If your hair is wavy, curly and frizzy all at once, you need a cut that works with your pattern instead of against it. For curly hair in Commack, that is the work we do every day at The Cutting Edge Hair Design. We cut curl by curl, then build a routine around how you style at home.
Our curly specialists are Certified Curly Experts, and our salon has been open since 1999. You'll find us across the street from Dick's Sporting Goods and Trader Joe's. If you already know you want in, book your curly cut and tell us a little about your hair when you do.
Why do curly clients choose The Cutting Edge in Commack?
Curly clients choose us because our curly specialists are Certified Curly Experts, a credential they earned in 2021. They cut curl by curl, not in straight lines. We start on lightly wet hair, then refine it dry so we can see where each curl lands. You leave with a shape built for your pattern and a home routine that matches how you style.
We ask how you wear it
Are you wash and wear, or do you diffuse and style? It's the first thing we ask. A client who air dries needs a different shape than one who diffuses every morning. Same curls. Different cut.
We see your curls dry before we finish
Curls shrink, and some shrink a lot. Cutting only wet means guessing where the hair will land once it dries. Refining dry lets us place volume where you want it and take weight out where it pulls your shape flat.
We look at your routine, not just the cut
What shampoo are you using? We ask because the bottle in your shower changes how your cut behaves. Plenty of our curly clients tell us they switched to an organic shampoo from Trader Joe's or Amazon, and their curls still feel dry. A good cut with the wrong routine can still frizz by lunch.
That's why clients drive in from East Northport, Dix Hills and farther across Long Island for a curly cut at our hair salon in Commack.
What happens at a curly appointment?
A curly appointment starts with a conversation and ends with a lesson. Here's the order we follow:
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Show us a picture. Show me a pic so I know we are on the same page. A photo of your curls on a good day tells us more than any description.
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Talk through your routine. How often you wash, what you use, and whether you air dry or diffuse.
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Cut on lightly wet hair, curl by curl. We shape each curl family on its own, so the pattern stays intact.
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Refine dry. We check how each curl falls and fine-tune the shape and volume.
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Style and teach. We show you how much product to use and where it goes. If you diffuse, we show you how we do it, so you can repeat it at home.
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Plan your next step. We tell you what to watch for as the cut grows out.
Our curly menu gives you a few ways in. You can book a maintenance curly cut and style, or a curly detox, cut and style if your curls feel heavy. A curly style with diffuser works when you only want the finish. There's also curly detox and conditioning on its own, and the Ultimate Curly Girl Experience, which comes with product. Not sure which fits your hair? Check our open times and the front desk will help you pick.
A curly cut isn't for everyone. If you want straight, sleek hair most days, a smoothing service may suit you better. We compare the options in our smoothing systems guide.
One habit we see often on curly clients is a daily blow dryer brush. It feels like it's working because the hair looks smooth. The ends tell a different story. We'll talk through gentler ways to get the look you want. You can see curly cuts from our chairs on our Instagram.
How much does a curly cut cost?
Your price depends on which curly service you book, your hair's length and density, and whether you add a detox. Every current price lives on our service menu, which we keep up to date. If you're unsure which service to choose, call us and we'll point you to the right one.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you cut curly hair wet or dry?
Both. We cut on lightly wet hair, then refine it dry so we can see how each curl falls. That second step is where the shape comes together.
How often should I get a curly cut?
There's no set schedule for curls. It depends on how your shape grows out and how you wear it. Before you leave, we'll tell you what signs mean it's time to come back.
My hair is wavy, not fully curly. Is a curly cut right for me?
Yes. Hair that's wavy in some spots and curly in others is one of the most common things we see. A curly cut shapes the wave so it holds instead of puffing out.
What's the difference between a curly cut and a curly detox?
A cut changes your shape, and a detox focuses on cleansing and conditioning. A detox is a good fit when your curls feel weighed down or limp. Many clients pair the two in one visit.
Do I need a smoothing service if my curls frizz?
No, not usually. Frizz often comes from a cut that fights your pattern or a routine that doesn't suit it. Start with the cut, then talk to us about smoothing if you still want sleek hair.
Do you sell curly products?
Yes. The Ultimate Curly Girl Experience comes with product, and we'll show you what to use and how much. We would rather you buy one right product than five wrong ones.
Book your curly cut in Commack
Bring a photo of your curls on a good day and tell us how you style. We'll cut for the way you live. Book your appointment at The Cutting Edge Hair Design in Commack, or call (631) 864-4300 and the front desk will match you with a curly specialist.
