How to Cut a Bob on Fine Thin Hair Textures - In Depth Tutorial!

The classic bob shape is still trending, especially with stars such as Julianne Hough! Discover another way to create a beautiful bob on fine thin hair with Sam Villa Global Artistic Ambassador for Redken. Sam shares why he likes to cut this dry and give it a textured finish, and how to layer without taking away from the strength of the perimeter. This content is from our Artist Studio collection, this is a special full length video that was only available as a paid subscription!
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[@sunshinelizard1]

When somebody has the gift of being a natural teacher, like Sam they are a gift to the rest of us.

[@samvillahair]

Thank you so much!!!!

[@cassiecanter3884]

This was so intriguing. 🤯 I couldn’t stop watching. Your video makes me think I’ve never actually had a really quality haircut.

[@monaj.6004]

I had never a proper haircut either. You get what you pay for!!

[@jillpeacock4540]

I know I haven't.

[@sandrasanchez7993]

Sameee!!! Now I wanna cancel my appointment n find SAM!! Lol I need him in my life 🥰 great work!

[@nu3salud]

Lol right 😂

[@Atheria444]

I never have had a quality haircut! LOL #GreatClips #FantasticSams

[@fancysfolly554]

Wow! Such a talented man...he approaches his work almost scientifically. So precise and exact...and what a beautiful result! Baby fine hair is hard to handle

[@thisgirl5933]

Right? Like the physics of hair, it's incredible.

[@iluvdogs1430]

What a masterpiece.... her hair looked beautiful. Just goes to show you that when a hairdresser takes the time to really assess the clients specific texture and needs it produces a beautiful outcome.

[@faysalkhan1009]

I say you look so beautiful

[@jenifogg8980]

@Chelle MNB 2@

[@ritaflatt7605]

Yes indeed!

[@aleksandrarichardson168]

I’m mesmerized by Sam and I have no intention of being hair stylist but it’s simply amazing to watch someone with passion as such .

[@allisonpruette742]

This cut is amazing! I used to have a lady cut my hair like that, and I could walk right out of there confident it looked good enough to go shopping right after. Never been like that with anyone since she retired. I'm embarrassed to leave most places with my hair full of static and stuck to my head.

[@wendy8561]

I wish more stylist could offer this!!!! Love your technic! A bucket full of class has been poured on you!!

[@rizwanasignature3816]

Very nice

[@ritaflatt7605]

🤗💖💖💖

[@cherigreen4471]

The model is gorgeous and to me looks like Claudia Schiffer. The haircut is stunning! The stylist is a fantastic artist!

[@vden02]

Well yeah its Sam Villa!

[@RVBadlands2015]

Yes she does.

[@jayatkinson1152]

Oh, how I wish you lived near me, Sam! I actually paid a lot of money once to have a professional cut in London and I loved it, but can't always afford to pay that amount of money. If I were a hairdresser, you would be my GURU! XXX

[@island661]

I wish more stylists took the time to give a quality haircut like this. I feel like most stylists just cut everyone's hair the same way, not taking hair texture into consideration.

[@lpmama1196]

I wish more clients had the patience to let me take 40 minutes to cut hair. You cannot do this in 15 minutes. Just saying...

[@romancraig5618]

LP Mama exactly honestly clients don’t realise the time constraints were under

[@island661]

@@lpmama1196 I have all the time in the world to get a good cut and color.

[@island661]

@@romancraig5618 That's when you tell the client, I don't have time in my schedule for that today, but we can schedule another longer appointment for that. It's called planning. Communication is key.

[@ImabelleRegine]

@@island661 right

[@Love_clouds999]

Fantastic cut ! I wish I could find a stylist like you. I would definitely love my fine hair cut by you.

[@glorianatalia681]

Sam You are Amazing! not only you are a fantastic hair designer but a one of the best educators in the industry, I met you many years ago because I was an educator myself for Revlon Professional I tough hair color both English and Spanish, Many years ago I also created the bilingual section for Modern Salon called Salon Internacional. You are the inspiration for all of us Hair designers. Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge with us , I keep learning from your videos.An by the way you never age. Congratulations for all you are doing to help other stylists.

[@DPepSk8]

I did this cut on one of my fine haired clients and she loves it! I told her I just gave her a "Sammy" $300 haircut for $45! I've learned so much from you! Thank you Sam!

