24 Side Part Hairstyles for Women: Expert Looks, Tips & Images

Hi, I’m Lena — a salon stylist with more than 10 years of hands-on experience creating cuts and looks that flatter real life. Side part hairstyles are one of my go-to techniques because they instantly change balance, add volume, and frame the face without a dramatic cut. In this post I showcase 24 side-part looks across lengths and textures — from sleek bobs and soft waves to layered long hair and playful pixie variations. These styles suit round, oval, and heart-shaped faces when placed strategically; fine hair benefits from a deeper side part for lift, while thick hair looks polished with a softer, blended part. I’ll share pro styling tips you can use at home: correct wet/dry parting, the right brushes and tools, product recommendations for hold and texture, and quick salon hacks to refresh your part between cuts. Browse the 24 images for step-by-step inspiration and pick the side part that fits your lifestyle.

Textured Tousled Short Shag Bob — Ideal for Fine to Medium Hair

A modern, textured short shag bob with soft, face-framing pieces that reads tousled and effortless. Best suited to fine-to-medium straight or naturally wavy hair — this cut adds visible movement and lift at the crown; thicker hair can work but may require strategic thinning. Styling technique: towel-dry, apply a lightweight volumizing mousse at the roots and a sea-salt spray through the mid-lengths, then rough-dry while lifting the crown with fingers or a round brush. Create loose bends using a 1 curling wand or flat iron, alternating directions for a natural, piecey finish. Use fingers to break up the curls and apply a pea-sized amount of texturizing paste to define ends. Tools needed: blow-dryer (preferably with nozzle), round brush, 1 curling wand or small flat iron, sectioning clips, wide-tooth comb. Products required: heat protectant, volumizing mousse or root spray, sea-salt/texturizing spray, light-hold hairspray, finishing paste or powder, occasional shine serum. Difficulty: moderate — achievable at home in 10–20 minutes with practice. Maintenance: trim every 6–8 weeks, use dry shampoo between washes to preserve texture, deep-condition weekly if colored or heat-styled, and sleep on a silk pillowcase to reduce frizz.

Vintage Side‑Swept Sculpted Wave Bob — Glossy Finger‑Wave Short Hairstyle

This polished vintage side‑swept sculpted wave bob suits straight to softly wavy hair in medium to thick densities; very fine hair can wear it but will need texturizing products and root padding. Start with clean, towel‑dried hair: apply a heat protectant and a light setting lotion or mousse. Create a deep side part, blow‑dry smooth with a round brush and concentrator nozzle to set the direction. Using a 1

Long Asymmetrical Side-Swept Hair with Undercut — Sleek Volume & Texture

This long asymmetrical side-swept style with a close undercut suits straight to wavy medium-to-thick hair and can be adapted for finer hair with layering or extensions. Start with a professional undercut and long layered lengths on the opposite side. To style: towel-dry, apply a heat protectant and a small amount of volumizing mousse at the roots, then blow-dry using a round brush to create smooth volume through the crown, directing hair over the face. Smooth lengths with a flat iron and add a gentle bend at the ends for movement. Finish by working a pea-size smoothing oil through midlengths and ends and spritzing a light texturizing spray for separation. Tools: blow dryer with nozzle, medium round brush, paddle brush, flat iron, sectioning clips; clippers are required for the undercut. Products: heat protectant, volumizing mousse, smoothing oil/cream, light hairspray and dry shampoo. Difficulty: intermediate — requires a professional cut for balanced asymmetry; daily styling takes about 10–15 minutes. Maintenance: refresh the undercut every 3–6 weeks, trim long layers every 8–12 weeks, deep-condition weekly, and use dry shampoo between washes to preserve shape and volume.

