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Layered Wolf Cut on Natural Hair

If the shag and the mullet had a baby, it would be the wolf cut. On natural hair, this means maximum volume up top and beautifully tapered ends.

A Black woman with a trendy, voluminous, and heavily layered wolf cut on her natural curly hair.
Yes, you can get a wolf cut on natural hair! This guide shows you how the modern shag/mullet hybrid can unlock your curl's volume and give you an edgy, cool look.
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Did you know?

The Wolf Cut is a viral hairstyle that became extremely popular on social media platforms like TikTok in the early 2020s, combining the '70s shag with the '80s mullet.

KEY BENEFITS OF HAIRSTYLE

Benefits
  1. Creates a massive amount of volume at the crown.


  2. Removes weight, which can make curls bouncier.


  3. Wash-and-go friendly.


  4. Edgy, trendy, and low-effort look.


  5. The layers beautifully frame the face.

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How to ask your stylist for this hairstyle 

Tips

Ask for a "wolf cut" or a "curly shag." Tell your stylist you want lots of short layers on top for volume, face-framing pieces/bangs, and longer layers in the back. Find a curl specialist!

People also ask 

Question & Answer

What is the difference between a Deva cut and a wolf cut?

A Deva cut is a technique for cutting curly hair to enhance its natural shape. A wolf cut is a specific style of haircut (a shag/mullet). You can ask a Deva-certified stylist to give you a wolf cut using their dry-cutting technique.

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