July 12, 2012

Contemporary Long Layers

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Contemporary Long Layers

Anyone can look like a superstar with this rocker-chic style from the TIGI Anthems collection. Point-cutting at a low elevation, combined with channel cutting, creates movement and a cutting-edge finish to this contemporary, head-turning look. Rock on!

HOW-TO STEPS

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Take a central profile part from the forehead to the nape.
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Back view
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Working from the back towards the sides, reshape the baseline by point cutting at a low elevation.
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Close-up

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In front of the ear, start rounding up towards the face.
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Close-up
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When the front hairline is reached, change to slide cutting and use this technique from the top downwards to open up the shape around the face.
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Repeat the same technique on the opposite side.

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Front view
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Front view
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Upon completion of the perimeter, create detail using parallel point-cutting.
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Apply TIGI Bed Head Superstar Leave in Conditioner to give support and control frizz throughout the drying process.

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Blow-dry the hair. Usign the hands to create a loose texture.
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Around the face use a TIGI Pro Extra Large Round Brush to smooth the cuticle.
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Apply TIGI Bed Head Headrush to give shine and to control unwanted frizz.
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Finish the cut with TIGI Bed Head HardHead hairspray then detail with the fingers.