Asymmetric Undercut with Long Textured Side‑Swept Waves

This edgy yet wearable look pairs a clipped undercut with long, textured layers swept to one side — ideal for medium to thick straight or wavy hair. Fine hair can achieve the shape with shorter layering and root‑boosting products; very tight curls should be relaxed or smoothed for the same silhouette. Technique: start with a precise clipper undercut and long top length left intact, then use point‑cutting and razor texturizing to remove bulk and create movement. For daily styling, blow‑dry the long side with a round brush or diffuser to build volume, then define loose waves with a 1–1½ inch curling iron or a flat iron used for bends; finish by sweeping hair across the part and tacking the shaved side with a light pomade. Tools: clippers, professional scissors, razor, blow dryer, round brush, curling/flat iron, sectioning clips. Products: heat protectant, volumizing mousse or root lift, texturizing spray or sea‑salt spray, matte paste or light pomade, and flexible hairspray. Difficulty: Moderate — requires a skilled salon cut and 10–20 minutes daily styling. Maintenance: clipper touch‑ups every 2–4 weeks, shape trims every 6–8 weeks, regular deep conditioning, and refresh with dry shampoo or texturizer between washes.

Deep Side Part Glossy Vintage Waves for Medium-to-Long Hair

This polished, deep-side-part style with sculpted vintage waves suits medium-to-long straight or slightly wavy hair and works best on medium to thick textures that hold shape. Start on clean, towel-dried hair: apply a heat protectant and a light volumizing mousse or setting lotion at the roots. Create a precise deep side part with a tail comb, blow-dry smooth with a round brush for tension, then form large S-waves using a 1¼–1½ inch curling iron or a Marcel iron. Place each curl into a clip to cool and set the curve, then gently brush through with a boar-bristle or paddle brush to smooth into continuous waves. Tools needed: tail comb, blow dryer with nozzle, round brush, 1¼–1½ curling or Marcel iron, duckbill clips, boar-bristle brush. Products required: heat protectant, light mousse or setting lotion, smoothing serum or pomade for flyaways, medium-hold hairspray, optional shine spray. Difficulty: moderate — salon technique for consistent vintage waves but achievable at home with practice. Maintenance: sleep on a silk pillowcase or resecure waves with loose pin curls, refresh with dry shampoo, touch up individual waves as needed, and trim regularly to maintain healthy ends and glossy shape.

Asymmetrical Short Pixie-Bob with Side-Swept Wave

This polished asymmetrical pixie-bob works best on straight to slightly wavy hair and fine to medium densities. The cut features a longer, side-swept front fringe and a graduated, tapered nape to create the soft curve over the ear. To style, start on towel-dried hair with a small amount of volumizing mousse at the roots. Create a deep side part and blow-dry using a medium round brush, directing the longer front section forward and under to form the sculpted wave. For definition, briefly run a small flat iron or curling iron through the fringe to create a single soft bend, then cool and set the shape. Tools: blow dryer, medium round brush, small flat iron or 19–25 mm curling iron, tail comb and sectioning clips. Products: heat protectant, lightweight smoothing cream or pomade for control, light-hold hairspray and dry shampoo for midday refresh. Difficulty: intermediate — cutting requires precision and styling is quick once proportions are learned. Maintenance: schedule trims every 4–6 weeks to maintain the shape, use weekly deep conditioning if color-treated, sleep on a silk pillowcase and refresh with a spritz of water and styling cream or dry shampoo between washes.

Asymmetrical Side-Swept Waves with Undercut — Voluminous Textured Look

This asymmetrical style pairs a close undercut on one side with long, side‑swept textured waves on the other — ideal for clients wanting edge with movement. Best suited to medium-to-thick hair for natural volume; fine hair can wear it with added layering or clip‑in pieces, while very curly hair benefits from a relaxed blowout before shaping. Technique: start with a layered cut that preserves weight on the long side and a clean tapered undercut. On damp hair apply a volumizing mousse or root lift and heat protectant, then blow‑dry using a round brush to lift roots and smooth lengths. Create loose, alternating waves with a 1–1.25” curling wand, pin curls to cool where you want extra hold, then finger‑comb for softness. Tools: blow dryer, round brush, curling wand, flat iron for touchups, sectioning clips. Products: volumizer/root lift, heat protectant, texturizing spray, lightweight finishing serum, and a flexible hold hairspray. Difficulty: intermediate — requires clipper precision and practiced curling technique. Maintenance: trim the undercut every 3–6 weeks, refresh layers every 6–8 weeks, deep‑condition monthly, and use dry shampoo between washes to preserve volume and shape.

