Double Layered Textured Bob Cut with a Razor

by JATAI Academy, 24 Dec 2025

In this tutorial we look at a textured bob haircut that's stylish and modern. With lots of movement and separation this is a bob cut perfect for the new year! If you're looking for bob haircut ideas as a hairstylist, this one says 2026. Bob haircuts will always be in style and with a wide variety of bob hairstyles, textured hair gives the most modern look. Watch this video and follow along with the transcript below.

Textured Bob Haircut Tutorial:

Welcome back to Jatai Academy. I'm Russell Mayes, Director of Content. Today we're going to be doing an experiment in a double layered overt bob. Double layered means it's going to have more layering than you think a bob can have.

Overt because we're going to open everything up and show you exactly how to do it. Is it still going to look like a bob with that much layering? Yes, it will. Still going to be a bob.

Alright, so let's get started. Let's start with some sectioning here. We're going to take a side section to the quarter part, then down to the nape. And then we're going to section out right behind the ear.

Establishing the Length

I'm using my Feather Styling Razor. This is the limited edition wood-look. I'm also using the Standard Blade. Starting on the side, I'm going to take a little section of hair right above the ear and use that to get the lengths balanced on both sides. This is also going to be my length for when I go through and hold this straight up in the air and layer it.

So, I see that piece falling out. That's the length that I'm going to use as my guide to cut that length right through there. By cutting my length guide first and using that as my layering guide, it prevents me from cutting my layering too short.

You'll also see me using that length that I cut initially as the visual for me to pinch cut all this length here and start to build my one length shape.

So by pinching a little section of hair that wants to separate together, that's going to allow me to build up a bob-like shape without going through and cutting everything perfectly blunt.

So, by leaving it a little haphazard and some sections a little longer and some a little shorter, I can get a lot of movement through it without it being really hard or blunt.

And the more movement that I have, the more visually interesting that the shape can be and the more ways that I can style it and the broader range of hair textures that I can put this shape on.

After we've done one side, we've got it like we want, we'll go through and match that to the other side until both sides match. Now, I'll start in the center of the nape.

Collapsing the Shape

I'm going to pull this center part of the section straight up in the air and cut that about an inch longer than my parting right there at the occipital bone.

Now, granted this is very, very short right here in the nape, but because I'm pulling it up, it's going to leave me length on the bottom. But it's also going to collapse the shape. So, it's going to keep the shape from being too thick and too bulky and not having that same movement that I'm going to have on the sides.

So, I can match the fluidity and the movement from the back into the sides. Now, I'll just match this on both sides. Pull everything straight up using the center section as my initial guide and blending it towards each side.

There we go. A good look at it right there. Going from center out. Just keeping the same broad razor stroke that I was using throughout. Once I got that done, check it out.

Blending Around the Ears

Now, we're going to go through and blend the section right behind the ear. We're going to hold that straight up in the air just like I did the other sections underneath, but this time I'm using the length that I used on the sides, not the length I used in the back. I'm going to match this on both sides.

So, I'm leaving a little bit more length and a little bit more density right behind the ear because that section of the head doesn't have as much hair. So, it gives me a good way to blend.

And by having that a little bit weightier and a little bit heavier, (that kind of looks like a cool mullet right there by the way) but by having that section behind the ear a little weightier and heavier, it also makes my bob a little stronger. If I was to layer that as much as I had layered the back, my bob shape is not going to be as strong.

Addressing the Back

Now, we're going to hold everything straight down. I'm going to cut my one length that I choose in the back. I'll take a little bit of weight out right through there and then just lay the blade flat across the section and cut my one length right in the back.

Now, I'm not worried about this being the same length all the way around for a one length bob. I want to bevel this a little bit towards the sides. So, I'm going to leave it a little longer in the back and then round my corner out as I start working from the back into the sides. I want that kind of bevel.

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Short Front, Long Back

I have been fascinated with a lot of the Asian bobs that we're seeing and they're all beveled around the front. A little shorter in the back and a little, I'm sorry, a little shorter in the front and longer in the back. And I find that very visually interesting when it's coming to these bob shapes.

Now, we're going to take a little section right in the front, right there in the center of the front section of the head. I'm going to comb that down.

And this is going to be the guide for my shortest layer. It's not going to be the bangs. It's going to be the guide for the shortest layer. I'll take a center section, hold that straight up and using that short little piece that I just cut as my guide, I'm going to start cutting from shorter to longer.

