DIY: At Home Soft Long Layer Haircut
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- Опубліковано 7 жов 2024
- In this video I show a cute versatile Soft Long Layer haircut simplified to ensure anyone can do it. Even if you have no scissor experience. This is a simplified redken haircut. I have made it easy to follow made it so you bring all hair forward instead of the traditional way of cutting heir. With being able to master doing your own hair cut will insure you have exactly what you want! As a hairdresser i wanted to creat this for the client that doesn't always have the time to come into the salon every six to eight weeks yet wants healthy split-end free hair. please watch subscribe and enjoy. Hope this helps and happy snipping!
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I am a licensed hairstylist and this is the best "DIY"layered haircut I have seen.
This is similar to what I would do, of course since I am doing it on someone else I am able to subsection the back and front and avoid overdirecting from the back to front, but this is a pretty technically correct haircut! MUCH better than the hair tie method!
+Erin Glassey aw thanks so much xx
I mean I feel like it's not that surprising seeing as she is a hairstylist hahaha
Erin Glassey. I agree. .I'm licensed also (so is she ) & this is the best example by far.. she's very talented.
I am the furthest thing from licensed and tried to save $ by following this video and cutting my own hair. I still messed up and had to get it fixed by a professional, but probably not as badly as I would have done without seeing this. Plus the stylist that fixed it said, "not bad!" Thanks for the vid!
Im.a hairdresser too ...dont ever cut your own hair ..you can really mess it up.
You did this 3 years ago and it's still making a difference. I just followed your tutorial and got a bomb haircut! Saved myself $55 bucks. Thanks!!
+Brenda Gonzalez hahaha i know it's been a long time!! cant believe it.. this is one of my first videos, the first video I made that actually got a lot of views, and to this day still my video with the most views :D guess i did something right back then lol. thanks for watching. xoxo
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@@Ellebangs Hi Silvia! I was just wondering if this still apply to how you can cut long soft layers yourself? I personally think it helped my hair. I always cut my own hair but tried your tutorial yesterday and it looks so much more polished. The one step I wasn't doing was the point cut on the back. After seeing your video my approach on pulling the back to the front so I can see what I'm point cutting has been a game changer for me. Do you still cut your hair this way or do you have more tips you have shared since 2012? Thanks for sharing you tips on DIY hair coloring too! I'm getting ready to apply brown permanent dye to my blonde hair to create the balayage effect. I'm following one of your video's! I'm super excited to try this process! TYVM! 🙂
Hello my Angel!!!!, I am a X-Hair dresser from the late 70's, I am here to thank you!!! I am a breast Cancer patient and have not done my hair in three years!!! UGH!!! we all know what that is like, especially Cancer patients. I really appreciate your DYI, it made me feel at little better about myself. Thank you so Much.
it's so fun to look back my first videos and see how awkward i was.. and STILL AM! :D and seeing the viewer count past a million gives me goose bumps! so please make sure you stop by my channel and see my new videos with new awesome hair tips!!
Now that you are even better, do other diy haircut tutorials, please. They are so useful. Thanks a lot!
ellebangs I tried this myself and LOVE the way my hair came out! I watched both of your DYI videos on layering your own hair and I got something out of both of them. I like this video better for hand placement (do wish you did both sides), my hair is very thick and about as long as the second video. I went back to my hairdresser to color my hair shortly after I cut it and he didn't comment on "My" cut... although, his girls said; it came out great!~ It is exactly what I've been asking him to do for many years, but he would never listen to me. Thank you, thank you! I will be sending in my donation!
Desiree1176 I specialize in color, but cutting is fun too so I really should do a few more! :) thanks for watching! xo
+ellebangs I hope you also have color videos..this is the area I lack confidence in..Subscribed!
+Blessed I have many color videos :) go check em out! xx
I ruined my hair yesterday, watched your video today and decide to try and fix the damage I made yesterday! It worked perfectly! Thank you so much!
