Face-Framing Layers

THE CUT

A stylish upgrade to a standard hairstyle for long hair, adding in long layers takes away weight and bulk, giving the cut personality and movement.

Blending in soft face-framing layers creates a flattering focal point that draws attention to the eyes and brings life to long hair. Adding heavy fringe or bangs is a nice way to balance a wide forehead, while side fringe complements a short forehead.

An easy hairstyle for women to style and maintain, it works with all face shapes and hair textures.

THE STYLING

Create a smooth look with this hairstyle by massaging 2 to 3 drops of designline Silk Drops Serum into the ends your hair while it’s damp. For the back and sides of your head, run a paddle brush under small sections of hair as you focus the blow dryer’s concentrator attachment at the brush. Repeat the motion using a small or medium-size round brush with the front section around your face, creating a bend or soft curl to frame your face. Finish with a firm-hold hairspray like Big Sexy Hair Spray and Stay that is humidity resistant and adds shine.

For a second look, here's how to create loose spiral curls with this haircut: Spray Big Sexy Hair Root Pump into damp hair at the root and mid-shaft or wherever lift is desired. Begin blow-drying hair away from the scalp, using a vent brush and/or fingers. Once hair is dry, apply Total Results Mega Sleek Iron Smoother, then use a 1- or 1.5-inch curling iron or wand held vertically for a lasting beachy wave look. Spritz on Paul Mitchell Super Clean Light Hairspray for soft hold and body.