Textured Tousled Short Bob with Side‑Swept Fringe

This modern short bob works best on fine to medium hair and can be adapted for thicker textures by adding internal texturing. The cut is kept at chin to nape length with graduated layers and a long side‑swept fringe to frame the face. To style: towel‑dry then apply a lightweight root‑lifting mousse or spray and heat protectant. Rough‑dry while directing hair away from the face to build volume at the crown, using a 1–1.5 round brush for a soft bend at the ends. For piecey separation, run a flat iron or 25mm curling wand through random sections to create subtle bends, then finger‑comb. Finish with a light salt or texturizing spray and a pea‑size amount of matte pomade to define ends and control flyaways. Tools needed: hairdryer, round brush, flat iron or curling wand, sectioning clips, wide‑tooth comb. Products: heat protectant, root lift mousse, texturizing spray, light hairspray. Difficulty: moderate — basic blow‑dry and heat skills required. Maintenance: trim every 6–8 weeks, use a lightweight conditioner, refresh with dry shampoo between washes, and ask your stylist to adjust layering for seasonal volume changes.

Side-Swept Wavy Asymmetric Undercut with Textured Layers

This bold asymmetric undercut with long, side-swept waves works best on medium to thick hair and natural waves or loose curls; fine hair can wear it with added layering and volumizing products, while very coarse hair benefits from smoothing treatments. Technique: start with a precision salon cut—one side clipped close with a soft fade and the other side left long with graduated layers to add movement. For daily styling, work on damp hair: apply a lightweight volumizing mousse and a heat protectant, blow-dry with a round brush or diffuser to build root lift, then create loose, face-framing waves with a 1–1.25

Asymmetrical Undercut Lob with Textured Waves

This edgy yet wearable look pairs a one-sided undercut with a long, textured lob — ideal for medium to thick hair and straight-to-wavy textures. The style is created by shaving or clipping one side short (grade 1–3) while leaving length on the opposite side with long, face-framing layers and soft texturizing. Start with a clean, towel-dried base: apply a lightweight volumizing mousse at roots and a heat protectant through lengths. Blow-dry with a round brush to build volume at the crown, then create loose waves with a 1–1.25 curling wand or a flat iron, alternating directions and finishing with finger-combing to break up the curls. Tools: clippers, scissors, thinning shears, sectioning clips, round brush, blow dryer, curling wand/flat iron. Products: heat protectant, volumizing mousse, sea-salt/texturizing spray, lightweight paste or cream for definition, flexible-hold hairspray. Difficulty: intermediate — you’ll want a professional for the undercut and layering; daily styling is straightforward. Maintenance: trim the undercut every 4–6 weeks, shape length every 8–12 weeks, use weekly deep conditioning, and sleep on silk to reduce frizz.

Sleek Vintage Side-Swept Short Bob with Sculpted Finger Waves

This short, side-parted bob with sculpted finger waves flatters fine to medium, straight or slightly wavy hair. The cut sits at jaw-to-ear length to create defined curvature and a polished, vintage-glam silhouette. To style, start on damp hair: apply a lightweight volumizing mousse and heat protectant, then create a deep side part with a tail comb. Blow-dry smooth with a medium round brush, directing ends under. Use a 1 curling iron or Marcel iron to form S-shaped waves, clip each wave to cool for stronger memory, then release and softly blend with fingertips. Finish with a light-to-medium hold hairspray and a touch of shine serum or lightweight pomade to tame flyaways. Tools needed: hairdryer, 1 curling/Marcel iron, medium round brush, tail comb, soft setting clips. Products required: volumizing mousse or setting lotion, heat protectant, medium-hold hairspray, shine serum. Difficulty: moderate — requires precision to shape consistent waves. Maintenance: sleep on silk or loosely wrap with a silk scarf, refresh with dry shampoo and quick iron touch-ups between washes, and book trims every 6–8 weeks to keep the line crisp.