Short jumps:
* * * DIVISION AND LENGTH * * *
1:26 beginning and dividing of hair to two sections (right and left)
1:36 dividing to four sections: left + right / back + front
2:01 choosing length of back section (demonstrating on left side)
3:33 choosing length on the front section (left side)
3:59 conecting back and front section (left side)
* * * LAYERING * * *
4:44 layering back section (left side)
6:47 layering front section (left side)
7:43 connecting back and front sections again (left side)
8:51 connecting front left and front right sections together
9:40 (optional) choosing bangs thickness
10:46 summing up
Hurray! In front of a mirror this is some serious neurological exercise.
Thanks for the 📹 video
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Thanks so much for breaking it into sections!
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I have long thick hair. I've been doing 9 sections for the past 5 years. This can be overwhelming.. This has really simplified the process for me. I always got confused about the crown section & layers. This really simplified my whole process and just makes sense. I'm no stylist. Just a mom who couldn't find time to get to my salon. I've watched endless tutorials on cutting layers, sectioning, etc. Just do this & remember it doesn't have to be perfectly sectioned. I get compliments on my hair all the time.
I have been cutting my own hair for many years and have never really "loved" the look. This was perfect. Thank you so much.
Coronavirus lockdown 2020 this video is so needed right now
I know right 🤣😂
This video is needed more than ever today.
Don't be so agonized by world events.
@@MsJewka_ I agree it really dose but I'm nervous to
cut my own hair.
Thank you so much. I've been cutting my hair using your video for 2 years now. I even get compliments from people on how good hair looks. And I live in London, hair competition is fierce haha
Watching this, while in Quaretine. Love her. Thank you for showing this. I'm going to try this and DM you.
It works! I just did my own hair cut following this video, and what i achieved is the first haircut in my life which i love at first sight. I didn't just remove hair tips, following this video, I managed to get a lot smoother transition of hair layers, and a lot smoother transition to a formerly quite awkward bang too. Elle, you are Great!
another comment by either friend/relative/buddy click bait. ummmm. we can see your hair in the picture you posted so nice try cutting , layering straight, long thin hair when yours is short, thick wavy and full. you kind of ppl. bug me so much. some young kid is gonna ruin her hair not realising hair extensions were used, and cheap clip ins to boot. she didn't touch her hair and you know it.
@@honeyowen3163 um what
@@honeyowen3163 What is your problem??
Tried this yesterday, and I absolutely love how it turned out! Every time I have been at the salon, I didn't feel like I got as many layers, as I asked for, no matter what I said, or which picture I showed.. And I just made them myself, yesterday :) wow, I'm satisfied 👍🏼 thank you so much
This is my go to video. Perfection everytime. For the last 6years. I know what to do just like to watch it again🙊💕❤
I've had so many hairdressers ruin my hair. I had this cut before the carnage and have been trying to get back to it. You made it so easy. I know I'll get better at it but it's a dream come true finding you. Thank you so much.
Me, too. Several times over the years, by hairdressers in different states. It’s been horrible.
I looked up this video because I knew you had a good one about cutting your own hair. I was surprised to see how different you acted, but then I saw the date of the video. You have definitely come a long way and gained more confidence since this video. Thank you so much for continuing to make videos!
So nice to see a refreshing and beautiful face that isnt caked in makeup or false lashes! Very pretty and natural. Love the way you got straight into this tutorial without wasting time on chit chat 😄 a very concise, easy to see and listen to tutorial. I am going to try this myself. Really appreciate this video. Thanks.
Have been cutting my own hair at home in my own way for years but found these vidios so helpful. I wouldn't dare go public with my cutting method and think you are all so brave. Please carry on. Its such a help and you all make it look so easy. A big thank you.
I have to tell you... i did your basic "reverse balyage/hombre"first to bring back natural.. i was blown away by the simplicity and excellent result... now i decided to try this cut.. and GURLL.. I SWEAR you have just literally RESCUED my hair. i did great on both color and cut.. and the credit goes to you completely. excellent tips and teaching. thank you thank you!! this would have been hundreds and hundreds in a salon... now into damage control. in watching ALL your videos. You absolutely Rock!!
