How to Check the Layers of Curly Hair

The length of the layers of a curly hair style must be checked throughout the cutting process to guarantee a symmetrical style. The goal of checking the curly hair length is to guarantee the various sections of hair are balanced. Curly hair lengths are best adjusted when the hair is damp.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

1. Dampen the hair. Curly hair needs to be kept damp while cutting to prevent the curliness from ruining the hairstyle.

2. Look at the way the curly hair sits on the head. Use a comb and mirror to check the bottom layers of the hair style.

3. Walk behind the customer and check the way the hair lays across the back of the head. It is a good idea also to lift the hair and push it to one side or the other to find any imbalances in the thickness or length.

4. Brush or comb the hair to one side and dampen it again. Look at the overall shape and tightness of the curl. The hair should sit where placed without shifting around very much.

5. Check the front and top of the hair style. The top is often neglected as so much focus is on the way the layers look from the side, front and back. The hair on top of the head should flow smoothly without sticking upright.