Long haircuts are very stylish, but then can get boring after a while. Long hair can literally be a drag as it can often become brittle and dry and thus be prone to split ends and breakage. As well, longer length adds a lot of weight to your long tresses and can often make it feel dull and lifeless. So how does one remedy this situation without having to chop off their longer locks?
Layers for long haircuts are a great way to add life to longer hairstyles! Years ago, when one thought of layers, they would picture drastic layers that just stood out and made the hair look messy and unattractive. However, over the years, hairstyle techniques have improved and there is no end to different ways to cut and style layers to add life to long hair!
Are you one of those who have given up on growing out their hair simply because it doesn’t look as healthy when it’s longer? Or do you feel that the longer your hair is, the harder it is to style? Well, put those fears to rest. Long layered haircuts can work wonders for any type and texture of hair!
Advantages of Layers for Long Haircuts
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Same Length, New Look
A long, layered haircut is the perfect solution for those who are looking for a change, but don’t want to comprise the length of their hair. You can choose from a wide variety of long hairstyles and end up with an entirely new look that boost your self-esteem and make you look and feel years younger!
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Layers Add Volume to Thinner Tresses
If you have thin or fine hair, it can often feel dull and lifeless the longer it gets. Layers can add a ton of volume, movement and body to your fine hair, as well as texture.
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Layers Can Remove Weight from Thicker Locks
Those with thick hair can attest that the longer their hair grows, the heavier it feels and the harder it is to manage. Layers can remove a lot of that weight and add body and life back to your longer locks without taking away from the length.
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Layers Give Your More Styling Options
A lot of women think that layers make it harder to style your hair. And this may the case for some styles, but today’s longer layered haircuts leave a lot of room for styling options. You can still wear your hair up with long layers and there are dozens of half up/half down hairstyles that look amazing with layered hair. As well, long layers are great for those who like to experiment with hair colors, as certain color techniques look stunning on layered tresses.
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Layers Keep Your Hair Happy And Healthy
Layers can help keep your hair from becoming overly dry and brittle. Dry hair is more prone to breakage. Layers can keep your hair healthy and shiny.
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Layers Can Add Body to Wavy/Curly Hair
Girls with curls know only too well that the longer their curls get, the more they seem to lose their bounce. Layers can add new life and volume to curly and wavy hairstyles.
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Long Blending Layers Are Sleek and Smooth for a More Polished Look
If you want a more refined style, as your hairstylist for blended layers to get that sleek and sophisticated look.
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Shaggy. Choppy Layers Give Your Hair A Sexy, Bedhead Look
If you are going for a carefree tousled look, you can opt for choppy or shaggy layers to add volume to your longer locks. The bedhead look is very in right now for those who want a fun and flirty vibe.
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Layered Haircuts Can Flatter Any Face Shape
Layers for longer haircuts can flatter any face shape. Ask your stylist to cut the shortest layers to enhance the most prominent area of your face (is: cheekbones). Face framing layers are very soft and fine if you want a chic and romantic look.
And yes, you will have to get your haircut about every two months to maintain your long layered haircut, but we can promise you that is well worth it. You will feel like a new woman with one of these gorgeous layered long haircuts! Still, not convinced? Check out our favorite looks for long hair with subtle layers, and we bet you’ll change your mind!
5 Sexy Long Haircuts with Slight Layers For a Fun & Flirty New Look
1. Shiny Slicked Back Long Haircut
If you are looking for a way to style your long, straight hair, this slicked back style is very sexy and yet sophisticated. All you have to do to style it is blow dry it straight back. Subtle layers add volume to this polished style.
2. Long Wavy Locks with Subtle Highlights
If you have naturally wavy, tresses this cut with slight layers can add a ton of volume to your hair and bring your curls back to life. The pretty honey brown highlights are a nice contract for the darker shade and add a ton of texture.
3. Platinum Blonde Shaggy Waves
If you want to go bold and go blonde, this white blonde color is stunning. The shaggy uneven layers at the bottom add a ton of texture and the carefree tousled waves are fun and flirty if you want to give off a playful vibe.
4. Side Swept Rave Black Curls
Do you want a look that’s a bit a sensual and has a ton of mystery? These voluminous curls are super sexy and the slight layers add some bounce. These glam-chic curls are reminiscent of Hollywood and very trendy this season.
5. Buttery Blonde Balayage Tousled Tresses
Want to liven up your dirty blonde hair? Why not try this gorgeous blend of buttery blonde hues with darker roots? Balayage is all the rage right now and it looks enchanting on this long layered cut with choppy ends. This style is fun as it is pretty much just get up and go. You can rock that sexy behead look all day and night!
Feeling brave enough to try one of these sexy long haircuts with layers? We think so! Get ready to hit ‘em up with style and turn heads wherever you go!
