The undercut is a hair style that makes a statement.A longer layer will fall over the cut area if you shave or cut a lower section of your hair.In most cases, an undercut is done to the section of hair just above the neck, so the rest of the hair falls over it.When you pull your hair up, the cut section is only visible.If you are thinking about going for an undercut, you need a pair of hair clippers.For beginners, it's best to start with a small, subtle undercut and see how you like it before moving to a bolder cut.
Step 1: Take a look at your hair's texture.
It is important to consider your hair's texture before going for an undercut.An undercut removes some of the weight and body from your hair so it's an ideal option for thick, coarse hair that can get too puffy.If you have fine or thin hair, you may want to reconsider.It can make your hair look thinner.An undercut is a good style for big, curly hair because it can take out some of the bulk.
Step 2: Decide how deep you want it to be.
Depending on how short you cut the hair, an undercut can be subtle or deep.Take the length of your hair into account.The shorter your hair is, the easier it is to go with the undercut.For a more subtle look, you may want to keep the undercut a little longer.Keep it at 13 to 16mm if you want to get into an undercut.If you want a bolder undercut, go for 6- to 10-mm.It is best to go for a longer cut when trying an undercut for the first time.If you cut your hair too short, you will have to wait for it to grow out.
Step 3: Determine how large of an area you want to cut.
The size of your undercut affects how dramatic your look will be.Keep the area that you cut fairly small if you are getting your first undercut.If you want a bold look, you may want to use a larger area for the undercut.Most undercuts involve the nape area of the head.The border is served by the line of your natural part.If you pull your hair up, you can see this type of undercut.If you want to make the most dramatic undercut, you can either cut the two bottom sections or leave just the top section out.If you do drastic undercuts, your shorn hair will be visible most of the time.
Step 4: There is a mirror in front of the set up.
To know where you're cutting, you need to be able to see the back of your head.You can see it in the wall mirror if you hold a medium-sized hand mirror up to the back of your head.
Step 5: The top section of your hair is where you want to pull it up.
To get ready for the haircut, you want to pull all the hair that you aren't cutting out of the way.Run your thumbs behind your ears, twist your hair, and secure it with a clip so that only the area of hair that you plan to cut is left down.Make sure that there are no stray hairs from the upper parts of your hair.You may end up cutting them accidentally.
Step 6: You can make a straight part above the nape of your neck.
For the neatest looking undercut, you want to make sure that the part between it and the rest of your hair is straight.Use the end of a teasing comb to trace the natural part of your hair and then lift out any hair that is not in the upper sections.It is possible to use a straight part for the top of the undercut.You may prefer a zigzag pattern to add more flair to your cut.To cut the design into your hair, start with the straight part and use the clippers.
Step 7: Place a headband at the part to be a guide.
If you secured the top sections of your hair out of the way and ensured that your part is straight, you will want to have a guide when you begin cutting.The headband should be on the bottom edge of your hair.That will prevent you from cutting a section of hair that you shouldn't.If you have a headband that stays in place on the back of your head, it will work.
Step 8: The major length can be cut off.
If you have long hair in the back, it can be difficult to take all of the hair off with your clippers.To cut off the major length from the designated area, use a pair of hair-cutting shears.You should not wet your hair before you cut it.It is usually easier to do when it is dry.
Step 9: Attach the blade to your hair clippers.
You can control how long you clip your hair with the different blades on the clippers.If you are going for a super short undercut, you may want to start with a blade that keeps your hair longer and then switch to a closer blade to finish off the look so you don't take off more than you want.Your hair is cut by the grade 2 length blade.Your hair is cut with a grade 3 length blade.Your hair is cut with a grade 4 length blade.Your hair is cut with a grade 5 length blade.Your hair is cut with a grade 6 length blade.Your hair is cut with a grade 7 length blade.Your hair is cut with a grade 8 length blade.
Step 10: The hair needs to be trimmed with the clippers.
To remove a section of hair that you want to cut in an upward direction, you need to run your clippers over it, just below the headband.If necessary, cut the hair shorter by moving the clippers over the entire section.It is important to keep your hand braced on the headband so that you don't accidentally cut off more hair than you intended.
Step 11: The shorter blade will finish the cut.
You may find that your hair is not as short as you would like after you have removed the bulk of it.Go over the hair a second time and swap the blade on your clippers for the next smallest size.Don't worry if you end up cutting your hair too short.If you only removed the lowest section of hair, it will be subtle.