Twice over the years, I've done something stupid to my color and desperately came to your channel and asked for help and you answered me. You are SO sweet. And now I found this older video of yours and I was actually able to do it! I gave myself a trim and got rid of the dead ends and I can't believe it, but it looks great! Thanks so much, as always. :)
This is still by far my go-to trim in between salon visits or if I’m too busy. Everyone compliments my hair and are often shocked that I did it myself. Thank you so much for this tutorial.
i have watched several tutorials over the last few months and this is by far the best ive seen. I cut my own hair all the time but needed a brush up, and this is right on target.
Every time that it’s time to trim my hair, I re-watch this video. So THANK YOU!!! It always turns out amazing! Super easy!! ❤️
WOW ~ I have watched numerous people cut their hair on UA-cam.
You are the ✨first ✨person I have watched that has explained the "hair cutting theory" in simple terms.
You made this process seem attainable. ✨Thank you so much✨🙋🏼🇨🇦
I will defiantly try this to straighten out the bad haircut I just paid $65 for, I'm ready to cut my own hair.
After all these years of explaining to a stylist what I want and them never getting it. Me paying lots of money to someone who doesn't do it right, nor even close. This video is exactly what I want. I'm so proud of this lady for taking her time and talent and obvious joy of cutting hair to share this explanation and talk me through it. I did it! I tried it and I love it. Thankyou more than you will ever know! THANKYOU!
omg this technique works so well, I can't believe that I was able to do this to my own hair. Thank You so much!!! :)
kalisha jones haha yay :) go watch my newer videos for more fun hair tips!
Thank you so much for sharing. I watched this several times before trying it. I've now used your techniques for 5 haircuts and I've been very very happy with the results! It looks just as good as any salon cut I ever had. I suggest people try the cutting the layers a little longer than you think at first, so if you make a mistake (like I did the first couple cuts), then you can simply cut an inch or so off the length for a perfect cut. Saving lot's of money and really happy with the results! Thank you!
I just want to say THANK YOU. It took me a good while to get my hair done, bc I am OCD and kept watching each step and pausing and going back, and then after the basics I kinda just took it to explore the steps over again. I love my hair. I cut it dry, and wetted the ends some bc my hair can tends to curl up in some places. But you're amazing and I can't say thank you enough.
I'm 50 years old and just tried this...LOVE IT!!! Just found your videos today and I am watching them all. Thanks for sharing!!!
aw thanks so much :) always appreciated and please share my videos! :) xo
I have natural really wavy hair. So after I wash and dry it I straighten it then cut.That way I can wear it natural or straighten. Thank you so much for this. I am so glad I found you. I have been trying to achieve this for years and never could get it. NOW I CAN!!!!
I have commented on this video already but had to come back to share that this is helping so many people. The results are really actually professional ones if you just do as she explains in her video and Take Your time. Dry hair does have a huge advantage for you too. I will be continuing to do this even once lockdowns are over. This is a great way for our family to save money and time and getting it done properly. I dont colour my hair but there are some amazing videos for that too. Just gotta do things properly. Going blonde is the most tricky one but simple once you learn how. Been there and done that but its been ages and i love my natural colour so its here to stay
Love this vid! So easy to follow. Living abroad and desperately needed hair cut due to damage but nervous of language barrier. I've now managed to get rid of all the damaged ends myself so hopefully my hair will gain length instead of breaking off now!
Been cutting my own hair for two years now but never had a real solid system until I watched this video! Thank you! My hair came out awesome this time!
I did this to my hair last night and i love it my boyfriend thought i went to a salon!! I think ive found my calling!!
I've been following you forever! You were just a baby!! And u didn't need botox yet. Can't believe you've grown your platform so much, and you are so much more relaxed in front of the camera. So proud of you 👏 🥰
This was perfect! 😍 My hair went from dull to beautiful. I didn't think it'd be so easy
I just tried this cut and my hair looks amazing. It is simple yet makes perfect sense. My hair is mediterranean and wavy and this works perfecto for wavy hair. It kindda looks to the trims I get in the salon where they spend much less time and effort and charge me 80 euros. Thanks Silvia for all your videos, I am now cutting my hair and colouring it as well at least retouching following some of your videos. This one is just amazing. Muchas gracias!!
I watched your tutorial and I just had to try it. So I did )) My hair is coarse, thick and wavy and it badly needed a haircut anyway, so I decided to experiment and see what happens. And, OMG, it worked and my hair looks great! Thank you sooo much for that video!
