Women’s haircut “hedgehog” for short and medium hair (with photo, video)
Luxurious curls have always been considered an adornment of a woman, but in the 20s of the last century, much has changed.
Girls began to master men's professions, try on men's wardrobe items and, of course, short haircuts.
Today, a short female hedgehog haircut is quite popular among self-confident beauties, even the ultra-short length of the strands allows its owner to remain elegant and stylish.
Let's find out how to wear such a hairstyle, to whom it suits and where it is appropriate.
Hedgehog hairstyle options
The hairstyle got its name due to the obvious resemblance to the mammal of the same name – the hair is cut so short that it sticks up like needles.
Running your hand through this hair, you will feel a tingling sensation.
Even in the modern world, such haircuts are worn mainly by men, but what leads the ladies who decide to cut their curls almost to the root?
In fact, the hedgehog hairstyle allows you to vary the length from a few millimeters to several centimeters, as well as use different lengths of strands within one haircut.
In the photo – a female hedgehog haircut for short hair, made with scissors, the length of the strands is about 3 cm, this hairstyle is recommended for girls with thin obedient hair:
Too coarse hair will stick out, it is better to cut it shorter or even wear elongated curls.
With the help of a clipper, you can make strands as short as 3 mm – a radical solution, especially for a girl who wore medium-length hair.
Depending on the shape of the skull, the hairdresser can recommend two lengths with a smooth transition – the strands are made a little longer on the crown of the head, and shorter on the temples and back of the head.
Pros and cons of a hedgehog haircut
As you know, female nature is changeable, so many girls change the length of their hair over time, growing and cutting strands. But those who at least once decided on global changes in the form of a hedgehog, for sure, appreciated its merits:
- Washing your hair no longer needs to be planned – you can wash your hair while taking a shower, because it dries very quickly even without a hair dryer
- No need to use conditioners and balms – short strands simply do not need this kind of care. It also eliminates the need for masks.
- The hairstyle does not need to be styled, this is a huge savings in time, as well as styling products
- The hairstyle looks original and unusual, you will always be in the spotlight
- You can regularly experiment with a shade of hair. The strands grow back very quickly – you cut off the previous color and apply a new one to your natural shade
It is not necessary to dress in a unisex style or wear sportswear, on the contrary, a bob haircut will emphasize your femininity if you use rich makeup and elegant jewelry.
Even if you do not take courage, weigh not only the pros, but also the cons of the hedgehog hairstyle.
This haircut is suitable only for girls with the correct shape of the skull, neat ears and a beautiful oval face.
When cutting your hair so short, be prepared for the fact that all imperfections will be noticeable, including skin defects on the face.
To keep the haircut neat, you need to visit the hairdresser regularly, and this is a financial and time cost.
The hedgehog implies the mandatory presence of makeup, otherwise you will look like a guy.
If you are used to not wearing makeup at all or very rarely, look for a more feminine hairstyle for yourself.
Despite the chic opportunity to experiment with color, it is impossible to modify the styling – you will have only one option for weekdays and holidays.
And one more thing – the hair will no longer be able to protect you from the cold and wind, at first it will be unusual and uncomfortable for you.
"Hedgehog" with bangs and crown
On the video – a female haircut hedgehog with bangs, this detail softens the image and makes it more familiar to the eyes of others:
Do not make bangs too long, otherwise the hairstyle will look like a pixie.
The bangs are formed not only from the front strands – they also capture the parietal ones so that the transition is smooth.
Bangs can be straight or oblique, but always profiled.
With the help of bangs, you can correct the oval of the face, add femininity, and also hide the hairline on the forehead and temples. Not all girls have a hairline that looks beautiful – bangs will mask all the flaws.
Surely, you have seen a hedgehog haircut on the crown on girls – in fact, on the crown, the strands, on the contrary, are cut longer, and the classic hedgehog remains at the temples and the back of the head.
In the direction of the face along the crown, the length of the strands is gradually reduced.
This option is suitable for girls with a wide face and a low forehead, because the volume at the top allows you to visually stretch your face.
Spectacular "hedgehog" on medium length hair
In the photo – a female haircut hedgehog for medium hair, of course, this is not a classic hedgehog – there are only trimmed areas:
Often, with the help of a machine, the temples and the back of the head are cut short, and the crown and crown are left of moderate length.
Asymmetrical hairstyles look spectacular – the hair is parted on the crown of the head on the right, the right side of the head is cut short, and the left side remains long.
You can complement the classic hedgehog with long strands, leaving curls at the temples and at the back of the head.
The longer these strands, the greater the contrast with the rest of the head and the more interesting the hairstyle looks.
Do not think that the hedgehog excludes any hair accessories.
You can try on sports-style knitted headbands, lace ribbons and boho-style scarves, all kinds of bandanas and even pill hats – the latter are attached with hairdressing glue to strands of any length.
A hedgehog haircut is a combination of advantages and disadvantages, which can be mildly called features and warnings.
If you are sure that such a hairstyle will suit you, feel free to experiment and do not forget about other details of the image.