How to Cut A Shag Haircut

Mario Lopez Casual shag haircut
One of the hottest hairstyles today is a sort of sassy, mussed look that contains a lot of layers and texture. This texture is put in by the way the hair is cut in layers, with successive layers getting shorter as they approach the crown of the head. This hairstyle is known as a shag haircut. Here, we will take a look at how to cut a shag.

First, a shag can be cut with any length of hair; short, medium, or long. Different lengths work with different shapes of faces and features. A stylist can recommend the best length for one's features. Cutting the shag can be a time consuming process. The hair near the crown of the head is cut relatively short. The rest of the hair is cut in layers around the crown that increase in length as we move away from the crown.

Some of the shorter hair at the top may stand up, which is part what makes this style so sassy. Bangs can be left in or cut out, depending on the desires of the individual. With longer shag haircuts, bangs can be feathered back with a pair of scissors to make them easier to keep out of the face.

Many stylists will cut the hair to almost the length that is desired in each layer. Then, they will razor cut the ends. This method adds texture and lift to the hair cut and makes it look thicker than it really is.

There are some who say that a person can cut their own hair in a shag. The instructions are pretty simple and straight forward, but one would be well advised to have a trip to the stylist scheduled in and another hairstyle in mind should something go amiss.

To cut one's hair in a shag, he must have it grown out pretty long. Then, he must turn the head upside down so that all the hair hangs toward the floor. Pulling the hair together into a ponytail, right at the top of the head, cut the hair in a straight line across with a pair of scissors. Brush the hair back down as normal and there is the shag.

Peter Facinelli & Carlisle Cullen Hairstyles

Peter Facinelli hairstyle
As soon as he opened that hospital door early on in the hit movie Twilight, Peter Facinelli secured his place as one of the hottest men in the industry today. One might easily say that his character is just as popular, but the actor was able to take on the role, giving it a life of its own. His increasing fan base can even be seen by the increasing number of people sporting Peter Facinelli hairstyles.


Carlisle Cullen hairstyle
Currently fans are wearing two hairstyles that can be attributed to Peter. The first is the look of his character, Carlisle Cullen, in the Twilight movie. This consists of medium-length hair that is pulled to the back with the sides kept short. The style works with Peter especially since the hair color is blonde.


Carlisle Cullen 'New Moon' hairstyle


Dr. Carlisle Cullen style

Next is the actor's natural hairstyle. He maintains a simple cut; the sides and back are trimmed short and then are unified to the higher layers. The higher layers, on the other hand, were cut in an uneven manner to make it easier to style using molding gum or wax.


Peter Facinelli hairstyle

Peter Facinelli haircut
Prior to joining Twilight, Peter can be seen movies such as Riding in Cars with Boys and Can't Hardly Wait. He also starred in TV shows such Fastlane, Damages, and Six Feet Under.

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Ricky Nelson Pompadour Hairstyles - Classic Male Celebrity Hairstyle

Ricky Nelson Pompadour hairstyle
Eric (Ricky) Nelson was born May 8, 1940 in Teaneck, NJ to famous parents, Ozzie and Harriett Nelson. He grew up to be a talented musician, singer, and actor. Ricky Nelson had 53 records that made it onto the Billboard Hot 100 chart and was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1987, two years after his death. He also starred some big time movies such as Rio Lobo with John Wayne and Dean Martin.


Ricky Nelson's Pompadour hair
During the 1950s and 60s, when he was considered to be a teen idol, Ricky Nelson wore his hair in a pompadour hairstyle. This hairstyle was quite popular among young men during that era. It was achieved by having the sides and back of the hair cut short while the top was left long. The front of the hair was then combed back and up to make it stand up and a lot of hair grease was applied to hold it in place.

The pompadour hairstyle had a resurgence among rock and roll band members in the 1980s. The look was a little bit different this time around due to advances in blow drying and hair styling technology. The pompadours of the 80s had a dryer appearance and were really stiffer than those worn by Ricky Nelson and his contemporaries.

