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Square with Separation
Jakub Ciężadlik1h 45minLong

Square with Separation

Learn a men's square haircut on longer hair using a diagonal separation technique. Achieve a balanced shape faster and without double-cutting the hair.

Result and process

  • Square with Separation - photo 1
  • Square with Separation - photo 2
  • Square with Separation - photo 3

About the course

The square haircut with the separation technique is a classic men's shape for longer hair, built on an unconventional sectioning system. Instead of the standard approach of working across the entire back plane, this course shows you how to map out four squares on the head and work along their diagonals (bisectors). The result: the same balanced shape, but achieved faster and without double-cutting hair in the transition zone between the back and sides.

Jakub Ciężadlik guides you through the entire process step by step-from mapping the head and dividing it into four equal squares, through establishing the central diagonal separation (bisector), to transferring the memory panel from the back to the sides. The technique relies on precisely redirecting each panel to the previous one (2 to 1, 3 to 2), which allows you to maintain a perfectly flat plane and build clean, technical corners in the haircut.

In this course, you'll see

  • Head mapping and dividing it into four squares as the foundation of the entire shape
  • How to establish the bisector-the central diagonal separation that becomes the main working line at the back of the head
  • The "two to one" and "three to two" panel redirection technique for building a perfectly flat, square wall
  • Transferring the memory panel from the crown to the sides to seamlessly connect the entire haircut without losing shape
  • Why spending more time on precise separations shortens the final cutting time and eliminates mistakes
  • Systematic check-cross on small panels-why checking the entire plane at once doesn't make sense
  • Full styling with a diffuser and curl stimulator to bring out natural wave and give the haircut volume and movement

After this course, you'll start seeing the head as a geometric shape, and working with separations will become a tool you use with intention to optimize your cutting time. You'll be able to offer clients with longer, even wavy hair, a balanced haircut that's easy to style day-to-day, built on a clean, technical foundation.

What you will learn

  1. 01How to map the head by dividing the back section into four squares.
  2. 02How to establish the bisector (diagonal) as the main working line.
  3. 03How to redirect panels using the "two to one" technique for a flat plane.
  4. 04How to transfer the memory panel from the crown to the sides.
  5. 05Why working on diagonals shortens cutting time and is more efficient.
  6. 06How this shape works on wavy and curly hair.

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  1. Square with Separation - A different approach to working with separations0:01

    01A different approach to working with separations

    I wanted to work a bit differently with separations, to show you a slightly different method.

  2. Square with Separation - The concept of the head as a square box11:33

    02The concept of the head as a square box

    We can imagine that the head is like a box-let's say, a square box.

  3. Square with Separation - The two-to-one redirection direction24:25

    03The two-to-one redirection direction

    I'll be working in a square shape, where the redirection direction is the memory section, two to one.

  4. Square with Separation - How to properly do the check cross35:59

    04How to properly do the check cross

    It's also good to do the check cross in segments, because otherwise the check cross won't give you anything.

  5. Square with Separation - Section correction-take a step back45:13

    05Section correction-take a step back

    Sometimes it's better to take half a step back, so you don't run into problems with the shape later.

  6. Square with Separation - Advantage of the technique-avoiding double-cutting50:41

    06Advantage of the technique-avoiding double-cutting

    I'm not going to touch this hair, because I don't need to trim it. It's already cut.

  7. Square with Separation - Verification-forming the corner of the square1:02:19

    07Verification-forming the corner of the square

    If I comb this hair out, a corner should appear right at this angle.

  8. Square with Separation - Adapting the square to the client's needs1:29:42

    08Adapting the square to the client's needs

    You can really work with this square in different ways. This is just the basic starting form.

FAQ

How does this technique differ from a classic square haircut?
The main difference lies in the separation system. Instead of working across the entire back plane, we divide it into four squares and work along their diagonals. This way, we avoid double-cutting hair in the transition zone, which speeds up the entire process.
Is this course for beginners or experienced barbers?
This course is universal. The square shape is a safe foundation for those starting out working with longer men's hair. At the same time, the diagonal separation technique presented here is an innovative approach that experienced stylists looking for more efficient working methods will appreciate too.
Will this technique work on curly or wavy hair?
Yes, the educator emphasizes that this shape works very well on wavy and curly hair. The overall weight of the haircut and the layered work distribute nicely on this hair type, creating a natural, balanced shape.
Will the client be able to tie their hair into a ponytail after this haircut?
Yes, the course mentions a modification of the technique for clients who want to tie their hair back. It involves changing the cutting direction around the temples to leave longer panels there.
Does the course also cover styling the finished haircut?
Yes, the final part of the course is dedicated to styling. Jakub Ciężadlik shows how to use a diffuser to bring out the natural wave in the hair and achieve a loose, voluminous effect.
What tools are needed to do this haircut?
The course doesn't require any specialized tools. You'll need basic accessories: scissors, a comb, separation clips, and a hairdryer with a diffuser for the final styling.
How long is the full video course?
The total video runtime is 105 minutes.

Details

Duration
1h 45min
Season
Season 1
Hair length
Long

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Jakub Ciężadlik, owner of Barber Lot, is a men's hairdresser with over 10 years of experience. He specializes in modern coloring techniques, particularly on short men's hair, and in creating unique patterns. As the creator of the proprietary POLOT program, his teaching focuses on a methodical approach and workflow optimization, showing how to achieve better results in less time.

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