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Instructions For a Shag Haircut Not Needed

Yet the Thoroughly Modern, Sexy and Stylish Shag Still Delivers

If you love easy care hair that looks chic you'll love a shag haircut. Which some say is a shortcut to sexy.

Yet you don't need instructions for a shag haircut to have your hair cut that way. At least not if you're talking about the short, hip, somewhat messy look that's loaded with layers sniped in all around the top of your head.

Assuming we're talking about the same thing that's a fabulous looking cut alright. One that would suit just about anybody. Bangs are optional and can be pushed off face. Or not. But they do tend to complete the overall look for most.

Now a sassy shag is basically one of those flirty, high energy styles. Loaded with movement and bounce.

Yet there aren't a lot of instructions for a shag haircut because there's really not a lot to it. (Although if you insist you'll find them at the end here.)

But there are various shag layered haircuts and styles. You can get the cut for practically any length hair. Still not just anyone can pull off a short shag style. In part because face shape also matters.

Going short means there will be a lot of layers cut in around the crown of your head. With your hair chopped unevenly. And it's the uneven cut adds fullness and bounce to the style. This is what comes to mind for most when they hear the term shag haircut.

Typically your stylist will use a razor even though that does increase the chances of split ends and frizziness for some.

The short shag is quite suitable for wavy hair. As it's that wave that makes it easy to create the desired tousled look.

Side parting is another option you'll see a lot with the shorter shags.

This style looks chic and may even work for some with baby fine hair.

Even if your hair is thick your stylist can likely taper and frame it around your face.

Some even feel such a cut can create the illusion of height. Not so sure about that, but then that's what some feel. Yet I do feel it's wise to remember some of

The Good, the Bad and the Ugly About Shag Cuts

• THE GOOD: Longer shag styles are easy to trim. Such cuts will balance out round faces yet with tapered bangs and fringes will smooth out angular features too. Ask your stylist for a shoulder-length shag that's not polished but more edgy and adaptable.

• THE BAD: Short and celebrity shag cuts could be termed "high maintenance".

• THE UGLY: Again this cut may not be all that great for fine hair. That's because the weight of your hair can make this style come off looking flat. So much so even tons of layers won't save things.

Salon Tip: What you can do is apply mousse and back comb your ultra thin fine hair to create volume.

• THE GOOD: It is quite versatile cut. You can make it soft by curling it. You can straighten the piecey layers for more edgy look. It is a no fuss style all in all. Use a fine tooth comb to get the desired messy tousled look.

• THE BAD: Just be aware short shags do not usually suit round faces as they do not add needed length. Plus if you opt for shorter versions you may well have a problem when your hair grows out and your once sultry shag starts to lose its shape.

Salon Tip: Short shags cry out for lots of volume at the root level. That says you'll need to become adept at using root lifting pomade or gel to pull this off so the cut looks its best.

• THE UGLY: Braiding isn't much of an option. And in some rare cases you may have to use multiple styling products to tame your unruly tresses.

Still this sexily disheveled style may well work for women who don't want to spend a lot of time on their 'do. But who still seek a seductive look for their hair. Minimal drying time means you can often simply wash and go. Doesn't get much simpler than that!

With this bit of warning. "Don't Try This At Home!" here's a very brief set of

DIY Instructions For A Shag Haircut

According to an old magazine article I found this is supposedly an easy cut to do yourself. Don't know about that. But if you insist on trying here you go.

• Just flip your head upside down letting your hair fall over your head.
• Gather all your hair in into a pony tail.
• Cut off the tail using sharp scissors making a straight cut across about 4-5 inches from scalp.

As a result you now should have long graduated layers tumbling around your head. At least if you cut it right.

But I'd still advise against it. Sounds easy and all. But the cut can end up being too uneven. Or worse crooked. And then what? For sure I'd have my stylist's phone number handy. Just in case you had to make a Haircut Rescue 911 type call. Know what I mean?

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Instructions For a Shag Haircut Not Needed

Yet the Thoroughly Modern, Sexy and Stylish Shag Still Delivers

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