OK, what mistakes did you NOT think about before?

Omg ! As a retired hair stylist this is what I’m talking about these days , so many now go and train for hairdressing but don’t let their mind go beyond what they’ve been shown to do , now you are the true stylist in your thinking that’s where the gift and the craft comes into play . Seeing what suits the client , TELLINg them and making suggestions , then putting your own spin on it , so so hard to find a stylist that does that these days .👏👏👏👏👏

Ok, i wish someone as talented as you would get a motorhome Salon and travel over US to rescue many women’s hair! PLEASE!

OMG I fell asleep with this video in my earbuds and then it switched to your two-hour live … and you were incorporated into my dream. Everything you were saying in your live event you were saying directly to me in my dream … except I didn’t want a haircut! I was yelling at you to shut up and you wouldn’t stop! I LOvE your videos by the way, when I am awake! 🤭❤️🤣

Excellent advice. I knew I was doing “something” wrong and now I know what it is. I was adding to much bend at the bottom. The stylist didn’t do it…..but I over-styled and got a poofy bottom. Thanks for your help! No one wants a poofy bottom. Lol.

You are so good at this that I remained enthralled by & through your ad, placed in the middle of your video. It was seemless. It was not until you continued with reason # 4 that I'd realized I'd just watched product merchandising. You and your wife left me wanting to try them & I am not an easy sell. Kudo! I love your show!

I’ve worn an angled below chin length bob for most of the past 10-15 years. It’s a great easy, flattering style for me (I get frequent compliments) but the “secret sauce” to ease of blowout and maintenance was when I added an “undercut” to the back! That’s where my hair is super thick and wavy and seems to grow out faster than the rest. That undercut means less time in my blowout (with a large round brush) and I only need a few swipes of the flat iron on the sides and front. I’d love to see a part 2 Bob video that addresses the undercut.

I needed this video because I’m unhappy with how my stylist cuts my bob.

Oh Justin. I was waiting for the antidote to the turned under bob! I’d love to see examples. Interesting as usual 👍

I totally agree…except my hair is “curly” and has a natural bend at the bottom especially if I don’t flat iron (which I don’t like to do more than 2-3 times a week at most). And I have a habit of tucking the front behind my ears so guess what happens…. Any tips you can give us on this would be terrific! Thanks for another great video!

Great advice! In a future video, could you give some tips on varying a bob style, for example with headbands, barrettes, combs, or half up, half down? These are hard to get right without it looking too juvenile-is there a way to approach using them at 50-plus?

Can you please do a video on how to style a bob and not end up with too much bend at the bottom. A mistake my stylist used to tell me was that I was trying to make my hair too perfect.

Lovely video- but the final issue you addressed wasn't completed! How do you or what do you do to not get that bend- in the bottom? Could you give some examples or is there a video that addresses this? Ciao!

1-Yes, 2 - Yes, 3- Yes. 4- Oh my gawd, Yes! 5- YES! I can't even tell you how many times I had to tell clients that I "could" copy the photo they brought in. Then I would get as close as I could to showing them why I thought it was not the style for them. I would explain the difference in hair density, texture, growth patterns, all the things. I would even explain how the particular color technique enhanced the hair in the photo. I basically gave them a very thorough consultation. In the end, they would (most of the time) let me create a similar style, but more suited to them, and I would teach them how to actually style their hair. I drove my manager nuts by taking much longer for each appointment, BUT I also had so many more requests and much more client retention than the other stylists. I miss working in the salon sometimes.

