Classic haircuts can get boring quickly. When you want something fresh and interesting, you should choose a trendy asymmetrical version that can be created on both short, medium and long hair.
The benefits of an asymmetric haircut
Asymmetrical hairstyles have caused a stir in the hairdressing art. They successfully fit into everyday looks, as well as festive and elegant ones. They are gladly chosen by teenage girls, adult ladies and mature women.
They are able to emphasize the dignity of appearance, as well as attract the attention of the opposite sex. Western stars of show business are striking representatives of fashionable images with similar hair shapes.
Asymmetrical haircuts for medium hair have a number of advantages over the usual ones:
- create additional volume;
- hide the obvious disadvantages of the hairline: cut ends, brittleness and dryness;
- correct imperfections in facial features;
- highlight interesting dyeing techniques;
- rejuvenate a woman, hiding the true age;
- look fresh and interesting.
It should be understood that the technique of creating a beautiful asymmetrical hairstyle is quite complicated and time consuming. The master's qualifications must be appropriate. To learn how to cut your own hair at home, it is advisable to take specialized courses.
disadvantages
Asymmetrical hairstyles are diverse. For women who want to radically change their image, this is the best solution. The main plus is that hair of any length is suitable for this type of hairstyle: short, medium or long. Even wavy or curly curls can be cut using this technique.
However, with so many advantages, there are a number of significant disadvantages:
- the need for daily hair styling... Asymmetrical strands require special care, otherwise the look may seem messy and tousled;
- difficulty in pulling the hair into a ponytail... Often, asymmetry is performed by shaving the temple on one side and leaving elongated curls on the other. It will be difficult to pick up such an option in a ponytail or a high bun;
- frequent need to trim and shape... Haircuts with asymmetry are distinguished by the clarity of lines and borders, so the regrown strands will be knocked out of the general image and are striking;
- asymmetrical haircut can quickly get bored... Monotonous daily styling in a certain style will get bored especially quickly for those women who are used to changing details and accents in their own external image.
Who is asymmetry for?
Some people mistakenly believe that only young, active and bold natures are ready for asymmetrical hairstyles. This season it is recommended to experiment with haircuts, not to be afraid of bright accents and eye-catching images. Asymmetric options can be considered universal, with their help it is possible to hide the obvious imperfections of the hairline.
Asymmetry will suit girls:
- with thin hair... To create additional volume, they cut using the layering technique. It is this method that allows you to visually add splendor to the hairstyle;
- with dense and heavy hair... Asymmetry with thinning will lighten the image, erode the lush hair;
- short length... Asymmetry can add femininity and sexuality;
- with long or medium hair... In this case, asymmetry is used to shape the elongated curls and create a more shaped hair look.
The choice of asymmetry in the shape of the face
Asymmetrical haircuts for medium hair can be created for different face types. The possibility of combining the length of different strands, shaving individual sections, styling methods in different ways makes them generally available options for almost every woman.
The basic rules for choosing asymmetric hairstyles depending on the shape of the face are given in the table:
Face type | How to choose | Examples of hairstyles |
Oval | Any form of haircut is suitable with sufficiently correct facial features | Bob, extended bob, medium ladder |
A circle | It is necessary to visually lengthen the shape of the face, not to accentuate the chin area | Long asymmetrical bangs, pixie, cascade, Italian, square with lengthening on 1 side |
Square | It is necessary to smooth out sharp corners, soften harsh facial features | Ladder, side bangs, layered asymmetric haircuts |
Rhombus | It is necessary to smooth the corners in the cheek area | Pixie, bangs thinning, bob, cascade, ladder |
Triangle | You need to smooth a sharp chin and focus on the cheeks | Layered haircuts, cascade, bob, haircuts with side parting |
Rectangle | It is necessary to smooth out the clear line of the chin and cheekbones | Bob with bangs, bob-bob, ladder, cascade with milled ends |
Options for haircuts with asymmetry for medium hair: features, creation techniques
Medium hair length is ideal for creating asymmetrical hairstyles. This is a versatile option both in terms of hair volume and, if possible, to create different types of haircuts.
Bean
A striking sign of an asymmetrical bob is a voluminous crown and outlined borders of the strands. This is a favorite option for women of any age category and profession. In the West, the bob is considered a classic haircut for social gatherings and everyday meetings.
