Picked or shredded? Understand the difference between cuts

Some styles of haircuts still leave women in doubt. The peaks and the shredded are two examples that to many people look the same. But it is not. Depending on the cut, the effect on the hair will be totally different and may improve or destroy the look. Therefore, when choosing a cut, it is important to know exactly what it is. Talking to the professional and explaining what you want is always good, because he will be able to say what looks best on each person.

The hairdresser Malu Alves, from Jolie Studio de Beauty Salon, in Rio de Janeiro, explains that the main difference between peaking and shredding is that the former has more defined layer effects, while the latter is a more disconnected cut, with "torn" effect. There is no better cut than the other, but styles that match more or less with each person, taking into account the type of hair and the shape of the face.

Each hair type requires a different technique.

Long: Those with long hair can opt for long layer cuts to distribute the volume; or the shredded cut to reduce the volume.


Short: In short hair all cuts can be used as long as the type of hair is respected.

Bulky: They can be cut with both techniques, depending on the customer's desire. The type of layer will define whether to give more volume or to distribute the volume. If the idea was a less voluminous hair, the shredded cut is used.

Fine: Thinner, thinner hair cannot be too long. This type of hair is best cut in long layers to give more volume and movement.


The peak conquered women in the 90s and since then has remained high. The shredded is with everything too. Among the famous actress Déborah Secco is adept at the style.

Contrary to popular belief, these two types of cuts are not unique to straight hair. Curly or curly can also adopt these cuts as long as they are tailored to each type of hair and face. Only a professional can evaluate.

So it is essential to always look for a good salon, so that no mistakes or regrets happen, as a bad cut can greatly damage the look. The tip also goes for people who want to change but are insecure. “Sometimes the client has some resistance to changing her look, but she must trust the professional, who has a background, who knows her hair well, who knows what looks best. Many times we beauty professionals see that a change in that person would give up ?, says the hairdresser.


How to care for the wires

For a cut to remain beautiful and trim, no matter what your style, you need to go back to the hairdresser every three months. For daily care, look for products that fit your hair type.

See in the gallery some famous people with peaked and frizzy hair:

The actress, who has had hair with different cuts and shades, lately uses the frayed strands.

The frizz ensures the movement of long hair as the presenter.

In the novel War of the Sexes the actress wears a well-peaked hair style.

The peaked gave a new face to the actress's short strands.

The frayed cut with fringe is ideal for those with a delicate face like her.

The cut adopted by the actress is a layered peak, which guarantees the movement.

The actress shows that the peak is also beautiful in curly hair.

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