The Feather Butler Razor: A Different Kind of Cartridge Razor

When it comes to kid’s hair, sometimes it’s easy just to cut their hair at home if it’s a simple trim. But sometimes having a professional do the work is necessary and maybe a fun splurge or even a back-to-school look. Without being over the top, here are some cute inspirational cuts for kids that set the tone for a fun, fresh look for the kiddos.   Girls: @halcyonsalonshelby   What’s more classic than some curls. This cutie looks ready for her first day back to school with her hair color and beautiful curls on point. It’s not too short but not super long either. This is a great look for any little girl.     @impactbeauty_byshay   A simple bob is always in style. Sometimes a little girl just doesn’t want to fuss with long hair. With a one length pretty bob that’s curled at the end, this little girl is rockin’ it. It’s low maintenance, can be styled in various ways and shows off her youthful, feminine energy.     @topnotchbeautycorner   Adorable, trendy and cute. This little girl has got it going on in a stylish, fun way. The small details like the gold crown trinkets and gold coil around the braid make any little girl look and feel like a princess.     @definitionssalonspa   Say yes to the curtain bang. Simple curtain bangs that frame the face add some style and depth to long straight hair. Part the hair down the middle for curtain bangs or style them for a side swept bang with a side part to change it up. The curtain bang is versatile!     @hairby_angelina_ine This little girl is beyond her years with this asymmetrical bob that is to die for. And with straight one length bangs, her look is sassy and fun. It’s sure to catch a lot of adoring attention…from the parents.   @balayagemary A heavy chunky bang is always super cute on little girls. They can somehow pull it off much better than adults. Why is that? Combine it with some waves and you’ve got a feminine, sweet look. It’s easy to maintain and very versatile.     @holykale.hair   Is she growing up too fast? This little girl looks like she has an adult haircut. With a cute French bob, highlights and slight wave, she’s letting everyone know she’s the queen of trending hair. Maybe not easy to maintain, but it sure is cute!     Boys:   @nutty_nels   Doesn’t he look sweet? This gentleman’s…or should we say gentleboy’s haircut is clean, classic and tidy. It’s short on the sides with a little length on top and combed to the side. This little man is ready for school.     @salonsuccess   This little guy is just cool. While it’s temporary, a little hair art shows off his creative side. This kid has great hair so having his hair very short on the sides but longer on top makes his look more edgy and stylish. It’s a bit higher maintenance, but it’s fun!     @hairby.a.c.m Can we say mullet? It’s not for every little boy, but they sure look cute with one, much cuter than adult males. This kind of cut looks best when the hair is naturally a bit textured. He’s pulls it off well.   @xv.josh   How cute is this little boy? That smile is adorable and the precise and clean lines of his haircut are on point. The extra design at the top just set this hairstyle off. A bit high maintenance, but it’s mainly just the outlining that needs regular attention.   @hairbiz.withizz Scroll through all the images and you’ll see this haircut is more than it seems. At first it looks like a pompadour, but when you look at the back, it’s a whole other story. This look works well on a boy with a great head of hair. It’s edgy, relatively easy to maintain and stylish.   @a1errthing   This little boy looks so happy and he should be! This haircut fits him perfectly. It’s clean and stylish at the same time. He definitely looks school ready with his perfectly razored outlined hairline and simple hair design in the back.   @hairbyscheila   For a more tidy, classy look, try a side hard part. It’s easy for any barber to create with a razor and it gives an extra pop to any boy’s hairstyle. Comb the top of the hair to the opposite direction of the part and use a little product. He’s ready to go!

