Simple Long Layered Hair Haircut Tutorial with Face Framing

Education Director for Sam Villa Andrew Carruthers shares a simple way to create a long layered haircut with face framing that is adaptable to different hair types and densities. Discover how to create airy layers in this full haircut demonstration, including a sectioning technique called the Foundational Breakdown with this in-depth haircutting tutorial.
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[@etheriusmoon1809]

I first started watching your guy’s videos a little before the pandemic during my last year of highschool because I wanted to go to cosmetology school, and I just graduated last month. I started working at a salon and I keep coming back to your videos when someone requests a cut I haven’t done. You guys never miss! I feel like I learned more from this channel than beauty school, but Ofcourse, they teach the basics like ergonomics, sanitation, basic layering and such. To support you guys I will invest my money into your products as I still use the basic tools my school had us purchase. Again, thank you!!

[@jamesdesfosses5764]

My girlfriend complained about her last haircut and told me she wanted this style. I watched your video three times, bought the tools I needed and then cut her hair following along to your instructions. When I was done and she got to see the result? I've never seen such a big smile on her face!!! 8D Bless you for your tutorial man!

[@AnnathePiana]

Are you a hairdresser? If not, I'm going to tell my boyfriend to do exactly the same thing!

[@jamesdesfosses5764]

@@AnnathePiana No I'm not. I just didn't want her to get another haircut and be unhappy with it. Yeah, if you don't like your local hair dressers either then get your man to do it for you! :)

[@AnnathePiana]

@@jamesdesfosses5764 Omg that's amazing! I won't trust my bf as he doesn't have much of an attention span or eye for detail, but I'll be asking a friend to do this for sure! Wow you're a keeper! She's a lucky girl!

[@labornurse]

👏wow

[@xdaydreamerx]

What sweet of you

[@hienlam6498]

What a GREAT EDUCATOR!!! I find that not all talented artists can be great instructors and vice versa, but you are both! Thank you so so much for sharing your knowledge in such details! So many ah-hah moments 🙏

[@samvillahair]

Wow, thank you!

[@bookwrm4evr]

This haircut is what i always try to explain to my stylist how or what i want. It works beautifully for my curly hair. Balance when its straight and balance when its curly giving the crown a bit of volume, but not take away too much on the sides making the ends look stringy. Gorgeous!

[@joanthompson4559]

I hear you and agree 👍

[@darlenemeyers8285]

Curly hair girl here and you are correct. I haven't been able to find anyone to do it right in over 20 years.

[@katiesalvadore7306]

@@darlenemeyers8285sound a little high maintenance if you can’t find one hairstylist to do it “right” in 20 years. Bring a picture!

[@acp101010DC]

You are a gifted teacher! I wish this guy would consider do a series of instructional videos for all kinds of technical and practical life skills. I would watch them all!

[@CC-kk8yh]

This tutorial is so clear and concise. I wish Andrew had been my instructor when I was in school. If he was my instructor, I may still be in the industry.

[@timesfly]

I felt the same way too.

[@silvergirl3688]

Covid ruined our industry. Be glad.

[@delisadunn9399]

Me too our instructors didn’t help us at all! I’ve learned more from You Tube

[@carolynriggs9964]

Ii

[@nancybrewer5802]

I TOTALLY AGREE WITH you

[@anapaulamartinez9769]

Here's a hairstylist who takes pride and love on what he does, explaining everything to the "T". Watched the whole video and every time he would do something I'd be like "oh..thats why it didnt come out the way I wanted". Do you have a salon in GA?!? Or know any hairstylist that would do that exact cut and technique? I'll go wherever I need to get the haircut I always wanted lol Thank you so much for posting this video!🙏

[@nancygirl2323]

I have been looking for someone to do a great cut on my hair with “face framing” and nobody does anything even remotely close to this. In all fairness .. my latest stylist is better than the rest but this is greatly needed for lots of stylists out there. It’s the front sectioning that most fall short on it seems. And the layers not being lightened up by hitting the ends instead of where the weight is... in the middle and lightly down the hair. You’re an artist... a beautiful cut. 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@jas_1093]

I most definitely agree!!!! Beautiful cut for sure!!

[@kw9399]

I had the pleasure to meet Andrew C a few times at Redken shows and he is just as humble and authentic in person!

[@samvillahair]

Thanks so much!!!! Hope to see you again soon - andrew

[@tammy5926]

This was so enjoyable to watch. I love his relaxing style of instruction. 💕

[@florida_grl_43beach11]

After watching this last night, I went down to my home salon and did this hair cut on my mannequin. It turned out great! I like this method of the long layered hair cut with face framing... Thanks so much for all your free education!