Yay. Its a little more difficult on someone with coarse hair, so Im proud and glad you like it! Thanks for watching! Ksenia Boroday
I just cut my hair after watching your video! It was quite liberating and turned out really well! It also saved me €50 at the hairdressers! Thanks a million from a broke but happy woman in Ireland!
Thank you so much for this tutorial! I work in the service industry (for now), and keeping my hair pulled back all the time just destroys it. I use this tute regularly to keep my hair looking healthy (but still long enough to keep it out of my face for work). A+! :)
I have been going to high end salons for my entire adult life and may return simply for the luxury of it but I cut my own hair for the first time last week using this video and am so impressed with the results! Thank you!
I was about to get $20 haircut, but I went for it and tried this out, and honestly I can say I love it! Thanks (x
I started cutting my own long layers during COVID and now I can trim my layers in 5 mins. Thank you!! Great tutorial!
I am 9 month postpartum months and haven’t had time to schedule a hair appointment with work and everything and my hair was so ratty, long, and felt so thin from PP hair loss. I was ready to chop my hair and I am so happy I found this video. I just got done following it and my hair looks soooooo long and lush, full of body and volume now just from removing a couple inches! It’s also such an amazing haircut! I am so excited to show it off now! Thank you Elle! I will for now on be cutting my own hair!!
Easy to follow! Trimmed and layered my long hair during quarantine and I'm soooo happy with the cut. Thank you!!
I have watched a lot of videos for DIY layered cuts and this is the best and I like that she did it with the hair dry because u do see the results instantly.I also love those scissors.Thanks for this video,i feel more confident to cut my hair.
I’m so confused!!!!! How is it that someone who is a “professional” in the “beauty industry” has less than a million followers.. yet she’s been on UA-cam for over 8 years..... doesn’t have that many followers!!!?!!! I guess people only care about their makeup and not their hair!!!?!! I mean I don’t wanna wear wigs n extensions my whole life!! I want to color my own hair.. cut my own hair..... legit SAVE some money lol. I mean I love your tutorials!! From when u had skinny ass brows to where you’re looking amazing ... redken ambassador... I mean literally making me buy everything. I need to make my hair healthier .. I think hair makes a huge ass difference in appearance and age !!!! Love u girl
I agree, she deserves more followers! So pretty, too!
Oh my gosh after the layers your hair immediately looks so much smoother and prettier. Can’t wait to try this, thank you!!
What a great tutorial! Just cut my own hair after losing another stylist. It looks fantastic!!
Jen Elliott great!! love hearing the feedback! xx
thank you so much! it’s so awesome that you’re a professional who’s actually willing to help vs being super judgmental like most professionals are
I've been doing this haircut on my curly hair for a long time because it worked. I'm glad to see that it's an actual haircut. You did a fantastic job. I'm inspired to trim my own hair tomorrow. I save alot of money by doing that.
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Do you straighten it first, or do it wet? I have curly hair too and have been trying to polish the way I cut my hair. This video made it less of a mystery, which is SO helpful!
jessica --- pls don't do 'cut in' to curly hair ever! ---
This is 2022 and for the past 3 years I have used this tutorial over and over and gave great haircuts at home. Thank you 🙏
Woooonderful tutorial!!! one of the best I've watched, you are so skilled. Thank you.
I love this video. I have been cutting my own hair for about a year with the instructions. I go back and watch just to refresh my memory every few months since I am not a hair stylist. My hair always turns out perfect!!
I just did it and it totally worked! My hair looks cute!
It's not the first time I've cut my hair but it was the first time I used her method.
It's really easy though, look up how to do a "heart shaped" hair cut, that's what I started with and it's so easy.
Indecisivegurrl Alex Glad to hear you have tried this out and loved it!!
I watched this video 6 years ago and this has been my go to cut ever since. Looks great every time.
