Middle Part
The result and the process
What you'll learn
What you'll learn
How to create square layers and a torn texture using a Chinese knife.
How to cut the sides with horizontal sections to add volume.
How to smoothly blend the top into the sides, directing the strands toward a single point.
How to create a subtle, low taper fade as a finishing touch to your hairstyle.
How to trim the hairline on the back of your neck using a trimmer and scissors.
How to use the pointing and slicing techniques to reduce hair volume.
The Middle Part is a classic men’s haircut with a modern twist, combining the symmetry of a center part with a dynamic, choppy texture. The course demonstrates how to use a Chinese razor to create a hairstyle with square layers that falls out to the sides while maintaining a strong, masculine shape. This technique is ideal for clients with longer hair who are looking for a versatile cut that can be styled in many ways—from sleek to controlled dishevelment.
Vlad Pozhoga guides you through the entire process, starting with the precise division of the head into sections. Step by step, he demonstrates how to create square layers at the nape and back of the head using a Chinese razor, blending each subsequent strand into the previous one. He then moves to the sides, where he uses horizontal sections to add volume while allowing the hair to fall naturally downward. The key element is a smooth transition from the top to the sides, creating a cohesive whole with a slight projection toward the fringe.
In this course, you'll learn:
- Using a Chinese knife to create square layers and a ragged texture at the nape of the neck
- Cutting the sides using horizontal sections – how to create volume that also falls downward
- The technique of joining the top to the sides by directing the strands to a single reference point near the ear
- A low taper fade as a subtle finish to the hairline above the ear and at the nape of the neck
- How to achieve a clean neckline – how to lift the baby hair with a comb and trim it with a trimmer without disrupting the line
- Reducing bulk and creating a lighter look using the pointing technique on the sides and top
- A complete wet styling process using a diffuser, matte pomade, and hairpins to set the desired shape
After completing this course, you’ll master the Middle Part haircut technique, which is both classic and extremely popular. You’ll gain the confidence to use a Chinese razor not only for texturizing but also for shaping the entire back of the head. You’ll learn how to control the volume and direction of the hair on the sides, allowing you to offer clients with longer hair a refined, versatile cut that looks great every day.
What's inside
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What's inside
Breaking down the head into key sections
"Where the head curves, I part the hair up to the highest point of the ear."
Warning when cutting with a Chinese knife
"Sometimes it's not a pleasant experience for the model to be cut with a Chinese knife, but you have to warn them about it."
Horizontal separators on the sides
"I'm going to cut it horizontally because I want my hair to fall straight down and add volume."
Estimating the length of a cut by eye
"Thanks to my experience, I can now estimate by eye how much I need to cut."
The purpose of a low taper fade
"I added a little volume on the side to frame the face."
Removing a mass from the neck with a scalpel
"I can use a Chinese razor to trim the hair in small sections to reduce the volume a bit."
Neckline cleaning technique
“We take a comb, comb through our hair, lift it up, and cut off whatever isn’t caught in the comb.”
Temperature control at the diffuser
"I always try to let the air hit my hand so I can feel it and not overdo the pressure."
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