5 Mistakes You Should NEVER MAKE with your Bob Haircut!

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[@justinhickox]

OK, what mistakes did you NOT think about before?

[@TheDriftwoodlover]

Curve at the bottom

[@megdevane8636]

Same! How do I use my round brush and get a bend without curve?

[@susanjaderberg690]

The curve at the bottom I dident know looked so bad until now 🤣

[@corinneburque]

The parallel to the floor… I recently had my hair cut (chopped off 12in) overall I love it but that is what has been bothering me about it. Thank you as now I feel like I can tell my stylist what I am wanting to change. Oh and city beauty is legit. I can restock using your code!!! Thank you

[@charlottejohnk6712]

In the 90’s I tried a bob and I made the mistake of the bottom being straight across, no bevel in the back and my hair was in the shape of a pyramid no matter how much I tried to smooth it out. 😕

[@toomylight2311]

Omg ! As a retired hair stylist this is what I’m talking about these days , so many now go and train for hairdressing but don’t let their mind go beyond what they’ve been shown to do , now you are the true stylist in your thinking that’s where the gift and the craft comes into play . Seeing what suits the client , TELLINg them and making suggestions , then putting your own spin on it , so so hard to find a stylist that does that these days .👏👏👏👏👏

[@skratchd112]

Yes! I once went to a hairdresser and told her to do whatever she wanted to.... she gave me a trim 😂

[@jeanbowie9504]

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[@user-gz9cw1mv6o]

Yes! Seems like for some it’s almost robotic. If the client says layers they hold the hair and scissors this one way. Same technique for every client, every length, every texture! It’s so hard to find a stylist that can truly assess and customize! And even harder to find one who can think outside the box with atypical techniques.

[@greenleavesofsummer9673]

Ok, i wish someone as talented as you would get a motorhome Salon and travel over US to rescue many women’s hair! PLEASE!

[@elleneckblad2006]

OMG I fell asleep with this video in my earbuds and then it switched to your two-hour live … and you were incorporated into my dream. Everything you were saying in your live event you were saying directly to me in my dream … except I didn’t want a haircut! I was yelling at you to shut up and you wouldn’t stop! I LOvE your videos by the way, when I am awake! 🤭❤️🤣

[@angelp9956]

Excellent advice. I knew I was doing “something” wrong and now I know what it is. I was adding to much bend at the bottom. The stylist didn’t do it…..but I over-styled and got a poofy bottom. Thanks for your help! No one wants a poofy bottom. Lol.

[@lisaswords1582]

This is sooo me!! Must have that volume, so I totally fluff and bend!

[@user-jp9ox8gv6j]

I always over bend my bob, I get loads of compliments.

[@valeriebrooks6430]

I’ve worn an angled below chin length bob for most of the past 10-15 years. It’s a great easy, flattering style for me (I get frequent compliments) but the “secret sauce” to ease of blowout and maintenance was when I added an “undercut” to the back! That’s where my hair is super thick and wavy and seems to grow out faster than the rest. That undercut means less time in my blowout (with a large round brush) and I only need a few swipes of the flat iron on the sides and front. I’d love to see a part 2 Bob video that addresses the undercut.

[@emiliabridger7370]

Nahh lol what happens in the wind when it blows your hair up and reveals the bald bit 😂

[@prycelessly]

You are so good at this that I remained enthralled by & through your ad, placed in the middle of your video. It was seemless. It was not until you continued with reason # 4 that I'd realized I'd just watched product merchandising. You and your wife left me wanting to try them & I am not an easy sell. Kudo! I love your show!

[@justinhickox]

This is the best compliment I can ask for! Sponsorships are such an important part of making this an actual business but it's VITAL to us that we ONLY sponsor products that we use and love. Then trying to do an ad can be authentic and just a conversation instead of an "ad read". Thanks you for this feedback!

[@debbiecs1964]

I needed this video because I’m unhappy with how my stylist cuts my bob.

[@justinhickox]

Sorry to hear that but glad I could help. Did any of the mistakes stand out to you?

[@janetgile6499]

Same for me !

[@debbiecs1964]

@@justinhickox definitely. The level of the current cut isn’t parallel to the ground. Instead it’s a tad shorter in the front and slightly gets longer towards the back. It’s also layered so it makes the layer underneath flip up once it gets longer.