I totally agree about the proper angle for your face along with layering in the right places. I had the problem of too much bend at the bottom when I was wearing a bob a few months ago. No matter how much product I used, the weight of my baby fine hair would flatten out...except for the ends, because of my natural curls. I realize now that I just need a lot more layering for my hair to look right for my style aesthetic. I have now gone into a short pixie/bob. My hair stylist is working with me to tweak it so I can have versatility, and it will fall the way a bit more uniformly. Both sides of my hair do not have the same curl patterns, one sweeps back and lays smoothly. The other side flips out and looks shaggy. No matter how much I manipulate it with styling tools and products, once I walk outside or generate any body heat my hair goes flat on top and starts curling. I just need to embrace it and rock what I've got going on. lol

Mistake #3 is one I’ve never heard, something to really think about… As always, great video and tips, Justin 💜

You are spot on. I have been playing with different bob styles, and after watching this I am going back to my tried and true bob cut that is exactly what you described here. I was doing the Italian bob and it’s alright, but not as flattering as it could be.

You are right, 45 was the age of death! I dried up, became crepey like and started sagging overnight. My hair became dull and skin felt so dry, incredibly itchy and sensitive. Granted, it was more like that entire year...but I noticed a huge difference.

Love your wife! I tried City Lips, too irritating for my sensitive skin. Glad it worked for her. Please do a bob that works with wavy hair texture. Hair used to be straight. It's changed, now it's wavy. I don't want to spend an hour doing hair. I ride horses and want it to be fun, but functional. It's also thick, thick.

You're extremely thorough and intelligent with teaching and explaining these Concepts great job

Great info about the length by the face! I think that same mistake holds true at all hair lengths and styles. I’d love to see a video with a detailed explanation of where the layers should be for various face shapes or to play up/ minimize different facial features.

Awesome video, I need some of that lip plump asap! I have followed your suggestions to the letter on my bob haircut and I can’t tell you how many compliments I get on my hairstyle on a daily basis 😘! Coincidentally I’m heading to my hairdresser this morning and I’m confident that she’s going to do a great job because I lightly suggest what I want and she takes me seriously. I respect her skills and it’s a fine line of communication between being bossy and being assertive.

I think I have had just about every iteration of bob there is. It's a great style but it does take a bit of time to make it work for me. I decided to just let my hair grow longer. Maybe not the best look for me but when it's a bad hair day I just pile it up 😂. Really enjoy your videos ❤

A couple of months ago I finally changed from the long hair messy topknot I’d been loving the last few years. Easy to do, easy at the Y in pool and aerobics…but watching your videos made me know I was ready for a change as I hit 73. I watched all of your bob videos and went to my long time stylist…who I didn’t see much of the last few years..lol… but I told her exact what I wanted and she did it. I was so happy with it….then a couple of weeks ago I was ready for a trim…I wanted the same style, just take an inch off. Gone was not only the inch…plus some…but the back was no longer tapered up and the front sides were no longer, longer than the back and shorter than I wanted. So it’s hair, I knew it was grow out so I didn’t freak out over it. But now as it’s starting to grow the back is more and more if a problem. So back I go, I’ll go back with specifics this time, won’t let her touch the sides…it’s all on me, why did I think she would even remember what she did six weeks earlier? Thanks so much for this video…you’re the best..and because you are, along with your gorgeous wife, I’m going to go check out those products you recommended while the specials are running!

I'm one of those people who could benefit from a little extra fullness at the jawline. You say there are better ways to create that illusion of fullness that look more current, youthful and fun. Was hoping you might go on to share some of those ways!

I have thin, fine hair and have worn shorter cuts most of my life even when younger. I also have learned that while I can wear many styles, I still look better with bangs. Not blunt cut straight across bangs but stylists don’t understand textured bangs a bit arched in the middle and longer on the sides. I had let a bad haircut grow out and actually argued with the stylist who thought I should keep the grown out bangs to get to the bob length. I insisted and after she was done, she did admit that the bangs not only looked better on me but made me look younger. Forehead wrinkles and between the brow lines are covered, something that I already knew. I hate having hair in my face and eyes and don’t like fussing with my hair. I can accept someone’s opinions and suggestions, but I am not going to blow dry, apply products or use curling irons, so anything involving that on a daily basis is not going to work.