The technique for creating a haircut contains several main accents:
- a long asymmetrical strand on the face that acts as a bang;
- shortest length at the back of the head;
- a clear side line connecting the voluminous nape with the facial elongated curls.
There are many options for styling bob haircuts. If you want to cut this option from a stylist-hairdresser, then you can style it yourself at home.
How to fit an asymmetrical bob:
- classically straightforward version;
- casual style with curled strands;
- bob with oblique bangs;
- bob with straight bangs.
Highlighting and natural toning look advantageous on this haircut.
Elongated bob
An extravagant way to cut a bob is an asymmetric technique. The basis for creating a hairstyle is the usual square. Then, using the difference in the lengths of the occipital and temporal parts, a volumetric image is formed.
Features of an elongated bob haircut:
- preferable to create on thick and dense hair. Thin ones will require long daily styling using fixing agents;
- the ability to choose a straight or beveled parting;
- the front strands are cut horizontally;
- first, volume is created on the back of the head, then the front strands are cut.
It is good to paint an elongated square using the amber technique, highlight and highlight individual elongated strands with color.
Cascade
The asymmetric cascade consists of graduated steps with filleted ends. Medium to long hair is required to create.
This option is recommended for those who have insufficient volume on the crown: a separate short layer forms a thick cap on the back of the head.
The rest of the layers descend in turn along the entire length. The cascade looks bold and stylish, especially if you use asymmetric techniques for cutting curls from the face.The uneven ends of the layers are easy to stack in a messy, chaotic manner. Such a casual look is the trend of the 2024 season.
This haircut is good because there are many styling methods that can be varied: from perfectly straightened classic curls to a tousled thick hat with cascading wavy curls.
Haircut with a shaved temple
Asymmetrical haircuts for medium hair are often created by shaving individual sections of the head. Usually, this is the temporal part. It is necessary to understand that this option looks rather bold and bright, not suitable for conservative and classic styles of clothing. It is chosen by active or athletic girls who prefer extreme, movement and expression.
When cutting, follow some basic rules:
- organize a side parting;
- the side with less hair is cut with a machine;
- from the side where there is more hair left, form elongated strands;
- the back of the head is cut in smooth steps.
To create the most extravagant image, they produce stylish coloring balayage or amber. Coloring in bright shades (burgundy, blue, purple) also looks relevant and modern.
Graduated asymmetry
Graduated asymmetry is another option for stylish hairstyles for medium hair. A distinctive feature is loosely laid strands that create maximum volume. Most often, this haircut is left without a bang, sometimes an elongated curl near the face plays its role.
The advantage of the hairstyle is that the hair, growing over time, retains its shape, thanks to the graduation and milled ends, therefore, if the asymmetry gets tired, it is easy to grow it and choose a new haircut option.
Correct styling of graduated asymmetry will allow you to hide imperfections in facial features, such as:
- protruding ears;
- high forehead;
- angularity of the face;
- a pointy chin;
- short neck.
They often color the graduation, choosing the technique of highlighting or highlighting the ends.
Pixie
The pixie haircut features open ears and a neckline. They cut in a multi-layer technique, leaving strand by strand in a chaotic free mode. On medium hair, the pixie hairstyle is playful, elegant and very feminine.
Several secrets of creation:
- promiscuous ease is encouraged. There is an opinion that pixie does not need styling, the more disheveled the look, the sexier and brighter the image;
- the asymmetrical version of the pixie is ideal for thin hair: separate strands and a lush side strand will create additional volume;
- the back of the head is not cut short, long curls are left to maintain volume.
An asymmetrical pixie is often paired with a shaved temple. This is a bold and active option for trendy girls with an active attitude in life.
Aurora
Asymmetrical Aurora is considered a technically challenging hairstyle. It is a cascading haircut in layers with milling ends. The medium length will give the image of romance and thoughtfulness. Short - activity and brightness.
Secrets of creating an asymmetrical haircut:
- it is advisable to choose a side parting, so the hairstyle will turn out to be more magnificent;
- for thin hair, Aurora will become a source of additional volume;
- there is no need to maintain clear line boundaries, the more chaotic the view, the better;
- bangs can diversify and refresh the image.
For this hairstyle, a complex highlighting using several halftones of the same color became the ideal type of coloring. Thus, the individuality of each strand is emphasized.
Tomboy
Tomboy is a boy's haircut for girls who want to do a lot, be in the center of events and travel. Modern fashion dictates the rules that put convenience and comfort on the first plane. That is why the tomboy has become very popular among women.