[@poojachaudhary6229]

Which Bob style? Even I'm looking for some

[@BlackBearPromoTV]

I have all of these issues except #1...thanks for helping me figure it out for my next cut.

[@trishhickson1550]

Oh Justin. I was waiting for the antidote to the turned under bob! I’d love to see examples. Interesting as usual 👍

[@MsBraeswood]

Great advice! In a future video, could you give some tips on varying a bob style, for example with headbands, barrettes, combs, or half up, half down? These are hard to get right without it looking too juvenile-is there a way to approach using them at 50-plus?

[@joelleaittama1416]

You are spot on. I have been playing with different bob styles, and after watching this I am going back to my tried and true bob cut that is exactly what you described here. I was doing the Italian bob and it’s alright, but not as flattering as it could be.

[@lauriestallard8768]

I totally agree…except my hair is “curly” and has a natural bend at the bottom especially if I don’t flat iron (which I don’t like to do more than 2-3 times a week at most). And I have a habit of tucking the front behind my ears so guess what happens…. Any tips you can give us on this would be terrific! Thanks for another great video!

[@cyclamen831]

Me too, I have the same problem!

[@resstie]

Same. Even if I flat iron and don't tuck it behind the ear, it will bend in a few hours anyway. The front and front sides is the curliest zone for me, really stubborn too, it's even rare that a hairdresser can style the sides symmetrical lol.

[@d.h.9278]

Lovely video- but the final issue you addressed wasn't completed! How do you or what do you do to not get that bend- in the bottom? Could you give some examples or is there a video that addresses this? Ciao!

[@irismccloud5446]

Can you please do a video on how to style a bob and not end up with too much bend at the bottom. A mistake my stylist used to tell me was that I was trying to make my hair too perfect.

[@d3sgrammy576]

Thank you for this video on bob hair styles. Keep ‘‘em coming! ❤

[@g3andrea]

I totally agree about the proper angle for your face along with layering in the right places. I had the problem of too much bend at the bottom when I was wearing a bob a few months ago. No matter how much product I used, the weight of my baby fine hair would flatten out...except for the ends, because of my natural curls. I realize now that I just need a lot more layering for my hair to look right for my style aesthetic. I have now gone into a short pixie/bob. My hair stylist is working with me to tweak it so I can have versatility, and it will fall the way a bit more uniformly. Both sides of my hair do not have the same curl patterns, one sweeps back and lays smoothly. The other side flips out and looks shaggy. No matter how much I manipulate it with styling tools and products, once I walk outside or generate any body heat my hair goes flat on top and starts curling. I just need to embrace it and rock what I've got going on. lol

[@kellyl819]

I think we are the same person! I’ve got super fine hair w a slight wave that has the same wave pattern (left side flips out and right in), and I have what I call a “humidity meter” cowlick on the right that pops up through my hair when it hits the florida heat. No styling tool or product has been able to combat this! The closet I’ve come to getting sleeker hair in the humidity is the “ Wow” spray in the silver bottle. If I could just stay indoors in a dry climate I’d be all set! Lol I applaud your bravery for cutting it to a pixie. I think my head is too weirdly shaped for that but I love that on other people.

[@heatheryarbrough5255]

I really appreciate this video. I am currently planning on some kind of bob. Going into this hairstyle armed with this knowledge is great. Thanks again

[@cellosong]

I agree with all your points - you get it with the details of cutting and styling the bob haircut!

[@debs5531]

i enjoy City Beauty too - and your advice especially about all things bobs!

[@HoosierMamaIn804]

Mistake #3 is one I’ve never heard, something to really think about… As always, great video and tips, Justin 💜

[@justinhickox]

Glad it was helpful! That's awesome! That's a tough one since it's not done at home, but it's a VERY common problem.

[@karynstouffer3562]

1-Yes, 2 - Yes, 3- Yes. 4- Oh my gawd, Yes! 5- YES! I can't even tell you how many times I had to tell clients that I "could" copy the photo they brought in. Then I would get as close as I could to showing them why I thought it was not the style for them. I would explain the difference in hair density, texture, growth patterns, all the things. I would even explain how the particular color technique enhanced the hair in the photo. I basically gave them a very thorough consultation. In the end, they would (most of the time) let me create a similar style, but more suited to them, and I would teach them how to actually style their hair. I drove my manager nuts by taking much longer for each appointment, BUT I also had so many more requests and much more client retention than the other stylists. I miss working in the salon sometimes.