[@samvillahair]

Yes!!! This absolutely made our day... this is exactly what we hope that hairdressers are doing :-) Thank you for staying dedicated to your education my friend!

[@rain3743]

I work them out on mannequin heads all the time. Best way to learn.

[@karenm5723]

totally agree with u , the level of instruction in the schools and knowledge of these instructors is poor, after 12 months of instruction students only knowledge is how to pass th state board, that's it! we must make changes to these schools, i m licensed 38 years and still learning, i m 68 yrs old and just returned to cutting hair, these videos are excellent...

[@rain3743]

@@karenm5723 Grateful I spent $$ on a Sassoon school, and learned the architecture of hair design. I still practice on mannequins to try any new approaches. Most schools only teach a basic version of the 90 degree state board cut. We had to use live models for State Board, back then, and they just wanted yo see "a layered cut." They don't really care how it looks. I blew the mibd o ff the examiner when I dud a condensed triangulate layered cut. She said "I saw your cross check. So cute." Didn't even cross check mine. It's so important to get continued, professional education. I had to learn to loosen up mind mindset from the classic training to learn razor cutting, and accept disconnection. LOL. Practice is essential. I did a lot if models before I ever made a dime.

[@donnasalazar6780]

Well I wish more hairdressers like you to look at is the Torio‘s I can’t tell you how many times hairdressers have messed up my hair and I’ll come out paying $180 I’m just putting my hair up in a ponytail until I find another hairdresser so good for you do you want to do your very best for your clients I wish you were my new hairdresser😁😩

[@whiterose6408]

I had an interview today to work in a hair salon, I had to do a haircut, I saw your video last night and I did it step by step today, it was great and I will start working from tomorrow, thank you, you are great and I pray for you

[@pattiburtonsalmonsen3202]

I learned this same technique in 1981, my instructors were the best! Totally helped my career, love 💕 watching this channel.

[@angela88244]

I have clients that do not want to much layers and they want the length not too short as well. How do I cut without leaving a bulk behind after cutting 45 degrees cut all around the head.

[@elainedavies4539]

I love your style of teaching. When I left college I realised how basic the training really is. Hairdressing is an art as you have to adjust the basics to each client because of their personality head shape, preferences and expectations. Thank you so much for your channel I love you sharing your knowledge and experience!

[@silvermont331]

Other competitors have watched you and gave you a thumbs down 👎.. jealous people omg . I thank you for sharing, it’s always help to revise education and you are the best Andrew ❤️

[@Julia_goolia]

Agreed!

[@Gynajones-vk8gj]

Agree !!!

[@samvillahair]

Thanks for the love!

[@jessicaollier5135]

He’s such a good teacher, I reckon he’d be super patient

[@bonniestewart4369]

Someone that actually explains body position. So very important when cutting hair.

[@paulaanderson3081]

WOW now that's art!! 48 yrs old and finaly I only hope when I have my first visit to a creative stylist, that I walk away with this look. Absolute class 😁

[@PaechesLenore]

beautiful cut and style. and a wonderful tutorial in all aspects. note to stylists: i use a stylist's ability to listen to my request for a mid-part haircut as a litmus test. as someone that enjoys, and sometimes requires a movable style, having an unbalanced cut after telling you to disregard how i mostly part my hair on the left, but sometimes do in the middle or on the right will make me never come back. regardless of how much i loved every other aspect of your services. i've found it doesn't matter how i approach it. generally i would rather avoid escalating the interaction past requesting for a balanced, symmetrical, middle-weighted cut. still, sometimes i end up with side-weighted cut and/or color. if seeking, my part can be found on the left side (although, a few have found it on the right???) and i can tell they look for it and put it in the back of their mind. sometimes i don't think they do it intentionally. are prioritizing side-weighted services over the client's request something drilled in beauty school? if so, it'd be great if they didn't anymore.

[@MichaelDavis-un8ve]

Great-paced, very articulate, and detail-oriented video. Thank you, Andrew

[@patriciaback5128]

I did hair for years. I'm with you on cutting hair with a center part... with some exceptions... specialty looks etc. This was a great tutorial and a great look. I'm 63, with just below the shoulder length hair and grown out bangs. I've been stuck in my condo for weeks without a haircut and I see this! 🤣 I'd love this cut with the curtain bangs. Or maybe just a long shag, but NOBODY can do that anymore. Thanks for making my evening. ⚘

[@seanbuck2310]

I just did a long shag haircut for my college final and I passed. It’s in fashion here in the U.K.

