Grow your hair out without the awkward phase

[@andrewdoeshair]

I made this video a few years ago while I was still pretty new to KZbin. It’s long winded. Sometimes I consider making a version half as long with the same main points. Here’s the condensed version in writing if you don’t want to sit for twenty minutes. 1. A one length buzzed haircut is “round” meaning all one length. This only looks good for a short while but once the hair is long enough to stick out, bend, and move, it should be cut a little more square to avoid an awkward phase. 2. Once you’ve got a square haircut if you continue growing the top and tapering the bottom you eventually end up with a bowl cut. Stop tapering the bottom and let it all lay back. 3. If you have an undercut it might make your hair easier to live with in the short term but will cause problems in the long term as you grow it out. Once the sides are long enough to lay back it might be a better choice to lose length on top and get rid of the undercut so that the hair can all grow together in a more versatile shape- you’ll have less awkward hair this way. 4. When everything is long enough to flow back it should be very easy to live with and should always look relatively styled as long as it has a good shape to it (don’t visit the cheapest barber you can find or a fade specialist who dreads doing scissor cuts, find someone who does these cuts). The most frequent thing you’ll likely need is trimming the back as it’ll feel like you have a mullet eventually. If you’re into the mullet then leave it alone. 5. You’ve been sweeping your hair back for a year. Now your hair is long.

[@luparamostv]

Amazing, I already did this kind of process with my hair. That is my second time letting it grow and I have to say that any man who is letting it grow will watch the entire video, because that is that kind of subject people are interested in

[@weilam03]

as a guy who grew his hair out since c19 this is good information. my hair is waist line now it's almost the max length. I've had my hair long enough to put in my pant pockets before. the first time i grew it out i did the undercut thing to start

[@blaironethousand]

❤ 10:43

[@anikasonnenberg7298]

This video is perfect and every second useful. Thank you so much!

[@dustrius8845]

This guy seems super smart and knowledgeable. I've never seen anyone explain this process in such intricate detail. What a fantastic teacher 👌🏻

[@notsosaint]

I’m a non-professional that is growing hair out and just wanted to express thanks. This video was super digestible between the presentation structure, the whiteboard, and the example photos. I feel like I learned a lot but was never overwhelmed, never was left with an identified problem and no solution, and now I have a great resource to come back to as I hit those little stumbling blocks you mentioned and remember this video. Thank you!

[@nwhetz1]

This is literally EXACTLY what I’ve been looking for for MONTHS! I’ve read so many articles, watched so many “how to grow your hair out” videos and even been to multiple stylists and none of it came close to this level of detail and articulation. My god, why is this not explained in every “how to” article?? Thanks so much for posting this and how to I get you as my stylist asap?? 😂 I’m saving this video and showing it to my next stylist so they can understand 🙏

[@DC_DC_DC_DC]

ABSOLUTELY!!! I've searched and gave up so many times for a proper explanation. All these guys are nothing 'better' rambling on about stuff like girls do. But this video right here is what we guys need!!!!!

[@bubustinks]

I’m 33 and All my life I’ve been trying to grow long hair. I’ve always just buzzed it after a certain point because of the “awkward” stage, I just couldn’t handle that stage lol. I was always lost on what to do along the way I couldn’t just not cut it. Nice guide to hopefully finally achieve it. 💪🏽💪🏽

[@gabepetre-farrugia8952]

Did you achieve your long hair?

[@casecold1864]

I just did it. Walked around like a bum for a year with a cap, didn't have to go to the office or anything and now I have a nice pony tail after 1 year and some extra months. You just need to stop caring man, just wait and let it grow.

[@casecold1864]

DId it with my beard twice as well haha, it's fun it was so long after 1+ year.

[@johannthomas6085]

Did you reach your goal?