So, I'm trying to keep this idea and this feeling of shorter around the face, a little longer in the back, but I don't want it to be completely bi-level. I want it to blend through.

So, by holding this straight up and cutting my layering from short to long in the back, I can remove more weight around the front, but still have a good solid bob shape. But it introduces movement where it flows around the front a little bit more.

Because it's shorter in the front, longer in the back, hair flows to its longest piece. I'll take a parallel section, hold that straight up into the center of the head, following my initial guide, and then razor that through just as I did in my previous section. I'm taking a pretty large section here. And then also with the hair underneath as my guide, that's a pretty thick section.

So, if you can't work in sections as big as I am, it's easy to take much smaller sections. Again, pulling everything to the center of the head using my guide lengths from underneath. And anything that hangs over that I get to cut off.

Keeping the same razor stroke that I was underneath, now I'll take everything on this side of the head. The underneath is going to fall out, but anything on the rest of the head, I'm going to pull up into the center and cut those lengths off. Make sure you keep a good firm grip on the hair and it makes it easier to cut.

Now, after I finish the left side, I will go through and do the exact same thing on the right side. After I finish both sides and it's looking the way I want, I'll take a center section again and start blending that through the back. I'll take my center section in the back. I'll hold that straight up.

You'll see my guide length from the front right through there. And then I'll continue cutting that length all the way back. But I'm not increasing my length as I go back like I did in the front. I'm cutting everything just horizontal straight across.

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So after we cut that all the way down till we run out of hair, I'll take a parallel section just like I did in the front. Hold that up into the center again. And using my guide from underneath, anything that hangs over, I will cut off.

As I'm working these layers through into the nape, I'm not increasing the length. I'm keeping it the same. Or I could layer it down and bevel the shape a little bit more depending upon the thickness of the hair.

And I'll just keep working this section over until I run out of hair on the right side. Then I'll go through and do the exact same thing on the left side. There we go. Looking good.

And you can see that long little corner right through there, right behind the ear because the hairline behind the ear doesn't have any hair. So I need to add a little bit more weight to make sure I can keep my bob shape.

Beveling

Now I'm going to start right in the center just like I was doing underneath on the sides. I'll take a little section. I'll pinch it into my fingers and then cut that until I can bevel it. So, I'll start cutting on one side, then maybe on the other side.

And I want to keep piecing that out and just little pinches of hair so I can start fitting my bob shape in. This is where the bob starts to really pop.

But by going through and doing this, it gives me a lot of movement and a lot of variation and a lot of softness, but it doesn't build up an overly strong structured shape.

And I just keep working that all the way around until I get the shape looking like I want on my perimeter. So in this shape, I've gone through and layered it first and then cut my perimeter shape into it. 99% of the time I will go through, cut my perimeter shape and then layer it.

If I go through and I'm trying to get a lot of texture and a lot of lightness and a lot of airiness in it, by cutting the perimeter first, I've already made it too solid and it's very, very difficult to get that solidity out of it once I put it in.

The Bangs

Now, we're going to go through and take our little section right around the front and make sure that that blends into where my shortest layer was.

So, I'll start in the center and just bevel that a little longer towards the corners on the sides. So, it's shorter in the middle, a little longer towards the left and a little longer towards the right.

Now, after I've got everything fit in, I'm going to go through and put a little undercut bang right here in the front. I think a little undercut will give it a little bit more airiness and poppiness around the front without being overly solid or overly styled.

So, we're going to start in the center doing the same thing. Just pinching into a little section. Cutting it visually as I see it needs to be cut. Doing the same thing on both sides. Shorter in the center, a little longer as it goes towards each side.

Now, this shape offers a lot of variation depending upon hair types like the thickness or the thinness of the hair. You could even do this on curly hair, but I might use a scissor to point cut it as opposed to a razor depending on the texture of the hair.

Textured Bob with Bangs Final Look

After I get all that done, I'm going to go through and blow it dry. And you can really see the texture popping here. And I like it. Here's our end result.

And I think that we have a really strong bob shape to it even though we have double layered it. We've layered it underneath so much that it barely has any shape at all. But we still have a strong perimeter shape.