[@thehilaryglow]

The best, easiest and most accurate tutorial I've ever seen for such a haircut. Thank you!

[@Lyvonnewest]

One of the best haircutting videos I've seen in a long time. I appreciate that you explained why you were doing each step. Thanks for the knowledge!

[@MB-vu3ow]

Exceptional instructor!

[@tonijudd4254]

I am a hairstylist and cut and color my own hair at home, I have always wanted to cut my crown shorter for lift, thank you for this tutorial, it has showed me how to fearlessly achieve this look!

[@justinbequette7142]

Love this video! Very thoroughly explained all techniques and what works for different hair types. I admire how he applied the technical aspects of sections and angles mixed with the artistic style of finger angles, head shape, and how to cut transitions for a beautiful haircut result.

[@laurieannwilks343]

Watched the whole video, and I just love this cut! You did a wonderful job with explaining every detail. Thank you for sharing. I've been cutting my hair for years I have long hair and I've been wanting to layer my hair for a very long time I don't know if I could pull this off myself but reading the other comments a couple of other ladies were able to do it so I can do it too! Then again thank you so much!

[@shelleywallace1228]

You did an exceptional job of demo and explaining this cut. Thank you for doing such a complete and thorough job... just a stunning cut!! 👏👏👏❤️🤩

[@radleyrayne287]

This is exactly how I get my hair cut & have done for years. My hairdresser does this cut perfectly having trained at Vidal Sassoon & it works so well with my thick long hair. My hairdresser had an arm injury a couple of years ago & was unable to cut hair for a year & I reluctantly went to another hairdresser to describe what I wanted & how to cut my hair. I said I wanted a long layered cut with over directed disconnected layers.......her reply was “I don’t use those silly words to describe hair cuts, I just cut it & see how it falls!!! 😳😳 needless to say I walked out without letting her touch my hair!!! If I ever need to visit another hairdresser than my own I will be showing them this video as it is perfect & so well explained. Thank you for your tutorials & knowledge 🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻

[@tonijudd4254]

I am a hairstylist and fyi, we each have basically our own language that we use to describe our methods. Take a video and or pictures of before and after your haircut.

[@cookiedavis180]

Love this cut! I really loved how you described and went thru the cut so nicely . Your tone was perfect, and thorough. Thank you for your help.

[@loriepyper1033]

Excellent educator. Able to share his knowledge with a calming experience. Thank you

[@tonijudd4254]

It's me again 😊 I just got thru cutting the back of my hair, didn't cut the front since I already face framed it and added some longer layers. And I love how it turned out! Thx for this tutorial, it really helped to understand that the back and front don't need to be exactly matching to create a great cut, fun! 😁❤

[@MaritMakeupManicure]

Thank you!! for helping me cut my own hair!!!Funny enough the front sides always been the hardest to get decent looking:)) Growing my bangs out it was a mess -until now!! 🤩🎇

[@theswordoftruth-dn9yc]

Very helpful! As a hairstylist for ahh, let's see( thinking back, got NY/NJ license in '76🤔🥺😳🤨)so like 50+ years , you always can learn something! The crown cutting is sooo important, and most of us learn it through trial & error which isn't good for the client so this is a very important tool to use! Knowing it when you get your license and as a rookie stylist, it's going to be a great way to start a client following and build your career as a top stylist! And, always aim for that in wherever your talent may be; as a cutting specialist (which I love) or colorist etc., always aim to be at the top of your game by continuously learning! Seek it out and build your knowledge with your on-going experience. Very satisfying as an artist! I wish Redkin was easier to get into back in the 70's, for us early geometric cutting pioneers. It would have made it go faster with less mistakes committed on our Guinea pig clients, am I right? Sorry bout that all who suffered in order to push hair cutting into stylist levels in Cosmetology as a whole. Then we had the advent of way better hair products for which Redkin made a huge early mark in the industry, as a whole new way of looking at styling. It has been a "long strange trip", but a blast!

[@lauramullins1637]

Andrew, you are such a good teacher: your tone, simplicity, conveyance -- all so pleasant and easy to grasp. Thank you.

[@samvillahair]

Thank you so much Laura! - Andrew

[@kalimatayyeba7746]

The best video that describes elevation. Thank you very much Andrew you are one of the best teachers or maybe the best

[@kristenoliveira6645]

Andrew is one of the best in the industry and Sam Villa is lucky to have him. My mentor was Sassoon trained so I was very fortunate to have her bless me with a lot of this knowledge when I was very fresh in the industry. To give a great cut you have to understand the shape of the head and how the hair falls on that head, Andrew is exceptional at explaining this! Thank you for providing wonderful, free education that is so accessable!!!

