Pin curls into a faux hawk

Step by step

1. 

   STEP 1 OF 3

   Set a rear view and free the side sections

   • Arrange dry curls and set a fixed rear view that leaves both hands free. Keep pins within reach; clip the top/front curls aside if they cover the working area.
   • Take a small section behind one ear. Check that it can reach the center-back comfortably without pulling at the roots.
2. 

   STEP 2 OF 3

   Twist the sides toward a loose center crest

   • Twist the section away from your face and lay it toward the center-back, directing the curled ends forward along the top. Hold it with one hand and pin with the other.
   • Repeat with small sections below it toward the nape, then work the other side. Keep twists slack, pins comfortable and the curled ends loose along the center.
   • Release any top section clip and arrange the loose curls with your fingers. Check the rear view and undo any section that pulls or needs a pin pressed into the scalp.
3. 

   STEP 3 OF 3

   Remove every pin before unwinding

   • Support each pinned section while taking its pins out. Work through the whole style and check that no pins remain before loosening the twists.
   • Unwind the side sections in reverse order and let the curls fall free. Remove any remaining sectioning clip and set every pin aside.