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Square Curly Cut
Anastasiia Verbitskaya1h 22minShort

Square Curly Cut

A course on cutting curly hair using the Square Curly Cut technique. Learn to build a balanced shape in square layers to solve the problem of flat crown and heavy bottom weight.

Result and process

  • Square Curly Cut - photo 1
  • Square Curly Cut - photo 2
  • Square Curly Cut - photo 3

About the course

Square Curly Cut is a cutting technique dedicated to curly hair that solves the problem of a flat crown and heavy bottom weight without destroying the natural curl pattern. The course shows how, through precise sectioning and work in square layers, to build a balanced, geometric shape that lets curls "fall into place" on their own.

Anastasiia Verbitskaya guides you through the entire process, from analyzing head shape and hair structure, through strategic sectioning, to the final cut and styling. Step by step, she explains how to work in square layers at 90- and 180-degree projections, when and how to apply strand redirection to maintain a clean straight line on a rounding head, and how to work with intention when distributing hair weight for perfect balance.

In this course you'll see

  • Strategic sectioning of the head (nape, crown, top, fringe) as the foundation for controlling weight and shape
  • Working in square layers at 90- and 180-degree projections - how to build flat planes on a round head
  • The principle of redirecting strands "one back from the previous" to maintain the square form in the rounding areas of the head
  • The "on-tempo" cutting technique - why it's the only right way to bring out maximum curl definition without damaging the curl structure
  • Working with intention using disconnection between the crown and nape as a tool for building volume and balancing proportions
  • Final styling with a diffuser on the lowest airflow setting, allowing curls to define their own shape

After this course, you'll stop fighting curly hair and start intentionally building geometric, balanced shapes on it. You'll learn to control weight and direction so well that the haircut looks great without complicated styling, and your curly-haired clients will finally get a cut that highlights - rather than destroys - the natural character of their hair.

What you will learn

  1. 01How to strategically section the head to control weight and shape.
  2. 02How to work in square layers at 90- and 180-degree projections.
  3. 03When and how to apply strand redirection to maintain the square form.
  4. 04Why "on-tempo" cutting is key to maximizing curl definition.
  5. 05How to work with intention using disconnection to build volume and balance in a haircut.
  6. 06How to refine the final contour of the haircut on dry, curly hair.

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What's inside

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  1. Square Curly Cut - Sectioning strategy at the crown3:18

    01Sectioning strategy at the crown

    This top is separated in a way that lets us balance out this effect.

  2. Square Curly Cut - When to start redirecting a strand9:33

    02When to start redirecting a strand

    From strand number 3, I can fit half a finger in here, so the head is starting to round off.

  3. Square Curly Cut - Carrying length over to the sides21:38

    03Carrying length over to the sides

    If we redirect the hair from the corner, the side sections will come out longer.

  4. Square Curly Cut - Watch out for losing curl definition35:57

    04Watch out for losing curl definition

    It's very possible that at this point the hair could lose its curl pattern, so we don't want to do that.

  5. Square Curly Cut - Carrying length over from the crown48:11

    05Carrying length over from the crown

    The guide length will be the length I just cut in the crown section.

  6. Square Curly Cut - Matching the fringe to the hairline57:37

    06Matching the fringe to the hairline

    I'll leave these strands from the last separations a bit longer, so the weight doesn't slip away from me at some point.

  7. Square Curly Cut - The key rule for diffuser drying1:04:11

    07The key rule for diffuser drying

    I won't touch them at all - we need to wait until the hair curls up on its own.

  8. Square Curly Cut - The disconnection effect in the final haircut1:19:55

    08The disconnection effect in the final haircut

    Even the disconnection we left gave us a flattening effect in these areas.

FAQ

Will this technique work for clients with a flat nape and heavy bottom weight?
Yes, that's the main goal of this technique. The course shows how, through proper sectioning and square layers, to lift the hair at the nape and balance out the weight, eliminating the problem of a flat crown and heavy bottom.
Does this technique use point cutting or razor work for texturizing?
No. The educator emphasizes that curly hair doesn't respond well to texturizing or slicing. The technique is based on precise "on-tempo" cutting, which brings out maximum natural curl definition without damaging its structure.
What is the principle behind strand redirection in this cut?
In the course you'll learn to redirect strands "one back from the previous" in the rounding areas of the head. This allows you to maintain a clean, straight line and build a geometric, square shape on a round head.
Does the course show how to adapt the cut to the client's head shape?
Yes, Anastasiia Verbitskaya explains in detail how she analyzes head shape - for example, flat sides or a pronounced jawbone - and, based on that, creates an individual sectioning plan to achieve the best possible result.
What styling products are recommended in the course?
Before diffuser drying, the educator applies a grooming spray. She explains that she wants to avoid heavy products, such as pastes or creams, to keep the hair from being weighed down and to get as much natural volume as possible.
How long is the full video content?
The course runs for 81 minutes. During this time you'll see the entire process step by step - from analysis and sectioning, through cutting on wet hair, to drying and refining the contour on dry hair.

Details

Duration
1h 22min
Season
Season 2
Hair length
Short

Educator

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A barber and educator from Ukraine, based at Barberian Ink in Koszalin and the NordCut Academy. As lead trainer of the „From Zero to Barber” program, she helps beginners master fundamental techniques. In her teaching, she emphasizes working with intention and structured section work, believing that your own style is built through continuous growth and drawing inspiration from others.

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