Curly hair comes in beautiful waves, spirals, and coils—each with its own unique personality. Finding the right style for your curls can transform your entire look and boost your confidence. Whether you have loose waves or tight coils, these hairstyles will help you embrace and showcase your natural texture in all its glory.
1. Layered Shag Cut
Shaggy layers create movement and volume while removing bulk from thick curls. The varied lengths allow curls to spring up naturally in their best form.
Perfect for all curl types from 2A waves to 4C coils, this versatile cut frames your face beautifully while keeping maintenance surprisingly simple.
2. Corte Pixie rizado
Short doesn’t mean boring for curly hair! A pixie rizado showcases your texture while keeping styling time minimal.
Longer on top with tapered sides gives you styling versatility. Keep the crown pieces long enough to show off your beautiful curl pattern while enjoying the ease of short hair.
3. Shoulder-Length Bob
The curly bob hits that sweet spot between short and long. Cut to shoulder length, it offers bounce without overwhelming your frame.
Ask your stylist for subtle layers throughout to encourage definition. This length works wonders for those transitioning from heat damage or growing out shorter styles.
4. Nudos bantúes
Bantu knots celebrate texture while protecting your strands. Section your hair, twist each section tightly, then wrap around itself to form knots.
Wear them as a protective style for days or unravel for a gorgeous knot-out with defined curls. This versatile style works beautifully on type 3 and 4 hair.
5. Corte lobo rizado
En corte lobo combines the best of mullet and shag styles for curly hair. Heavy layers create a beautifully wild, untamed look that celebrates natural texture.
Shorter layers around the crown create volume where you want it most. The longer back sections provide movement and that coveted carefree vibe curly hair wears so well.
6. Wash and Go
The ultimate low-maintenance style for naturally curly hair! Simply cleanse, condition, and apply your favorite styling products to wet hair.
Allow your curls to air dry or use a diffuser for extra volume. The key is finding products that enhance your specific curl pattern without weighing it down.
7. Rizos con barrido lateral
Create dramatic asymmetry by sweeping your curls to one side. This style works with any length but looks particularly stunning on longer curly hair.
Use bobby pins to secure the less-full side if needed. The deep side part creates instant volume and frames your face in an incredibly flattering way.
8. Curly Updo with Tendrils
Gather your curls into a loose, high bun or ponytail, leaving a few face-framing tendrils free. This creates an effortlessly elegant look for any occasion.
The contrast between the pulled-back sections and free-flowing tendrils highlights your bone structure. Embrace the natural texture of the loose pieces for that perfect undone-yet-polished vibe.
9. Tapered Natural Cut
Shorter sides with length on top creates a striking silhouette for coily and kinky textures. The graduated cut showcases your curl pattern while being incredibly easy to maintain.
The tapered cut works beautifully with your natural growth pattern. Ask your stylist to keep enough length on top to show off your gorgeous texture.
10. Half-Up Crown Braid
Combine the best of both worlds—some hair up, some down—with a crown braid that showcases your curls. Braid just the top section of your hair around the crown.
The contrast between the sleek braid and free-flowing curls creates beautiful texture play. This style keeps hair off your face while still letting your curls shine.
11. Long Curly Layers
Long layers prevent curly hair from falling flat or forming a triangle shape. Ask for layers that start at chin level and continue throughout.
The varying lengths create dimension and movement, allowing curls to stack beautifully. This cut works magic on looser curl patterns that need shape without losing length.
12. Curly Fringe
Flequillo rizado add personality and frame your face beautifully. Ask your stylist to cut them dry and longer than you think—curls will spring up significantly!
The contrast between the shorter fringe and longer lengths creates interesting dimension. This playful addition works with virtually any curly hairstyle, from bobs to long layers.
13. Twist-Out
Twist-outs create defined, uniform curl patterns that last for days. Simply section damp hair, apply styling product, and twist each section before allowing to dry completely.
Unravel when fully dry and separate gently for volume. This technique works beautifully on type 3 and 4 hair, creating stunning definition with minimal heat damage.
14. Mohawk rizado
Embrace edge with a curly mohawk that celebrates your texture! Keep the sides short or braided with a strip of curls running down the center.
The height and volume of your natural curls create dramatic impact. This bold style works with all curl patterns and can be adjusted to be as subtle or dramatic as you prefer.
15. Updo piña
The pineapple—gathering curls loosely at the crown—preserves curl pattern overnight and doubles as a stylish look for day wear. Use a loose scrunchie to prevent dents.
Height at the crown creates a flattering silhouette while keeping curls off your neck. Leave tendrils free around your face for a softer, more romantic effect.
16. Curly Lob (Long Bob)
En lob rizado—a bob that hits between chin and shoulders—offers the perfect balance of length and bounce. This cut gives curls room to spring up without excessive weight.
Ask for subtle layers to prevent the dreaded triangle shape. The collarbone-grazing length works beautifully across all face shapes and curl patterns.
17. Bobinas de dedo
Create perfectly defined spirals by twirling small sections of hair around your finger. This technique works beautifully on shorter lengths of type 3 and 4 hair.
The result is uniform, springy coils with amazing definition. Though time-consuming to create, finger coils can last for days with proper nighttime protection.