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When you reach the top of the head, take the second section and clip it out of the way. Once you reach the top, cut in the opposite direction, towards the back of your head.
The first step is to section the hair off into four equal parts. Choose a section in the front of the head and clip it out of the way. Take the remaining sections and clip them together at the back of the head. And FWIW, I’m not just trying to be a bummer or crush your impulsive 11 p.m. I-want-new-hair-right-now dreams—I just want you to do what’s best for your hair, k? “A trim is definitely better if you go with a pro,” says hairstylist Kamara Brown Lewis.
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Now do another part left of center about an inch off center. Go ahead and cut to the guide being careful not to cut the guide itself. Take one section, run your comb through it bringing it forward angled just a least little bit. Make sure the right sections are even with the left sections, and that you have clean, precise parts dividing the sections.
Insert the traveling guide and the next segment of hair between your forefinger and middle finger. Move the fingers towards the ends—pulling the hair at a 90° angle—until you reach the end of the traveling guide. Rubell is also partial to slide cutting when creating layers. Always start with the front and then blend in the back. For visual learners, it might help to watch a few YouTube tutorials before beginning. According to PopSugar, "choppy layers" are back in style for 2021, so it makes sense that you would want to hop on this trend for a new 'do in the new year.
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This will create a section on the top of the head, known as the top box, 2 side sections, and 1 section at the base of your skull. Twist each section and secure it with a large hair clip. Saturated the hair with the warm mist—your hair should be damp, not dripping. Use a fine tooth comb to detangle your wet hair—carefully remove snarls and knots from the locks.
Finally, use a hairspray to hold the curls in place. Once you’ve added layers to your hair, use a hair dryer and a brush to style it. Start at the roots and work your way down, using a little bit of heat and pressure. If you have layers in the back, make sure to give them a little bit of extra attention. When you’re cutting layers, make sure that you’re not cutting too much off at once. It’s best to start with a small section and then cut more off if needed.
Cutting Even Layers
You may also choose to forgo washing your hair and simply wet it with the spray bottle. Shampoo and condition your hair prior to cutting your locks. Squeeze the excess water from your tresses. Comb through your hair to remove all of the snags and snarls. If your hair dries while you are combing it, use a spray bottle filled with water to re-wet your locks.
Grasp the stationary guide between the middle and forefinger of your non-dominant hand. Slide the fingers towards the ends while pulling the segment straight up at a 180° angle. Stop your fingers when they have reached the desired length. To produce even layers, alternate between cutting segments on the left side and the right side. Insert a segment of hair and the stationary guide between your middle and forefinger.
Set down the hair you cut off, remove the ponytail holder, and assess your layered look. If you want to cut more hair off, repeat the process.After you remove the ponytail holder, make sure to check you layers for evenness. If you notice any areas that are uneven, use a pair of scissors to clean them up.
Plus, “if you mess up, you’ll end up needing a professional—and more than likely, you’ll have to go shorter than you initially wanted,” Thevenot says. But if you’re already about to scroll past my warnings and disclaimers and just do the dang thing yourself, then fine, I get it, and I’ve been there. Carefully brush the hair until it is smooth. Pay particular attention to removing any snarls or knots. Shampoo and condition the hair prior to cutting your locks. Grab a towel and squeeze the excess water from the tresses.
This will help to protect the hair and make it easier to cut. Next, use a comb to section off the hair and then start cutting the layers. Unclip the top section and let it hang over the middle layer.
Use the layers below to help you determine the length of your top layer. The middle and top layers may differ 2 to 4 inches in long hair and ½ inch to 1 inch in shorter hair. Instead of cutting off too much hair, start gradually. Trim off 1 to 2 inches (2.5 to 5.1 cm) of hair from your stationary guide and complete the entire haircut. If your hair is too long, take another 1 to 2 inches off from your stationary guide and re-cut your hair. With the right angle, you can create beautiful layers that flatter your face and hair type.
It helps to dry hair evenly and prevents it from becoming frizzy. When using a hair diffuser, start by drying your hair until it is about 75% dry. Then, attach the diffuser and dry your hair until it is completely dry. Start by using a flat iron to straighten the hair. Then use a curling iron to curl the hair. Make sure to curl the hair in the same direction.
So, don’t be afraid to experiment until you find the perfect angle for your hair. Once you have cut the choppy layers, brush the hair out and style as desired. Now that you've made a loose face framing shape, we're going to use point cutting to fine tune our layers. Beginning at your shortest length, slowly lift the hair up in small sections and make soft cuts directly into the hair. This will soften our lines and give us another chance to eliminate any frayed looking ends.
