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French twist
Hair folds into a single upright roll with the ends tucked inside.
- Talk to your stylist about
- Discuss how much lift and softness to leave at the crown.
- Living with the look
- Short layers may need additional pins inside the roll.
- A helpful reality check
- A preview cannot predict how your hair will fall, feel or grow. Use it to discuss length and shape, alongside your texture and routine.
What defines French twist?
A French twist folds the gathered hair into an upright roll. The seam and the direction of the fold are visible from the back.
What to look for from the front, side and back
Check how smooth the sides look above the jaw. Use the profile for the roll’s height and the rear image to see where the ends tuck inside.
What to confirm with your stylist
Point to where the seam should sit and how close the roll should stay to the head. Ask how your shorter pieces will be pinned.
Compare French twist with nearby styles
- Low chignon
The French twist builds a vertical roll up the back. A low chignon gathers the length into a smaller horizontal shape near the nape.
- Beehive
A beehive concentrates its volume high at the crown. A French twist puts the main roll vertically along the back.
Questions about French twist
Can I have a French twist with a softer front?
Show how much hair to leave free near the face and where the sides should start sweeping into the roll.
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