It should be a narrow “bun” which follows the center of your hair like a croissant pastry! Acne keloidalis nuchae causes uncomfortable, itchy bumps along the back of your neck. I like mine. I think a lot of people have two textures or even more to deal with (I have 3b/3c/4a) My hair is a looser curl on the sides and in the front but on the back of my head and underneath, at the nape of my neck, my hair grows in a tighter, frizzier curl pattern. It is completely normal & natural. No longer is it just a way to add shape to a style to a cut, or to take some weight out of thicker hair. The hairs at the nape of our necks tend to be fine, so those huge knots REALLY stand out and just look gross — especially if you’re trying to wear your hair in a cute ponytail. Aug 25, 2020 - Explore Linda Neckel's board "nape of neck", followed by 104 people on Pinterest. I'm pretty short and have a hard time getting my head all the way back into the bowl, so my nape is sitting where my neck should be a lot of the time. #45: Retro Bouffant. Like baby hair or cat fur. In technical anatomical/medical terminology, the nape is also called the nucha (from Latin); the corresponding adjective is nuchal, as in the term nuchal rigidity. Over time, it can leave large, raised scars. 5b area. I think what I was experiencing before was partially due to the lack of layers and also uneven product distribution. Our neckline is blended and tapered into the neck. Naturally, my hair is a medium brown with lots of golden tones to it. It's like an evil circle. In many mammals, the nape is the site of the scruff, a loose, non-sensitive area of skin by which the mother can carry her young, holding the scruff between her teeth. This has been a problem for me all of my life, and most hairdressers usually suggested that I must have a birthmark where the hair … The ophiasis form is frequently resistant to standard treatments although topical steroids, steroid injections and diphencyprone are typically first line. or get laser hair removal? But i dont want the feel of shaved hair growing back im either. These started to drive me a bit bonkers as mine grow straight and reasonably long - up to about 6" long! What am i supposed to do with it? For most of us our nape hair can be very “silky” and have a delicate feel to it, some even have a completely different curl pattern in that area. If you favor short hair styles, with tapered necklines, you may want to keep the hair at the neck short enough to lie close to the scalp when styled. idk what to do with it. Sometimes I take a tiny hair friendly claw clip and clip them up under my bun, looks a bit cute. Before I decided to shave them off I would always have to get bobby pins and pin them up if I wore my hair in a higher bun. i like the look of a clean neat hair line. Garnier Fructis Nutri Repair/Organic Instinct. And add plenty of moisture (conditioning) to your routine to soften those curls. You may have coarse hair on the top of the head and fine hair at the nape of the neck. Race and ethnicity are irrelevant in determining hair texture, as coarse, medium and fine hair can be found among all racial and ethnic groups. The shaved spot is usually hidden by a longer fall of hair, so each hidden undercut is a surprise. Period. Mine are a completely different color from the rest of my hair. It tends to be softer and lighter than the “terminal hair” that grows out of your head. Ok everytime I style my hair, I always find that the front (two sides) of my hair is curly and even, but the back of my head from the crown to my nape is just wavy or loosely curly (and not to mention frizzy). There are three basic shapes: Blocked, Rounded, or Tapered. The nape is the back of the neck. My nape hairs aren't that much different in texture. Sigh, I also have nape hairs that are a completely different texture, curly, kinky and very brittle. Tease your hair backwards to create volume and then pin it so that this volume lies at the crown of your head. When I had a pixie they annoyed me. Kinda like this and this. In only a few years my hair texture changed completely, and not for the better. Same here. i like the look of a clean neat hair line. When you get it layered more it'll probably help a lot. However, I have a streak about one inch wide at my nape that is red, like natural red head. I think that those hairs hit terminal length at my hairline. I think a lot of people have two textures or even more to deal with (I have 3b/3c/4a) My hair is a looser curl on the sides and in the front but on the back of my head and underneath, at the nape of my neck, my hair grows in a tighter, frizzier curl pattern. My nape hairs aren't that much different in texture. i decided to shave it off a few months ago to try to shape up my hairline but now as it grew back its even more thicker. should i wax it ? Part the hair from the centre of the forehead to the nape, and again across the head from ear to ear. 3) Why the proper neckline is so important to a haircut: A question: The hair at the hairline on the back of my head--around the nape of my neck--is slightly thinnd. ive always had really weird hair that grows under my hairline. Especially at the nape! Additionally, if you’re trying to comb through your hair, it’s very painful to smoothly go through with a wide-toothed comb and then SNAG right at the neck. Smooth hair gloss over the ends of your hair, or spritz it with shine spray, and pull it into a loose ponytail at the nape of your neck. I'm glad I found this thread, I have these fine baby hairs on my nape too, and was wondering