Pixie Curly
1 wig
Look and feel
Pixie curly is a pattern of small, tight ringlets from root to tip, worn long rather than as a short cut. It suits anyone who wants a full, defined curly look with lots of small curls.
How it looks at each length
Pixie curly comes in 16, 18 or 20 inches (41, 46 or 51 cm), in natural black only, and its small, tight ringlets spring up a lot. On the head, 16 inches sits between the chin and the shoulders as a full, round shape, 18 inches rests on the shoulders and 20 inches reaches just above the collarbone. At these lengths the weight barely stretches the crown, so the ringlets stay tight from root to tip and the outline stays round rather than long. If you want curls past the chest, look at jerry curl or burmese curly.
Which density to choose
Pixie curly comes in one density, chosen so the small ringlets sit close together and the round shape looks full without gaps at the part. Your choice is the length instead: at 16 inches the ringlets make the roundest, fullest shape, while at 20 inches they spread over more length for a softer outline. If you need a lighter or fuller version, ask us before you order; custom work is quoted before you pay.
How to style it
It needs little styling: shape the ringlets with damp fingers and a curl cream, and fluff the roots for volume.
- Pineapple puff: gather the ringlets high on the crown with a satin scrunchie and let them spill forward, which shows off the small curl pattern.
- Glazed finish: smooth a soft gel over the surface with flat palms, pressing without raking, to lay down frizz and keep the ringlets clumped.
- Half-up top knot: twist the top section into a small bun and leave the sides and back full, a quick look for warm days.
- Deep side part: flip the ringlets to one side and pin the smaller side flat behind the ear with two bobby pins.
- Day two or three: spritz with water and pinch frizzy ringlets back into clumps between damp fingertips; a tiny drop of curl cream is plenty.
Care tips
Small curls tangle at the nape first; detangle with conditioner in sections and never brush them dry.
Common mistakes and how to avoid them
- Ordering it expecting a short pixie cut: pixie curly is 16 to 20 inches of small ringlets. For a short curly look, choose the jerry curl bob instead.
- Pulling the ringlets apart one by one for volume turns them into frizz. For height, lift the crown with a pick and leave the ringlets in their clumps.
- Too much product: tiny ringlets glue together into stiff ropes and flake. Use a very small amount of cream or gel per section, and wash out buildup early.
How it compares
Pixie curly has the smallest defined ringlets we offer, tight and even from root to tip. Jerry curl is a little bigger and glossier, and it comes in more colors, densities and a bob. Kinky curly is tighter but blends into an afro instead of separate ringlets. Burmese curly and bouncy curly are much bigger and look longer at the same length, and deep wave is a wave, not a curl. Choose pixie curly for a round, ringlet-packed look between 16 and 20 inches.
Questions about these wigs
Is a pixie curly wig a short pixie cut?
No. Pixie curly is the name of a curl pattern, small tight ringlets, not a haircut. Our pixie curly wigs are 16 to 20 inches (41 to 51 cm) with a 13x4 lace front; the ringlets spring up, so they sit between the chin and the collarbone. If you want a short curly wig, the jerry curl bob comes in 10 to 16 inches.
How to care for a pixie curly wig?
Keep the ringlets moist, clean and uncrushed. Refresh them with a water and leave-in spray, wash only when product builds up, and use a small amount of product each time, because tiny ringlets hold on to residue. Air-dry it on a stand, never wrapped in a towel, and store it on the stand or loose in a satin bag so it keeps its round shape.
How to detangle a pixie curly wig?
With plenty of conditioner, in small sections. Soak it, coat it with a slippery conditioner and clip it into six to eight sections. Hold each section above the knot and loosen it with your fingers, starting at the ends and moving up; with tiny ringlets, fingers feel knots that a comb would snap. Start behind the ears and at the nape, and finish with a cool rinse.
How to style a pixie curly wig?
Work with the round shape instead of fighting it. Set the ringlets while damp with a little cream, let them dry untouched, then pick a look: a pineapple puff on the crown, a half-up top knot, a deep side part or a wide headband. Skip the curling iron: the ringlets are smaller than most barrels, so it would only loosen them.
How to sleep in a pixie curly wig?
Ideally, take it off and leave it on a stand. If you sleep in it, gather the ringlets in a loose pineapple on top with a satin scrunchie, and use a satin bonnet or pillowcase, which rubs less than cotton. In the morning, mist it lightly with water, release the pineapple and shake the roots with your fingers.
How long does a pixie curly wig last?
About one to two years with good care, like our other human hair wigs. On small ringlets the ends show wear first: they frizz and stop clumping. Trim them little by little, keep heat to a minimum and use a mask every few washes; rough brushing and heavy product are what shorten its life.
What does a Pixie Curly wig look like?
Pixie curly is a pattern of small, tight ringlets from root to tip, worn long rather than as a short cut.
Who is Pixie Curly best for?
It suits anyone who wants a full, defined curly look with lots of small curls.