How to Do a Surfer Haircut

For decades, surfer haircuts have remained in style. Both males and females wear surfer haircuts, which are distinguished by their messy, tousled look. Surfer haircuts are especially popular in the summer, but they can be worn year round. Achieve the "disheveled from the beach" look to make a surfer haircut. Does this Spark an idea?

Dampen the hair by spraying with a water bottle. Avoid soaking the hair, as slightly wet hair is the easiest to cut with scissors. Part the hair in the middle and comb thoroughly to the tips.

Place the hair on the top of the head in a large clip, if the hair extends to or past the shoulders. Cut the bottom hair first, gradually releasing hair from the clip and working your way through the hair from the bottom to top layers.

Make choppy, somewhat haphazard cuts to the hair with scissors. Since surfer hair is messy and disheveled, hair need not be perfectly even. Add layers to the hair by cutting the hair on the top and sides of the head shorter than the hair at the bottom and nape of the neck. For long layers, allow several inches between layers. For shorter, more subtle, layers, allow 1/2 inch between layers.

Brush cut hair from the neck and face. Style by adding a dollop of mousse or gel to your hand and running this product through the hair with the fingers. Mess the hair with the mousse or gel and allow to dry to create a surfer style that will last all day.

Cutting the Hair on Yorkie Paw Pads

The Yorkie, or Yorkshire terrier, is a toy dog with a single coat in dark-steel blue or tan. The long, silky coat requires regular grooming to preserve the neat appearance of the Yorkie. Cutting the hair on your Yorkie's paw pads should be part of the grooming routine. The hair between the pads grows continually and requires removal to keep the dog comfortable and prevent accidents.

Reasons for Cutting the Hair on Yorkie Paw Pads

Cutting the hair on the paw pads is performed mainly for hygiene reasons. The hair facilitates the buildup of dirt, mud and debris during the warm months and during wintertime, street salt and ice can accumulate in this hair. The hair in this area is prone to matting, due to the constant contact with the ground, and the debris may get caught in the tangles of hair, making it uncomfortable for the dog to walk. In addition, the removal of hair improves the dog's traction, because the long hair can cause the dog to slip on surfaces such as ceramic tiles, wood or marble.

How to Cut Hair Between Pads

Before you start clipping the hair, inspect the feet of your dog and remove any debris using a pair of tweezers. If the hair is matted, wet it and comb it. Use clippers and a number 15 blade to remove the hair. The hair removal tickles the dog, so it will be likely to move its feet. Try holding still the foot you are working on and use clippers, which are less likely to injure the dog when compared to shears. Should you injure your dog and it bleeds, use styptic powder to stop the bleeding.

Feet Grooming

In addition to cutting the hair that grows between the paw pads, you should also cut the hair around the edges of the paws. Clip this hair when removing the interdigital hair. Clip the hair short and give a round shape to the foot. The grooming of the Yorkie's feet would not be complete without clipping or filing the toenails. Identify the quick, which is pink and avoid cutting too close.

Paw Pad Care

Inspect the dog's paw pads regularly and look for cuts and lumps. Consult your veterinarian if you find abnormalities with your dog's pads. If you find lumps, avoid cutting close to these when clipping the inter-digital hair. Yorkies have sensitive paw pads and they can dry or crack during cold season, so apply a moisturizing cream on the pads and massage it into the pads. Invest in dog boots for the winter.

Cutting the Hair of a Pomeranian Chihuahua

A Pomeranian Chihuahua cross, often called a Pomchi or Chiranian, is a happy and affectionate dog with a strong sense of loyalty to its family. Grooming a Pomeranian Chihuahua varies, depending whether the dog has a long or short coat. Maintaining a natural look for your Pomeranian Chihuahua by trimming the fur is a grooming ritual that should be done regularly to keep knots and snarls at bay.

Brush your dog, removing any tangles or knots gently. By brushing your dog prior to cutting the fur, you will ensure a smooth, natural look. If you have a Pomeranian Chihuahua with a long coat, be sure to brush the undercoat until smooth. This can be done by brushing the fur against its natural direction of growth, or brushing the fur toward the dog's head.

