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Circular Curly Cut
Michał Lewiński1h 2minMedium

Circular Curly Cut

A course on cutting thick, curly hair using the Circular Curly Cut technique. Learn how to control volume and create modern, three-dimensional shapes through circular cutting and disconnection.

About the course

Circular Curly Cut is a cutting technique dedicated to thick, tightly curled hair that's difficult to control. The course shows how, through circular cutting and intentional disconnection, you can transform excess weight into a three-dimensional, modern shape that highlights the natural curl while also opening up the client's face. It's a comprehensive process from wet work to the final dry deconstruction.

Michał Lewiński guides you through the entire cutting process step by step, starting with head sectioning and establishing the disconnection line. He shows how to work strands without redirection, mirroring the head's natural curvature so every strand ends up the same length - this is the key to building a clean, circular shape. You'll see how to transfer length from the back to the sides and top, working methodically through vertical and horizontal sections.

In this course you'll see

  • The circular cutting technique, where the key is mirroring the head's curvature without any redirection
  • Intentionally building disconnection at the back as a tool to add lightness to the style while preserving length
  • How to use the comb as a diagnostic tool to read the angle and direction for combing strands over the head's curves
  • Working in vertical (top) and horizontal (sides) sections to transfer length and maintain shape consistency
  • A styling method using clips and a diffuser to keep the top flat and bring out maximum curl in the lengths
  • The final deconstruction of the shape on dry hair - scissor work on the outer contour to open up the client's face

After watching this course, you'll stop treating thick, curly hair as a problem and start seeing its potential for building modern, three-dimensional shapes. You'll gain the craft to work with intention when controlling volume, bring out natural curl, and personalize the style on dry hair - giving your client a result that holds up day-to-day without complicated styling.

What you will learn

  1. 01How to cut in a circular shape, mirroring the head's curvature without redirection.
  2. 02How to intentionally apply disconnection to add lightness to the style at the back.
  3. 03How to use the comb as a tool for reading the head's shape.
  4. 04How to transfer length by working in vertical and horizontal sections.
  5. 05How to style curls using clips and a diffuser for volume control.
  6. 06How to deconstruct the shape on dry hair to finally open up the client's face.

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  1. Circular Curly Cut - Active comb work during separation1:39

    01Active comb work during separation

    I pressed the end of the comb firmly with my finger, and the comb guided me right to the marked point.

  2. Circular Curly Cut - Using the comb to mirror the head shape8:24

    02Using the comb to mirror the head shape

    If you hold the comb against the client's head, this angle mirrors the shape of the head for me.

  3. Circular Curly Cut - A critical point in circular cutting14:14

    03A critical point in circular cutting

    We're in a very critical spot here, so you need to rely especially on the comb's guidance.

  4. Circular Curly Cut - Head shape versus skull direction26:32

    04Head shape versus skull direction

    Pay attention to whether pulling out the strand reflects the shape more than the direction of the skull.

  5. Circular Curly Cut - Change in strand pulling direction32:20

    05Change in strand pulling direction

    The strand is now being pulled in a completely different direction than at the top of the strand.

  6. Circular Curly Cut - Styling with clips before drying41:13

    06Styling with clips before drying

    I'll use clips because I want the top to be flatter, with the curls released at the bottom.

  7. Circular Curly Cut - Deconstructing the circular shape on dry hair51:34

    07Deconstructing the circular shape on dry hair

    Now we can say that we're gently deconstructing our circle a little.

  8. Circular Curly Cut - The effect of disconnection at the back of the head1:00:03

    08The effect of disconnection at the back of the head

    The disconnection really pulls out the back nicely, without creating a rounded, feminine shape.

FAQ

What hair type is the Circular Curly Cut technique designed for?
It's designed for very thick, tightly curled hair with weight that's hard to manage. The goal is to give it a modern shape and lightness while opening up the face.
What's the key principle of circular cutting?
The key is mirroring the head's natural curvature. We work without any redirection, combing each strand out perpendicularly so that all the hair ends up the same length and creates a clean shape.
What role does disconnection play in this technique?
Disconnection is used at the back of the head to add lightness to the style and reduce weight at the top, while preserving length at the bottom. This prevents the shape from becoming too rounded.
Is the cutting done only on wet hair?
No. The main shape is built on wet hair, but the course also shows the finalization on dry hair, which includes work on the outer contour and deconstructing the shape to personalize the style.
Does the course show how to style the hair after this cut?
Yes, Michał Lewiński demonstrates a styling method using curl cream, clips to control volume at the roots, and a diffuser to bring out the natural curl.
How long is the entire video course?
The full video runs 62 minutes and shows the entire cutting and styling process step by step.

Details

Duration
1h 2min
Season
Season 2
Hair length
Medium

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Michał Lewiński, creator of the Łódź-based brand Męski, is a barber with six years of experience. In his educational work, he focuses on people starting their journey in men's hairdressing. He shares methods based on his own experience, correcting the mistakes he encountered himself at the start of his path. He approaches his career like a marathon, focusing on continuous development and becoming a better version of himself.

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