[@garypuckettmuse]

He's so great! No one knows how to cut hair anymore. They cut my hair like I'm at a kiddie haircut shop wherever I go. That's why everyone has long hair. I love a "haircut" not a "hairstyle". I'd like to fly to wherever he is and get a haircut.

[@xmarksthespot8216]

In the past, I was a wig freek because it was too much work everyday to deal with my hair. However, there was one day in my life that my hair was amazing. It cost several hundred dollars but a real professional styled my hair. It was perfect and even Farrah Faucet commented on how nice it looked as she replaced me in the chair. Yes, it was Jose Eber. It was the best hair day of my life. I have never liked my hair but that day when I left, I felt like I was wearing a crown. What a gift a professional hair dresser has to give!

[@adel7675]

This haircut is gorgeous.

[@mollysatinado2319]

WOW what an amazing haircut!! Geez how could anyone give this video a thumbs down?? I wish this guy could cut my hair, he's phenomenal!!! New subbie, can't wait to binge watch!

[@wendy8561]

I wish every stylist would take the time to cut hair in general ,I know there are restrictions on time but I would rather take my time and have repeat customers great job Sam wish there were more stylist like you,that could offer this !

[@rosinabeazley3842]

Wendy if you are willing to pay for your cut go to a high end salon a cut would cost you a pretty penny but you will get an amazing cut 😉😉got to a low end salon you pay for what you get most stylist would love to take there time on Cuts but our bosses have us on time whips

[@jamilgotcher5456]

I had a hair stylist in Dallas cut my hair into a bob and a truly perfect bob, it takes time. They were cutting it for a photoshoot so you know they wanted it to look good for the pictures. It was a beautiful bob. I got spoiled from modeling jobs like that and now I'm retired from modeling and have moved back to my hometown and can't find any hair stylists I'm happy with.

[@wendy8561]

@@rosinabeazley3842 yes I totally agree with you I've been on both sides of the totem pole girl you pay for what you get I know better now not to go to Walmart because they are just starting out

[@minikorsi]

👍I’m a huge fan of dry cutting-it’s amazing how much more personalised the end result is!

[@Atheria444]

Me too, especially if you have any wave to your hair or cowlicks.

[@therabbithat]

You can do a wet cut for the blunt lower parts and dry for the layers

[@dawnmcfarland7011]

Oooooh! The way he went back to get the hair underneath so you don’t see it! This step was missing in every bob I’ve ever had! So clean!

[@bethwalker1891]

I love this tutorial! I've been a hairdresser for most of my life but never quite got the essence of the blunt cut! You've solved every bit of anxiety I ever had at doing this cut! Thank you and you're definitely a one of a kind and I really enjoy listening and watching you teach. Amazing that I was fixed on your video from the very first moment! I'd like to see other videos you may have out! I especially love the way you cross check your cut. This is not done by very many hairdressers these days. I would just die and go to heaven if you'd ever do my head? Really can't remember the last haircut I've gotten that I totally lost my shit over? What's funny is I went to get a asymetrical blunt cut at a salon and color! The cut was awesome but could've used a little more prudent angels? Too conservative for me but worked! The color did not keep! Terribly disappeared. My hair is fine but very very thick! I went to a lady that is notorious for her colorings and she told me she needed to go into my cut and straighten it out? Nervous I told her it's asymetrical and not suppose to be even? She said she understood? By the time she was through my hair all over was as short as my longest layer! And I looked like a little man! So that's what $200 got me! I haven't been anywhere since! Sorry so long but I haven't been this excited about a cut video in a long time! Excellent doo! Thank you! Next time you're in Columbia, SC, if ever, please look me up for I'd gladly pay your price for a style from you! I'm on Facebook Just Silver by Beth! 😊

[@KatherineTheGr8t]

That is a NICE haircut!!! I love the way it flows but you don't see any cut lines. I wish I could find someone in my area who could do this with my THIN and FINE hair. Masterful Sam : )

[@marydidyouknow5826]

Me too!!

[@taratruthful]

At first I was like 40 minutes for a thin haired Bob?! But only a few minutes in there is a goldmine 😍 thank you!!

[@eileenh3264]

WOW - so impressed. I have baby fine straight hair like the model...I wish there was someone around that knew how to cut it! This cut is spectacular!!

