Curly top with taper
Defined curls on top, short tapered sides.
Norwood 1–3CurlyCoilyHides a thin crown
- Why it works with thinning hair
- Curls create volume that hides lower density, and tapered sides make the top look fuller.
- Best for these stages
N1 N2 N3 Not sure of yours? Take the 2-question Norwood check.
What to tell your barber
Keep my curls on top, shape them so they sit forward, and give me a low or mid taper on the sides. Shape with scissors, not thinning shears.
How to style it
- Apply leave-in or curl cream to soaking-wet hair.
- Scrunch, then let it air-dry or diffuse. Do not touch it while it dries.
- Products
- Leave-in conditioner · Curl cream
- Upkeep
- Every 4 weeks
A good cut makes thinning less noticeable, but it does not stop it. For that, see finasteride vs minoxidil.