You are an open back of the head, whiskey, long side bangs and slightly tousled strands. Great for square, rectangular and oval face types. The haircut attracts attention, so it is advisable to keep the skin and face in perfect condition.
Basics of Creation Technique:
- multilayer;
- side parting;
- highlighting the control strand;
- creating torn curls with a razor.
Page
Asymmetrical haircuts for medium hair almost always add volume to the hair due to layering. A page haircut is different in that it requires a fairly thick head of hair and a dense hair structure to create such a hairstyle.
Page is a smooth transition from solid bangs to bulk.
The asymmetrical version on medium hair looks casual and natural. This is a modern type of haircut that replaces the classic forms. There are no clear boundaries, the strands are torn and chaotic.
A hairstyle is created taking into account the following points:
- thinning of ends;
- voluminous bangs to one side;
- graduated cascade along the entire length.
The asymmetrical page is chosen more often by young women who prefer a sports lifestyle.
Rhapsody
Rhapsody is a romantic ladder that starts with a side bang. This option requires styling with fixing agents: the curls must lie correctly in a certain order. Often the ends are curled with a curling iron.
Rhapsody is chosen for special events, weddings and evenings. This is a favorite option for adults and mature women.
Creation secrets:
- graduated layering;
- cutting strands horizontally;
- creating a voluminous cap on the crown.
She-wolf
A bold and challenging image will create a she-wolf haircut. It is distinguished by torn protruding strands, voluminous oblique bangs and an overall chaotic look. This hairstyle is chosen by schoolgirls, teenagers and young girls.
The haircut is ideal for straight hair of medium length. The hairstyle does not require special care, a casual look is encouraged.
Asymmetric haircuts for curly hair
Curly or wavy hair is not a reason to give up trendy asymmetrical hairstyles. On the contrary, curls will look completely different with such haircuts. Waves can be laid randomly without adhering to precise lines and boundaries.
To create romantic looks, it is better to use light mousse and whipping movements, for more classic accents - diffuser drying and gel-treated curls.
The most successful solutions among asymmetric haircuts for medium curly hair:
- graduated cascade;
- Aurora;
- bob square;
- page;
- rhapsody.
Haircuts with bangs
Any asymmetrical haircut can be created with or without bangs. This element can decorate the image, make it clearer and more stylish, as well as visually hide the following imperfections in facial features.
For instance:
- excessively high forehead;
- triangular face shape;
- asymmetry of the eyes or ears.
Haircuts with bangs emphasize the style and personality of the girl. Bangs are almost always present among the current accents in the art of hairdressing. To choose the right shape and thickness of the bangs for yourself, you need to correctly determine your face type, as well as identify all the disadvantages and advantages.
The most successful haircuts with bangs:
- garcon;
- bean;
- elongated square;
- classic cascade;
- options with oblique strands (bangs).
Asymmetrical haircut care rules
Asymmetrical haircuts create a fairly defined shape that needs to be maintained with careful grooming.
Here are some basic rules to follow:
- renew the haircut at the hairdresser at least once every 3-4 weeks. If the hair grows slowly, you can do the correction once every 4-5 weeks. Shaved whiskey will grow back faster, they need to be trimmed once every 10-12 days;
- asymmetry does not save from the section of the ends, therefore it is necessary to apply special means for treatment: oils, serums, sprays;
- colored haircuts need to be renewed about 1 time per month, as regrown roots can ruin the clear shape of the haircut;
- use professional care products: shampoos, conditioners, conditioners, sprays, oils, serums;
- do not abuse hot styling methods (hair dryer, diffuser, irons, straighteners);
- use wax or gel to highlight individual strands;
- nourish hair with moisturizing masks at least 1-2 times a week;
- before going out into the active sun, cover your head with a hat and be sure to use thermal hair protection products;
- in the cold season, do not expose the hair to temperature extremes: a sharp change in weather conditions will adversely affect the color and shape of the haircut;
- visit the salon for professional procedures at least 2-3 times in 6-8 months: scalp peeling, "Happiness for hair" session, structure restoration, treatment of cut ends.
Medium length is the basis for creating asymmetrical haircuts. You can choose the appropriate option using computer programs that offer hairstyles for a given type of face, hair and head shape. This can be done both in the salon and on your own at home.
Article design: Anna Vinnitskaya
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