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Bobs & Lobs
How To Cut an Asymmetrical Bob In One Simple Step
What is asymmetry in terms of hair cutting? It is simply a true diagonal line from short to long or
long to short, that's it!
Let's discuss a powerful and easy technique fo...

The best magnetic wristband for hairdressers
It's all about making your life easier behind the chair and the Magnetic Bobby Pin Wrist Band by Lorna Evans does just that!
When you're working on up-styles or anytime you are using bobby pins or...

How to control hair growth patterns
They're pesky, they can't be avoided and most people have them - that's right, I'm talking about cowlicks, swirls and other erratic growth patterns. So, what is the best way to "train" the hair so ...
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How to cut face framing layers [VIDEO]
How many times have you tried to frame a face by cutting a diagonal line on one side of the head and then repeating that angle on the opposite side of the head? It's challenging to say the least!
O...

Bobs & Lobs
How to collapse a bob haircut
We received a question on our Facebook page from Denise where she asked, "What is the best way to achieve the soft, wispy line at the bottom of a bob haircut and not end up with a triangular look?...

Waves & Curls
How to create finger waves with a curling iron
In this how to video, Sam Villa demonstrates two different techniques using a Marcel Iron to create a variation of finger waves.
First, Sam share the secret to creating Red Carpet Waves, think T...

Bobs & Lobs
How to cut an angled bob
We received a question on our Facebook page from Freida who asked, I just watched the BOBology DVD and I loved it.
I would like to know how you would section and cut the hair if the client wants...

How to remove bulk from hair
Recently, we received a question on our Facebook page (click here to post your questions!) and Michelle asked, "I would love some tips on thick, course hair for a client that wants weight removed....
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Layering
How to blend choppy layers hair [VIDEO]
When it comes to cutting layers into hair, you have many options. Point cutting is an excellent technique for adding adding layers that are pliable, but the devil is in the details.
The way that yo...