[@nurse19711]

So informative !! Thanks so much!!

[@catherinedaisy1700]

#3! Thank you for explaining what that's all about. It has happened to me many times over the years of going back and forth between pixie and bob. That divot under the ears really makes or breaks the style and it has been difficult for me to find someone who doesn't do it no matter how many photos, how many descriptions of what I want: a bob not dog ears!

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[@itsjustme7979]

Great information! Thank you so much 👍

[@RobinGerhart]

Thank you! Enjoyed!

[@joshuasundquist7771]

You're extremely thorough and intelligent with teaching and explaining these Concepts great job

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Love what you recommend!! ❤️

[@sandyh5653]

You are right, 45 was the age of death! I dried up, became crepey like and started sagging overnight. My hair became dull and skin felt so dry, incredibly itchy and sensitive. Granted, it was more like that entire year...but I noticed a huge difference.

[@greggfletcher5485]

Your content is great! Thank you for all you do! Cindy

[@user-xj1hc2kk1d]

Such great tips. Had no idea of any of it.

[@susanmartinez1485]

This is very helpful, Justin! You are a very good instructor. Thank you! I found City Beauty about three months ago. I love the cream for the “marionette lines.” Thank you for your tutorials.

[@justinhickox]

Thank you! I appreciate that! City Beauty is great right!

[@beyond50skin]

As someone who loves skincare, geeks out on facial structure and face shape… the concept of not visually dragging the eye down for my over50 skin ( w/ general fat loss and natural facial sagging) I get & appreciate this analysis!! It makes great intuitive sense when looking at angles & structure. ❤ City lips unfortunately breaks my lips out! :(

[@TheDriftwoodlover]

Great points. Thanks!

[@justinhickox]

You're so welcome! Did any of the points stand out?

[@maureenjurmann1916]

Hi Jonathon, I loved your video today. It made so much sense and was really helpful. I currently have a pixie and want to grow it out. I appreciate your recommendations and will be sure to take them into account. The problem is finding the right stylist to do the cutting and shaping. Any salon selections in the Chicago area your might pass along? Thanks and I love you and your channel!

[@re-ridersuzanne]

Love your wife! I tried City Lips, too irritating for my sensitive skin. Glad it worked for her. Please do a bob that works with wavy hair texture. Hair used to be straight. It's changed, now it's wavy. I don't want to spend an hour doing hair. I ride horses and want it to be fun, but functional. It's also thick, thick.

[@sherrylynnlayton5431]

I enjoy your videos. I would like to see more examples of hairstyles that work, not just what doesn't.

[@SweetZuni]

Thank for this video because I'm thinking of getting a bob, so this is very useful!!

[@justinhickox]

Glad it was helpful! Van't wait to hear how it turns out for ya!

[@user-gz9cw1mv6o]

Great info about the length by the face! I think that same mistake holds true at all hair lengths and styles. I’d love to see a video with a detailed explanation of where the layers should be for various face shapes or to play up/ minimize different facial features.

[@kelson63100]

So what would be an alternative to #5? That would be more current/youthful. What would I ask for? TIA.

[@melindaferreira9879]

Cool tips 👍!!

[@lindamarocco4583]

Great tips Justin, I never got a Bob cut I totally loved!…😂😂😂😂

[@mimzyc9949]

I think I have had just about every iteration of bob there is. It's a great style but it does take a bit of time to make it work for me. I decided to just let my hair grow longer. Maybe not the best look for me but when it's a bad hair day I just pile it up 😂. Really enjoy your videos ❤

[@justinhickox]

I think that's an important bit of insight. Sometimes, a style that "works" is better than a style that looks a certain way if it's a problem styling it the way it's supposed to look.

[@selectiveoutrage6617]

Me, too. I just got a bixie and love it. Texture and movement and layers, it practically styles itself. Sebastian Shaper hairspray and a rat tail comb to pick and lift. If I'm in the mood I will also use my Voloom for volume.