I agree and for years I was making the mistake of too much curve in the bottom because of how I round brushed and my hair being so thin. I finally started flat ironing my hair even though I have pretty straight hair and it has allowed me to get more curve midshaft and less curve on the bottom.

#3! Thank you for explaining what that's all about. It has happened to me many times over the years of going back and forth between pixie and bob. That divot under the ears really makes or breaks the style and it has been difficult for me to find someone who doesn't do it no matter how many photos, how many descriptions of what I want: a bob not dog ears!

So what would be an alternative to #5? That would be more current/youthful. What would I ask for? TIA.

I have a long face. This makes so much sense on why I have gone back to a chin length bob over and over

Love love love your videos! Thank you for such useful tips.

Came here exactly for the last reason- why was I looking too Mumsy? Bend at the end! Questions answered! Thank you!!!!

Thank you for this video on bob hair styles. Keep ‘‘em coming! ❤

As someone who loves skincare, geeks out on facial structure and face shape… the concept of not visually dragging the eye down for my over50 skin ( w/ general fat loss and natural facial sagging) I get & appreciate this analysis!! It makes great intuitive sense when looking at angles & structure. ❤ City lips unfortunately breaks my lips out! :(

I totally agree about your thoughts on “too much bend at the bottom.” My hair does that naturally- I call it the old lady curl, and it’s not helped by the fact that I have a short neck so any type of grow out, wearing a hoodie, or a coat with a hood only emphasizes that trait in my hair. I straighten it at the ends to combat but humidity and the push from those factors just defeat my efforts. I find I have to go a bit longer or really stay on top of keeping things cropped.

Teaching how to cut a proper bob is much needed. 😩 please. I need a high end stylist like you. Sadly I live in small town Indiana

This came four days too late! Currently dealing with an overly layered bob. Trying to make the most of it, but I will definitely keep this one saved for my next cut. How about a video on styling tips if you've received a bob haircut that's been layered too much?

I really appreciate this video. I am currently planning on some kind of bob. Going into this hairstyle armed with this knowledge is great. Thanks again

Great tips Justin, I never got a Bob cut I totally loved!…😂😂😂😂

i enjoy City Beauty too - and your advice especially about all things bobs!

At the end of the day the number one mistake **stylists** can make is not paying attention to what a client wants.... "too much curve", "not enough angle", "it's not in current style".... Who cares? Do what the client wants unless they ask your opinion or solicit suggestions 🙄. I've ultimately seen every one of your "mistakes" look great on someone and make them feel comfortable & good about themselves....& thats what matters most!

Your wife is glowing and beautiful and lovely and gorgeous! And she has such a fun personality!

New here, I needed this information. People. Be nice not arrogant

A line bob with A line layers have been stagnant since 1998 when my children were born. Schools are only teaching that cut. Stylists today do not know how to cut any other style. I am sick and tired of it. I keep asking for something else. Also, am sick of the bassette hound or blood hound long front layers that fall in the face when you look down to read, write, or do anything. When is a new trend coming along?

In 1968, I achieved my long bob with Dippity Do and beer cans and long bobby pins. Beer cans were heavier then, not like today's, and we would cut the tops and bottoms out to make huge rollers.

I’m the woman who has the long thin face and have straight hair. So, now you need to follow up this video and tell me how to cut my blunt cut or switch it up.

Loved the video. Have a cut coming up and I will ask for some angle. Is there a way to blow dry the bob without the bend at the end? I really dont want to flat iron my very shiny healthy grey hair.

I totally agree. I have already done the ‘Bob’ style years ago. My husband says 👎 especially to those cuts on women with short at nape and longer in the front. To him it doesn’t matter who cuts it or their face shape he always comments on their hair to me… not in a good way. Ok, my stylist moved. So…can we schedule with you and catch you on your travels if you’re ever near Texas?❤😊

I agree with all your points - you get it with the details of cutting and styling the bob haircut!

I enjoy your videos. I would like to see more examples of hairstyles that work, not just what doesn't.