Trim excess fur with thinning shears. There may be excess fur around the collar, ears, eyes and tail of the dog. Thinning shears are also used to trim excess fur in warm summer months, and to maintain a smooth, groomed coat between brushings. Trim a small amount of fur, then step back and examine your work, or else you risk cutting too much fur from your dog.

Trim the area of the anus and feet with scissors. Trimming around the anus will allow the dog to stay neater and cleaner, and trimming the feet will keep the dog from tripping or getting excess dirt and debris on its legs.

Tips

- Brushing your Pomeranian Chihuahua two or three times per week will keep mats and tangles at bay.

- Point the end of the thinning shears and scissors away from your dog's skin to avoid accidentally poking the dog.

Warning

- Use caution when working with scissors around your dog.

How to Cut Hair to Look Thicker

Some people are not naturally blessed with thick hair, but there are creative ways to give hair the appearance of having more volume. In addition to styling techniques, the right haircut can make hair look fuller and healthier. A bob or bob variation haircut will give the look of a full, healthy head of hair and is easy to style and maintain. It is cut straight around the head, usually at the jaw line or just below the jaw. Keeping hair short and in one layer will add lift and volume naturally. Does this Spark an idea?

Determine the length of the bob haircut. For a fuller face, a longer bob is a more suitable choice. For a narrow face shape, a shorter, chin-length bob will look best.

Separate the hair into sections: right side, left side, right top of head, left top of head, left nape of neck and right nape of neck. Clip sections into place to hold.

Wet hair. Comb the top section of hair in front of the face and determine the length of the bob. You may choose to keep the front and sides of the bob longer, which is called an angled bob. Cut hair at the desired length.

Use a comb or ruler to determine the angle of the bob around the back of the head. Cut around the nape of the neck until you reach the front section that is already cut.

Unclip the hair one section at a time. Cut the remaining sections to match the hair already cut. Use the previous cut sections as guides, and cut from back to front, angling the front sections if desired.

Dry the hair. Use a flat iron to straighten and smooth if desired.

How to Cut Hair Into an Uneven Wispy Bob

Update your look this season with a sophisticated but playful wispy bob haircut. Like the classic bob haircut, this style is worn above the shoulders and typically involves very straight-cut ends. The wispy bob hairstyle is also worn above the shoulders, but the ends of the hair vary in length, creating both movement and texture. To cut this hairstyle yourself, you just need a few tools. Does this Spark an idea?

Spread the newspaper on the floor to catch the falling hairs. Place your chair on top of the newspaper and set up the mirror in front of you or the person whose hair you're cutting.

Spray hair with the water mister so it's damp. It's easiest to cut slightly wet hair.

Divide the hair into seven sections: the left side, top, right side, left crown, right crown, left nape of the neck and right nape of the neck. Leave about half an inch of hair down around the perimeter of your head. Use this hair to determine how long you would like your wispy bob to be. Comb the front of this hair straight down and cut it straight across with your scissors. Do not hold the hair taught, but rather let it hang between your fingers while you cut. Cut the rest of the hair the same length.

Continue to comb and cut the rest of your hair to match the length of your first section. To make sure the back sections match the front sections, comb them straight up into the air and hold them with your fingers. They should be the same height. Cut every section but the crown of the head.

Part the hair down the middle, when you reach the crown sections. Cut these sections as you cut the others, making sure they are the same length as the other sections. Once you've finished cutting, you've completed cutting your bob.

Start about 3 or 4 inches away from the ends of your hair, and drag your razor toward the ends. Cut inward slightly so the razor cuts diagonally from your starting point. This creates a subtle layering effect that produces the wispy look. Be careful not to cut yourself, of course. Repeat this razor motion around the entire head. If you're cutting your own hair, use two mirrors when you do the back so you can see what you're doing. Once you complete this around the perimeter of your head, you will have removed a good amount of the bulk.