[@charlottejohnk6712]

Awesome video, I need some of that lip plump asap! I have followed your suggestions to the letter on my bob haircut and I can’t tell you how many compliments I get on my hairstyle on a daily basis 😘! Coincidentally I’m heading to my hairdresser this morning and I’m confident that she’s going to do a great job because I lightly suggest what I want and she takes me seriously. I respect her skills and it’s a fine line of communication between being bossy and being assertive.

[@justinhickox]

This is awesome! I'm so happy to hear it! Sounds like you have a very solid stylist! Definitely check out the lip plumper. It works! Honestly, everything we've used from City Beauty (which is basically everything) has been fantastic!

[@annarebecca3384]

Don't waste your money. I tried it a couple years ago and it did NOTHING. Total hype! I'm embarrassed for Justin that he's promoting it. Sad.

[@selectiveoutrage6617]

@@annarebecca3384 All the influencers are promoting City Beauty now. I just bought another jar of the Invisicrepe Beauty Balm for my neck. Get value for $$. The lip plumper did nothing for me. Lip liner, lipstick and gloss do a better job of faking

[@christinesparks759]

I agree that you've got a really great haircut. I enlarged your picture to check it out. It's terrific to be able to see successful cuts, so thank you!

[@Judykag]

Teaching how to cut a proper bob is much needed. 😩 please. I need a high end stylist like you. Sadly I live in small town Indiana

[@sonjaforrester9255]

I agree and for years I was making the mistake of too much curve in the bottom because of how I round brushed and my hair being so thin. I finally started flat ironing my hair even though I have pretty straight hair and it has allowed me to get more curve midshaft and less curve on the bottom.

[@macoeur1122]

I'm one of those people who could benefit from a little extra fullness at the jawline. You say there are better ways to create that illusion of fullness that look more current, youthful and fun. Was hoping you might go on to share some of those ways!

[@cdg1264]

Me too.😊

[@user-nz6gi1yk4n]

New here, I needed this information. People. Be nice not arrogant

[@dianehiltz1193]

Great tips

[@justinhickox]

Glad you think so! Thanks!

[@tastx3142]

I have thin, fine hair and have worn shorter cuts most of my life even when younger. I also have learned that while I can wear many styles, I still look better with bangs. Not blunt cut straight across bangs but stylists don’t understand textured bangs a bit arched in the middle and longer on the sides. I had let a bad haircut grow out and actually argued with the stylist who thought I should keep the grown out bangs to get to the bob length. I insisted and after she was done, she did admit that the bangs not only looked better on me but made me look younger. Forehead wrinkles and between the brow lines are covered, something that I already knew. I hate having hair in my face and eyes and don’t like fussing with my hair. I can accept someone’s opinions and suggestions, but I am not going to blow dry, apply products or use curling irons, so anything involving that on a daily basis is not going to work.

[@bethl136]

Loved the video. Have a cut coming up and I will ask for some angle. Is there a way to blow dry the bob without the bend at the end? I really dont want to flat iron my very shiny healthy grey hair.

[@LaJuana558]

A couple of months ago I finally changed from the long hair messy topknot I’d been loving the last few years. Easy to do, easy at the Y in pool and aerobics…but watching your videos made me know I was ready for a change as I hit 73. I watched all of your bob videos and went to my long time stylist…who I didn’t see much of the last few years..lol… but I told her exact what I wanted and she did it. I was so happy with it….then a couple of weeks ago I was ready for a trim…I wanted the same style, just take an inch off. Gone was not only the inch…plus some…but the back was no longer tapered up and the front sides were no longer, longer than the back and shorter than I wanted. So it’s hair, I knew it was grow out so I didn’t freak out over it. But now as it’s starting to grow the back is more and more if a problem. So back I go, I’ll go back with specifics this time, won’t let her touch the sides…it’s all on me, why did I think she would even remember what she did six weeks earlier? Thanks so much for this video…you’re the best..and because you are, along with your gorgeous wife, I’m going to go check out those products you recommended while the specials are running!