[@DavidsSanity]

So true i got through the awkward stage somehow and now i look 100x better

[@aladding7292]

although i’m more of a “not seeing a barber for a year” type of person when it comes to growing out my hair, it was very helpful, i’ve never heard anyone explaining it with this much detail. This is truly awesome, keep up the good work!

[@dunjel5616]

You attend such a "complicated" subject, cut it down to the core and illustrate it fantastically. Thanks a lot for sharing your knowledge in such a creative and understandable way!

[@prototype8534]

Me watching this with Vegeta’s hairline💀

[@Tarik360]

Now make it grow into Vegetas long back swept spikes.

[@denontown]

ironic mr GOKU.

[@beware_ofdogg]

You mean Proud powerful prince hairline 💪🏼😂

[@dabsavage3163]

Lol

[@coolestguyonearth2527]

Be proud...you're the prince of Saiyans!!!

[@PaddyFullyRandom]

The easiest way to get past "awkward" is to stop deciding that every little thing is "awkward". It's just less artifical and overgroomed.

[@Linkophere]

Its most certainly in an akward phase lol. You look a mess and like you dont care of yourself

[@stabroghinvsevolodovici8814]

You are wrong

[@Pandora880]

​@@stabroghinvsevolodovici8814 no

[@mind-of-neo]

@@Linkophere This is true.

[@rustyhartle-oh4dn]

Crazy hair don't care 👍

[@MadeleineMontague]

It is NOT too long-winded! It is absolutely great. I now understand the entire process now, and am profoundly grateful. Please don't change your style!!

[@christopherjames7216]

Thank you for making videos that are RELEVANT! It seems like every time I have a hair related question/issue I look on KZbin and there you are with a solution.

[@brianawest618]

My 5 year old wants to grow his hair out. This helped so much to keep him from the mullet stage! Thank you!

[@trevan5035]

This is MAGICAL. All of my concerns with growing my hair out were answered here like you read my mind. I never know there was such a logical way to cut your hair. Thank you!

[@uvw7450]

Upon failing to grow my hair numerous times, I can't absolutely confirm if this guy knows his stuff but I'd say this video is gold

[@casecold1864]

Lol, just wear head stuff. Caps, hoods. I wanted it for 30 years and finally did it now at 37. You just need to dont give a fuck until you can make a bun.

[@flamematerial02]

This ain't gold. It is Diamond

[@jesslyncohen476]

I’m an amateur hairstylist and this is the best explanation video I have seen for this process. Thank you Andrew 🎉❤

[@Perfectsecret]

Female here growing out her buzz cut!! I wish I had found your video 6 months ago, it is so much more informative and makes complete sense (the women's video's i have found don't tell me anything helpful) I love your explanations, thank you.

[@barsha8129]

My own hair growth success, I myself followed this daily regimen: Take morning sunshine every day for essential vitamin D. Consume veggies of various colors. Using paraben-free and fragrance free shampoo and massaging twice a week with hair oil from litttleextra's cooconion. Important to remember that hair growth is affected by overall health as well as circulation and diet.

[@Raao1]

Vitamin D absorbed through the skin is very little, and you need hours of exposure for the whole body. Look up the studies. Better way to get it is to supplement Vit D3 in big dosages

[@shobhitggupta90T]

The coconnion shampoo and oil successfully controlled the hair fall.

[@vavoropo]

I used to have long hairs and my awkward phase lasted for about 6 months (with various stages of awkwardness) but as soon as they reached around my shoulders, it looked glorious to be honest. Having long hairs is something that a lot of us men should try more often, it really makes you stand out tbh. I kinda want to let them grow again after this video haha.

[@swannrunner]

Best video out there. Appreciate it, cutting my hubby’s hair this week and he wants to grow it out. Now we have a plan. Thanks!

