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Originally Posted by helpp91
Hey Toni, i'm back and it's based on the original hairstyle I wanted.
So I want his style properly, if you need more ideas of what his hair looks like then please refer to the images on google. Basically I want it to look something like this:
 (Doesn't need to stick up so much though, more like it is in the clip below please)
PIC IN THIS LINK TOO:http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/en/thumb/7/7e/Sean_Slater_EE.jpg/200px-Sean_Slater_EE.jpg
Yes it's 'messy' like last time, it sticks up naturally with a bit of gel? Texture cut? ALSO, the gels i've used for my last cut didnt hold it particulary well, what do you recommend that's affordable and that i can easily get my hands on from a shop in town? (Extra strong hold?) Thanks!
Another thing, the back of my hair is starting to look really thick and quite puffy again. I want to keep the length on the sides and the back but dont want the thickness. I take it that it is possible to reduce the thickness but keep the length?
At the back I would like it to 'flick out'. It needs to be probably 1.5-2in long for me, and it's basically a tiny ponytail flicked out. (Like some footballers have). Would I need to ask for anything specific or just tell them how I want it? |
Hey helpp91
Please forgive me for taking so long to respond. There's been so much activity lately in the forum, I've been trying to keep up.
Yes, you need at least 2" in the back for that effect you want. Sean has thick hair too, I can tell from pic. It is cut in layers all the way up back and sides and left a little bit longer on top for the spiking. Yes, texture cutting helps it to stand up. For you, since you don't want this so much, tell them to only cut into the layer (texturizing) a little bit! Although it's more textured than you think judging by even that second pic. I ALWAYS recommend taking the pics to the person who is cutting your hair. That way, there is no mis-communication! The layers do take away the thickness and YES, you can make it whatever length you want and get it layered to reduce that thickness.
As for a product that works well and is affordable. Although I know all to well that salon products are worth the cost, there are definitely some good ones available over-the-counter in most stores. You'll find stuff like fiber gum, texture gels, hair wax and all kinds of "styling" products. I personally love the John Frieda line as well as the Fructis products. Often it's a matter of personal preference where one has to experiment to see what works best with their hair type.
Just be careful not to use but just a little bit of product, preferably when hair is towel dried with all excess water gone. Then muss it up as it is drying (or preferably blow dry) to have it stand up for you when you go to style it dry.
As always, good luck!
