In the early eighties of the last century, two similar in perception, but completely different in terms of the technique of haircuts, cascade and ladder appeared. In those years it was not possible to go online and see how each of them looks in pictures, so many girls confused them. Currently, you can find descriptions of each haircut on the Internet with many photos. It is worth sorting out the nuances in order to decide who will suit whom more.
Features haircuts cascade
A feature of the haircut cascade is at least that it will be created for a long time, about 2-2.5 hours, it will spread to the hair throughout the head. This is a complex haircut, which consists in horizontal processing of each layer of hair, from the crown to the ends. On the top of the head, the strands are made shorter than each subsequent layer, located lower and lower - to the longest. We can say that hair forms a kind of cap on the head - the longest curls will peek out from under the next layer of the cap. In addition, each layer will add volume to your hairstyle.
There are no restrictions on the length of the hair, but if you still have hair at least below the shoulders, there are more haircut options. You just need to choose the option that suits you. The first layer of the cascade can begin from the neck and gradually turn into the longest strands, this option can be called classic.
If you like experiments, then the first layer can be on the top and represent short curls resembling hedgehog spikes with subsequent elongated layers located lower and lower.
There are also different ways to treat the ends of the hair on each layer.For example, when a haircut is performed along the entire border of the cap of the same length, the transition between each layers will be more pronounced, distinct. This way will make the hair more bold, playful, and even if the locks stick out in different directions, this will give your image a special charm. Another way is to create torn ends, here the transition will not be so expressive, but the image of youth and a little careless.
It is worth noting that this haircut is best for thick hair, it makes them more obedient, structured. But if you have a more modest head of hair, then this option, on the contrary, will add volume to your hairstyle. Different styling methods, different methods of cutting - all this is selected depending on your desire.
The cascade is not limited to women's haircuts, representatives of the strong half of humanity can safely use it on themselves. It is suitable for any type of face and can be applied on hair of medium length.
This haircut will slightly smooth out the rough unshavenness and emphasize the expressed facial features. In this case, the image will be brutal and at the same time a little romantic.
Technique of execution of a short flight of stairs
The short flight of stairs is very similar in perception to the cascade, the transition of length in this case begins from short at the temples, and each subsequent layer will be longer and longer than the previous one. The difference is that this method involves smooth transitions along the length. Most often, a ladder is used on hair located near the face - only the hair contour is formed here, thereby the owner emphasizes her originality and zest. Also, a haircut can go all over the head, transitions will be more frequent and smooth.
If the layers will go along the entire length of the hair, then the haircut will gradually spread to the curls from the top to the very bottom, but not horizontally (like every layer in the cascade), but vertically along each selected strand. The transition from one layer to another will hardly be visible. A greater emphasis here will be in the oval face area. This will emphasize the presence of your custom haircut.
There are differences in both execution time and cost. The ladder can be cut in 20-30 minutes, even taking into account the styling. Keep in mind that this image means wearing it in any style - even having collected all the hair in a ponytail or in a more complex hairstyle, the presence of a border on the face will be its feature.
A ladder can also be done independently, for this it is necessary to collect the hair on the top of the head in the tail and cut the ends. If you want to get more accurate strands or so that the transitions are along the entire length of the hair, then it is better to seek help and advice from a hairdresser. The haircut can begin both from the end of the bangs (approximately from the temple), and from the level of the chin, thereby emphasizing the oval of the face.
The transitions from short to longer curls go in steps, complete the image of the haircut in a torn way or with the help of thinning scissors along the entire edging of the main length.
Which is better to choose?
Before deciding for yourself what effect you want to achieve from a haircut, it is also worth analyzing what type of hair and what length each method is suitable for. Since the volume will become the basis of the haircut, it can be applied to any type of hair - both curly and straight. There are also no restrictions on the length, the haircut can be applied on short, medium and long with the same success.
The cascade is suitable for straight hair, the volume in this case can be given using cosmetic products and styling products, as well as for wavy or even curly curls. Ladder is better to use for owners of straight and longer ones, otherwise smooth transitions simply will not be noticeable and the hairstyle will be incomprehensible.
It is worth noting that the method of cutting with a short flight of stairs makes any face more elongated, covers rounded cheekbones, smooths the cheeks, you can even say that the edging rejuvenates her mistress. The cascade is suitable for owners of an oval-shaped face by nature or for younger ones. Although the oval type of face is ideal for any haircut. For a face in the shape of a circle, a haircut with a ladder is more suitable, but at the same time, if you emphasize the crown on the back of the cascade, visually remove the rounded cheeks.
If you wear a bang, then the short flight of stairs can begin immediately from it, if not, then for long strands it is best to start a haircut from the beginning of the chin. With another method of cutting a bang, you can tell where the first short layer should begin to give the hair more volume and integrity.
Whatever appearance you have, the main point is that you like the hairstyle and emphasize your merits. Do not forget that the cascade is splendor, volume, playfulness. Short flight of stairs - smoothness, silkiness, severity. In any case, both of these methods require styling, care and due attention.
Beautiful examples
If you decide on one of these haircuts, then you should take care of how to properly style and care for her in everyday life. When choosing a more voluminous option, it is worth trying to master a hair dryer or curling iron, as well as any of the hair care products that suits you best or which is at your place.
When cascading, it is worth styling the hair so that it seems more voluminous; for this, use a hairdryer. Use mousse before laying. In one hand it’s worth taking a hair dryer, in the other - a rounded comb, with each direction of warm air, the comb should be directed at an angle of 90 degrees to the ends of the hair, so that the hairstyle is more voluminous. When the hair has dried, apply the twisting of the ends so that the hairstyle emphasizes the transitions of each layer of the cap from your curls.
You can also use styling with cascades in braids, the strands should also be bent closer to the tips to emphasize each layer. You can add volume by starting a rounding in styling even at the roots of the hair. If the edges of the hair are processed in a torn way, then it is better to apply straightening with hooks, treating them after styling with gel or varnish for better fixation.
This type of haircut can be observed among world famous celebrities such as Meg Ryan, Eva Longoria, Ashley Greene. Among the male stars with this haircut, Chris Hemsworth, Keith Urban, Keanu Reeves and even Brad Pitt were spotted in different years.
Owners of curly or wavy strands by nature just need to maintain this image and not let the tips sticking out ugly turn you into a sloppy person. Even negligence in this style should be controlled by you and, if necessary, recorded. The main thing is not to get involved in the use of cosmetics.
Choosing a ladder, you will have to focus on straight hair, you can use a hairdryer and comb when styling, or you can straighten strands with irons. The hairdryer must also be held in one hand, a comb, but not round - in the other. When directing warm air, the hair must be pulled out from the roots in the opposite direction using a comb. The same can be done with a hair straightener. If you naturally have straight and smooth hair, then styling will take a minimum of time.
In this case, you can play when laying with the tips of the edging. They can be twisted both to the face, and in the opposite direction from the face. With the latter method, all hair can be twisted in the same direction. The image will be festive or more attractive and unconventional.
Such an image will bring variety and can be used both in everyday life and on the way out. As an example of such a haircut, you can take the famous beauties of Hollywood, such as Jennifer Aniston, Heidi Klum, Sienna Miller and see how a ladder can effectively decorate the image.Among men, one can also observe the popularity of this haircut, most often you can watch it at presentations of the collections of famous Fashion Houses.
Whatever haircut you choose, its basis is the processing of the ends of the hair. Therefore, if you do not have well-groomed, damaged hair, the beginning of any image should be putting them in order. Keep track of their cleanliness, freshness and regularly visit the stylist.
A master class on haircuts using the ladder technique or cascade see below.