Twist the bangs around one of your fingers and cut into them on a strong diagonal line. You should cut almost straight into each strand, but angle your scissors slightly so they cut very steep diagonal shapes. This process will thin your bangs to match your hair. Cut until you see a feathered effect in the bangs. Remember, the bangs should stay the same length as they were before, but with some slight variety in the texture.

Tips

- Always have two mirrors on hand so you can make sure to cut the back of your hair as easily as the front if you're cutting your own hair.

Warning

- Be very careful when working with scissors and razors, as you can easily cut yourself.

How to Cut Maltese Hair Near the Eyes

Like many small show breeds, Maltese dogs demand constant grooming. If you neglect your grooming duties with your Maltese, you may find its fur soon becomes a matted mess. Besides the matting and tangles that occur on the dog’s body, the hair of a Maltese will quickly grow over its eyes, blocking its view. Although dogs rely less on their eyes than humans, it is still a good idea to keep the hair near the eyes of your Maltese trimmed back between professional grooming appointments.

Secure your Maltese in place by putting it in a harness, then attaching the harness to a leash. You can sit on the leash while you groom your dog or tie off the leash to an object.

Mix water and a couple of drops of conditioner into a clean spray bottle. This solution will act as a simple detangler for your Maltese’s fur.

Spray the top of your dog’s head and work the solution down into the fur over its eyes. Avoid spraying your dog in the face.

Brush the fur out thoroughly to ensure there are no mats or snags.

Snip the excess hair away from the eyes with your trimming scissors. If your dog is restless, it may be a good idea to have a friend hold the dog’s head in place to prevent injury.

How to Give a Golden Doodle a Hair Cut

Lots of fine, wavy hair sometimes equals a thick tangled mess on a mature goldendoodle. This new breed of poodles crossed with a golden retriever and makes a terrific family pet. However, they do require a little more maintenance than your average dog. Keeping your goldendoodle's hair trimmed, especially around the eyes and anal area, is especially important for good pet hygiene. Pam Matthews, a breeder of goldendoodles, suggests to trim the hair on your adult goldendoodle once every four to six weeks, depending on the coat of your dog.

Find a good spot to give your dog a haircut. Keep in mind there will be a lot of hair to clean up afterward. Make clean up easier by performing the haircut in a non-carpeted area, such as a garage, basement, bathtub or outside if the weather is warm.

Use a slicker brush to give your goldendoodle an overall brushing. Brush with the grain of the hair and away from his skin, being careful not to scrape him, suggests Colleen Hill of awardwinninggrooming.com. Pay attention to particularly knotted areas, such as his behind and under the armpits. If there are too many knots, leave this area to be trimmed off instead of brushed through.

Pass a sturdy, wide-toothed comb through the freshly brushed hair to get out all the smaller knots.

Put a long, snap-on comb attachment on the clippers.

Acquaint your dog to the clippers. Turn the clippers on and show them to your dog. Let him sniff them out. This should alleviate any jumpiness from the dog as you begin to trim.

Starting on his back, begin to pass the clippers through your dog's hair. Always go in a downward motion with the grain of his hair. Leave at least 1.5 to 2 inches in length of hair on your goldendoodle, suggests Dee Geerish of goldendoodleworld.com, as his body needs this layer of hair as protection from both the heat and the cold. Use the clippers to trim the hair on his body only.

Switch to sharp scissors with a short blade to trim the hair around his eyes. Tidy up the hair around his mouth and trim off any small, matted areas that would be too difficult to brush out.

Tips

- Bathing your dog after a haircut will get rid of any loose trimmed hair. Be sure to thoroughly dry your goldendoodle after the bath.

Warning

- You may want to leash your dog during a bath to keep him in one spot, depending on the personality of your goldendoodle.

How to Cut Hair for Toddlers

The inability for many toddlers to sit still for long periods of time, as well as many children having fears associated with scissors, can make cutting your toddler's hair challenging. While going to a professional who is experienced in handling rambunctious toddlers may be tempting, it can also be an additional expense that you can't afford. With some practice and patience, you should be able to learn how to cut your toddler's hair while helping to alleviate their fears.