[@gilfam823]

I have a long face. This makes so much sense on why I have gone back to a chin length bob over and over

[@jacquelinewashington7851]

I totally agree about your thoughts on “too much bend at the bottom.” My hair does that naturally- I call it the old lady curl, and it’s not helped by the fact that I have a short neck so any type of grow out, wearing a hoodie, or a coat with a hood only emphasizes that trait in my hair. I straighten it at the ends to combat but humidity and the push from those factors just defeat my efforts. I find I have to go a bit longer or really stay on top of keeping things cropped.

[@cyclamen831]

So how do we manage the bend at the bottom? As much as I want my hair straight they just want to bend in, I also tuck my hair behind the ear and voila', here is the bend. Should we all do Brazilian style keratin? I have tried it a few times years ago and although I am promised it last 2-3 months, really I only get about 1 decent month - I only wash my hair 1/ week. Please give us a solution that does not require frying the tips of the hair

[@dgh5760]

Justin, have you ever had a client that was going to have brain surgery and needed a short haircut before the surgeon shaved the front crown for the procedure? If so, what kind of style would allow the shaved surgical area to grown in quick enough to make the haircut look reasonable in the shortest amount of time? I have a family member that needs to cut mid-back length hair before surgery and we have no idea what to do.

[@teresakaidy8919]

A line bob with A line layers have been stagnant since 1998 when my children were born. Schools are only teaching that cut. Stylists today do not know how to cut any other style. I am sick and tired of it. I keep asking for something else. Also, am sick of the bassette hound or blood hound long front layers that fall in the face when you look down to read, write, or do anything. When is a new trend coming along?

[@kiranmal4057]

Blood hound 🤣🤣🤣

[@kathywolk2737]

I always feel so much smarter after watching your videos😄….it’s just so difficult to find a great stylist 😢….do you have connections to great stylists in Calgary Canada😄❤️

[@lisaswords1582]

Thank you!! So in a rut with my bob!! Had it for years and I just go up and down with length and never wavy. So very safe and my comfort zone.

[@selectiveoutrage6617]

That used to be me. Try a bixie!

[@lisaswords1582]

@@selectiveoutrage6617 I wish I could be that brave, but the shortest I will go is just above my shoulders.

[@maryfernando7545]

Hello Justin, why is there no one practising the Sassoon style of hair cutting and styling? Mos hairdressers do not even recognise the natural lie of the hair. This causes the cut looking so untidy when it is washed. The cut is not wash and wear. Most hairdresser hid their messy cut by chopping the ends in jagged manner.

[@reneekh3599]

At the end of the day the number one mistake **stylists** can make is not paying attention to what a client wants.... "too much curve", "not enough angle", "it's not in current style".... Who cares? Do what the client wants unless they ask your opinion or solicit suggestions 🙄. I've ultimately seen every one of your "mistakes" look great on someone and make them feel comfortable & good about themselves....& thats what matters most!

[@lisayerace6117]

Wish you would give examples of the RIGHT way, as well as the WRONG way. Love your hair advice!!!

[@trixie9777]

I was thinking the same!

[@peggytravels793]

I’m the woman who has the long thin face and have straight hair. So, now you need to follow up this video and tell me how to cut my blunt cut or switch it up.

[@josephine1721]

This came four days too late! Currently dealing with an overly layered bob. Trying to make the most of it, but I will definitely keep this one saved for my next cut. How about a video on styling tips if you've received a bob haircut that's been layered too much?

[@justinhickox]

So sorry to hear that! Funny you brought up the idea of styling tips though...I literally just wrote that idea down about 20 mins ago!

[@screamtoasigh9984]

Same but opposite, 5 days too late and she cut it with no layers, no angle. I went to an upscale salon, new stylist and I feel like I got a supercut 😔. (My old awesome stylist decided to be a real estate agent 😳). Thus new stylist basically did 3:00 but I have fine straight hair. I showed her Justin's video of that grey haired beautiful woman's bob when he competed against Gabi, a photo of 90s Natalie Imbruglia's hair and some in between shattered and shaggy bobs and lobs.. And told her to choose one of pics with or without bangs. Instead I got schoolgirl supercut, parted in the middle. It looks like a flat redhead doll's hair.

[@janicevin4207]

I have to explain all these to my stylist every time and she still gets it wrong! How to choose a good stylist????