[@anopinion3469]

I swear, no one is as mathematical/scientific about hair cutting as you are Sam. I so appreciate the way your mind works when creating perfection, being able to interpret that into words, so anyone can follow, step-by-step. plus the tools LOVE

[@mabirch118]

Sam Villa, you're the top! How I wish you could cut my hair.

[@claudialarsson7439]

Thank you ! I’ve never seen a stylist do this. Not to mention the time and devotion you give. Thank you. ❤️

[@lisabeaumont]

Terrific tutorial! I’m NOT a hairdresser and simply want to understand how my fine hair can be optimally cut for volume in a bob - as most hairdressers ASK ME (the client!) if I want layers!!! I’m like, “That’s your job to know what layers I need!” As we’re presently in quarantine and hence all salons are closed for a while, I’ll be trimming my own hair and at least having a clue of what I’m aiming at will be helpful. Thank you for a great video!

[@DanyeDe]

What a great teacher and professional you are ! It's the first time I see a such respectful stylist ! especially with thin air ! It's a real pleasure to watch you perform ! you're so inspiring ! Thanks !

[@purenkool2024]

You are an ARTIST! Beautiful work by a talented humble man who really knows fine hair. How I wish you were my hair stylist Sam. Perfect bob!

[@barbbalaska4420]

Mr. Villa, I am not a stylist but this was some of the best time I have ever spent! Fascinating!

[@sunshinelizard1]

Love the cut and love your respect for the client

[@dawncartermallin57]

You hit it, respect for the client.

[@juliefrancois9763]

Oh my goodness, I would give my right arm to have him cut my hair. Just like that. Simply beautiful.

[@RVBadlands2015]

Me two

[@geniusjen78]

Sam, thank you SO MUCH for being educated in the art of cutting fine hair! Her cut is beautiful! I've had a few pretty good cuts but mostly ended up with over layered or textured hair that layed even more limp on my scalp than when I walked in. In the last few years I've learned about how challenging fine hair is to cut properly. 💗💗💗Thanks for empowering stylists and clients to obtain a great cut! I've gained knowledge to communicate effectively with my stylist going forward!

[@deniseroberts8572]

I have fine hair, and just cut my hair into a bob to just base of neck. I really need to fine tune it to give it shape with out having to blow dry and flat iron it to get it. I am having the flip up issue in the back because it’s to heavy. I’m going to save this and experiment with it...good thing I’m brave..lol. Love the way you cut for head shape and texture of your clients hair. Your cuts are a work of art. Rock on !👍🏼👀

[@faysalkhan1009]

Can I help you

[@Bc-wq7rv]

Great job! I have very fine hair and it is really difficult to find a stylist who knows how to work with it. Most stylist miss the corner thing. I can’t tell you how many times I’ve had to trim my right corner so it’s not flipping up. The re-trim of the under nap hair, excellent. My nap hair has a different texture and slight curl so it flips up or sticks out in the back, another good catch! And last but not least you cut by layers, yeah...there is a great tendency to just blunt cut fine hair around the bottom. There is no movement and the grow out is ugly because the under hair is flipping up no matter how you style it. Lots of smart techniques here. Thank you! this was cool.

[@moniqaf]

I'm impressed! Great job of cutting hair! She looks beautiful !

[@SusannMarieDye]

I would love this haircut. You are so genuine. I wish all hairstylist could cut fine hair as beautifully as you do.

[@samvillahair]

Thank you so much!

[@knit_bear]

this is fantastic I have exactly that type of blonde hair and was about to bob it but wanted more texture so this was perfect thank you so much!

[@Allyson6C]

Would love to see Sam bring in some wavy & curly girls! Cutting curly hair is so much different from straight.

[@meanbean98]

I gotta tell you that ive done hair for well over 25 yrs and I stopped for the last 5 or more yrs only doing my kids haircuts ... well i got back into and I am glad I watched this first. My first experience in cutting blonde hair with all diff shades of blondes and diff textures of my daughters hair well when she was little I realized then that she had all these textures and had to cut her bangs dry ... well now shes older and i had forgotten about how the hair shrinks diff with diff shades so i happened to watched this today and i literally just did this haircut and came out perfect i also did the ends like that so thank you for this video it was a great reminder for me as well as so much has changed but she was very very happy i still got it ! lol

[@ravent3016]

My hair is like hers. I wish I could find a stylist in my area with his touch with fine straight hair. :( What a lovely cut. This is how I want my hair to look, although I am growing out some old layers that weren't right for my texture.