[@jzx32]

Thank you. Very interesting description. Im trying to grow mine after a hair transplant. This has explained alot of how I have to proceed with the mission LOL

[@H3rbal00]

I grew my hair out a few years back and I’ve been missing it and wanting to grow it out again lately. I went three years with only one small trim at roughly the six month mark. It was glorious tbh. I just wore hats and suffered until I could pull it all back. The thought of going through that again has made me not want to, but I think this video just changed my mind. 🙏🏼

[@mregg-gy7jg]

this was so helpful!! i’ve been just accepting the scruff but i’m scheduling a hair cut right now. thank you!

[@drweip2892]

Thank you! This was brilliantly and simply put, and so helpful as someone who is growing out his hair for the first time at 50 yo, primarily because of hating the awkward phase in the past.

[@quentinpanger5012]

Dude. One of the most helpful videos I could’ve imagined. I’m right at the front hair reaching the side burn with a low tapered fade thing. PERFECT timing because I was wondering when to start growing out the sides around the ear. Would give this vid multiple likes if possible, so helpful.

[@Jason-eb7gf]

I rock the headband look. It helps with the awkward stage lol.

[@Jayr0]

Not always the best advice though if you're wanting to tie it up like a bun as you'll have the length on top but the shorter hair at back if your neck won't reach to tie with the rest. So it's best letting it all grow out equally and just trim dead ends if needed

[@casecold1864]

Agree. People are way to shy, just say fuck it and wait for a year man, it's that easy. I even hadn't shaved my neck hairs lol.

[@jamescrock2213]

went with the fyck it plan 3 times. beanies, tie up my hair or just power through the couple month phase. my hair is basically reaches my chest now after 2 years. just keeping it trimmed not to grow past that and figuring out slowly what to do now lmao

[@13371138]

This is an amazing video! I now have a vocabulary for all the issues I've been noticing and worrying about. Thank you!

[@dmsmikhail]

This is exactly what I needed to see. You're telling me everything I wanted and needed to hear. Thanks mate!

[@aaronruiz816]

Unbelievable. Exactly the video I needed. Thank you so much 🙏🏼

[@MrRealCAM]

Thank you so much. Such a great video. I wanted to grow my hair out but never really knew what I was doing. For the last 3 months I've been getting a side fade and leaving the top. Which is not really helping me to grow it long

[@frqt_]

Ok now how do i explain this to my barber? 😅

[@andrewdoeshair]

Sorry. Therein lies the challenge of KZbin hair advice! I avoided getting started on KZbin for years because of this exact dilemma

[@frqt_]

@@andrewdoeshair no need to be sorry, this is premium quality content. At least now I know what I need to do with my hair. Thank you for still replying to comments

[@MrLenci5]

my barber made my sex appeal to the next level

[@wil2291]

🤡🎉

[@amirstaiti4990]

Dont worry we are watching 😄👌🏼

[@cs3901]

Gold! Feel like all barbers should be watching your channel

[@diskomiks]

I wish my barber be this knowledgeable

[@enders357]

They say a good teacher takes something complicated and makes it accessible to anyone. I think they say that. Do they say that? Anyway, you totally did that. In a couple of days I have my first haircut due after I decided to grow it out. I was going to cancel and just let it grow, but now I know better. Thanks!

[@casecold1864]

This is not complicated though, just let it grow and stop being a sissy.

[@EricM818]

Incredibly helpful! Thanks so much. You explained it so well - and at a good natural pace.

[@Sor91785]

Andrew killer video brother, thanks for sharing your knowledge!

[@DaveWhiteInYoFace]

Well, done! I’m very impressed I have to say. This is been a process growing my hair out and this is extremely helpful.

[@4stringedbass]

this was really helpful and informative. i have had long hair for 15 years, haven't had short hair since i was in my teens, soo i was curious and my hair was really damaged, so i had to start over anyway, buzzed it all off a few weeks ago and it looks really awful. i have been freaking out over this decision ever since, but now i look forward to the journey. thank you

[@askingwhy123]

This is like the Grand Unified Theory of Hair for the layperson. Solid gold! I don't know if the algo considers comment length, but let me just stretch this and tell you, you are a really great teacher. I hope you get the views you deserve!

