What are choppy ends? | Abingdon | Didcot | Wantage | Oxfordshire

Choppy ends are a common hairdressing term which references a hairdressing technique where the hair is cut using texturing methods rather than your Stylist cutting your hair bluntly or in a straight line. When hair is cut to apply choppy ends, the result is a more natural finish (this is sometimes called feathered) and the benefits of a choppy finish allow for more freedom and the illusion of lighter ends. The technique used to create choppy ends does so by removing weight and breaking up the density of the ends of hair making it highly appealing to anyone looking for a more relaxed yet casual (or even edgy) style.

When people think of ‘choppy’ this is generally associated with layers however this isn’t always the case. For example you can have choppy ends without heavy layering throughout the rest of the hair, and vice versa. Choppy ends largely focus the attentions exclusively on the ends of your hair rather than the whole head of hair. If you are considering choppy ends, they can work well with a range of hair lengths so don’t be put off by assuming they work only with longer styles.

Finally, choppy ends can be applied and tweaked depending on your desired look. For example if you want to soften your look, some lightly textured choppy ends can be favourable whereas for an edgier look, your Stylist can tailored their technique do achieve a different look.