Gather all of the equipment you will need for cutting your toddler's hair ahead of time, and place it in a location that is easily reachable from where you will be working.

Drape a towel around your toddler's shoulders with the hair on top of the towel. Spray the hair with water to get it wet. Once the hair is wet, spray it with a detangler that is specifically made for children.

Comb your toddler's hair gently, parting the hair evenly along the center of the scalp to get an even haircut. Section off the hair with clips to keep hair you are not working with out of your way. Working in sections prevents the need to re-do steps as your toddler moves and messes up her hair.

Cut hair from front to back since your toddler will likely be the most still during the beginning of the hair cut. Cut the bangs first, using one hand to hold your toddler's head still.

Use your fingers as guides by holding them at the length that you will be cutting your toddler's hair. Make small, even snips below your fingers. Continue this step until all of the hair is cut and even.

Tips

- Have your toddler sit in front of a TV or mirror as you cut.

How to Make Long Hair Into a Pixie Cut

It's called the elfin, gamine, urchin or pixie cut. And if you have worn long tresses for years, choosing a pixie cut also is called a huge decision. Perhaps you want to look more grown up, more glamorous, or you simply want to be able to run your fingers through your hair and walk out the door in the morning without a fuss. Whatever the reason, cutting your hair from long locks to a pixie cut will transform your look and your morning routine. Goodbye tangles! Hello world! Does this Spark an idea?

A New You

Lop off the bottom part of your hair to about chin length to make it easier to handle.

Wash and pat hair dry. Comb through damp hair removing all tangles.

Cut hair from the center of the forehead to begin the bangs. Continue around the head cutting down at an angle, crossing along the temple area toward the earlobe. Cut at an angle back up toward the top of the ear. Stop cutting just below the top of the ear. Repeat on the opposite side.

Cut from the center nape of the neck, sloping up toward the back of the ear to meet the previous cut. Repeat on the other side. The back should gently curve along the neck from one ear to the other.

Work the scissors vertically to create layers and fringe all along the haircut. This will break up the bulky feel of the hair and give it texture. Cut from front to back and continually compare each side of the head to make sure the cut is even. Increase the length of hair as you move in toward the curve and the top of the skull.

Create further layers by separating out half-inch sections of hair. Hold the section horizontally, away from the head. Cut the end of the section in a point shape. Continue this layering method, consistently cutting points from left to right around the perimeter of the head.

Tips

- Pixie cuts are most flattering on a women with fine features and a strong bone structure.

- Style with gel or mousse to attain sleek or tousled looks.

Warning

- Work gradually to ensure there are no gaps left in the hair.

How to Cut Hair With Feathering Scissors

Feathering is a technique for softening and texturizing hair ends, layers and bangs. Hair should only be feathered with scissors specified for this technique. Scissors made of a cobalt alloy work well for feathering because of their durability and their ability to break the hair tension while cutting. Stainless steel medium precision scissors with a semiconvex stepped edge are also acceptable for feathering, because they will cut the hair without catching or causing split ends. Well-maintained shears that have been broken in for about six months will perform this technique better than a new pair. Feathering is a cutting technique for texturizing hair, not to be used for the primary haircut. Does this Spark an idea?

Separate a small section of hair. Pull the section tight. Hold the ends of the hair in one hand and the scissors in the other.

Hold your scissors against the hair at an angle between 80 and 90 degrees, open to about two-thirds of the scissors' full capacity. One blade should be on top of the hair section and the other beneath it but not touching it.

Fan the scissor blade across the hair shaft, preparing to cut in a forward direction. You are not snipping with the scissors, but using one of the blades to shave away the hair in varying lengths.

Start feathering up to 5 inches above your fingers along the hair shaft. With short, scraping motions, stroke the scissors along the hair section. The cut hair should fall away as you move closer to your fingers. As you reach the end of the hair, carefully glide the scissors toward your fingers, finishing the ends just as you release the hair section.

Repeat these steps with the next section of hair until all the sections you want to feather are completed. To add more texture to the hair ends, hold the hair section close to the tips between two fingers, and snip at the ends with the scissors held parallel to the hair shaft.