Wish you would give examples of the RIGHT way, as well as the WRONG way. Love your hair advice!!!

So how do we manage the bend at the bottom? As much as I want my hair straight they just want to bend in, I also tuck my hair behind the ear and voila', here is the bend. Should we all do Brazilian style keratin? I have tried it a few times years ago and although I am promised it last 2-3 months, really I only get about 1 decent month - I only wash my hair 1/ week. Please give us a solution that does not require frying the tips of the hair

Justin, have you ever had a client that was going to have brain surgery and needed a short haircut before the surgeon shaved the front crown for the procedure? If so, what kind of style would allow the shaved surgical area to grown in quick enough to make the haircut look reasonable in the shortest amount of time? I have a family member that needs to cut mid-back length hair before surgery and we have no idea what to do.

Hello Justin, why is there no one practising the Sassoon style of hair cutting and styling? Mos hairdressers do not even recognise the natural lie of the hair. This causes the cut looking so untidy when it is washed. The cut is not wash and wear. Most hairdresser hid their messy cut by chopping the ends in jagged manner.

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Curly hair bobs, please! I probably have a type 3A curl. It does get frizzy with humidity, but products do help. I've finally embraced my curls and would like a correctly cut curly bob. It is pretty much chin length now, but I'm trying to grow out my bangs. Lots of layers or not? I'm in my early 60s.

Hi! Would you do a video on how to let a short pixie grow without it looking weird? Like the different ways to cut it at different stages and different styling tips throughout the growing process? I would like to let mine grow but don’t know what to do so I always cut it short again…PLEASE lol

I've been cutting my hair blunt parallel to the floor like mistake #1. I thought this was the cut for me because of having fine hair. I've noticed its a bit plain and even my husband said, " i could use a more spicy cut ✂️." Thank you for confirming this. 😊

Great video. Never committed before, but I do miss your out door videos. Do you and your wife still travel?

This man talks sense - know its makes sense when I was looking in the mirror thinking something doesn't look right but couldn't put my finger on what.

Such great tips. Had no idea of any of it.

No 1 is exactly what I have been trying to explain to my stylist.

This is very helpful, Justin! You are a very good instructor. Thank you! I found City Beauty about three months ago. I love the cream for the “marionette lines.” Thank you for your tutorials.

Too bad one can't get haircuts via zoom! Wish I could just make an appointment with you!!!

Hi Jonathon, I loved your video today. It made so much sense and was really helpful. I currently have a pixie and want to grow it out. I appreciate your recommendations and will be sure to take them into account. The problem is finding the right stylist to do the cutting and shaping. Any salon selections in the Chicago area your might pass along? Thanks and I love you and your channel!

Thank you!! So in a rut with my bob!! Had it for years and I just go up and down with length and never wavy. So very safe and my comfort zone.

Great information! Thank you so much 👍

Happy with my cut , but cannot keep my style overnight....any suggestions.

So informative !! Thanks so much!!

Same thing I say about bangs. When women have their front bangs cut straight or downwards so that the line of the bangs crosses the line if the eyebrows. It shortens the face and looks crooked. I always say that bangs should follow the angle of the eyebrow and be parallel to them. That way outer edges of the bangs go a bit upward elongating the fave and lifting the overall face appearance

I need a Bob cut. Re growth after C and my layers dont work anymore. Making the chop. Keeping these tips in mind.

Your content is great! Thank you for all you do! Cindy

Thank for this video because I'm thinking of getting a bob, so this is very useful!!

I always feel so much smarter after watching your videos😄….it’s just so difficult to find a great stylist 😢….do you have connections to great stylists in Calgary Canada😄❤️

Had no idea about the folicles and bald spot aspect of a bob!

Padrisimo todo, pero debe enseñarnos a peinar por favor, nos urgeeeee🙌🙌😉

Justin!!!! Awesome video! Pleeeeze show us how NOT to get that old fashioned bend at bottom!!!!! I have wavy curly hair and I think I may be round brushing it incorrectly 🥴. Thanks!