[@raraavis7782]

I'm traumatized as well. I thought, I had found my dream stylist last autumn. Got a beautifully layered, slightly angled bob, that really made the best out of my thick, wavy hair. Went for a maintenance cut three months later and the same stylist ruined my haircut. I don't know, what she did differently, but it looked awful. Haven't been since (4 months) and I'm seriously considering, growing out my hair again. And it was expensive, too 😭

[@josephine1721]

​@@justinhickoxcan't wait to see it!

[@christirose6813]

I've been cutting my hair blunt parallel to the floor like mistake #1. I thought this was the cut for me because of having fine hair. I've noticed its a bit plain and even my husband said, " i could use a more spicy cut ✂️." Thank you for confirming this. 😊

[@susiethomas6909]

Your wife is glowing and beautiful and lovely and gorgeous! And she has such a fun personality!

[@megdevane8636]

Thanks! Now I need to figure out how to not get a curl at the bottom of my bob! Off topic, who is on your arm?? That is an amazing tat!!

[@robinlynn5533]

Hi Justin. Awesome informative video. I have a quick question what’s the difference between a long long lob and a Bob? is it a different cut when the hair curves or sweeps under, below your collarbone and longer? Love and hugs💕

[@JulesUS8386]

I totally agree. I have already done the ‘Bob’ style years ago. My husband says 👎 especially to those cuts on women with short at nape and longer in the front. To him it doesn’t matter who cuts it or their face shape he always comments on their hair to me… not in a good way. Ok, my stylist moved. So…can we schedule with you and catch you on your travels if you’re ever near Texas?❤😊

[@selectiveoutrage6617]

Years ago that was the trendy look and women just kept it year after year so now it's the old lady hairstyle. My bixie is shorter at the sides and longer at the nape but I have a long neck so it's flattering. Not a mullet but is it a shag? It looks so fresh to me and is easy to style.

[@MarjolaineDaudrumez]

Hi! Would you do a video on how to let a short pixie grow without it looking weird? Like the different ways to cut it at different stages and different styling tips throughout the growing process? I would like to let mine grow but don’t know what to do so I always cut it short again…PLEASE lol

[@Amy-mr2wz]

I agree! I'm also trying to grow out my pixie and am frustrated. Although I have always loved short hair which I think is an instant face lift I need a change. Would love to see a video on the grow out process.

[@louisecoulter8756]

I really liked this video because I'm unsure if my bob style works with my fine obviously thin hair. What would you recommend for that? My hairdresser gives me a blunt cut at the bottom.

[@erinwright30]

I need a Bob cut. Re growth after C and my layers dont work anymore. Making the chop. Keeping these tips in mind.

[@francessullivan9272]

Sigh. How I wish I could get a haircut from you. Have gone from long to one length bob but am struggling to style/get the right length/proper cut on ends. Oh well. Enjoy your channel. :)

[@cheriwhitley8385]

I loove city beauty products.I use their lip products but will now check out the others..

[@gailann9098]

Hey Justin! Question regarding mistake #5 please; When blow drying how do I prevent the bend at the bottom of my couple of inches above my should length bob? I typically must straighten with a flat iron but would like not to have to do that. I'd certainly appreciate your help please.

[@lindamarocco4583]

City Beauty’s Lip Plumper is the best!!..just my two cents!💜

[@StitchesbySharonH]

Maybe you can help me with it? I’ve tried it twice and I ordered two bottles this time and it doesn’t matter which one I use, it leaves me with a sticky residue that makes a mess of my water bottle and my husband said he won’t kiss me if I’m wearing it because he doesn’t like the stickiness! How do you deal with it? Is there a way to make it better? I love the way it plumps up my lips, but I can’t deal with the sticky texture. Thank you in advance!

[@lindamarocco4583]

@@StitchesbySharonH I have never found it to be sticky…my lips are dry too!….maybe hydrate your lips more before applying?…it does plump well, though, right??…I am 67yo I need all the plumping I can get!🤣🤣good luck with working with the product, more!..hopefully it will be less sticky!.. try not to use as much product, either!…let me know how you do!💜

[@StitchesbySharonH]

@@lindamarocco4583It doesn’t matter how much I use, it’s sticky. Maybe it’s just something with my skin formula? My husband noticed it and my water bottle gets a sticky residue too…

[@JollyRogerJo]

Same thing I say about bangs. When women have their front bangs cut straight or downwards so that the line of the bangs crosses the line if the eyebrows. It shortens the face and looks crooked. I always say that bangs should follow the angle of the eyebrow and be parallel to them. That way outer edges of the bangs go a bit upward elongating the fave and lifting the overall face appearance

[@user-xj1hc2kk1d]

Had no idea about the folicles and bald spot aspect of a bob!