Side‑Swept Vintage Waves — Voluminous Low Sweep for Medium‑Long Hair

Suitability: Best for medium to fine straight or slightly wavy hair in medium‑to‑long lengths; thicker hair can wear this look with additional smoothing and heavier products. Ideal for formal events or polished everyday wear. Styling technique: Blow‑dry with a round brush to build crown lift, apply a root‑lift at the front, then create large, loose S‑waves with a 1¼–2 curling iron or hot rollers. Roll sections away from the face, cool completely, then gently brush or finger‑comb waves into a soft sweep. Pin one side behind the ear or secure a low twisted tuck to hold shape. Tools needed: blow dryer, large round brush, 1¼–2 curling iron or hot rollers, tail comb, sectioning clips, bobby pins. Products required: heat protectant, lightweight volumizing mousse/root lifter, smoothing cream or light oil, medium‑hold hairspray, shine spray. Difficulty level: Medium — achievable at home with practice; faster in salon. Maintenance tips: Refresh roots with dry shampoo, lightly touch up waves with the iron, sleep on a silk pillowcase or loose wrap, and use weekly deep conditioning to keep ends smooth and shiny.

Retro Side-Parted Hollywood Waves for Medium to Thick Hair

This polished side-parted Hollywood wave suits medium to thick, straight to slightly wavy hair at shoulder length or longer. Start on towel-dried hair with a light heat protectant and a volumizing mousse at the roots. Create a deep side part with a tail comb, then blow-dry smooth with a large round brush, directing volume toward the face. Using a 1–1.25-inch curling iron or a Marcel iron, take vertical sections and form uniform S-shaped barrel curls; for extra hold use hot rollers on the crown. Pin each curl to cool for 8–10 minutes to set a smooth vintage wave. Release pins and gently brush through with a boar-bristle brush to merge curls into continuous waves, tucking one side behind the ear for the asymmetric profile. Finish with a medium-hold hairspray and a few drops of lightweight shine serum on the ends. Tools: blow dryer, large round brush, 1–1.25-inch iron or hot rollers, sectioning clips, boar-bristle brush. Difficulty: intermediate — 30–45 minutes. Maintenance: sleep on silk, refresh with low-heat touch-ups, use dry shampoo between washes, and trim every 6–8 weeks to maintain shape.

Asymmetrical Textured Chin-Length Bob with Side-Swept Fringe

This polished, chin-length bob with a long side-swept fringe and soft textured ends suits straight to gently wavy hair and works best on fine to medium densities. For thicker hair, remove bulk with strategic internal thinning and longer graduation. The salon cut uses an asymmetrical baseline with subtle layers and point cutting at the ends to create movement and face-framing. Styling technique: towel-dry, apply heat protectant and a lightweight volumizing mousse at the roots, then blow-dry with a medium round brush directing the fringe across the forehead. Smooth and shape ends with a flat iron if needed, twisting slightly for lived-in texture. Tools needed: blow dryer, medium round brush, flat iron, tail comb and sectioning clips. Products required: heat protectant, lightweight mousse or root lift, smoothing serum, texturizing spray or paste for piecey ends, and light-hold hairspray. Difficulty level: moderate — straightforward at home but easier with practice. Maintenance tips: trim every 6–8 weeks to keep the asymmetry sharp, deep-condition weekly, refresh with dry shampoo and texture spray on day two, and sleep on a silk pillowcase to preserve smoothness.