[@CarlosMartinez-ny2vf]

What the fuck, when you explain these things they seem too easy, you have a talent for explaining, thanks for the advice

[@dough-moh]

The way he explains everything is so funny though 😂

[@speedgizmo]

This was genuinely so helpful, Thanks man!

[@Letter_J]

I need help understanding something. At 16:00, what's the point of extending the lower portion at 45 degrees and cutting it perpendicular to the hair? If the lower portion was extended horizontally as the upper portion, wouldn't the whole back hair make a straingt line anyways? Isn't this cut basically the same as previously demonstrated linear fade, but starting with some length at the bottom?

[@taz24787]

This was SO useful and informative, ill save it for later. Thanks!!

[@wade4846]

You're a genius this video blew me away wtf

[@kanamedielnoxcorbin2020]

man it's always the non viral videos that surprise you the most

[@LastTransendentalist]

This was so helpful. Thank you! I wish I could get my hair taken care of by you. Wya

[@andrewdoeshair]

Thank you! I work in Tustin, California mostly (booked via TheYoungAmerican.com) but I also work in Nashville Tennessee once a month at Local Honey (localhoneyhair.com but I book my days there myself via IG message)

[@gioacopeasta]

Awesome video Andrew. I ve been missing your content lately

[@xapperxaphier8261]

C o a i e.

[@niklasholgerson3779]

The last tip is definitely the most important. Check if the barber actually knows how to do the hairstyle you want. I went to a barber for quite some time and I was very happy until I decided to grow my hair out. I said to him that I want to grow out my hair and that I just want the edges to get cleaned up. I ended up with an undercut and lost like 2 months of progress growing out the sides and even had to get another haircut to shorten my top hair because I looked like a clown a couple of weeks later. So not checking cost me like 3-4 months in total...

[@NeverMind353]

I have this exact f*cking problem right now, which is why I'm watching this video. I'm mad at the barber, but mostly at myself for being so dumb and walking into this shop that seemingly only does fades.

[@conormacgregor1790]

Well I've not had a haircut in around 9 months and am definitely living in the "oh god do I have a mullett?" phase! Might be time for some graduation!

[@EvilAngvard]

I just realised that to and dident even knew there was a fix to it

[@dublethetruble4620]

I look like a bum with a mullet, but I just kinda squeeze some of it together and tuck it under my shirt or something. It looks way less bummy, but It’ll also probably look weird if you’re not wearing something over the shirt.

[@richasay9077]

Best video I’ve seen on this topic! I’ve struggled with the awkward phase for years and I keep giving up on it. I’m feeling confident I know what to ask for when I go in today! Thank you brother.

[@mourningstar5351]

I stopped cutting my hair a long time ago currently at armpit length, working on reaching waist!

[@darkhorse1985]

Awesome video. Question: About the front --- what about men who are thinning at the front? Where it grows so much slower and is always shorter. What's the solution, style the longer middle over the front and wait a few years for the front to finally grow? I like to cut my own hair. This long flat top is really interesting to me.

[@darkhorse1985]

Im keen to know others thoughts. Thanks

[@2amsounds]

This content is gold and it shows all the experience you have, thanks!

[@detrich2009]

ty for the graduation explanation at the end, solved a problem with my hair(mainly not knowing how to get it cut) and how i can explain what i want to a hair dresser

[@tugbars4690]

This is the best video I have watched about hair cutting.