[@yankeesgirl1988]

As someone who is new to this amazing industry, all I can say is, THANK YOU! And let me also add, your videos are also, just as amazing…they are easy to follow, and I love how you explain - how you teach, while cutting…again, thank you!

[@trriksh]

By following your video I tried this with being completely skeptical on my hair myself... and I feel proud of myself with the final result that turned out the same as the end result shown in the video. Thanks for teaching us this haircut, it's so beautifully detailed. Perfect video!

[@dugchris2009]

Great video. I don't cut hair, but never knew all of this information that you told us. I can tell you know and like what your doing! You're a very good teacher.

[@tammieparrishmiller3669]

This made perfect sense in every way. When I went through beauty college, which was way back in the '80s, we were taught to do blunt cuts and start at the top and work our way to the ends. If you weren't talented, it was inevitable that you were going to cut into the line. When I got out of school and secured a job at a reputable salon, we were retrained to cut the way you just showed, which is from the bottom to the top. Point cutting came in later and really made it easier to get flow. I truly enjoyed watching you work! Thank you for sharing your knowledge and talent!

[@samvillahair]

THanks for the love Tammie!!!

[@roxyroo2703]

Same here Tammie, things have really changed from the days when perms and bilevels ruled!😂

[@msmolavi]

Thank you so much .you are a good teacher

[@anahixk]

This is simply beautiful. Amazing explication. Thanksss!!! 💇🏻‍♀❤

[@Gynajones-vk8gj]

Such a good instructor .. I learn so much .. thank you Andrew

[@YveRich]

Them sheers are like butter!!!

[@caramelskate2541]

Thk U so much for making this video. Aft trying a couple of times, now I'm so much more confident when cutting my own hair than before. And the results were all so satisfying. 👍

[@heatherg2083]

Thanks Andrew...Detailed with all the right info! If you could do an additional short to this one of "imbalanced layers" to incorporate the parting, it would be much appreciated 💚

[@TaterKakez]

Andrew, I’m a new stylist and I love watching your videos. The fact that you touched on the “finalizing of the service,” and talked about rebooking, thank you! I really need to focus on the finesse and you helped drive that home. I love watching your videos before and after work so I can grow my skill set and techniques. Thank you again,💜💜 Kate

[@michellebiagott4593]

Simply beautiful .Absolutely love it .So thoroughly well explained .Thankyou

[@Lulyana1]

You're AMAZING!!!! 💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖 I made it on me and looks great!!!! Thank you so much to share your wisdom with the world!! Love from México 🌹🌹🌹🌹

[@samvillahair]

Thank you so much for your support! ♥

[@leannemichele240]

I love this video and your emphasis on consistency. It is so important when cutting. I have recently been getting a lot of requests for layered, stacked pixie bobs. Almost an inverted bob but shorter in the back. I’m riding the struggle bus when cutting these cuts. Could you please do a pixie bob hybrid tutorial? Or a pixie tutorial?

[@konstancethongprachanh4178]

Simply amazing! So informative and clear with the explanations. I wish I had found this video 10 videos ago! Lol..thank you, thank you, Thank You!!!😘

[@sandramortada8222]

Thank you, for such a fantastic way of explaining. Very methodic.

[@lucez205]

What a fab video. I could listen to your voice all day long, ever so calm and you explain things so well and the style is superb. Thanks for sharing!

[@Tanyaplym]

Beautiful cut❤️ loved your teaching technique. Very easy to follow.

[@marionsmith9579]

Thank you. Thorough explanation and beautiful work.

[@lunaluck1060]

Beautiful cut and great instruction!!! Your voice invites us in as it's as easy going as you seem to be.

[@samvillahair]

Thank you so much!

[@MissVirmaCaramia]

You are such a great teacher!!! Thank you for this video.

[@followurheart1]

I love ur explanations as to “why” ur doing what ur doing!! Awesome. I wih u could be my go to!!💃😊

[@Mscoffiedash]

Did this today! Her hair was bit shorter but still same thing! Thx! When a client has bulky thick coarse hair I love doing notching or pointed cuts

[@Alypinkflower]

always learning new tricks form u..now another new cut for my daughters..thnx Andrew!!!

[@pinnacletransportationserv9691]

You are such an excellent teacher, everything is explained so well. I have no hairstyling education but from this video I did a pretty good job on my practice head!

