The following advice will help you find out if a layered hairstyle is something that you could pull off.
Adding layers to your hair is an easy way to get movement into strands and take the shape and look of your locks to a new level. Layered hair can work wonders for some hair types, for others the result are less than impressive. This is mainly due to layering being more ideally suited to certain hair textures and elasticity. To find out if layer hair is the right option for you, take a look at this advice before stepping into the salon.
- Hair texture: Coarse, Medium, Fine
Everyone’s hair texture falls into one of these three categories: coarse, medium and fine. If you’re not sure what texture is, try to consult with your hairstylist. While all textures can be layered, some will work better with layers than others, and the type of layering used can also make or break your look.
In a nutshell, the hair texture that will get the most benefit out layers is coarse. Medium hair types are second best, while fine hair is the least suited.
As mentioned, the success of your layered look will also depend on the type of layering applied to hair texture. For example, even though coarse hair will respond best to layering, if it is layered incorrectly then the finished results could be a choppy mess. The same goes for fine hair. Under heavy layering it will look even thinner and wispier than normal, but with the right type of layers, it will have more volume, look thicker and gain movement.
- Best Texture: Coarse
Hair Elasticity: Straight, Wavy, Curly
When it comes to taming the elasticity of your hair, straight and wavy locks will benefit the most from some added layering. Those with wavy hair should see their natural texture and shape enhanced with the help of layers. Those with straight hair (provided it’s not extremely fine or thin) can except to see their locks brought to life with layers in the right areas.
While curly hair can also be layered, it’s at risk of ending up in a triangle-shape if the wrong layers are added. To get the best results for curly hair, find a hair dresser who specializes in curly hair that can assess your natural elasticity and added layer to suit.
- Best Elasticity: Straight and Wavy
We hope the advice has helped you decide if layers are right for you. If you are going to opt for this great option, find a layered hairdo image, to have something to take to your hair dresser so they can advice you if the look is the right for you.