Asymmetrical Undercut with Long Textured Waves

This bold asymmetrical undercut pairs a close clipped side with long, textured waves on top — ideal for medium to thick hair and clients with natural wave or straight hair who want edge with length. Start in the salon with a precise clipper undercut (2–6 mm) on one side and blend into longer top length using scissors-over-comb and point-cutting to create movement. Razor texturizing removes bulk and softens the transition. For at-home styling, apply a volumizing mousse or root-lift to damp hair, blow-dry using a round brush or diffuser to enhance wave, then define pieces with a 1–1.25 in curling wand or flat iron on alternating directions for lived-in texture. Tools needed: clippers, barber scissors, thinning shears, razor, blow dryer, round brush, curling wand, clips. Products required: heat protectant, volumizing mousse or sea-salt spray, light-hold matte paste or pomade, finishing spray, occasional deep conditioner. Difficulty: intermediate — clipper work should be done by a pro; daily styling is quick. Maintenance: side touch-ups every 2–4 weeks, top trims every 6–8 weeks, regular conditioning to keep long lengths healthy and reduce breakage.

Asymmetrical Short Bob with Deep Side‑Swept Fringe and Textured Volume

This asymmetrical short bob with a deep side‑swept fringe suits straight to wavy hair and medium‑to‑thick textures best; fine hair can work with root‑lifting products and strategic layering, while very curly hair will require smoothing. The professional technique combines a precision graduated bob on the shorter side, long face‑framing layers on the heavy side, and point‑cut texture to avoid blunt lines. Style by towel‑drying and applying a lightweight volumizing mousse and heat protectant, then blow‑dry with a medium round brush to lift the roots and shape the sweep. Use a large‑barrel curling iron or flat iron to bend the ends inward for movement, and finish with a small amount of texturizing paste to define pieces. Tools needed: hairdryer, medium round brush, flat iron or 1–1.25” curling iron, tail comb, sectioning clips, and thinning/texturizing shears for the cut. Products: volumizing mousse, heat protectant, smoothing serum, texturizing paste, and medium‑hold hairspray. Difficulty: moderate — requires a tailored salon cut; daily styling takes 10–15 minutes. Maintenance: trims every 4–6 weeks, weekly hydrating masque, and dry shampoo between washes to preserve volume and shape.

Asymmetrical Side Undercut with Long Wavy Side-Sweep

This asymmetrical side undercut pairs a shaved/clippered side with long, cascading side-swept waves. Best suited to medium-to-thick hair and natural straight or wavy textures, it can be adapted for fine hair with added layering or extensions; very tight curls require smoothing before styling. The salon technique: create a deep side part, clipper the undercut to the desired length and define a hard part with a trimmer, then blend the long side with long layers for movement. Blow-dry the long side using a round brush for volume, then create loose barrel curls with a 1–1.25 curling iron, alternating direction and brushing out for soft waves. Tools: clippers and trimmer, shears, comb, round brush, blow dryer, curling iron and sectioning clips. Products: heat protectant, lightweight volumizing mousse or root-lift, smoothing cream or serum for shine, medium-hold hairspray and a salt/texturizing spray for piecey definition. Difficulty: cut requires a professional; daily styling is moderate. Maintenance: refresh the undercut every 2–6 weeks, trim long layers every 8–12 weeks, use weekly deep-conditioning and dry shampoo between washes.

Long Layered Side-Swept Beach Waves with Face-Framing Layers

This long, layered, side‑swept beach-wave is cut with soft face‑framing layers to create movement and volume. It suits medium to thick hair and natural waves best; fine hair can achieve the look with a root‑lifting product or light extensions, while very curly hair will need smoothing before styling. To create it in the salon or at home: towel‑dry, apply heat protectant and a volumizing mousse at roots, then blow‑dry with a round brush lifting at the crown. Use a 1¼–1½ curling wand to make loose, alternating-direction waves starting mid‑shaft, leaving ends slightly undone. Finger‑comb and finish with a sea‑salt or texturizing spray for separation and a light flexible hairspray to hold shape. Tools: blow dryer with nozzle, round brush, 1¼–1½ curling wand, sectioning clips, wide‑tooth comb. Products: heat protectant, volumizing mousse or root lifter, texturizing spray, lightweight serum and flexible hairspray. Difficulty: moderate (requires basic curling technique). Maintenance: trim every 8–12 weeks, use weekly deep conditioning, refresh waves with dry shampoo or mist, and sleep on a silk pillowcase or loose braid to preserve texture.