[@nancybrewer5802]

Now that was a very BEAUTIFUL cut n style love the long length

[@unzvit3828]

Awesome technique!!Luv it !

[@rtong365]

Andrea gives very good instructions and explanations. I am not a hairdresser and I understand the tutorial. Very nice long layer haircut.

[@cathyhuilingwang]

Amazing lesson! Just 💯

[@dgukdg]

Best tutorial I have seen. Much appreciated.

[@davidcampbell6765]

Great job teacher. You always make it look easy.

[@tivo148]

This stylist has magic hands.

[@anitajames7336]

Awesome job - thank you so much!!!

[@Omelija17]

Such a beautiful haircut , thank you so much for video .I'll definitely have a go with this technique, many thanks

[@AmelieScott]

My husband followed this video to cut my hair. It turned out beautiful!!!!!!!! Thank you for taking the time to make this video.

[@ironbutterfly12]

Wow! Am binge watching your videos and all i gotta say is that you are the master!

[@davidtaylor328]

He is making it look silky smooth !!! 👍

[@mommiefields5128]

Too be blessed with the ability to create beauty an be humble you give so much

[@marcymiller3287]

The thinning shears made all the difference. Finally a cut that lacks the top being too short and heavy. Beautiful.

[@melanie2966]

I am learning so much! Thanks. Keep the tutorials coming. I am trying to figure out how to cut my husband's hair like Barry Gibb during the disco era.

[@gracesrecipies8295]

Thank you I really like how you explaining everything wow I love Layers in my hair I cut my hair by myself is hard but your videos teaching me.

[@marialascaibar6385]

Thank you so much. Very detail layer cut. Thank you for sharing ❤️

[@irishsetterarchie]

Absolutely beautiful!

[@cansukeskin8228]

Wow! Great job Love that hair tutorial 🥰

[@Sathyaana]

I want this haircut!!! Congratulations! 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@nevaleslie7755]

Oh my gosh, absolutely gorgeous!🤩🎯💯

[@pareenmerchant]

Awesome technique. Thank you for educating in a simpler way.

[@samvillahair]

My pleasure!

[@AtomHeartBat]

I love how you explain everything. :)

[@brileann4176]

Your tutorials are always awesome!

[@karenderuyter2568]

You are a fantastic teacher Andrew. Good work, thank you.

[@samvillahair]

Thanks Karen!!!

[@corinnebass9046]

How to brush the hair when putting a cap on

[@rain3743]

Agree! Sam is the King, but I love Andrew and always learn so much.

[@StephanieWilsonxoxo]

What a good teacher!

[@tracynormand2151]

GORGEOUS ANDREW 💕

[@mariasoto5957]

Thank you so much,you’re very good teacher God bless you.

[@carmenmaritzaalicea7333]

I really luv this cut

[@snooterpoops]

Just gave myself a Covid quarantine cut using this video and I honestly think this is one of the best haircuts I’ve ever had. It took me awhile to get the sectioning right but I really think that’s a big key to layers that look good. Thank you for the amazing instructions 💕💕💕

[@nicolewoodling718]

How did you do it yourself with all those back parts?

[@snooterpoops]

Nicole W. Douglas I pulled my hair out taut to determine the right place where the cut should be. As long as you hold your fingers at that position, you can pull it around where you can see it when you actually make the cut. Does that make sense? It wasn’t super easy and did take me quite a while 🥴

[@pattymorrissey6539]

Awesome haircut!

[@sathyaprakash9538]

Thank u given this kind of hair cut &techniques sir I love style explain 🌹❤

[@nancytorres904]

Thank you very much for the tutorial today help me to get Mezmerize with your awesome work I am going to continue with my learning but with your explanations help me a lot I’m one of a million follower of you and mr Sam villa

[@brightphoebus]

The main thing I think, about getting your hair cut, is the attention, handling and pampering we get. We love that, it makes us feel beautiful and touchable, human, connected. : )

[@leighannmcgowan5239]

I wish I had someone like you to cut my hair ....last person really messed it.up lol ...now I have the long tedious growing out process ......awesome haircut btw ...

[@VectorAero]

This is down to a science and so methodical that it's quite impressive.

[@madeleinebelle2105]

Wish i could find someone like Andrew in London .. instead of having to do my own hair for years...nice layering and final shape. It seems to be the trend nowadays to leave the ends choppy and blunt .. not easy on the eye...no doubt an expensive payout to look like the hair has been cut with gardening shears..thank you.

[@lovemysammyboy]

Thank you so much! You are the best!!!

[@xoxoMariaxoxo]

Loveee this haircut 🥰