Courtney Bond specializes in short hair, color correction, vivids and pastels.
The pixie haircut has had a long run, as it suits many hair types and can be tailored to different face shapes. A much-read article on our site refers to the enduring power of the pixie, and in it we spotlighted an artist whose superpowers include making short hair versatile and effortlessly stylish. Courtney Bond (@courtneyparamour) and her masterful cut and color content is accompanied by captions that instruct both the client and the professional.
We reached out to Bond to help us answer an often-Googled question: How to grow out a pixie without moving into a mullet?
While we love a good mullet, we know that once a client has gotten past their pixie and wants to start growing it out, they'll need some guidance--and Bond offers it here.
How-to Grow Out a Pixie
MODERN: For a long-time pixie wearer who wants to let it grow, how often should they be coming for a cut?
Courtney: Ideally, the stylist will do a couple clean ups about 4-6 weeks apart. An actual full haircut would only be necessary every 2 or 3 months for most people. This allows for progress to be made while still keeping it tidy.
MODERN: For the stylist, what should they be keeping in mind during these appointments?
Courtney:The stylist should keep in mind that you don’t have to cut everything every time. Typically just the nape will need to be cut and maybe some thinning for clean up appointments. Allowing this type of appointment as often as they need, in a short time slot and for an appropriate fee will make the grow out much easier for the client.
MODERN: How do you keep adjusting the shape with the trims?
Courtney:The standard grow out consists of trying to gain length from the top and front, while keeping the nape short and tight. Usually the goal is to get it into a bob as the first step so only bringing the nape area up and in will go a long way.
MODERN: What kind of product will help during this transition period?
Courtney: Heat protectant is crucial because there may be more flat ironing to control the hair. A hair spray or dry texture spray can help control the direction. I would be cautious with waxes and pomades as they do not feel good in bushy hair.
MODERN: What kind of styling tips would you offer?
Courtney:My number one styling solution for the pixie grow out is to do a very far over side part and then tucking the side with less hair. Playing around with parts and tucking and not being sold on one style will be crucial on days when the hair is particularly tenacious.
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