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how-to, instagram, long layers, paragon, Slide Cutting, step-by-step
The Butterfly cut is more than just a bunch of long layers, so you’ll need the technical breakdown of the trend for the results your clients are expecting. Learn how to balance and volumize this cut with tips from the one who made it all viral, @ahappyjustin!
dry cutting, Fringe, haircut, instagram, long layers
Part the hair as desired, then take one piece and over direct to the opposite side. Then, slide cut using the “Pinch & Talk” method. This technique will help form and accentuate the soft detailing of the bangs. Remember it’s always good to cut longer first—you can always go shorter!
bob haircut, Chris Jones, Master Series
Discover how you can achieve that cool-girl soft blunt bob haircut that your clients want! Watch as Chris Jones utilizes wet and dry cutting techniques to create a strong perimeter shape with soft internal layers.
arc scissors, farhana premji, haircut, how-to, Layers, long layers, Matt Swinney
“I want layers, but keep the length”—we’ve all heard our clients say this a million times. That’s why the long layered haircut will keep your books filled and your clients coming back. Here’s what we’re seeing on the 2021 trend radar: shorter layers that frame the face, often paired with ’60s curtain bangs and blowouts that accentuate the layered look.
bob haircut, Carolynn Judd, Designer Series
With our favorite celebrities sporting shorter cuts (we see you Charlize Theron), bobs are the “it” haircut this year and we are here for it! Want to give clients a fresh chop? We had BTC Team Member and Bob Queen Carolynn Judd (@styled_by_carolynn) bring her bob expertise to The BTC House. She broke down her signature A-line bob haircuts and helped fix some common bob cutting mistakes.
arc scissors, bob haircut, bobs, Chris Jones, dry cutting, Phantom, symmetry
Have you ever spotted a super sharp bob from across a room and thought to yourself "I wonder who cuts her hair?" If you are in the Houston area, chances are it was Chris Jones (@chrisjones_hair). With over 277, 000 (!) followers on Instagram, Chris is known for his "soft blunt" bobs and cutting techniques. So we sat down with Chris (virtually of course) and got all of dos and dont's of creating an eye-catching perimeter.
arc, arc scissors, Designer Series, Fringe, how-to, Rachel Williams, Shag
The shag haircut can be an intimidating cut when you are first attempting it. From its section elevation to the texturizing techniques, it can seem confusing but the shag is a highly customizable and versatile cut if you know how to slay it. We reached out to ARC™ Scissors Architect and shag expert Rachel Williams (@rachelwstylist) to get all of her tips and tricks to ease your anxiety and set you up for success.
arc scissors, Chris Jones, Designer Series, Fringe, gilad goldstein, Master Series, mickey colon, Rachel Williams
For clients who want to ease their way into a face frame, we collected some go-to cutting tips from some of Instagram’s top cutters for giving clients a soft, fresh new fringe.
Chris Jones, Texturizing Shears
Discover the solutions to 4 common problems stylists encounter when using texturizing shears. along with bonus texturizing tips & techniques by Chris Jones.
arc scissors, bob haircut, Chris Jones, Designer Series, dry cutting, Layers, paragon, symmetry, texture, Texturizing Shears
Ever have a client request a fresh chop with “just one or two layers,” but their inspo pic is a wavy-styled textured bob? We feel your pain. To help you navigate the perils of client consultations, we asked cutting expert Chris Jones (@chrisjones_hair) to break down the difference between these two on-trend cuts AND to share his cutting tips for achieving both! Scroll down for everything you need to know.