Tips

- Keep section sizes small for more-precise cutting.

- Feathering works well on wet or dry hair.

- Practice this technique on a hair dummy before attempting it on yourself or another person.

- Feathering should be done after the bulk of the haircut is completed. Cut the hair to the desired length, then do the feathering as a final touch.

Warning

- Avoid opening the scissors fully while cutting -- this will cause the hair to catch and cut unevenly.

- A high precision scissor is too sharp for feathering. Using a high-precision scissors may result in catching the skin and hair in the scissors. Working with a scissors that is too sharp will damage the hair and produce split ends.

- Never use scissors designed for other purposes to cut hair.

How to Cut Hair After Dreadlocks

Dreadlocks are strands of knotted hair which are almost impossible to undo. The easiest way to change a hairstyle from dreadlocks is to cut off the dreads. You are then left with very short hair, which will eventually grow out, but you can cut your hair into an attractive style in the meantime. Does this Spark an idea?

Grow your hair for at least a month before you cut off the dreadlocks. Do not twist or dread the new growth to allow some hair to grow straight.

Hold one dreadlock perpendicular to the head, and cut the dreadlock off between the straight hair and the dreadlock, using a sharp pair of scissors. Repeat this process around the head for all the dreadlocks

Comb out the hair to remove any tangles. If there are pieces of hair that are too tangled to comb, cut out the knots.

Cut around the head so all the hair is of equal length. Use your fingers as a guide to ensure all the hair is the same length.

Wash your hair and apply a conditioner, then rinse it out. Allow naturally curly hair to form in curls around your head. If you have straight hair, trim the hair at the sides, around the ears and at the nape of the neck slightly shorter, taking off about 1/2 inch, to create a layered style.

Tips

- It's tough to cut the back of your own hair; the best thing to do is see a hair stylist for a professional cut.

How to Cut Hair to an Angle Down the Side of the Face

Angling the hair at the sides of your face helps to instantly draw attention to your facial features, whether you want your cheekbones, jawline or collarbone to be the focal point. An angled, classic face-framing style will also take some weight off your locks. Cutting angles at home will require a sharp pair of scissors and a steady hand. You'll be working with points and parameters, so start with dry hair for best results. Does this Spark an idea?

Shampoo, condition and blow-dry hair thoroughly prior to cutting for best results.

Place a cape or towel on your shoulders to catch hair.

Comb hair straight down and remove all tangles.

Stand up straight and keep head upright and level with your shoulders.

Angle your comb at 45 degrees to choose the starting point of your cut. The initial point will determine the shortest peak of your angle. Place the comb horizontally with the facial feature you'd like to emphasize.

Snip a point just above the comb at your desired starting point. This snip will now serve as a guide for the rest of your angled hair layer.

Comb your hair in the direction of your opposite cheek to create a soft angle.

Cut a gradual line from your starting point to the bottom of your hair.

Repeat steps 3 through 8 on the opposite side of your head.

Pull hair taut on both finished sides and run your fingers through the angled layers to ensure they are even. Trim any stray hairs as needed to even out your style.

Tips

- To draw attention to your cheekbones, start your angle at their most prominent point.

- To emphasize full lips, start your angle just below your bottom lip.

How to Cut the Hair Perimeter

Many haircuts for both men and women begin at the perimeter of the hair. The perimeter of the hair is considered the area of hairline that starts at the forehead, down past the ears to the nape of the neck and back again. Cutting parts of the hair to different lengths can be made easier by working on one part of the hair at a time. Dividing the hair into sections, by making either a mental note or by actually sectioning off the hair, will make it easier to cut the perimeter of the hair. Does this Spark an idea?

Brush the hair to remove any tangles. Use a fine-toothed detangling comb, if necessary.

Divide the hair on the head down into sections. Consider the top of the head, back of the head, and above the ears, as separate sections. The back of the head below the ears another section, and the remaining hair on either side of the head should also be designates as their own section. Use hair clips to physically section the hair if cutting long hair.

