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Paul Mitchell
May 10, 2025
Why Does Your Hair Always Do This? | How to Cut a Light, Flattering Face Frame
Learn How to Create the Perfect Soft Face Frame Haircut In this tutorial, I show you how to create a face frame that falls softly around the jawline without looking heavy or blunt. You’ll learn how to choose your starting length, elevate for softness, and point cut to build shape and movement. I walk through each section—starting at the jawline and working back behind the ear—explaining how overdirection and elevation help build seamless, blended layers that don’t fall flat or bulky. Perfect for creating lightweight face-framing layers your clients will love. 👉 Subscribe for more in-depth haircutting tutorials every week!
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December 19, 2024
2025 Hair Trends: The Cuts, The Comebacks, and What’s Next
Join Matt Beck, Christina Cavalcanti, Brian Haire, and Karlie Warehime for raw, unfiltered conversations from behind the chair. Each week on Splitting Hairs, the team dives into the latest hair trends, industry challenges, and the realities of salon life—with plenty of laughs along the way. In this episode, the crew tackles the viral jellyfish haircut trend. From botched TikTok attempts to creative pro versions, they break down how to approach the look with intention, make it wearable, and understand why it’s trending. Plus, the team talks client communication, end-of-year chaos, stylist burnout, and the real-life rhythm of running a salon. Whether you’re a seasoned stylist or just love salon culture, tune in live every Tuesday between 10–11 a.m. EST or catch the replay on YouTube and podcast platforms.
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April 14, 2021
How To Balayage a One Length Haircut with Brian Haire
Balayaging one-length hair can be a challenge—but with the right approach, it becomes a canvas for seamless, lived-in color. In this step-by-step tutorial, Brian Haire shares his expert techniques for creating soft, dimensional balayage on blunt or solid shapes. You’ll learn how to: Approach one-length cuts with strategic balayage placement Create depth and brightness without disrupting the strong perimeter Control saturation and blend for a seamless, natural grow-out Customize sectioning and elevation based on density and hairline Finish with toning and styling to enhance movement and light reflection Perfect for clients who want softness and dimension without layers—this is how to elevate solid shapes with effortless color, straight from behind the chair with Brian Haire.
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- Hair Color
December 30, 2020
Billie Eilish Hair Color and Hair Cut Tutorial
Dive into the world of bold, edgy style with this full Billie Eilish hair color and haircut tutorial. From vibrant color application to that signature layered, shaggy cut, this step-by-step guide walks you through creating a look that’s modern, textured, and totally iconic. You’ll learn how to: Choose and apply vibrant color to achieve that unmistakable Billie Eilish vibe Balance brightness and depth for dimension and movement Section and cut layers to craft her signature shaggy, textured silhouette Use razor and shear techniques for soft edges and natural flow Finish with styling tips to enhance texture and attitude Whether you’re looking to recreate Billie’s statement look or customize it for your client, this tutorial covers all the essentials for a standout transformation.
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March 12, 2020
Here is a cool way to highlight bangs!
Want to make bangs pop with dimension and brightness? This tutorial breaks down a cool, creative way to highlight bangs—adding subtle contrast and face-framing light without overpowering the look. You’ll learn how to: Section bangs precisely for targeted highlight placement Choose lightener formulas perfect for delicate, short sections Apply highlights to enhance texture and movement Blend seamlessly into the rest of the hair for a natural finish Tone and style to keep the bangs fresh, vibrant, and dimensional Perfect for stylists looking to add a modern twist to bang highlighting—this technique delivers eye-catching results that brighten the face and elevate any cut.
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