[@faysalkhan1009]

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[@mariocuadros799]

You truly are a master at what you do. Thank you for your video, I have learned a lot. I am a dad who cuts my own hair and my teen boys hair, and now I am going to try my wife's hair for the first time. I am very impressed with your teaching style and your professionalism. Thank you. Ps. I need to learn how you maneuver the comb and the shears with one hand....that is cool man. Thank you.

[@amytaint9389]

Great pointers for my at-home bob, hasn’t looked this good in years - thank you, Sam!! ❤️

[@azabujuban-hito-dake]

I thought that my super thick, dead straight hair could not be cut into a bob...however my stylist cleverly thinned away sections and also 'carved' away my hair ( i dont know what exactly carved away means..thats what my stylist said ),..the result was really mindblowing! My newly bobbed hair is swingy ( which is hard to do with super thick hair ), and easily curved under ( which is normally impossible with super straight hair ). Love it !!!

[@xxwendyx]

I love this style hair looks so much healthier 😍

[@lidiapalomino2085]

I like what you did to this lady. I always have bob hair cut and everybody does the angles cuts different and that bother me because I do not see consistency. However, your video shows how a professional cut must be done and how beautiful it looks on the model. Thank you. I will down load the app to take it to a hair dresser and see if your tech can be follow. Thank you for your great talent. It comes from above, in other words is a Jehovah God bless to you because very few can do how you do it and you still share it. Thank you again.

[@miriamrios93]

Love when he says he goes to back feeling good and they ask “ great haircut, how’d you do it?? “ I don’t have a clue I just learned it” lmao love this guy!!

[@theresam8809]

I been watching Sam for few yrs and he great, nobody wants me show the this video to get idea and share for fine hair.. people these days are on short for time, they want to do 10-20 min hair cut, most places around me did their schooling at a career center thats had shop class, automotive class, parenting class.. not a true beauty school.. I have older lady only wants to do one way or say u hair too fine.. when ask for bob,She took my hair pulled it like pony tail back and cut it nothing like I see in videos.. my hair wasn’t cut right, has anyone had their done like that??? I love this hair cut.

[@petraz.6631]

Fantastic video, amazingly skilled guy who explains in calm manner, satisfying video to watch and awesome advice! I have finer hair and was after a blunt bob yet this was so cool to watch!

[@sharonlatour6230]

SAM!!!!! I LOVE THIS HAIRCUT. Makes her hair look so much fuller!

[@BestFriendInYourThread]

This tutorial is so good.

[@dodobird6535]

Sam....Thanks for sharing your years of experience and knowledge. It shows that you are self confident and not fearful of others that are in the same industry.

[@juliawalsh7934]

Straightforward tutorial with good, pertinent information. Thanks for your humility and professionalism, Mr. Villa!

[@d.walterbernabe849]

Master Blaster.. Sam wow..! Excellent master piece.

[@rozarustemi3524]

So far you are the best hair dresser I have followed! I wish you health and long life and give us these fantastic tutorials! Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

[@thisgirl5933]

This is artistry. Amazing.

[@jencarlson3348]

This was amazing! So so helpful like no other video (and I’ve watched a LOT of bob hair cut tutorials in order to learn!). Thank you Sam!!

[@coolkathleen49]

Fantastic cutting technique I love this so much never saw this cut before You Are So Great!!! I wish I still had my Licence!!!

[@Donna-vh5ym]

Gorgeous cut. LOVE it. I wish you would do mine Sam.

[@limegreen92]

I know nothing about cutting hair, but I can tell that this guy is an expert

[@HeleneRabe]

So very very wonderful. Dry cut!!!! Woukd be good for very very fine and thin hair!! Thank you for let us see this!!!

[@tracygray117]

Unreal tutorial xx you're an amazing teacher

[@janetsalifeworthliving]

This was excellent. I’m looking for a hair stylist with this type of creativity, who is willing to do cuts other than by the formulas learned in class. Sigh.

[@viktoriakonomi1404]

Bravissimo Sam Villa !!!

[@vali4034]

This is exactly what I was praying for as I cut hair all week using the techniques I already know & getting the results they always give - FRESH TECHNIQUES! Thank You, Thank You, Thank You! Sam Villa combs & clips are my favorite - what is another holy grail tool from Sam Villa that you all swear by that I should buy?