We've layered the top maximum layer that you can get into it with a razor, but yet we still have a strong solid bob shape. And I think the benefit of going through and razoring the layering first and controlling how much layering we're taking out and then going back in and putting in our perimeter shape, it really helps us control exactly how strong of a perimeter shape that we put into it.

Add this textured bob cut with layers to your repertoire. Experiment with it a little bit. Get your doll head and play around and I think it will open up a whole new world of possibilities for your layering and your razoring. If you're looking for bob ideas or specifically textured bobs, this one is a good one to pin.

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14 Back to School Haircut Inspiration Ideas for Kids

by JATAI, 23 Aug 2023

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 @luiselbarber 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! @machitong 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!

The Evolution of Hairstyles Throughout the Decades

by JATAI, 16 Aug 2023

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.

Bobs, Bobs and More Bobs: The Trend of 2023

by JATAI, 24 May 2023

It seems 2023 is starting off with some fun looks. After a couple years of shagadelic haircuts and mullety styles, the trending looks are taking a more classic approach these days. While shags and mullets may have had their run, the bob is turning out to take centerfold. The great thing about a bob is that it's so versatile. There are many ways to cut and style a bob to match a personality or persona. Bobs can be long or short, blunt or textured, curled or straight with or without bangs. The creative possibilities are endless! Let's look at 10 popular bob styles that get the most love. The Graduated Bob The graduated bob is a type of bob with stacked layers in the back with longer strands in the front. The back of the hair tends to be more curved instead of a hard angle. It is it a difficult haircut to achieve but it looks great when done right. It's a very common and popular short haircut. It can be achieved by using scissors or a razor. A-Line Bob Alternatively, the A-Line haircut refers to the perimeter of the haircut. It is the same as a graduated bob in that the hair is shorter in the back and longer in the front. However, it does not have the stacking of layers in the back. And the front is usually more pointed than a graduated bob. Asymmetrical Bob This type of bob's distinct characteristic is that one side in front is longer than the other. It can have layers or no layers and it can be stacked or not stacked in the back. There are different renditions of an asymmetrical bob, but it's usually a style for someone who wants a little edge to their bob style. French Bob The French bob is a classic bob hairstyle characterized by very short hair, either at the chin line or above. Sometimes it's paired with short bangs too. Think of the movie Amelie and you'll know what this looks like. It usually has lots of layers and texture for a choppy look. For the extra texture, a razor works well. Italian Bob Similar to a French Bob, the Italian bob is slightly longer, usually grazing the chin or below but above the shoulders. It's sophisticated and elegant and has a blunt straight edge. The Italian bob carries weight at the bottom with a lot of volume. It can be achieved by using scissors or a razor...or both at the same time. Lob Lob stands for 'long bob' so the hair generally skims the shoulders or goes slightly past it. This is a popular look in modern times as it gives a happy medium between having short and long hair. When curled it can look shorter and resemble a traditional bob, but when straightened it can look more like medium length hair. Straight Bob A classic, simple no frills bob is the straight bob. With no layers, no texture, no curls or stacking, this look is very basic. It can be cut with bangs if desired, but the general look is one of sleek sophistication. The look is completely symmetrical and lays flat against the head. It can look quite sultry and sexy if done right. Layered Bob This style is also known as a textured bob. Simply stated, this type of bob has more body and movement to give volume. While the straight bob has no layers or volume, the layered bob is all about the extra lift. The extra texture is often achieved by using a razor. Curly Bob With even more texture is the curly bob. The curly bob is full of bounce and volume. It could be layered but it doesn't have to be. This bob is fun and full of life and energy. The curls could be natural or intentionally made with a curling iron or curling tool. The curls can be tight and small or big and loose. There are so many ways a curly bob can look! Modern Bob The modern bob is so 2023. It's what has been trending for bobs in the last few years. And it's THIS bob. While it won't last forever, it is the 'it' style as of late. The modern bob is characterized as casual, cool, soft and feminine. It usually has a slight curl in there and a little volume. It's a simple yet stylish bob that's attractive and eye catching. It's no wonder the modern bob has become so popular. So that's it! 10 bob hairstyles for 2023. Although most of these bobs have been around for many many years, it just goes to show how classic the bob really is. It will never go out of style and there will always be new innovative ways to cut and style a bob. Here's to short hair in 2023. Hair Trends, Women

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Double Layered Textured Bob Cut with a Razor