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Crown

The crown is the top and back area of the head where hair grows in a circular pattern. Shorter layers here create lift in a shag, which is what gives the cut its rounded, airy top. It matters because a strong growth swirl can change how those layers sit, and too many short layers on thick hair can make a dome shape. Fine hair keeps enough length there to hold body. See also: Layers, Cowlick, Density, and the guide How to Style a Shag Haircut: Techniques and Product Types.