[@samvillahair]

"Keep yourself educated and you will remain competitive, whether you’ve just earned your cosmetology license or you’re a seasoned professional." - Sam Villa

[@maamekonadu561]

Great tutorial Sam 🔥not being perfect is actually perfect ! I actually learn more if I make mistakes...All these judges here dont even know how to hold sheers😂

[@samvillahair]

We also feel that mistakes are how we learn!

[@kathywilliamson3946]

Sam Villa Hair Tutorials Love, love, love to watch you work! I have the same problem with finding a stylist who can cut hair the way you do-or even in the same ballpark. My hair is a lot like the model’s in this tutorial. I find stylists are doing amazing jobs with color these days but I want a precision cut. Advice????

[@denisehowerton4262]

Very nice cut and in depth teaching Sam..

[@laurahess1563]

Ooooh my - cannot wait to share with my hair dresser who has cared for my hair since 1975 - he will not be insulted as he is like me - wants to learn something new every day. Thank you for this educational tool. In my humble opinion- you are a genius-CHEERS ❣️

[@juliebz2038]

Amazing! We need more of you as stylists.

[@marcocardenas7058]

Allure magazine would be a good place to start. Look for the best of the best in your city and follow recommendation and read reviews in Yealp . Do your homework and be prepared to pay what's fair.

[@juliebz2038]

@@marcocardenas7058 Thank you!

[@silkesilke100]

Great tutorial, definitely going to try this in the salon!

[@samvillahair]

Let us know how it goes!

[@mikayladavis6474]

Absolutely stunning

[@samvillahair]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@littlebird8837]

Such a wonderful teacher...beautiful haircut!!

[@SynthiaPayne]

Thank you, Sam! I learned more in this one video about cutting my own fine blonde hair than anywhere else! If I'm ever in Florida I'll look you up!

[@ivonequerl6230]

That was a beautiful hair cut love fine hair, but blond fine hair is a real challenge 😍thank you for all you do for us.

[@samvillahair]

You are so welcome!

[@orangge386]

Great explenation! I will use this next time when im cutting my hair.

[@Americafirst22]

You are doing such an amazing job! !!!

[@lindaskugstad1166]

Beautiful cut.

[@michellemarostica9057]

Thank you for this tutorial Sam! It's awesome and so are you!

[@zenabraithwaite1934]

Sam you are super talented. 👍❤️

[@janicebarker7217]

Sam I love your technique

[@miaThemama]

Watches 12 minutes of video ...proceeds to cut my hair ...it was fun😊thanks quarantine😁

[@rosendachatman6487]

I've always loved your videos through the years,and have learned a lot if your techniques....I love him. He is the God of hair cutting

[@anjamiikkulainen4607]

I was happy to see very well cut hairstyle and very good looking resultat. Thank you.

[@karmennazarians9918]

It is perfect and professional cut.❤

[@victoriahayes29]

Really beautiful work.

[@carlinemetellus1306]

Thank you for this! Amazingly detailed teaching!

[@samvillahair]

Glad it was helpful!

[@amymcginty6634]

Wonderful haircut! Great technique and explanations!🥰

[@amyexner]

That’s a good hair cut; I never thought to actually somehow apply layering with very fine hair when cutting a bob; excellent .

[@lah_bang2179]

Very talented.

[@normanason1303]

Great haircut and information

[@originallyme4life562]

Much respect to him. And the model is gorgeous!

[@tfrosier]

Love when Sam show cut and products using. Many time i use wrong products on hair🙃thanks Sam🙏💖you are amazing👍👏💐

[@ematuti]

Sam Villa I love your tutorial! amazing 👏👏👏👏🙏🙏🙏👍👍👍😘😘😘😘thank you so so much

[@candilacasse6024]

I like how you are doing this cut!

[@Allhoney33]

Beautiful job as always and very informative! Thought you had Chrissy Teigan in the chair for a second! Thanks for that brilliant technique.....no more flat iron lines/bends in my hair!

[@arthurgaboyan7774]

Greetings from Armenia 🇦🇲. Thank you Sam Villa nice work.

[@Allyson6C]

Oh yea! That wax blast really brought the thickness factor to another level! Wax is like a “handle with care” type of product bcz it’s so easy to overdo.

[@Luann_Nielson]

That is a Fantastic haircut!!! You are the best Teacher and I have learned a lot from you!

[@alphaaquisitions706]

Amazing ! A true Hair Artist ! So much knowledge....