For several decades now the hairstyle of the “ladder” has been holding the leading position among all women's haircuts. And this is not surprising - it is universal and makes it possible to choose a truly suitable option for the type of face. In addition, a wide variety of styling allows you to change the image daily, making it either stylish and bold, then gentle and feminine.

Who would like such a haircut

In fact, the discussed hairstyle looks great on almost any type of face, the main thing in this matter is to choose the right haircut:

  1. Most often, this option is offered to chubby girls. The haircut will visually stretch the oval, and the temporal locks will help hide the chubby cheeks.
  2. For persons with a square type of face, this hairstyle will help smooth its corners. Beautiful flowing curls will soften the sharp features, and make them invisible.
  3. Women with a triangular oval need to be given extra volume in the cheekbones area, and an elongated shape will ideally hide the bangs, which will visually reduce the forehead.
  4. If the face is very narrow, then you can correct the situation with the help of voluminous locks.

 

As for the structure, for the owners of thin and sparse hair, the “ladder” will visually add the necessary density and volume, especially if the styling is done correctly. If the hair is hard, then you can pay attention to the ragged haircut, it will give the pile the effect of negligence, which is now very popular.

Classic hairstyle

"Ladder" is considered a universal hairstyle, it is perfect for long-haired beauties and women with medium or short curls.

 

This option does not have any age restrictions, so a haircut can be seen both on young women and on mature ladies.

On short hair

 

A short "ladder" needs a long styling, which will have to be done every morning, and some care. Otherwise, the pile will not look well-groomed. Such a haircut requires attention from the owner, but with proper treatment, the hairstyle will become elegant and give the image a gloss and chic.

 

This model is worth paying attention to persons with thin hair, it will give them the desired density and volume. And if the pile is properly laid, then it will help to hide the existing shortcomings and, conversely, focus all attention on the merits.

For the creation of hairstyles, you should turn to an experienced stylist, as the technique of performing for a short length is radically different from a long or medium "ladder".

Cutting the strands necessarily begins with the back of the head, moreover, at first they cut the control curl, and already the remaining short strands are formed on it. It is layering that is the hallmark of this option.

 

There are several types of short "ladder":

  1. With cascading effect. The master adds torn strands that provide beautiful step transitions. This model will make the image fresh and dynamic.
  2. With a hat. This option involves the creation of additional volume on the crown of the head, the entire remaining length is milled and sheared with a ladder.
  3. With offset. This model is the most popular of all presented. Haircut must have a side part and asymmetric bangs. Curls are cut in a chaotic manner, but despite this, the locks look beautiful against each other's background.

 

When choosing a particular model, you should pay attention to the structure of the hair, as well as their density. The stylist will help determine the perfect hair style.

Medium length

A “short flight of stairs” for medium-length hair always looks fashionable, fresh and creative. Owners of a high forehead are perfect haircut "ladder" with bangs. Ideally, make it uneven, for example, oblique or with torn strands. This will add femininity to the look.

 

This length also makes it possible to choose any kind of haircut. You can make a square or stop on a cascading ladder - it all depends on the wishes of the owner of the curls.

The image can be beaten with coloring or fashionable coloring, since this hairstyle looks different in every shade of hair.

For long hair

 

Hairstyle "ladder" for long hair can be performed in three variations, it is worth considering each of them:

  1. The classic version involves the creation of elongated locks in the face. The hock must be milled so that the curls become smooth. The occipital part can have straight sections or be shaped in a semicircle. As for parting, the girl can choose a straight, oblique or make it lateral.
  2. Cascade. This female hairstyle is very popular, as it is able to adjust the shape and proportions of the face. Due to the multilayer structure, the head becomes voluminous, airy and the image as a whole looks beautiful and well-groomed.
  3. Four of a kind. Another interesting option. When creating, the graduation technique is used, which makes the image stylish and colorful. Laying is done so that the strands are laid to the face. Mandatory presence of a direct or side parting.

With this length, a woman can afford absolutely any styling. If you don’t have enough time for this lesson, you can collect the mop in the tail or braid the braid.

Stylish looks with and without bangs

 

This hairstyle goes well with bangs, but can be created without it, so you should warn the master about the style in advance. You can view the photo and choose a really suitable model that would emphasize all the advantages.

 

If you plan to cut the bangs, then you need to choose a voluminous version of the haircut, otherwise the hair will look sleek, which will ruin the whole image. Proper styling will help to avoid such troubles. You can carry it out with a hairdryer and a round brush.

 

If you decide to abandon the bangs, then it is worth taking a closer look at the options that are cut in the graduation technique, this will help make the image bold, while remaining feminine and elegant.

Creative ideas for the most daring

 

Lovers of creativity and contrast can pick up extraordinary options for a ladder, for example:

  1. Trendy short haircut with a long asymmetric bang. This hairstyle looks very stylish.
  2. The asymmetric version is similar to the square, but this option assumes that the upper locks will be slightly shorter than the lower ones. The hairstyle looks more impressive if the transitions are performed smoothly.
  3. Torn hairstyle. This option will appeal to the younger generation, due to its versatility and unpretentiousness. The tips can have any length that the girl herself chooses.

To give the appearance a unique and individuality, you can paint the locks in different colors.

Styling methods

 

In fact, there should not be any problems with laying the "ladder". There are a large number of ways with which you can simply, but at the same time, beautifully stack the mop.

 

As an everyday hairstyle, the following option is suitable:

  1. Wash the hair and let it dry slightly.
  2. Treat curls with foam or other styling agent.
  3. Dry with a hairdryer, add a basal volume with a round brush.
  4. Airflow should be directed strictly in the direction of growth.
  5. In the end, a stunning result should be fixed with varnish.

 

An incredibly original image can be obtained if you pull out the tips with an iron or, on the contrary, twist them slightly. If there is a bang, then it will be possible to give it a textured look due to the additional volume. So you can change due to styling, giving the appearance of rigor or playfulness.

 

If you need to lay your curls festively, then you can use the following solution:

  1. Divide the mop into several locks, each of which is twisted into a tight tourniquet.
  2. Treat curls with an iron.
  3. Dissolve and fluff them by hand.

 

Such a hairstyle will look very gentle and romantic. It remains to sprinkle everything with varnish, so that the styling retains a presentable appearance for as long as possible.

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