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Silk press
A smooth, flowing finish with movement at the ends. A silk press is a styling finish.
- Talk to your stylist about
- Discuss heat use and how you want the ends to fall.
- Living with the look
- Humidity can change how long the finish lasts.
- 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 Silk press?
A silk press is a smooth styling finish that shows the full fall of the lengths. The perimeter reflects the underlying haircut and can be straight or layered.
What to look for from the front, side and back
From the front, check the drop beside the cheek. Look from the side and back for movement at the ends and where the shape meets the shoulders.
What to confirm with your stylist
Ask about the heat and upkeep involved for your hair. Say whether you want a light bend at the ends or a straighter fall.
Compare Silk press with nearby styles
- Long layers
A silk press shows a smooth finish on the existing lengths. Long layers change the placement of lengths through the haircut.
Questions about Silk press
Does the smooth reference tell me how long the finish lasts?
It shows the shape at one moment. Ask your stylist what your own texture, activity and exposure to humidity mean for upkeep.
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