Thank you so much for making this video! This was exactly the look I was after and it was so easy to follow your steps. Thanks again!!
thank you
Thank you soooooo much for the time and energy you put into these videos. You have saved my hair!!! I live in a town on the pacific coast of Mexico. There is not a single person who knows how to properly cut my hair here. I have had so many bad, tear provoking haircuts and finally had stopped cutting my hair all together. The closest person i trust to touch my hair is in a town 20 hrs away so needless to say i don't get to see him as often as i or my hair would like. In desperation last night i came across your video and now i just need to get some good shears and am going for it!!!! Thank you very very much for this empowerment xox
I'm a licensed cosmetologist in 2 states and I have to say this is the best video I've seen on how to cut your own hair because you can never trust your best friend or you always get a hairdresser that loves to cut a little too short. Very nice!
friend or family? she has a dollar store clip in hair extension and never touches her hair. PPL. LIKE YOU are gonna ruin some young girls hair because she thinks this idiot is actually cutting her hair when she doesn't even touch it.
honey owen could you provide a time stamp to where you can see the hair extension clip in?
I cut my hair after watching this tutorial. I have never cut my own layers in/out myself, I followed your instructions and the following day at work I had stylist double check my cut. Besides the fact I am no hairdresser... she said it wasn't bad at all.... my transitioning was a bit tough but over all great. And I've gotten many compliments. I was also told my hair looked way healthier. Thank You....
aww this makes me smile!! Glad your current stylist approved!! :) Thanks for watching. ANd you have to watch my updated haircut video
Omg! My hair Is so difficult and this worked perfectly! I have absolutely no experience cutting hair, this video is the best!! Thank you, thank you!!! I'm never paying for a haircut again! My hair looks awesome!
So happy u liked it! Please take a sec and share my video in support :)
I am a mom of a one year old son and a wife to my husband....I stay busy all the time. "Me" time is far and few between.... and I have never received a cut I loved from a salon. I have never been brave enough to try to cut my own hair until I watched your video today. Thank you so much for making this video hun, you're beautiful!
I did this in October, trying to grow my hair out so on this day it's round two, my hairs grown a bit I'm excited I love this video it's clear and simple for anyone. I have some experience so I find it easy, love you and your hair. Loving all the new vids as well!! Keep it up!! =) -Carrissa
Thank you! It is nice to see how you actually show a step by step process and not sloppily done!
Loved this! Thanks for taking the time to make it!
I learned more from this than the tons of videos on here by the 4 same guys "professionals" that talk the entire time and I get lost because they're talking too much. And they get way too technical for me..
This was just what I needed. Thanks
I just tried this last night and was amazed at how great it turned out! I did find it a bit tricky to do, especially the back parts, as my hair is so thick.. could you maybe show/explain how you would further section the hair for those of us who have a lot of hair? Also, would you recommend straightening it first? my tips wee all bending this way or that, which also my made it a bit tricky..
Thanks for the video though, can't believe I can maintain my hair at home now! Brilliant!
This is the best tutorial for layers that I've tried! I was put off at first because you have very straight hair and I've got very thick, naturally curly hair but this cut helps it sit brilliantly. I'm also impressed at how easy it is to do. Love it, thank you :-)
yes I get asked that A LOT! :) video on that coming soon! I def do a lot of damage to my hair. with color, highlighting and heat tools. But there are def tricks to help. STay tuned for the video coming soon.
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My hair is past the shoulders length to long flat, coming back to your layer cut to do on my hair again. Thank God you still have this up, thank you so much. Love your new hair style on you.❤
just cut my own hair by following this tutorial and im really happy with it .. amazing :)X
I've been trimming my own hair since I watched this video and the health of my hair has improved greatly by keeping the dry ends cut off. It also has lengthened the time between hair appointments. Thank you!
Thank you so much, this helped huge! Also, you're gorgeous!
Just to say you are not awkward but rather clear and concise in your explanations. Thanks for the video. x
Hi, I just spent over an hour cutting 2 inches of length from my hair while cutting along to your video. Turned out pretty decent. You make it look easy. Guess it just takes practice. Kinda fun giving yourself a haircut. :) It's hard to stop doing fine tuning here and there. I'll be checking out your other vids. Thank you!
