Wolf cut, chopped bob, choppy lob, modern shag, butterfly cut, there are so many names when it comes to describing a shaggy undone layered cut, but they all spawn from a shag foundation. Mandy McCullough, Sam Villa Ambassador, Redken Artist and owner of Fix Salon @FancyFinish breaks down how to cut a shag in 5 minutes below.
How To Cut A Shag in 5 Minutes
“Why do you need to know this? Because it takes a mere 5 minutes out of your life to learn and it will save you tons of time at the chair,” says McCullough.
The Benefits
- Any of the shag-inspired cuts can be created with this foundation
- Great for enhancing natural texture
- Creates lovely movement in any texture
- Hair falls forward lending to a modern vibe
- Layers shape the face to enhance or diminish various facial features
- Face framing helps hide signs of aging and looks sassy and youthful
- Great for those that do not want to fuss with too much styling, an undone soft textured finish is built into the cut
How does she do it?
- Expedited sectioning patterns that are easy to follow and replicate
- Special techniques to remove weight in areas that need to be collapsed
- Razor-cutting shortcuts that allow slicing at lightning speed
Tools Needed:
Sam Villa Signature Series Razor
Sam Villa Dry Sectioning Clips
Sam Villa Professional Light Ionic Blow Dryer
Sam Villa Signature Series Paddle Brush
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