[@hollyre]

Curly hair bobs, please! I probably have a type 3A curl. It does get frizzy with humidity, but products do help. I've finally embraced my curls and would like a correctly cut curly bob. It is pretty much chin length now, but I'm trying to grow out my bangs. Lots of layers or not? I'm in my early 60s.

[@denisedanks6072]

Yes, yes, yes.

[@deniserohaus6831]

Justin!!!! Awesome video! Pleeeeze show us how NOT to get that old fashioned bend at bottom!!!!! I have wavy curly hair and I think I may be round brushing it incorrectly 🥴. Thanks!

[@carolfrank7603]

Too bad one can't get haircuts via zoom! Wish I could just make an appointment with you!!!

[@heatherhowe351]

This man talks sense - know its makes sense when I was looking in the mirror thinking something doesn't look right but couldn't put my finger on what.

[@bethh2953]

I need help growing out my short hair to a bob! I’ve been trying for three years but end up trimming it too much every time it gets a bit longer. Should I grow out the front first, or the back, or the front sides? What’s the best strategy? Plus I have a square jaw so there’s that stage where it’s making my jaw look really wide before getting longer 🤦‍♀️😅 Help!!

[@karenprice808]

What would you recommend for very fine hair that has really thin spots? I have lost a lot of my hair and no one seems to know what to do with it.😢

[@gillkilford1562]

Happy with my cut , but cannot keep my style overnight....any suggestions.

[@sandraammons6672]

Great video. Never committed before, but I do miss your out door videos. Do you and your wife still travel?

[@debbiemagro6894]

I'm sure I'm one of many to say this, but I so wish you could help me. I have a Bob now, but I want to get a short haircut, but I'm having such a hard time deciding what will look best on me😊

[@sallyharris1093]

Your videos are awesome. The issue I have is that I have curly, thinning, baby fine hair. And since I have lived in South Carolina (5.5 years), it has been impossible to find a stylist that can suggest what would work best for me. 😢

[@justinhickox]

Thank you! A bob shape may be a great option. They tend to make hair look thicker. If you're open to coloring your hair, going a shade darker than the rest of your hair on the hair below your recession line will also help to make the bob line look denser. Hope that males sense.

[@jilljbartlett]

I hate the bend at the bottom, I always straighten the ends after drying

[@singlehandedbeauty3581]

No 1 is exactly what I have been trying to explain to my stylist.

[@m.fernandagallegosp.4061]

Hi, I'm 45 and have thick and voluminous hair. I wear a tilted bob that needs thinning/ layering but it's never consistent with my hairstylist. What are the key terms to ask for?

[@Ajane26]

Help! I just cut 10 inches off my hair in to a bob. It’s a gradual a line bob with texture and it’s right above my shoulders. The problem is I don’t have a ton of hair in the front and it’s looking a bit thin in the front. The pieces that are the longest.. It does follow my face so the profile looks right but struggling with the little hair I have in the front. What do you recommend? Cutting it in a straight bob or leaving the a line and just styling it and rocking that look?

[@trishdale5447]

I have great hair. It’s thick and wavy. It’s graying in just the right places. This is my problem -- I can’t get a consistently good haircut!! I’ll get a great one, then go back in 6 weeks and say I want the same, and come out with a different haircut. After going to one hairdresser for 30 years and she retired, I can’t seem to find one who can be consistent. Is it me? I feel like because my hair grows really fast, the hairdresser thinks I just need a trim when I need more. I’ve given each new hairdresser (I’m on my third) a full year to figure my hair out. What’s the best way to communicate with my hairdresser? My last haircut looks like a mullet when I asked for a layered bob.

[@resstie]

Do you take any pictures when you get the right cut? To show at the next appointment or a new hairdresser, or it doesn't help either? Trying to find a new hairdresser after "breaking up" with the one that understood your hair is such a struggle.