Hairstyles have always been a significant aspect of human culture, reflecting the trends, values, and social norms of different eras. Let’s explore the history and evolution of hairstyles over the decades: 1920s: The Roaring Twenties introduced a major shift in women’s hairstyles. The iconic bob haircut became popular, characterized by short, straight hair that was often worn with a side parting. This style symbolized women’s liberation and a break from traditional gender roles. 1930s: The 1930s saw a transition from the boyish bob to more feminine and glamorous looks. Soft waves and curls were fashionable, and women often used hot rollers or pin curls to achieve the desired effect. The Hollywood influence played a significant role in popularizing these glamorous hairstyles. The most popular look was the Hollywood wave which has continued to be a popular look in the 2020s. 1940s: The World War II era influenced hairstyles as practicality and functionality became essential. Victory rolls were popular among women, involving rolling and pinning sections of hair to create a prominent wave at the front. Shorter, cropped hairstyles were also prevalent due to the practicality of working women. The victory roll is a popular hairstyles for pinup girls of today. 1950s: The 1950s embraced femininity and elegance. Women’s hairstyles often featured voluminous curls, poodle cuts, and the iconic bouffant. The advent of hair spray helped maintain these elaborate styles. Men’s hair was often slicked back or styled into a pompadour. 1960s: The 1960s brought about a revolution in hairstyles, influenced by the counterculture movements and the rise of British pop culture. Women started to experiment with shorter haircuts like the pixie cut and the mod bob. The beehive hairstyle, popularized by icons like Audrey Hepburn, was also a notable trend. 1970s: The 1970s showcased diverse hairstyles influenced by the hippie movement and disco culture. Women embraced long, flowing hair, often with center parts. The Afro hairstyle gained popularity among African-Americans as a symbol of pride and identity. Men’s hairstyles became more relaxed, with longer hair, shaggy cuts and facial hair. 1980s: The 1980s were characterized by bold and dramatic hairstyles. Big hair was in, with women teasing their hair to achieve volume and using copious amounts of hairspray. Perms, mullets, and feathered hairstyles were all the rage. Men also sported voluminous hairstyles, including the famous “mullet” style. 1990s: The 1990s witnessed a more casual and grunge-inspired approach to hairstyles. The “Rachel” haircut, popularized by Jennifer Aniston’s character on the TV show “Friends,” became incredibly trendy. Short, pixie cuts also gained popularity among women. Men’s hairstyles ranged from long, unkempt looks to shorter, textured styles. 2000s: The turn of the millennium brought a mix of hairstyles. Straight, sleek hair became fashionable, often achieved through the use of straightening irons. Emo and scene subcultures popularized asymmetrical cuts, choppy layers, and bold colors. Men’s hairstyles varied from buzz cuts to spiky hair. 2010s: The 2010s embraced a diverse range of hairstyles. The ombre trend gained popularity, with hair transitioning from dark to light colors. Buns, braids, and top knots became go-to styles for women. Men’s hairstyles incorporated undercuts, fades, and more intricate beard grooming. 2020s: And finally, we reach the modern day hairstyles. The 2020s have seen a diverse range of popular hair trends. These trends reflect a blend of past styles with contemporary influences and individual expression. These types of cuts and looks have all been popularized so far. Natural Textures: There has been a growing emphasis on embracing natural hair textures and celebrating diversity. People with curly and wavy hair have been encouraged to let their natural textures shine, leading to the popularity of hairstyles like the curly afro, twist-outs, and braid-outs. Bob and Lob Haircuts: The bob and lob (long bob) haircuts have remained popular in the 2020s. These versatile styles can be customized to suit different face shapes and hair textures. The blunt bob, textured bob, and asymmetrical lob have been particularly trendy. Pixie Cuts: Short pixie cuts have made a comeback in the 2020s, offering a bold and chic look. This style allows for low-maintenance haircare routines and can be customized with different textures and lengths to suit individual preferences. Curtain Bangs: Curtain bangs, also known as Bardot bangs or ’70s bangs, have gained popularity. This style features long, face-framing bangs that are parted in the middle, creating a soft and romantic look. Curtain bangs can be paired with various hairstyles, from long waves to updos. Shag Haircuts: The shag haircut, inspired by the ’70s, has been a popular choice in the 2020s. This layered cut adds texture and movement to the hair, often with feathered or choppy ends and best achieved with a razor. The modern shag offers a versatile and effortlessly cool aesthetic. Balayage and Face-Framing Highlights: Balayage, a technique that creates soft, natural-looking highlights, has continued to be a sought-after trend in the 2020s. Face-framing highlights, where lighter tones are strategically placed around the face, have also gained popularity as they can brighten and accentuate facial features. Sustainable and Low-Maintenance Styles: With increasing environmental awareness and thanks to the pandemic, sustainable and low-maintenance hairstyles have become popular. Effortless, air-dried looks, minimalist haircuts, and styles that require minimal product usage have gained traction. This trend aligns with the desire for a more eco-friendly and time-efficient approach to haircare. Throughout the generations, hairstyles have changed dramatically. Every generation has been characterized by different looks and styles. As people continue to express their creativity with their hair, as new products are developed and as social and political climates change, these all influence how we decide to express ourselves through our personal styles. While some trends have lasted for decades, others have come and gone. Who knows what the rest of the 2020s or 2030s will bring. Whatever it is, we’re sure it’s going to be memorable.