[@roualuz6228]

Thank you so much man. That was a very important video for me

[@ek1046]

thanks brotha, im very much a plan-minded person rather than winging it so i appreciate all the info. and i always like to mention it when someone just gets right to the info we clicked for, much appreciated. be well friend

[@Saturnit3]

I've never watched a hair stylist's video Now I know why and regret all the years I looked horrible because "I just grew it" for years without even touching it. I wish I had run into this video like 8 years ago, really eye opening, thanks from Turkey

[@Baleiric]

TY! You just saved me from a bowl-cut look and the dreaded mullet. Cheers

[@Thisisrance]

I’m 11 months into growing my hair from a buzz with no haircuts. Still very awkward, but I figure if I made it this far, what’s another 4 or 5 months. Once I’m able to pull it all up in a few months, smooth sailing. But I wish I would have seen this video about 7 months ago 😂

[@coolitd]

hows it going now?

[@MightyMase04]

I feel you. I'm at the point where the hair at the back curls out and the hair in the front wants to cover my face. I've been wearing it up in a bandana. I can almost tie it up, but it's not long enough to stay up. Just a bit longer!

[@notpeoplesarnob]

BEST HAIR GROWING OUT TIPS AND OCCASIONAL HAIRCUT SUGGESTIONS EVER! ❤️

[@jerrickmarques8777]

I always felt like it was weird that my barber cut my hair like that, but now it makes sense!

[@richardlionheart3965]

Ace video, I feel like I need a certificate or something

[@jiml5166]

Wish I’d come across this before I started growing my hair out. Luckily I am not too bowl cut! Great video. Thanks.

[@TheAdeWebster]

This is a fucking excellent video! I bet if I go to a barber they won't have a clue about this type of quality that you demonstrate. Add to that my hair is frizzy, wets easy but dries quickly too - they always cut it like everyone else's and I can see the look of horror when they try and style it cos they realise they've fucked it up. so for years I've had to do my own - but your shit is next level so I need to go this route!!

[@mind-of-neo]

Very good video! People just don't think about how bad and awkward hair will look when all the strands are the same length across the head.

[@fabg6451]

What a great video, I really needed this explanation, thanks!!

[@felipepereira1554]

That was awesome and very educating! Thanks bro, definitely is going to help me grow my hair more healthy.

[@man-observing-world]

This was an excellent video man, so well explained and illustrated.

[@mioszazowski7965]

I've been waiting for you my whole life. But also I was okay with my awkward stage so it is nice to see that there are enthusiasts like you 😁

[@jackpassananti3300]

This is a great explanation

[@audiboy6670]

Embrace the awkward stage!

[@kananshusband9680]

Never!

[@DheemanthDev69]

Good sir if I could put into words how much I appreciate this video. I feel like I've got a better idea what I should ask my barber for :D God Bless

[@DigitalNetworkInsights]

Words to use when you’re talking to a hair stylist and ask them if they know how to do it or could they recommend someone who does know how to work with the in between stages for front top sides and back “Hey I want to grow my hair out I want to shape it up along the way” thanks Andrew.

[@spencerhinton1410]

Very informative, thank you.

[@neosaba2777]

Andrew please make an online academy i love your hair videos but I feel like you launching an olonine educational academy would be the best day of my life lol

[@andrewdoeshair]

Thehairjam.com 😋

[@neosaba2777]

@@andrewdoeshair omg I'm there! you're the best

[@SAIFULLAHJAMIL]

Very informative, Andrew! Detailed explanation yet great work. I’m planning to grow my hair during winter months yet I needed a proper guidance. Then, your video showed up. Many thanks and keep up the great work Do you recommend growing long hair during winter months? I like to grow long hair during summer too but I workout a lot so my hair gets sweaty. Short to bald hair makes my cold showering process easy. Less water waste. What do you think?

[@ADninetythree]

This video was not what I was searching for but this piques my interest. I’ve never noticed the technique behind the scissors,Thankyou for that. You earned a sub 👍

[@747bender]

Really good video. Clears so many things up for me

[@thedovahkiin7896]

Thank you for your work. I got a haircut recently because my long hair needed some care. My barber however has no idea how to do men's hairstyles so I ended up looking hideous. I'm surprised how unskilled some barbers are and how well you know your stuff.

