Long, Natural Layers

• No matter what type of texture your hair is, long layers naturally blend together to create a put-together appearance. While long layers create body in hair that might otherwise be weighed down or extra poofy, they still allow the hair to appear long and flowing.
  
  With long layers, you can part the hair on one side or down the middle, add soft waves to the entire head, scrunch the hair into an allover curl, or straighten for a sleek look. This cut is ideal for everyday situations, such as wearing down at work, wearing up during recreation and styling for a glamorous night out. For more information on natural long layers, visit fullerheadofhair.com.
  
  

Short, Noticeable Layers

• For more noticeable, eye-catching layers that stand out, cut the layers shorter and allow them to frame your face. Though the longest layer of your hair might stretch fully down your back, the shortest layer could be above your chin.
  
  Razoring and slicing layers gives the hair more definition. You can flip layers out or under, create soft curls, or display a sweeping side bang. For a punk flare, cut layers extra chunky to make them more obvious. When wearing the hair up, you may need bobby pins or clips to keep sections in place.
  
  For examples of celebrities that show off noticeable layers, visit prohaircut.com/long_haircut.htm.
  
  

Facial Shapes

• The shape of your face should determine the length of layers you decide on. Oval faces should stick with long layers, because short layers make the face look longer. On the contrary, round faces should stick with shorter layers that will add length to the face. Heart-shaped faces should display soft, even layers. Square faces should choose wispy, medium-length layers.
  
  For more examples of facial shapes and the cuts that they can show off, visit hair.lovetoknow.com/Long_Layered_Hair_Styles.