Vintage Side-Parted Mid-Length Waves with Glossy Volume

Suitable for medium- to thick-textured, shoulder- to collarbone-length hair; fine hair can adapt with root-lifting products and hot rollers, while very curly hair benefits from a light smoothing blow-dry first. Technique: create a deep side part and blow-dry with a large round brush to build root lift and smooth the lengths. Set large, loose S-shaped waves using a 1.25–1.5 curling iron or large hot rollers, directing curls away from the face. Allow each section to cool completely, then gently brush or finger-comb to blend into soft vintage waves. Tools needed: blow-dryer with nozzle, 2–3 round brush, large-barrel curling iron or hot rollers, sectioning clips, paddle or boar-bristle brush. Products required: heat protectant, volumizing mousse or root-lift at the roots, light smoothing cream or oil for ends, shine serum, and a medium-hold hairspray. Difficulty level: moderate — timing and cool-setting are key. Maintenance tips: sleep on silk or use a scarf, refresh roots with dry shampoo, do quick iron touch-ups on day two, and trim every 8–10 weeks to maintain the curved, weighted ends.

Side‑Swept Long Layers with Soft Salon Waves

This polished, side‑swept long wave works best on medium to thick hair and on straight to naturally wavy textures; finer hair can still achieve the look with added layers and root‑lift. Create the shape by establishing a deep side part, blow‑drying with a medium round brush to smooth the top and add volume at the roots, then set large, loose S‑waves with a 1¼–1½ inch curling iron or hot rollers. Curl sections away from the face on the top and alternate directions lower down for natural movement, cool completely, then gently brush or finger‑comb through for soft waves. Tools: blow dryer with nozzle, medium round brush, 1¼–1½ curling iron or hot rollers, sectioning clips, wide paddle brush. Products: heat protectant, volumizing mousse or root spray, lightweight smoothing cream or oil, flexible hold hairspray and dry shampoo for second‑day refresh. Difficulty: moderate — requires basic blow‑dry and curling technique. Maintenance: trim layers every 8–12 weeks, deep condition weekly if heat‑styled regularly, refresh waves with low heat or dry shampoo, and sleep on a silk pillowcase to preserve shine and reduce frizz.

Classic Hollywood Side-Parted Waves — Medium-Length Glossy Vintage Style

This polished side-parted Hollywood wave suits medium-length hair and medium to thick density, and adapts well to straight or slightly wavy textures. For fine hair add a volumizing mousse and root-lift during the blow-dry; for curly hair start with a smoothing blowout and lightweight cream. Create a deep side part, then curl 1–1.25-inch sections away from the face using a 1-inch curling iron or a flat iron to bend the hair into barrel-shaped curls. Clip each curl with metal duckbill clips and let them cool fully to lock the shape. Release and gently brush through with a boar-bristle brush to form soft S-waves; sculpt the front wave with a tail comb and secure with clips if needed. Tools: curling iron or flat iron, blow dryer, round brush, tail comb, metal clips, boar-bristle brush. Products: heat protectant, lightweight mousse or volumizing spray, smoothing cream or light pomade, medium-hold hairspray, shine serum. Difficulty: moderate — requires precise sectioning and cool-setting. Maintenance: sleep on silk, refresh with dry shampoo, touch up a few curls or smooth frizz with serum, and avoid humidity for lasting hold.

