Layers: Do You Need Them by Stylist Jamie Nguyen

 

Layers: What They Do & Do You Need Them

 

Layers are a great way to change up a look, maybe you feel that your hair is too thin or too thick and wonder how you can make it feel lighter or fuller. Your hair texture, density, and pattern can make or break your final look.  Layers are when the top portions of your hair are cut shorter than hair underneath. Layers can range from short to long – gradual flow of layers from the shortest layer to longest length – or disconnected, with a layer much shorter than the overall length.

 

Your hair can feel heavy if not cut in a certain way. Layering removes or balances the bulk in the hair, which shortens the drying time. Layering on thin and straight looks wispy or straggly. However, if done right, layering can help add volume. It will not only add volume to your hair but also flatter your face. Layers are perfect for bringing life to dull hair and can make your hair more manageable. Layered haircuts can also add dimension but single length hair does not. Layers can also enhance your face and hides facial flaws.

 

When in doubt, do things gradually. Add in the layers slowly or work to grow them out bit by bit. Layers often call for more styling products, and frequent salon visits. The harsh truth that layers make it difficult to be tired back in a ponytail or even braiding seem impossible. The bottom line is that every haircut has its pros and cons. But layered hair comes with lots of pros; for instance, layers make thin hair look thicker and thick hair look heavy, while on the other hand, layers require high maintenance, and can be limits styling.