Long Graduation - How To (2)

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Long graduation cut - Hair cutting process
 
Step 12: Then take subsequent sections parallel to the first, moving back toward the crown, again mirroring the outline.
 
Long graduation cut - Avoid too much overdirection
 
Step 13: Please note the direction in which the hair is combed and cut. Too much overdirection will increase the graduation through the outline.
 
Long graduation cut - Cut the other side
 
Step 14: Repeat this process on the other side.
 
Long graduation cut - Divide the hair vertically to the nape
 
Step 15: Next divide the hair from the front hairline vertically to the nape in 2cm sections.
 
Long graduation cut - Elevate the hair and cut
 
Step 16: Elevate the hair vertically, straight out from the head and cut a straight line from short to long (graduation) using the previously cut fringe section as a guide. Ensure enough weight is established through the outline.
 
Long graduation cut - Internal layering
 
Step 17: The central section is a guide for the internal layering. Take a pivoted section from the crown down to the front hairline, incorporating a part of the central section already cut. Again, the hair is elevated, overdirected and cut using the previous section as a guide. Note: Because of the natural curve of the head, the hair is overdirected and thus creating an internal concave shape.
 
Long graduation cut - Cut short to long for graduation
 
Step 18: Take subsequent parallel sections. Overdirect using the previous section as a guide. Again, these sections are elevated and cut short to long (graduation).
 
Long graduation cut - How to
 
Step 19: Now repeat this process on the second side.
 
Long graduation cut - How to blow dry
 
Step 20: Blow dry and add a finish to the hair.
 
Long graduation cut - Refine with a pointing technique
 
Step 21: Then refine using a pointing technique to loosen the internal shape.
 
Long graduation cut for blonde hair
 
Finish: A back bone technique. A foundation to many varied looks. A long hairstyle with bangs and graduation.
 
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See also:
 
How to cut a long hairstyle with reverse graduation
 
How to cut long hair with graduation and pivoting sections
 
How to cut a one length long hairstyle
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