40 Great Long Layered Haircuts

If you’re looking for a way to change your look without sacrificing your painstakingly grown hair, then you should think about getting your hair layered. Layering is one of the hottest hairstyles  nowadays. You can see the biggest movie celebrities, hottest supermodels, and the pop singers with long layered haircuts. Despite its overwhelming popularity, the term layering is still easily mistaken by both hairdressers and consumers alike. Just keep on reading to check out our examples of what long layered hairs should look like.

What is Layering?

 

The most common definition that you can hear or find is – it is the simple layering of the hair to create a hairstyle that has different lengths. Although this definition is not wrong, it doesn’t give the full meaning and purpose of the style.

 

Hair layering can also be defined as the creation of different lengths of hair strands to give a look of added volume and length.

 

Just so you know, long layered haircuts have been popular for many years now.

 

You can often see this type of hairstyle among supermodels as they take a stroll down the catwalk.

 

Long layered haircuts combined with highly attractive colors can transform your hair into a work of art.

 

Because some of the styles like sliding cut and graduated bobs, there are some people who would cut their own hair.

 

Whats the Ideal Hair for Layering?

 

The course hairs are the best suited for layering.

 

It is then followed by medium-thick hair.

 

Fine hair is the least suited, especially when it comes to heavy layering.

 

Even though fine hair is hard to layer,  it is still possible. To make sure that you get a cute hairstyle, you better go to a well-known professional hairdresser.

 

Women with naturally curly hair who want to get their hair layered should be careful. Improper layering of naturally curly hair can render it with a triangle shaped hairdo.

 

The layering process for naturally curly or wavy hair is a bit different from the common layering styles.

 

Although we said that women who have course hair are the best suited for long layered hairstyles, they should still be cautions since improper layering of course hair can result in an overly choppy hairstyle. Scene haircuts are often thought of as just another version of a layered hairstyle that’s popular among teens.

 

Aside from course hair, straight and wavy hair also work best with this type of hairstyle. It can result like this awesomely smooth result.

 

Just as long as your hair isn’t too thin or fine, a straight hair can look very stylish with properly placed layers.

 

Advantages and Disadvantages of Layering

Just like any other kind of hairstyle, long layered haircuts also have its advantages and disadvantages. These are some of the things that you should consider before getting a haircut.

 

Advantages

#1. It can add hair volume and length to targeted areas.

 

An increase in volume and length have a flattening effect, which is a good hairstyle for round faces.

 

#2. With the hairstyle, you can easily use any color you want and still look good.

 

#3.  It can take years of your face which can make older women a lot younger.

 

#4. Its versatile look makes it a cinch to match it with any fashion sense.

#5. It can also give a more mature look for younger women who want to be taken seriously.

 

#6. It can contribute to the natural beauty of your hair.

 

 

Disadvantages

#1. Long layered haircuts in general are very expensive since there are a lot more hair to deal with.

 

#2. Not for people who are constantly on the go.

 

Some of the hair designs might need some spray and pins to keep them all together.

 

If your layered look wasn’t intended to be messy looking, then it definitely won’t look as great as this picture here…

 

…or here.

 

#3. Because of the numerous variations of the hairstyle, a lot of people find it difficult to get the look that they want.

 

Getting the Hair You Want

 

As you probably know by now, getting that perfect long layered haircut can be somewhat trick. To help you get the look that you want you should do a little bit of research. There are numerous tips and tutorials on the internet that can teach you how to look like Alyssa Millano.

 

If not her, then would you prefer to look like this famous superstar?

 

There are also other icons across the globe who you can make as a hair role model.

 

You can take pictures from the internet and print them to show to your hairdresser. Try to ask several of them to see which one can really give you the hairstyle that you want.

 

If you think that your chosen hairdresser can accurately re-create the look DO NOT get the haircut immediately. Go home and think about your selected hairstyle if you really look good with it.

 

If you have even a little doubt about getting your hair styled, then try to postpone it until your absolutely sure.

 

We’re sure that you can get the layered haircut that you deserve with a little planning and patience. All that’s left once you get it is to relax and show it off.

Important Reminders

• Even if you meet these conditions that are suitable for a long layered haircut, please remember that there are exceptions to every rule. That is why it’s always important to take as much time as needed when deciding to change your look.
• If you want to mix up your appearance from time to time, you can try to straighten or curl your hair on your own.
• Great areas where you can add some layers include the following: Throughout the crown; along the top of the head; and near the bangs or fringes.