new and exciting with hints of nostalgia, which we all love.
Not only that, but the octopus is low-maintenance, which only adds to its appeal.
But stylists recommend that a professional should do the chopping as it requireslotsof layering.
This results in finer, slender layers below, she continues.
Begin by determining where you want your shortest layer, says Evans.
I recommend around your chin/cheek area to get the look, he shares.
If your hairs extra long, Korab suggests getting choppy, visible layers that resemble the octopus tentacle silhouette.
Air-dryingcomplements the overall edgy, effortless vibe perfectly, says Korab.
According to Boatman, styling the octopus cut really depends on yourhairs texture.
Thinkpurposely messy, she says.
Williams is especially fond of Amika, R+Co, andOribes sprays for enhancing the layers of the octopus.
If youre super into styling, however, Abramite recommendsround brushingthe layers when blowing out your hair.
For this, she suggests using theTrademark Beauty Easy Bloblow-dryer (after applyingheat protectant, of course).
This combines a dryer and brush in one.
For curly and/or textured hair, Williams suggests a soft holdcurl serum and/or gelfor hydration and definition.
Finally, finish off the look withshine serumon the ends, and voila: Youve mastered the octopus cut.
This article was originally published onMarch 1, 2022
