The Townhouse
Step by step guide on how to cut short hair with the three-tier layering technique, from Lee Stafford, myhairdressers.com
"The Townhouse" is a three-tier, clever but simple, layering technique that could easily be mistaken for graduation. It is an absolute proven salon winner. Alter the lengths for a multitude of different looks.
Before: Lauren before the cut.
Step 1: The top is sectioned off into a classic horse shoe, running from a recession, with the recession running through to a curve underneath the crown.
Step 2: The middle section is sectioned off from the top of the ear, either side running through the occipital bone. This gives you three sections, for the three tiers.
Step 3: Start with a vertical section in the back bottom panel. Pull this section square to the head and cut a flat line.
Step 4: Continue this process, taking subsequent parallel sections and using the previous section as a guide.
Step 5: Cross-check your work.
Step 6: Repeat this process on the second side.
Step 7: Dry off and iron the worked panel, then cross-check and refine.
Step 8: Next, point into the internal shape to diffuse the edge.
Step 9: Now work on the second tier in the middle area, using a vertical section. This tier is disconnected from the underneath. Ensure that the top of this section is cut shorter in order that it does not lay over the previous underneath panel, keeping the shape flat.
Step 10: Subsequent sections are worked vertically, using the same technique.
Step 11: Now cross-check your work.
Step 12: Now repeat this process on the other side.
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