Karen S 'o
I've watched this video over a dozen times over the years, too scared to try it. I finally tried it, and I can't believe how good it came out! I'm dying this is the best hair cutting video out there
You're so pretty. Your color hair is perfect for you too. :-)
I've never really been the type to go to salons much, but since watching this video two years ago..Here I am still referencing back and cutting my own hair. 2k18. Thanks love! 💕
Anyone else here because all the hair salons are closed 😩 lmao
Meeeee.
You guessed it
Miss Jess yep
Miss Jess yes. Hope I can do this.
Yup
This helped me SO MUCH. My hair dresser cut my layers VERY thick and VERY blunt and i have been doing your technique veryyy carefully on myself and my layers and finally blending together softly. I could cry from happiness lol thank you for this video!!!
it would be awesome if you could do more hair cutting tutorials ! i struggle with clipper cuts X0X0
i trimmed my hair today and followed this video and it actually worked! it's the first time i've ever trimmed my hair and i haven't taken way too much off or it hasn't looked horrible. i like my hair quite blunt so i just did the base cut and bangs part.
I love your hair!!! You look absolutely amazing! Does this cut work on thinner hair and not so much hair?
thank you tank you thank you! I messed up my layers last year and haven't touched my hair since and now that they're grown out i've wanted to fix them and this really really helped me. i feel confident now!
Def gonna try this. You remind me of my biggest mistake when graduating high school...NOT going to cosmo school! ; 0)
amy moyer aw, you have to get on and do it!! :)
Aww thanks but turning 43 in a couple weeks. ..kinda late to start! Love ur videos though. Lots of fun ibstruction & info. Thanks
amy moyer Never too late. Anything in life is never too late to learn.
Watched this video years ago and love it , now I am back to the lesson , Thanks so much for videos like this
This was so helpful. Thank you!
Thank you so much for explaining the RIGHT way to cut your own hair! This keeps my hair healthy because I can cut it more often so I don't have to lose to much length at once and helps growing my hair longer and healthier! (Whithout haven to pay alot of money in the salon) and they always cut off to much lenght anyway.
Thank you!!
You cut hair waaay better than some hairdressers!
I just had a haircut and asked for a layered bob. Guess what- he cut it in a straight line :(
Thank you ellebangs, you are my lifesaver!! I tweeted it in my Japanese tweet and English tweet both. I hope many people will enjoy your kindness due to this coronavirus lockdown 2020. Stay safe ellebangs :)
You look like Penny from The Bing Theory in this video 😍
I thought that too.
I loved this style/cut and wore several versions (long/shorter ) over the yrs, but my stylist passed away. can't tell you how many other stylists really messed it up! But after giving up & letting it just grow long, I decided to give it a try. After taking around 6" off I watched this a couple of times and jyst went for it, and I love it! I also watched a tutorial for long bangs to frame my face and it looks really good. I can blow it dry and leave it natural or put curls in for a different look & both look great. can wear it up also! So THANK YOU!!!
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I loved this style/cut and wore several versions (long/shorter ) over the yrs, but my stylist passed away. can't tell you how many other stylists really messed it up! But after giving up & letting it just grow long, I decided to give it a try. After taking around 6" off I watched this a couple of times and jyst went for it, and I love it! I also watched a tutorial for long bangs to frame my face and it looks really good. I can blow it dry and leave it natural or put curls in for a different look & both look great. can wear it up also! So THANK YOU!!!
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wow! thanks.
ive been cutting my own hair for years but never achieved healthy looking hair with layers that i wanted, but now it looks healthy and also feels like it added weight. thanks!
I made it to the last mod of cosmetology scool, and quit the day I was to go cut 'on the floor'. I was petrified of ruining someone's hair. True Story.
wow thanks so much silvia! after 20 years cutting my hair myself - always straight, never dared to do otherwise - finally i did a layer haircut to myself and it looks great!
Love this!! What scissors did you use to cut your hair?
OMG! looked at so many that were too long and difficult... Founds yours simple and exactly what I was looking for THANK YOU!
wow this helped me out so much thank you!
I actually tried this on my hair which is pretty long so I figured if I messed it up no big deal I would just go to a pro because I needed to lose a couple inches anyway. No need. It came out good. I took off about 1 inch all around. Now I have cute layers. I recently moved to another state and this will get me by until I find a new salon I like. Thanks!