HOW-TO STEPS

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  View of sectioning pattern.

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  View of sectioning pattern.

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  View of sectioning pattern.

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  Start first guide behind ear/ nape area, take a ¼-inch diagonal parting, elevate and cut a diagonal line. 

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  Continue as before, over directing each parting to the first, and  elavating each parting to create a  graduated outline.

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  View of last section over directed to first. Amount and degree of over direction/elevation may vary based on face shape, hairline and overall look.

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  Continue on opposite side. Note: Lengths can vary from side-to-side; symmetrical and asymmetrical.

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  Proceed to fringe area and cut a heavy, square or asymmetrical, pointed or rounded fringe to create the appearance of an oval face shape. Blow-dry hair with a Denman brush.

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  Refine outline by pointing/chipping into hair. Always work with and compliment the natural hairline growth pattern.

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  Note: Side areas do not connect in to fringe and back areas. Take vertical partings and cut into hair liberally, creating a light, layered internal structure and translucent, ragged perimeter.

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  Repeat process on opposite side. Note: Sides are not symmetrical,  creating an off-balanced appearance.

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