[@The-Devils-Advocate]

Dragonborn

[@julie7935]

Alrighty! Now I have buzzcut grow out plan. This was really informative and helpful. Thank you. 👍🏻

[@TOn-fx2gr]

What if i have curly dry hair and i want to let it grow like john snow hairstyle ? The akward phase looks more horrible then if you have straight hair 😅

[@markalejandrox]

Same here, I think we'll just have to use a styling product to tame the awkward stage.

[@Siuulolñ]

What do you do with the sideburns? Do you always buzz them?

[@andrewdoeshair]

Whatever the client wants, really. But also whatever the specific head calls for- whatever is suitable. You can usually see a difference between the texture/density of the beard hair and the head hair, and once that head hair gets long enough to tuck behind the ear you can kinda treat the beard hair however you want- taper it, square it, leave it wispy, whatever the look calls for. There’s really no wrong answer. If you were to check out my Instagram account you’ll find sideburns treated in lots of different ways beneath longer sides, maybe it could inspire some ideas for your own hair

[@Siuulolñ]

@@andrewdoeshair thanks for answering man, I just started growing my hair out about 4 months ago. Really appreciate your content, will follow on Instagram for sure!

[@goohee22]

Well said

[@halodestroyer442]

Very helpful as a barber thx man

[@suoquainen]

Would be helpful for me 10 years earlier. I just shaved my whole hair completely (after it was already around 20 cm long, but i was frustrated because i cutted the sides short out of impatience) and then let it grow non-stop. My hair has now seen a scissor only from distance the last 10 years. It's now as long that it reaches my hip. :)

[@Gvtteddybear]

You earned a sub with this video, well explained and I like your style of talking substance.

[@TheodoreDorado]

Amazing. So bloody helpful.

[@macisenben2172]

super good video man!

[@egarciavaz]

Awesome tips, Andrew!

[@NomadOutOfAfrica]

Really good information. Thanks.

[@AlejandroP-r6y]

Good video. Would you recommend anyone who can do medium-long hair in London? Thanks 😁

[@wiley4524]

I've been looking for this forever thank you so much

[@sammyjero1986]

If anyone is really struggling w this stage, just do a middle part or wear a hat. I’ve honestly had no problems growing it out and just happened to see this post confused lol. I had no problem growing it out because the middle part just always works for the most part no matter the length.

[@theoreticalphysics3644]

Man, I started growing my hair out for the first time in these past few years only to realize that I'm now losing my hair. I'm on the verge of giving up on having hair anymore I can't find anything that works.

[@KappnSkips]

Min/fin and dermaroll bruddah

[@theoreticalphysics3644]

@@KappnSkips yeah no I tried minoxidil for like 6 months like a year ago, made things a lot worse, loss has only gotten more rapid and I get scalp rashes all the time. Also fin would be risky for me to take because of genetic hormone issues. Look for some people, genes just say no for hair. The best thing to do is own up to it and just shave it, I just gotta get in shape first. I've been receding since my teens and now in my mid 20s almost I look far older than I actually am.

[@blastbottles]

Chrome dome time

[@Eon_N]

Holy crap this is really useful

[@markalejandrox]

Dors this apply to thick curly hair as well like 3b and up? For straight hair it's fairly straightforward, just let it grow, and use a styling product to tame flyaways

[@andrewdoeshair]

@@markalejandrox yeah same rules… The geometry of a haircut is the same no matter the texture, just slight differences in how it’s refined and which products are used. As far as the principals of a haircut though, it’s all cut the same. The reason you see people doing a haircut by grabbing each section between their fingers and pulling it tight is because doing that makes the hair momentarily straight- for the moment it’s being cut. All hair is straight hair as it’s cut.

[@caffeineaddict188]

My hairs down to my chin, near my middle of my neck. I'm planning on to keep growing it down to my shoulders

[@Vindaya_]

15:21 mannequin: AM I a joke to you?