what to do about them. My Struggle. It is originally made as an oil and butter based makeup remover but I use it as a body butter wherever I have really dry skin or as a lip balm, or tamer of nape hairs! Baby them as much as you can, mine soaks up natural cone free body butter like a sponge, and shave if they bother you. I have those, they do whatever they want most of the time. Looks odd but I don't mind :). Weird hair on nape of neck? Although I'm surprised you don't like that they curl! just try not to look at it, thats what i do. I just try to ignore them now. I was going to echo the "try clarifying" call. Has anyone else got the same problem? I just don't have the energy to care any more :lol: Actually, reading this thread has reminded me that I have some teeny-tiny metal claw clips so I might try using one to put them up when I do want to look a bit more put-together. They might just fall back down over the clip though, knowing my hair :rolleyes: I have a TON of baby hairs around my hairline and on the nape of my neck. I think most people do. The nape is the back of the neck.In technical anatomical/medical terminology, the nape is also called the nucha (from Latin); the corresponding adjective is nuchal, as in the term nuchal rigidity.. I have this weird baby hair-like hair on the nape of my neck. Mine are a completely different color from the rest of my hair. She calls them baby hairs. I think having them with very short hair just makes everything look shaggy and unkempt. Maybe you could try making low buns so that these shorter hairs are protected as you grow them out? I'm completely ambivalent toward mine. When I want them to look particularly nice I spritz them after the bun is done. If you let them be they might grow enough for you to include most of them into your updos. and my hair is around 20 inches long. I like the ones around my forehead, but really dislike the ones on my neck! I'm going to agree with everyone else. A natural neckline can of course be tapered in close to the neck, if desired, but never is the individual pattern or shape there squared off or rounded. Skipper, my sister has a long hairline at the back and at 45 she is finally getting it laser treated. What am i supposed to do with it. Also wanted to say that many of us have nape hairs (and/or temple hairs) that are a different texture from the rest of our hair. Sorry - I guess I'm not much help LOL. In that context, you can imagine how much our nappy kitchens are viewed with disdain. In a pixie, they're super super annoying but in an updo they're very romantic. Before I decided to shave them off I would always have to get bobby pins and pin them up if I wore my hair in a higher bun. Flip the ponytail up once, letting an inch or so hang out at the top. When I want them to look particularly nice I spritz them after the bun is done. I think at least some of it might be your hair cut. Personally, it doesn't bother me, and I just let mine be. Let certain pieces fall longer than others and enjoy the effortlessness of an unpolished fringe. Our website is made possible by displaying online advertisements to our visitors. It looks cool in updos. I have fine soft 4a/b hair with different sized coils & by far my softest hair is at the nape.The texture is also a bit looser & there's even a 50 cent sized section that is wavy & used to grow way down my back when I was a kid.The nape is so soft that I have to super pamper it since I started to sleep on my back.It breaks very easily & is shorter & thinner than the rest of my hair since I … I was considering keeping the pixie and it was one of the reasons I decided to grow. - but not long enough to go in with the rest of my hair up. I have very curly hair and the hairs on the nape of my neck throw off any "up-do" i do with my hair. But the shaving maintenance was too much and so I let them grow out again. or get laser hair removal? does anyone else have this problem or is it just my hair ? I think I've resolved this. I'm looking for a small clip now to do this. I cut all my hair off and as it grew back I noticed that my curl pattern had completely changed as well. If you’ve got curlier hair and want to show off that texture in a more organic way, consider this short, messy bob. I used to wear my hair tightly up with a cheap claw clip most of the day. My fiancee, who is a hairstylist and who cuts my hair, was the first to notice, saying the hairs are a little thinner at that specific area. should i wax it ? They're very similar to "baby hairs" on the forehead - fine, short terminal length and often curly. They are also darker and coarser than the rest of my hair, but never grow longer than six inches or so. Just leave it alone and let it grow. Mine are curly too. I find all the different colors and textures on a single head of hair to be interesting. My boyfriend adores them, too - often if I have my hair up and I'm busy doing something, he'll come up behind me and start stroking them because they are really, really soft. I will try and modify my routine because before I SOTC, the front is crunchy and some of the back and underlayer is soft but frizzy and I usually neglect that part of my hair. Forms a loose “S” very easily straightened, Forms a definite “S” shaped like a corkscrew, Very tight curl when stretched creates an “S”, Hair intentionally matted to form "ropes", Guides and resources for easy product selection, Learn how to read your hair product labels, Easy-to-make recipes for all your haircare needs, Our editors share their top hair and skincare products, Community