
A Curly Hair Cut & Style is a curl-led appointment designed to improve shape, definition and manageability without losing the movement that makes curls look their best. You’ll leave with a balanced cut, a clean outline, and a finished style that suits your curl pattern and day-to-day routine.
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What this service covers
This appointment is designed for short to shoulder-length curls and focuses on creating a shape that works with your natural pattern.
- A consultation to agree your goal, shape and styling preferences
- Targeted trimming and reshaping to remove bulk where needed and add balance
- Clean outline and curl-by-curl refinement where helpful
- Wash and curl-focused styling to enhance definition
- Finishing guidance so you can recreate the result at home
Who it’s for
This is ideal if your curls have lost their shape, feel uneven, or are harder to style as they grow. It suits clients who want consistent results and a cut that looks good on office days as well as weekends. If your hair is longer than shoulder length or you want a big change, you may need a longer appointment.
What happens in the appointment
You’ll start with a quick discussion about your curl pattern, shrinkage, how you wear your hair, and the level of volume you like. The cut is built to respect how curls sit when dry, then refined through cleansing and styling for a finished result. Allow up to 90 minutes depending on density, curl type and the finish you choose.
Aftercare and keeping your shape
You’ll get practical advice on refresh days, drying methods, and how to reduce frizz without weighing curls down. Most people benefit from a maintenance cut every 8 to 12 weeks to keep the outline strong and the shape balanced. If you colour your hair, timing your cut around colour appointments can help the overall finish look more intentional.
Client Reviews
Based on 10 reviews
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Rosie m music
Great curly cut experience every time at this place!
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Freya Edwards
Went for a short curly cut and was very happy with the results! Lovely service 😁
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elizabeth macinnes
My second time at McCrory Hair and I had yet another fantastic experience. Alison was great at explaining what cut she thought was best to do and why on my wavy/curly hair. I had a lovely relaxing appointment and will be back!
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Jo Langley
Great place for curly cuts. Salons with knowledge in cutting and styling curly hair and few and far between and this is the best we’ve found. Staff are friendly and professional, would recommend to 💯.
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Anna Montagne
Staff are super friendly and helpful, and Emma did a fab job with my curly cut!
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Kate Broadhurst
I've been for a couple of curly cuts with Vicky and have been really pleased each time. She takes the time to listen and discuss what I want & what she is doing and she has really shown an interest in the Curly Girl method and cuts. Vicky is lovely as are the rest of the staff, the salon is gorgeous and conveniently located and the service is great value. I would highly recommend.
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Rachel Martin
I can't recommend this place enough. I have curly hair and always struggled finding somewhere that cuts my hair well. These guys listen to what you want and deliver every time. The service is spot on from beginning to end and I always leave very satisfied with what I've paid for. It's clear that they are very customer focused and the standard is always high.
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Valentina Tschismarov
I have curly hair and wear my hair in a pixie cut, and John and Vicky both do fantastic jobs at keeping my cut fresh evey month. The atmosphere in the shop is relaxed and lovely.
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Samantha S
Excellent service. The only hairdressers I've been to that knows how to cut curly hair and that offers products consistent with the CG routine (sulfate and silicone free). On Fridays they have an offer on a cut and style for £27 which makes them a lot more accessible to students
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Laura Chillag
Have been getting my curly hair cut by Vicky at Hepburn for a couple of years now. Vicky really knows what she's doing when it comes to curly hair and I'm always pleased with the results. Everyone in the salon is friendly and the place has a relaxed vibe, and prices are very reasonable. Would highly recommend, especially if you've got curly hair.
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