Long Layered Waves with Deep Side Part — Soft Salon Blowout

Ideal for medium to long lengths and medium-thick hair, this layered, side-parted wave works well on naturally straight to gently wavy textures; fine hair benefits from texture and layers, while very tight curls will need smoothing first. Start on towel-dried hair: apply a heat protectant and a volumizing mousse at roots, then blow-dry with a round brush (1.5–2 barrel) to create smoothness and root lift while directing hair into a deep side part. Use a 1–1.25 curling iron or large hot rollers to form loose, face-framing waves — wrap sections away from the face, hold briefly, then let cool fully before gently brushing through with a paddle or wide-tooth brush for soft, blended curls. Tools: blow dryer, medium round brush, curling iron or hot rollers, sectioning clips, paddle/wide-tooth brush. Products: heat protectant, volumizing mousse/root lift, lightweight smoothing serum, flexible-hold hairspray and optional texturizing spray. Difficulty: moderate — salon finish in 20–35 minutes. Maintenance: trim every 8–12 weeks, weekly deep-conditioning, refresh with dry shampoo and a quick touch-up curl day two, and sleep on a silk pillowcase or loose braid to preserve shape.

Deep Side‑Part Hollywood Waves — Glossy Vintage Waves for Long Hair

This polished deep side‑part Hollywood wave suits medium to long hair with medium to thick density and works best on hair that holds shape (natural waves or previously layered hair). Technique: start with a smoothing shampoo and conditioner, apply a light mousse or setting lotion to damp hair, and blow‑dry smooth with a round brush while creating a strong deep side part. Use a large‑barrel curling iron (1¼–1½ in) or hot rollers to form uniform S‑shaped barrel curls; clip each curl to cool for maximum set. Once cooled, gently brush through with a boar/bristle brush to reveal continuous sculpted waves and set the line at the part with a tail comb. Tools needed: blow dryer with nozzle, round brush, large‑barrel iron or hot rollers, duckbill clips, tail comb, boar/bristle brush. Products required: heat protectant, lightweight mousse or setting spray, smoothing serum for shine, medium‑to‑strong hold hairspray. Difficulty: intermediate — some practice needed for consistent S‑shapes. Maintenance: sleep on a silk pillowcase or soft pin curls, refresh with light mist hairspray or a quick touch‑up curl, avoid overwashing and deep‑condition weekly to preserve shine and elasticity.

Asymmetrical Side-Swept Long Layers with Undercut (Textured Waves)

This asymmetrical undercut with long, side-swept layers works best on straight to wavy hair and medium-to-thick density; fine hair can wear it with added layers or clip-in volume, while very curly hair will need relaxed shaping or more extensive layering. Salon technique: clip an undercut to the desired length on one side, then cut long, graduated layers and a heavy side fringe using point cutting and slide cuts for movement and seamless blending. Styling technique: blow-dry with a round brush to lift roots and smooth the lengths, then create soft, loose waves with a 1-inch curling wand or flat iron twisting sections away from the face; finish by tousling with fingers. Tools needed: clippers, professional shears and thinning shears, blow dryer, round brush, curling wand/flat iron, and sectioning clips. Products required: heat protectant, root-lifting mousse or spray, light texturizing or sea-salt spray, smoothing serum for ends, and flexible-hold hairspray. Difficulty: medium – requires a skilled stylist for the undercut and blend; daily styling is quick once cut. Maintenance: undercut touch-ups every 3–6 weeks, trim long layers every 8–12 weeks, use color-safe shampoo if dyed, deep-condition weekly, and sleep on a silk pillowcase to protect the length.

Thanks for exploring these 24 side part hairstyle ideas with me. As a stylist I always recommend starting with the right part placement for your face shape: a deeper side part opens up the eye line and adds root lift for fine hair, while a softer sweep suits fuller textures. For everyday styling, part hair when its slightly damp and blow-dry with a round brush to set volume; use a flat iron for sleek finishes or a curling wand for loose waves. Protect hair with a heat protectant, add a light texturizing spray for grip, and finish with a flexible-hold hairspray so the part stays natural. Between washes use dry shampoo at the roots to keep lift and fresh shape. If you’re unsure which side suits you best, try temporary clips or a combed demo before committing — small changes can make a big difference. Want personalized advice? Book a consult at your salon and I’ll help tailor a side part that fits your hair, lifestyle, and face. —Lena