Haircuts

How to Avoid Holes in Long Layered Haircuts

Holes in layered haircuts are a common frustration for stylists, often caused by mismanaged tension, uneven elevation, or inconsistent overdirection. Haircutting authority, Ulta Beauty Collective Member and ARC™ Scissors Artistic Team Member Justin Toves-Vincilione (@ahappyjustin) explains that the key to avoiding this issue lies in precision and control. “When you’re layering, you need to ensure Continued

June 15, 2026·1 min read

Model with long copper hair styled in soft, voluminous layers and face-framing movement.
Holes in layered haircuts are a common frustration for stylists, often caused by mismanaged tension, uneven elevation, or inconsistent overdirection. Haircutting authority, Ulta Beauty Collective Member and ARC™ Scissors Artistic Team Member Justin Toves-Vincilione (@ahappyjustin) explains that the key to avoiding this issue lies in precision and control. “When you’re layering, you need to ensure you’re pulling directly out from where the hair lives,” he says. Overdirecting too far to the left or right can create gaps in the haircut, leading to disconnected sections that fail to flow naturally.   The Role of Tension and Elevation in Long Layered Haircuts (more…)