member favorites make up this coveted list, Share your style and browse the style of others, Chat with curl friends about your favorite curly topics. View Full Version : Weird hair on nape of neck? IMO the lack of layers in the back could possibly be contributing to the looser curl pattern you're seeing there but it could also just be a texture difference. That straight section at the back is now the curliest part of my hair. See more ideas about short hair cuts, short hair styles, hair cuts. I get really tight rightlets at the nape of my neck. When I first got on LHC I shaved them. Even spunky chicks can rock a classic bob! I inquired about laser removal too. I'm not really sure why though my hair isn't damaged or anything. Lol. Alopecia areata can frequently cause hair loss specifically at the nape in some patients. ;). I always have to trim them because they are full of splits which leads to them being shorter and not going into an updo which also leads to lesser protection and ultimately more damage. It sounds like your back isn't as layered as the rest? See more ideas about Short hair cuts, Short hair styles pixie, Short hair styles. The term nape undercut is a bit misleading, if only because it implies that this haircut has anything to do with a traditional undercut.. I would recommend you just leave them be, they soften the look of buns, and for people blessed with the curly nape hairs, it totally reminds me of something Jane Austen-esque, which is quite enviable to me. Clearly there are plenty of reasons why that dream is unrealistic, but I blame it all on my differing textures. I have very curly hair and the hairs on the nape of my neck throw off any "up-do" i do with my hair. Since you say you like the look of a neat hair line why not try to smooth it down with a bit of product rather than going for hair removal? Hair is a protein filament that grows from follicles found in the dermis.Hair is one of the defining characteristics of mammals.The human body, apart from areas of glabrous skin, is covered in follicles which produce thick terminal and fine vellus hair.Most common interest in hair is focused on hair growth, hair types, and hair care, but hair is also an important biomaterial primarily … i decided to shave it off a few months ago to try to shape up my hairline but now as it grew back its even more thicker. The neckline shape is the outline of the haircut at the nape. Do whatever that makes you happy :), I have them too :D I'm pretty sure on me they are hairs that have snapped or broken from too-tight updos. does anyone else have this problem or is it just my hair ? I'm pretty sure I have a partially blocked out traumatic memory of my mom trying to shave mine. Dec 13, 2019 - Explore Bobbie Trusty's board "nape of neck" on Pinterest. Good luck. I have those too, and I don't even have curly hair. The particular form that causes loss at a the back of the scalp is the 'ophiasis' form. ive always had really weird hair that grows under my hairline. If you want to get involved, click one of these buttons! Powered by vBulletin® Version 4.2.3 Copyright © 2021 vBulletin Solutions, Inc. All rights reserved. shaving it in my opinion will actually thicken the texture of them. Lol . The undercut at the nape of the neck has undergone a bit of a style revolution. :). These are definitely characteristics of super fine hair that is common to many of us. I also have them. I agree with everyone else - it's not weird to have the hairs at the nape. Most of my hair is ashy, thick and wavy, but my nape hair is straight, silky and almost copper colored. I've heard that most people have two or more different textures on their head so this might just be an example of that, lol. We already know that in unenlightened circles, nappiness is viewed as an unacceptable hair texture and the word “nappy” is a pejorative term. Take a small section of hair from the back and wrap it around the elastic. I twirl mine around very lightly gelled fingers so they look like curls instead of dandelion fluff. Thanks everyone for the opinions! Some do, sure, but the signature detail of an undercut at the nape is just that—it’s at the nape of the neck. They don't bug me. To achieve this look, ask your stylist to stack hair slightly at the nape of the neck. The hair at my nape is a completely different texture/curl pattern than anywhere else on my head (it’s a low-porosity, low density 3B/3C in comparison to the rest of my head, which is high/mid porosity, medium denisity type 4), and I’ve been wondering if my protective styling regimen has exacerbated how thin that area is. That's one of the reasons I just shaved it. While most of mine is roughly 1c, I have 2a-2b temple tufts, and 3aish curlicues at my nape. Mine are very straight and fine, and they just float outward, driving me bonkers. Naturally, my hair is a medium brown with lots of golden tones to it. Hopefully one of the experienced curlies chimes in here and helps you out. Lol . I find them adorable on a woman's neck - they compliment an updo very well. To clear things up a bit, I did shave up into my hairline a bit but the hairs that I shaved off were only about 4 inches in length. Mine are coming in white, at least that is what my daughter says. The neckline shape can have a dramatic impact on how your style compliments your neck shape and how your style looks as it grows out. i decided to shave it off a few months ago to try to shape up my hairline but now as it grew back its even more thicker. I'm growing out a pixie and I didn't like going to the hairdresser