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Textured Curly Haircut
Klaudia Piotrowicz1h 17minLong

Textured Curly Haircut

A textured curly haircut course for hairstylists. Learn how to create seamless, cascading layers and avoid the "helmet effect" by building a rounded shape on wet hair.

About the course

The textured curly haircut is a curly hair cutting technique that solves the "two-layer look" or "helmet effect" once and for all. The course shows how to build a harmonious, full-volume shape with a rounded back and cascading layering at the front, where individual layers interlock to create a cohesive, dynamic result that highlights the hair's natural curl pattern.

Klaudia Piotrowicz guides you through the entire wet-cutting process step by step: from dividing the head into zones, through building a rounded shape at the back with the head tilted forward, to precise graduation at the front. The key here is setting the first stationary guide at the height between the nose and the mouth, then working with intention to extend each following section by a finger's length, creating smooth transitions with no "stair-stepping" effect.

In this course, you'll see

  • How to avoid the "helmet effect" and create layers that blend smoothly into a cohesive shape
  • Cutting the back shape with the head tilted forward - how a simple change in position lets you achieve a rounded shape without moving around the chair
  • The cascading front layering technique, where each thin section is one finger's length longer than the previous one
  • The 70/30 rule for selecting the stationary guide, which keeps it perfectly visible throughout the entire haircut
  • Alternating back layering - redirecting sections toward the crown and then toward the front to create dynamic movement without a big length disproportion
  • Why it's crucial to re-wet the hair before styling instead of drying it right after the cut
  • The full diffuser styling process: applying a curl activator, a setting product, and the "pumping" technique to work product into wet hair for maximum definition

After this course, you'll stop fearing curly hair and start working with intention to build cohesive, rounded shapes that clients will love. You'll understand how to control layers so they create a smooth cascade instead of unwanted "shelves," allowing you to deliver repeatable, professional results for even the most demanding curly hair.

What you will learn

  1. 01How to avoid the "helmet effect" and create seamless layers on curly hair.
  2. 02How to create a rounded shape at the back by working with the model's head tilted forward.
  3. 03How to build cascading layers at the front, extending each section by a finger's length.
  4. 04How to apply the 70/30 rule so the stationary guide is always visible.
  5. 05How to alternate back layering, redirecting sections for greater dynamic movement.
  6. 06How to style curls after the cut to enhance their natural curl pattern.

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  1. Textured Curly Haircut - The Problem to Solve - the "Helmet Effect"0:04

    01The Problem to Solve - the "Helmet Effect"

    She ended up with a two-layer look - what's called a "helmet."

  2. Textured Curly Haircut - Controlling Section Tension on Curly Hair5:18

    02Controlling Section Tension on Curly Hair

    Since this is curly hair, I won't pull the section I'm cutting too tightly.

  3. Textured Curly Haircut - Setting the Stationary Guide at the Front19:54

    03Setting the Stationary Guide at the Front

    If we cut off too much, this fringe will spring up quite dramatically.

  4. Textured Curly Haircut - Carrying the Stationary Guide Over to the Other Side25:56

    04Carrying the Stationary Guide Over to the Other Side

    We don't set a new stationary guide - we carry it over from the other side.

  5. Textured Curly Haircut - Alternating Layering at the Back39:38

    05Alternating Layering at the Back

    We'll get more dynamic movement, but without a big disproportion in length.

  6. Textured Curly Haircut - Why Wash the Hair Before Styling45:27

    06Why Wash the Hair Before Styling

    I never style it right after cutting without washing it again first.

  7. Textured Curly Haircut - The Key Rule for Diffuser Drying55:59

    07The Key Rule for Diffuser Drying

    The most important thing when drying curly hair is simply not to rush.

  8. Textured Curly Haircut - Final Styling and Separating the Curls1:12:11

    08Final Styling and Separating the Curls

    I try to separate them a bit more so they don't look too clumped together.

FAQ

Is this haircut done on wet or dry hair?
The entire haircut is done on wet hair. The educator emphasizes how important it is to maintain the right level of moisture throughout the cutting process to achieve a precise result.
My problem when cutting curly hair is always the "helmet effect." Does this course solve that?
Yes, that's the main problem this technique solves. The course shows how to create layers that interlock smoothly, building a cohesive shape without the "two-layer look."
How does Klaudia Piotrowicz layer the front so it doesn't end up too short?
The key is setting the first stationary guide at the height between the nose and the mouth. Each following thin section is then extended, with intention, by a finger's length, which creates a smooth transition.
Will this technique work for building volume in curly hair?
Absolutely. The cascading front layering technique and the alternating graduation at the back are designed to create a harmonious shape full of volume and movement.
Is this course suitable for hairstylists just starting to work with curly hair?
The course walks you through the entire process step by step, explaining key principles in detail - such as working with the stationary guide and keeping clean sections - making it valuable at any skill level.
How long is the full video course?
The video course runs 76 minutes and shows the entire cutting and styling process in detail, step by step.

Details

Duration
1h 17min
Season
Season 2
Hair length
Long

Educator

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Klaudia Piotrowicz

Klaudia Piotrowicz

Educator · 2 courses

Founder of the OMH! Creative Team and graduate of Sassoon Academy in Los Angeles. She specializes in multi-dimensional blondes and precision cutting built on solid haircare foundations. In her educational work she focuses on systematic, repeatable techniques that hairdressers can put to work in the salon right away.

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