[@trishdale5447]

@@resstie I went back to her today and took a picture. She copied it exactly. I guess that’s what I should have done all along! It had to be my fault for not explaining what I wanted very well. I’m keeping that picture! 😂

[@resstie]

@@trishdale5447 That's great! I think that hairdressing is a very fluid field, every technician has their own set of methods, rules, down to the vocabulary, all depending on the region, where did they study and practice etc. Not to mention their own preferences and vision. There are bound to be some miscommunications, so I don't think that's on you. I also can be bad with my words, so I prefer to have pictures on hand, haha.

[@patricecape]

It might have been good to show photos of how a different way looks better. Like how to style the bottom instead of with the bend.

[@teatotal8079]

I have thick curly hair,don't style/blowdry my hair,so one length or longer at the front bob,doesn't look good on me,even if I wanted that haircut,which I don't. But I don't like it on other people,either. I wear it with just enough layering,more rounded,which suit's me very nice with my curls.

[@susansemenick4017]

I have subscribed! But I see absolutely no videos on curly or wavy hair. My hair is very thick, course and extremely wavy. I have learned that fighting that wave is fruitless. I’d like to see some videos on my kind of hair, please.

[@sheilaarnold-robinson446]

My first bob that was slightly elongated in the front…i cut off those “points” and ruined my bob! I went from chic to helmet in just a few snips😑

[@justinhickox]

HAHAHA! I'm laughing with you not at you! It's amazing how such a small change makes such a HUGE impact right!

[@kellyl819]

No matter what I’ve told my stylists, my Bob always curls under like that and I really hate it. I’ll straighten my very fine hair (with a slight wave) to stick straight but then within an hour it’s curled under like that old 90’s cut. I’ve informed my stylist that this happens and can she cut it so it doesn’t do this, but she doesn’t seem to be able to cut it so it won’t curl under. Any tips for how to ask? Is it just inevitable for my hair?

[@kellyl819]

Oh and it also looks like a triangle straight on. 😭😩

[@user-np4kx9by3w]

I never thought about the bend before. My hair has a slight wave so it either wants to flip up or flip under. I don't really like my hair flipping up. I don't use a blow dryer just my hands as tools to create the shape about an hour after washing my hair. I don't want to use a flat iron. Can you help us with any alternative styling tips as to not create a bend in the bob? My hair is just grazing the shoulders in the back and slightly longer below the shoulders in the front.

[@justinhickox]

Great question. This could be a topic for a future video for sure! If you're not using a flat iron, you'd need a large paddle brush, with a fair amount of tension to pull the wave out during the drying process. You also want to keep in mind, if you're not blowing the air down the hair shaft, it could actually be more damaging than using a good flat iron.

[@jenletter9235]

My problem is the ends want to flip out especially on one side behind my ears. I believe I look best with hair below chin and above shoulders. I have multiple factors impacting hair style- 5ft petite, diamond shape face with full cheeks, thinning colored hair with few highlights to blend and cover grey, hair with frizz. I usually get keratin treatments which help to achieve the desired hairstyle but tried to go without it this summer. Other than trying to grow hair out to shoulder length I have had a bob in some version for last 2 decades. Should I give up and try a different cut?

[@justinhickox]

Great question. Also, very tough to answer as there isn't a "correct" answer. If you tried something else, you could likely find a shorter shape that would work WITH your flip and be easier to style. However you have to feel good in it or it isn't worth it. I would suggest figuring out your boundaries of what would be too short or too long. Then start looking for different hairstyles you like and dis-like within those lengths boundaries. Of those, figure out which ones you would feel great in or be comfortable in. THEN take them all to your stylist, tell them why you like the ones you like and dis-like the others. The two of you can figure out of the ones you like, which ones may make sense with your hair texture and styling desires. Hope that helps.

[@jenletter9235]

Thank you. Btw- when I lived in Portland in the late 80’s I went to a downtown salon with the same last name as yours. They were known to do some of the newscasters hair. A stylist named Bambi gave me to date one of the best haircuts I have ever had. I have since moved away from PNW. Although I realize you probably were probably a toddler 😊 at the time I wonder is there a family connection to your salon ?