Let’s cover different ways to cut bangs. The first thing to pay attention to is sectioning out the hair because the bangs will be sectioned according to each person’s head shape. So the first step is to lay the comb on top of the head where it starts to curve forward and down. That’s going to be the high point of the section. From there, take that to the center of the recession. The center of the recession is usually going to hit right at the corner of the eyebrow, right at the front of the temple. This has all the hair that has the ability and the tendency to fall on the eyes. So it’s important to get this hair under control. You can always add more hair to the section if you want to. You can go further back or go wider if you want to open the face up more. You can also take less by taking half of the hair if you don’t want a solid bang. So there are different possibilities for bang sectioning but this is the general tendency of all the hair that can fall in the face.   So now let’s cover three different types of bangs: Blunt and heavy bang Layered bang with or without movement Highly textured bang   The blunt and heavy bang is very solid and heavy. It’s cut straight across. To do this use a good quality scissor such as the Jatai Tokyo Scissors 5.5” by BMAC. These are great because they are a smaller scissor which is better when dealing with bangs because you have more control. It’s a natural tendency to take a section in the center, comb that into the hand, and then cut. If you do this, there are a couple things you have to focus on. The first thing is to notice how thick the section is. The second is how you use your fingers to hold the hair. If you just comb everything smooth with zero tension, lock your finger and then cut blunt, you already have a finger worth of elevation. If you do that, this is going to be a little softer than the maximum bluntness you can get. So if you want it blunt it’s better to use a comb to hold the hair and push the hair into the spine of the comb with the back end of the scissor. Then go through and cut it straight across with a lower elevation because it’s harder to clean this up on the skin. Why? Because you have eyebrows and eyelashes to deal with. You want to be mindful of that. Another thing you want to be mindful of is how much spring the hair has and if there are any kind of cowlicks at the front. That’s why no tension should be used at all. For the sides of the bangs, if you want an arc or a curve, start at the inside of the eye and angle the comb so that it’s curved down. Repeat this on the other side and try to match the first side. The blunt bang is pretty straightforward and easy.     The layered bang with or without movement is also a popular bang style. Usually someone with side swept bangs has an off center part. Find where the head starts to curve forward, go straight down to the center of the recession and pin that hair back. For bangs where you want a lot of movement but still have a solid shape, start off by taking a small section from the middle and pin it to the side. Then take another small section. This is going to be the shortest piece. The rest of the bangs will flow off of this piece. Take the piece and hold it off the peak curvature and find the length that you want to cut it at. Use very little tension. Otherwise, it will make the bang shorter than desired. Point cut the ends to the desired length. Now you have to decide what angle you want to create from the shortest piece to the longest piece. Mirror that angle in your parting. Hold it at the same angle as the parting, holding it in the opposite direction in which you want the bangs to flow. Using your guide, point cut the next section. Continue to take more sections using the previous guide. Once you’ve cut all the sections of the hair that will make up the bangs, let it go and see how it falls to the side. If it looks good, take the center piece that was the guide for the right side and do the same thing on the left side.   The third bang style is a highly textured shape. It’s less solid and more of a softened look. This allows it to be styled in many different ways. This type of bang could be made to go straight across or left or right. Whichever way the bangs flow it will flow in a more piecey softer way. To create this bang, take a center section right in the middle. Pull the section forward and use a thinning scissor such as the JATAI Tokyo Thinning Scissors by BMAC. With the straight blade on the bottom, go through it with thinning scissor. With the curvature of the head, go through and point cut across the section with the thinning scissor. By having the tooth side of the blade on top, it leaves the bangs nice and soft on the top. Take another section of the bangs to the right. Using a small piece of the guide, pull the guide and the new section to the left and point cut with the thinning scissors. Continue to do so until you have cut all the bangs on the right side of the head. To do the left side, take a small section from the middle and a small section of bangs that has not been cut yet. Hold the two sections to the right side and repeat as you did on the left. To finish it off, make sure the sides are matching. This look is not nearly as solid as the blunt bangs but it’s a beautiful fun look.   These are the three major ways of doing bangs. You can mix and match them as you want. You can also do this with a razor which will give a more jagged line. Whichever bang you decide to create, the tool will determine the texture. You are the master of the tool, so choose wisely! To watch this in video format taught by Russell Mayes, Director of Content for JATAI, click here.     Tips & Techniques, Hair Trends