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How to Remove Dreadlocks Without Shaving Your Head

Dreadlocks are, in one sense, a wicked mess of tangles in one's hair that are tied in knots. For many people, attempting to get all those knots out looks like an impossible endeavor. For these folks, shaving the head looks like the only option. Truth is, however, there is another way. Here, we are going to look at how to remove dreadlocks without shaving your head.

The first thing you should know is that natural dreads are actually going to be easier to remove than perms or braided ones. You will have to invest a small fortune in hair conditioner and vegetable based oil. You will need a metal comb (plastic just is not going to survive this). And, you will need a great deal of patience.

The first thing you will need to do is wash your hair with a high quality shampoo. After rinsing, put in a bottle or two of cheap conditioner and let set for at least 20 minutes. You may need to wear a cap during this time and the longer you let the conditioner work, the better. When ready to rinse out the conditioner, try to avoid agitating the hair. Some may come untangled at this point, which will make the rest easier.

Let the hair air dry, then rinse with a mixture consisting of 4 parts water and 1 part vinegar. This will smell funky, but it will neutralize the slightly basic ph left from the shampoo and make the hair smoother.

At this point, you find that your hair is dry and brittle. If this is the case, soak your hair in oil. Jojoba is one example of a good vegetable based oil for this purpose. Wear a cap and leave the oil in overnight if possible. Even more hair may come loose after the oil treatment.

Next you will need to rinse the oil out of the hair and start picking the locks with the comb. You should start down near the end of the hair and work toward the scalp. Take your time so that you do not end up breaking the hair. If you finish detangling this lock, or even if you do not completely finish, braid the loosened hair to keep it from joining into another lock.

You should try to work from front to back and do each side evenly. You are going to need several days to get completely rid of your dreadlocks and your hair will look strange at times. However, if have the patience and enough conditioner you can remove dreadlocks without shaving your head.

Ryan Phillippe Short Curly Hairstyles

Ryan Phillippe hairstyle
Ryan Phillippe (first name Mathew) is an American actor born in New Castle, Delaware on September 10, 1974. His acting career began with him playing Billy Douglas on ABC television's soap, One Life to Live. The character was the first openly gay teenager on daytime television. Phillippe later starred in movies such as "I Know What You Did Last Summer" and "Cruel Intentions."


Ryan Phillippe curly hairstyle

Ryan Phillippe short hairstyle

Ryan Phillippe short curly hairstyle
Ryan has naturally curly hair, so he tends to keep it cut pretty short. This allows his curls to provide body to the hair without overpowering and going wild. The style he wears right now is cut close on the sides and back with about 1 to 2 inches left on top. A small amount of pomade on the fingers and twist a few locks up to stand out from the head is the way this look is produced.


Ryan curly hairstyle
In the past, Ryan has also kept the back and sides cut short, but he slicked them down to with gel and only allowed the curls on top to show. There have also been a few times when he allowed his hair to just grow wild. Therefore, it was not long before his hair was cut and styled again.

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How to Grow A Beard

Chuck Norris beard short hairstyle
One thing that men have always been able to do that most women can not is grow facial hair. This can be in the form of a mustache, a goatee, long sideburns, or even a full beard. Choosing the best style of facial hair growth for any person is an individual choice. Here, we will take a look at how to grow a beard.

The beard is characterized by hair growing on the cheeks and chin. It can be grown with or without a mustache (hair growing on the upper lip). If the mustache is present, it is considered a full beard. Growing a beard is an undertaking that will require some effort and maintenance if one wishes it to look good. Wild hair growth left unchecked simply makes a man look sloppy.

The first stage of growing a beard is simply going one week or more without shaving. At this point, one should be able to tell if growth of a full beard will be possible or if growth will be patchy. Patchy growth will limit the number of ways a beard can be styled. Full growth will be no problem.

Next, the neck and upper parts of the cheeks should be shaved clean. During this process, the beard will be shaped into the form it will be allowed to grow in. Surprisingly, this simple shaving and shaping process will complete change a man's appearance.

