Want short hair that looks neat with almost no effort? Meet the C-curl bob.

Want short hair that looks neat with almost no effort? Meet the C-curl bob.

In Korea, the C-curl bob (C컬 단발) is a go-to short style. The ends bend softly inward toward your neck, like the letter C. Here is how to ask for it and keep it looking fresh.

What it is: a bob with the ends rolled in, so the outline looks round and tidy from the front and the side.

Length: most sit between the jaw and the shoulders. Near the jaw feels crisp, near the shoulders feels softer.

Who it suits: the inward curve frames the jawline, so it can soften a square or long face. With a round face, ask for the ends a little below the chin.

Cut or perm: a good cut and a blow-dry can make the curve. Some people add a C-curl perm (C컬펌) so it holds longer. Ask your stylist if your hair is a good fit.

Morning set: dry the roots first, roll the ends in with a round brush, then switch to cool air to lock the shape. A drop of light oil on the ends finishes it.

Ends flipping out? It often happens when the hair touches your shoulders. A little more inward roll, or a small trim, usually helps.

Ask in Korean: "끝이 안으로 말리게 해 주세요" means "Please make the ends curl inward." Save the Korean lines on slide 7 and just show your stylist the screen.

You can find APEAK HAIR in Sinchon and near Sungshin Women's Univ. Station (Sungshin 1 and 2). Ask about our offer for international guests by DM.

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by APEAK HAIR