Mistake 7: A Lack of Layers

Here’s a scary thought: “If you don’t cut layers in short hair, you’ll look like Dorothy Hamill,” says hairstylist Chris McMillan of Chris McMillan, The Salon in Los Angeles. (Or worse: “Remember Dumb and Dumber?” asks Lloyd.) The trick here is to cut strategically: long pieces are subtle but still add dimension. Choppiness all over adds volume to fine strands. And if hair is really thick, cutting layers underneath can reduce volume and make hair “less blunt and broomstick-y,” says Lloyd.

Mistake 8: Not Keeping up With the Cut

Short hair may be low-maintenance in the style department, but it’s like a needy boyfriend when it comes to trims. Go in for a cut every six weeks or, as Lloyd says, follow the hairstylist’s rule of thumb: When your longest layers start flipping up on the bottom, it’s time to go to the salon.

Short Hairstyle Mistakes 9 & 10 (Over-Accessorizing & Losing Perspective)

Mistake 3: Big Body, Small Head Syndrome

Voluptuous women look best with a choppy, chin-length bob, says hairstylist Edward Tricomi of the Warren Tricomi Salon in New York City. If you cut the hair close to your scalp, “your head will look too small in comparison,” he says.

Mistake 4: Mixing Styles

Kate Gosselin may be partial to the smooth in front, spiky in back look, but anyone else with short, layered hair should learn from her mistakes. “Kate looks like she’s using gel and hair spray to spike it up—and that’s exactly what not to do.” Lloyd says. “Instead, you need to smooth down the back with a dab of pomade.” (We love Bumble and Bumble SumoTech.) Or, says Lloyd, “after you blow-dry it, wear a baseball cap or a ski hat for ten minutes or so. That will get the short layers under control and the cut looking more cohesive.”

Hairstyle Mistakes 5 & 6 (Product Overload & Using No Product)

Razor Haircuts To Create Short Choppy Hairstyles For Women

If razor cut hairstyles are new to you lets get to the basics!  A hairstylist uses a sharp razor to cut and shape the hair.  Razors are used to add texture and style specifically to straight hair.  It is necessary for the hairstylist to invest in a good sharp razor, and have it sent out regularly for sharpening, so that they will continually be able to provide clients with the best razor cut available.

Razors used at an angle will give your hair a great choppy look.  This is a wonderful style to try if you have never done so before.  Choppy haircuts can look great on almost anyone.  To achieve this look ask your stylist to use a razor to create wonderful texture and layers in your hair.  Once they have done so you can style your hair in a fun, funky style.  If you want to change it up you may choose to have your stylist use a razor comb and blend the ends or tips of your hair to create a more subtle look.

Razors are a great way to create depth and texture in your hair and to create the choppy hairstyle that many women are starting to take on.  They are also a fun way to soften your hair by blending layers with a razor comb. Using a razor comb also helps to create texture to a hairstyle that seems to be flat or boring, so if you have boring hair then try getting your haircut with a razor!  So if you have never had a razor cut why not give it a try?

If you have any questions about creating a razor haircut or how to create a short choppy hairstyle for your hair then, please “Ask The Hairstylist” a question and we will post the response here.

One very popular hairstyle right now is the medium length choppy cut.  This style is accomplished by cutting your hair to a short or medium length, if your hair is not already this length, and creating a look where the ends are disheveled and messy.  Choppy hairstyles are daring and cute.  They look good on almost any type of face however they do look best on heart shaped and round faces.

To get this look you will need to apply mousse, gel or wax to your wet head and rub your hands through your hair to toss it.  Let it dry on its own.  This particular method usually only works for naturally straight hair. So you will need to try a little different method if your hair is curly or wavy.

If your hair is curly or wavy you can get this choppy look by drying your hair and then applying wax to your hair and use a flat iron to straighten the hair.  Apply wax to your fingertips and work it into the hair, then use the flat iron to create a choppy look by straightening the hair at the tips.

The other way to create this look is to have your hairstylist cut your hair with a razor.  This is often called a razor cut.  The hairstylist will use a razor to cut layers into your hair, creating a great choppy layered hairstyle. It is a great way to get the same choppy look with out having to use much styling product in your hair.