Read on for celebrity hair stylist-recommended pixie cut styles, how to maintain them, and what to know before you chop.

Four, there are two ways to go natural. First, the big chop. You'll be saying see ya to all your relaxed hair, like right now. If you'd rather take things slow, transition to your natural do.

But why is the dramatic chop proving one of the biggest hair trends ... ready for a big change and want a fresh start, which manifests and reflects in their personal style and beauty choices ...

For those easing into bangs (or prefer something a little subtler), cutting in shorter face-framing pieces that blend into the rest of the hair is a great option. Style it with a gentle side-parting ...

While you are at it, why not refresh your hair ... a mix of big, controlled sways and tight, messier crimps. Simbarashe Cha is a Times photographer and visual columnist documenting style and ...