A bixie is a short haircut halfway between a bob and a pixie. It has the length of a very short bob with the choppy layers and shaping of a pixie. Here's what sets it apart, who it suits, what to ask your stylist for and how to style it.
Bixie haircut at a glance
- Length: About ear to jaw length
- Shape: Shaggy layers, tapered nape, longer around the face
- Maintenance: Low to medium
- Trim every: 5 to 7 weeks
What makes it different
It gives the lightness of a pixie with more softness around the face, and it's a comfortable way to grow out a pixie or to go short gradually.
Who it suits
Fine hair, which looks fuller with the layers, and oval, heart and square faces. Thick hair needs texturizing so it doesn't balloon.
Not sure about your face shape? Find it with the free face shape detector, or read our guide to face shapes.
How to ask your stylist for a bixie haircut
- Ask for a bixie: bob length around the face, pixie-style layers.
- Say whether to cover the ears.
- Choose a fringe: side-swept or curtain.
- Bring a photo. Stylists use these names differently, and a picture removes the guesswork.
How to style it
Add mousse at the roots, blow dry with your fingers and finish with a little texture paste.
Variations
- Shaggy bixie: more layers and a fringe.
- Sleek bixie: smoother, tucked behind the ears.
- Mixie: a pixie with a slightly longer, mullet-like back.
Try it before you cut
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FAQ
What is a bixie haircut?
A bixie is a short haircut halfway between a bob and a pixie.
Who suits a bixie haircut?
Fine hair, which looks fuller with the layers, and oval, heart and square faces. Thick hair needs texturizing so it doesn't balloon.
How often does it need a trim?
About every 5 to 7 weeks.