I have great hair. It’s thick and wavy. It’s graying in just the right places. This is my problem -- I can’t get a consistently good haircut!! I’ll get a great one, then go back in 6 weeks and say I want the same, and come out with a different haircut. After going to one hairdresser for 30 years and she retired, I can’t seem to find one who can be consistent. Is it me? I feel like because my hair grows really fast, the hairdresser thinks I just need a trim when I need more. I’ve given each new hairdresser (I’m on my third) a full year to figure my hair out. What’s the best way to communicate with my hairdresser? My last haircut looks like a mullet when I asked for a layered bob.

Love what you recommend!! ❤️

Thank you! Enjoyed!

My first bob that was slightly elongated in the front…i cut off those “points” and ruined my bob! I went from chic to helmet in just a few snips😑

Great points. Thanks!

I’m a master stylist. I understand haircuts. All you complaining about bad haircuts need to pay more and go to someone with 30 years experience. This country is so ageist that you won’t dare go to an “older” stylist. Well you get what you pay for.

I have thick curly hair,don't style/blowdry my hair,so one length or longer at the front bob,doesn't look good on me,even if I wanted that haircut,which I don't. But I don't like it on other people,either. I wear it with just enough layering,more rounded,which suit's me very nice with my curls.

I'm sure I'm one of many to say this, but I so wish you could help me. I have a Bob now, but I want to get a short haircut, but I'm having such a hard time deciding what will look best on me😊

I hate the bend at the bottom, I always straighten the ends after drying

I have subscribed! But I see absolutely no videos on curly or wavy hair. My hair is very thick, course and extremely wavy. I have learned that fighting that wave is fruitless. I’d like to see some videos on my kind of hair, please.

Thanks! Now I need to figure out how to not get a curl at the bottom of my bob! Off topic, who is on your arm?? That is an amazing tat!!

What about a long AND full face? How can we improve the shape?

No matter what I’ve told my stylists, my Bob always curls under like that and I really hate it. I’ll straighten my very fine hair (with a slight wave) to stick straight but then within an hour it’s curled under like that old 90’s cut. I’ve informed my stylist that this happens and can she cut it so it doesn’t do this, but she doesn’t seem to be able to cut it so it won’t curl under. Any tips for how to ask? Is it just inevitable for my hair?

Cool tips 👍!!

Sigh. How I wish I could get a haircut from you. Have gone from long to one length bob but am struggling to style/get the right length/proper cut on ends. Oh well. Enjoy your channel. :)

Firstly, how do you find a good hair stylist? Secondly, regarding the set there is a really visible scratch which was driving me nuts because I have a brand new scratch free iPad and I keep trying to work out if the scratch is on me screen. Overall, loved the clip.

I have naturally wavy/curly hair and with my bob, the day after I wash and style it is always havoc! I lose volume and the silkiness overnight. How can I style it without having to rewash it?

I loove city beauty products.I use their lip products but will now check out the others..

Hi Justin. Awesome informative video. I have a quick question what’s the difference between a long long lob and a Bob? is it a different cut when the hair curves or sweeps under, below your collarbone and longer? Love and hugs💕

Hi, I'm 45 and have thick and voluminous hair. I wear a tilted bob that needs thinning/ layering but it's never consistent with my hairstylist. What are the key terms to ask for?

Too much bend at the bottom....but you never showed how it should look. Are you saying the hair should fall straight down hanging there? I have a basic bob with layering in the front? I'm not sure what it's called exactly...it's not hanging down straight. I tend to curl it under in the front and then brush back I'm not sure what else I can do. The back tends to flip up though I try to curl it under, but I think my previous cut was layered in the back and needs to grow out.

It might have been good to show photos of how a different way looks better. Like how to style the bottom instead of with the bend.

I really liked this video because I'm unsure if my bob style works with my fine obviously thin hair. What would you recommend for that? My hairdresser gives me a blunt cut at the bottom.