every three weeks to get my little hairs trimmed. Twist your hair tightly at the nape of your neck and then pin the rest of your twisted ponytail up. I have left them as they do make an updo softer, but recently was thinking that if I could protect these, they may grow a bit longer too. i like the look of a clean neat hair line. Pin up the four sections and leave the hair on the nape of the neck (section 5) tor use as a guide. Participate in product testing surveys discussions etc. Sign up for our newsletter to get more tips and tricks. Maybe you could slick them up with some product? :p. Yes to the shorter, curlier hairs at the nape. If you really hate them maybe that small amount of potential damage is worth it, especially since it's at the very bottom. But it sounds normal for everyone to have some regardless. However, I have a streak about one inch wide at my nape that is … Vellus hair that sprouts around your temples, your forehead, right above your ears and at the nape … They make every updo messy looking which is why I prefer romantic styles and not sleek ones. does anyone else have this problem or is it just my hair ? idk what to do with it. I don't mind them, they soften up the look of a bun very nicely I think. I have very curly hair and the hairs on the nape of my neck throw off any "up-do" i do with my hair. But if I was rich I'd get my hairline lasered. It helped a little, but the back is still a little frizzy and not as curly as the front. I just want to add in case it helps anyone, Ultrabland from Lush is very good for taming those little nape hairs. i hate these, because they grow like half the way down my neck on me, really excessive. Hair texture varies from individual to individual, and can be different in separate areas of the same head. It looks like you're new here. 5a and No. [QUOTE=neko_kawaii;2740008]Most people have whispy hairs at nape. ... How long you need to have the hair to combat the whorl is a matter of the texture, elasticity and density of your hair. I have loose waves on the sides of my head and tighter kinky curls at the crown and nape of my neck. or get laser hair removal (https://www.richfeel.com/treatment/laser-hair-reduction-women-body/)? Nape Undercut Ideas. Yours might look a little funny now that they have grown back so thick from being shaved (generally they are more wispy and all different lengths), but if you give it time they should go back to normal. should i wax it ? Pull a piece or two out of the loop and tie it off. If I want mine up off my neck, I twirl them all together and bobby pin them into the hair above them. We’ll … Well the back is a lot more layered and I got more layers done all around now. I think everybody has those to some extent. Mine bothered me when I had a pixie. Nape whorls are found at the nape of the neck and can be identified by observing which direction your hair grows in this area. ive always had really weird hair that grows under my hairline. The Long Hair Community Discussion Boards. No matter how much conditioner I put in my hair, no matter how much I brush or comb it, the hair growing closest to the nape of my neck is always tangled, and the texture of the hair itself if coarse, which is odd because I have naturally straight hair. I HATE mine as they grow very low and patchy just on the sides behind my ears. there are different textures &grains in everyone's hair. Ever since I had my last (mediocre if I'm being generous) cut, I've had this weird section in the back that is really flat with just a little wave. The Fleischman, A Men’s Salon neckline is kept natural, soft, subtle. Five Sec,tion Parting Section the hair for cutting Section No.5 mayJJy further divided in to section No. If a nape whorl is present your hair will grow upwards or towards the center, either on both sides or just one side of the head. At least baby tendrils are pretty. Mine do not curl. They seem to look lovely on most people, but I shave mine as they actually grow out to the sides and the front, and end up sticking out like super-villain mustache. I love my fluff! A few years ago, shaved sides were in style, but this has been taken over by the nape undercut. I'd stop shaving it, for one. There is also a portion of hair above my forehead that doesn’t do ANYTHING but frizz and stick straight up. That's one of the reasons I just shaved it. idk what to do with it. They grow fairly low down, and have too short a terminal length, so I can never incorporate them into my buns unless I’m wearing the lowest of buns =[ Has anyone had good results from lasering nape hair off? It's not quite the same length and texture as the rest of my hair, and it looks a little weird when I have my hair in a ponytail. Hair that takes root and grows in our kitchens is the nappiest, curliest, kinkiest and the most resistant to change. In many mammals, the nape is the site of the scruff, a loose, non-sensitive area of skin by which the mother can carry her young, holding the scruff between her teeth. Most people have whispy hairs at nape. And the few that linger look sort of wispy and feminine :o. I'm strange I just let mine be I ignore them. We'll discuss each basic shape in the frames that follow. When my hair was cut short, my stylist shaved them off, but they are growing back... i kind of ignore them. Mine are curly too. A portion of hair from the back and at 45 she is finally hair at nape of neck different texture. I spritz them after the bun is done it helps anyone, Ultrabland from Lush is very good taming... 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