As time progresses, the beard will continue to grow and it will be necessary to trim it from time to time in order to maintain a well groomed appearance. This trimming can be done with scissors or with electric clippers equipped with a guard to ensure uniform length of cut. Areas of the neck and cheeks where hair growth is not wanted will have to continue to be shaved on a regular basis.

Jack White Medium Layered Hairstyles

Jack White medium layered hairstyle
Jack White is an American musician and record producer. He has appeared on occasion as himself in different movies. Born with the name, John Anthony Gillis on July 9, 1975, he is generally credited as Jack White III. He is best known for being the guitarist and lead singer of the White Stripes, a band he founded with his ex wife, Megan White. Recently, he became a co founder of another band, The Dead Weather. He has been ranked at number 17 on Rolling Stone magazine's list of the top 100 guitarists of all time.


Jack White medium hairstyle
Jack White's hairstyle is achieved through a medium length layered cut. Different layers are left at chin length while others are longer and shorter at different levels. This particular style projects the image of a rock star like few other hairstyles can do.


Jack White medium hairstyle
These medium length layers work to frame his face while giving a slightly mysterious appearance that is certain to catch the attention of every female within a mile. He projects confidence and the hubris associated with most rock stars with his hair style. Oddly, if he were to allow his hair to grow longer than it is now, it would detract from his appearance while cutting it shorter would take away from his rocker image.

Why Does Hair Turn Grey?

One sign of getting older is the appearance of lighter colored strands or grey hairs in our hair. Long associated with wisdom and aging, grey hair has come to be the accepted outcome of a life of experiences. However, there are some whose hair starts to grey as early as their teens. Others take many more years to start going grey than average. So, why does hair turn grey?

Our hair is made of cells similar to our fingernails. The reason our hair has color instead of being transparent like the fingernails is the presence of the substance melanin. This substance is responsible for the pigmentation of almost every living thing. It controls the color of our skin, hair, and more.

Scientists have determined that grey hairs are not, in fact, grey. Instead, they are transparent like the fingernails. This means that there is a pronounced lack of melanin in these hair strands. They appear as grey when viewed against the backdrop of our normal hair color.

There is no single answer as to why the hair follicles stop producing melanin in sufficient quantities to keep our hair from going grey. Age, stress, and genetics have all been linked to the onset of graying hair. Another recent discovery made in Britain indicates that failure in the hair follicles to produce sufficient quantities of the enzyme, catalase. This enzyme works to break down hydrogen peroxide which is produced as a by product of cellular metabolism.

As any hairdresser can attest, a buildup of hydrogen peroxide on the hair can and will strip the melanin out of each strand and leave them bleached and colorless. Reduced amounts of catalase allowing for more hydrogen peroxide and reduction in production of melanin occurring together could account for the vast majority of peoples hair turning grey each year.

Travis Barker Fanned Mohawk Hairstyles

Travis Barker fanned Mohawk hairstyle
Travis Barker is the current drummer for the pop punk group Blink-182. He is also the founder of punk clothing company Famous Stars and Straps and Lasalle Records. When not playing drums for his punk band, Barker also has interests in hip hop, alternative rock, pop, and country music. He has played drums for such artists as Avril Lavigne, Rihanna, and Kid Rock.

Barker is well known for performing shirtless on stage. His torso and arms are covered with a myriad of tattoos. His other trademark is his fanned Mohawk hair style.


Travis Barker fanned Mohawk


Barker Mohawk hairstyle
Unlike a regular Mohawk, which is having the sides of the head shaved while leaving a stripe of hair down the center of the head on top and in back, a fanned Mohawk allows the hair that is left to grow longer so that it can be gelled or moussed and made to stand up away from the head.

The reason for the name, fanned Mohawk, is that when viewed from the side, this hairstyle resembles an open oriental fan. Variations on the hairstyle include pulling the hair into spikes that stand out from the head and the general fan shape that is achieved by simply pulling the hair up and pressing it together from each side.