Determine the length of the cut for each section. Remove the hair clip from the section if necessary. Start with the back of the head and remove the desired amount from the neck line using electric hair clippers. Use the proper length clipper-guide comb snapped into place above the blades. Trim the length of hair by moving the clippers upward in a rocking motion. Reattach a hair clip to the section if the hair is still long after cutting.

Repeat Step 3 for both sides of the hair around the ears and along the hairline on the forehead. Switch to different length clipper guides if you're not cutting the hair to a uniform length.

Cut the interior parts of the hair away from the perimeter to the desired length using the hair clippers.

Remove the clipper guide from the hair clippers, and adjust the blades to the lowest setting. Trim the neck line and behind the ears to remove any extraneous hair. Use scissors to trim any unevenness on the hairline at the forehead.

How to Cut a Pom Chi's Hair

The Pom Chi is a cross-breed dog, the offspring of a Pomeranian and a Chihuahua. Pom Chis can vary in color as well as hair length. Pomeranians have long, fluffy hair and Chihuahuas can have long or short hair. The Pom Chi is a hybrid of both, with a fluffy mane that isn't as long as a Pomeranian's mane. The Pom Chi still needs to be groomed to keep it comfortable and its coat free of knots or debris. With a slicker brush and scissors, you can trim excess hair from the Pom Chi's mane, chest, head and paws.

Brush the Pom Chi's Coat

Brush the Pom Chi with a slicker brush to eliminate any tangles or knots. Take care not to pull too hard or you could hurt the dog. Brushing also helps prepare the coat for trimming.

Trim Around the Ears

Trim any excess hair around the Pom Chi's ears. Hold the tops of the ears with one hand and trim with the other hand to prevent accidentally cutting the ears. Trimming around the ears helps keep the Pom Chi from accumulating debris around the ear area, which could lead to an infection if any harmful materials get into the ears.

Trim the Chest Hair

Cut the Pom Chi's chest hair to your preferred length. Cut evenly and brush the hair after trimming so you can see how long it is and decide if you need to cut it further.

Trim Around the Paws

Cut any excess hair from around the paws with scissors. Hair around the paws can get long and trimming keeps long fur from catching on plants or other objects.

Cut Hair on the Head and Mane

Brush the Pom Chi's head hair forward and cut any excess hair. Trim the mane to a length you feel would be comfortable for the Pom Chi. This could mean allowing the hair to remain up 1 to 2-inches long in the summer time and leaving it longer, up to 2 1/2 to 3-inches long in the colder, winter months. Brush the Pom Chi once more with the slicker brush to get rid of any excess hair left from cutting.

How to Cut Long, Parted Hair

Cutting long, parted hair always requires you to keep a few key things in mind. Find out how to cut long, parted hair with help from a professional hair stylist in this free video clip.

Video Transcript

Hi, my name is Chrissy Lou and I am a Hairstylist at Birds and Fellas Salon located in the hip and trendy East Village. Today, I'm going to show you how to cut long hair. Now, we already shampooed the hair and it's easier to cut the hair wet especially for beginners because you see more of a defined guideline of where you're cutting. But, be aware that when you dry the hair, the hair shrinks up half an inch. So, don't cut too much off if your client is a little unsure about how much she wants. So, you're going to start off by taking a cutting comb. Cutting comb normally has an angle where the fine tooth is and you're just going to take the fine tooth and you're just going to comb back the hair, just comb it all back. And if you spray a little leave-in conditioning spray, it's also easier to get through the hair. When you're done combing the hair back, you take the wide part of the comb, hold it to the middle of the head behind the ear and just bring it all the way down apart. Notice you got a perfect parting that way. Once you're done sectioning that area, you just comb the hair down and section it away with the clip. I like to use the claw clip 'cause they hold very well no matter where you place the hair. And you do the same for the other side. Now for the back, you wan to re-comb everything just to smooth it out. Comb the hair to the side, take a half inch section, bring the comb over and this is your guideline. Now, we're going to bring the guideline over to the side and to the front. Take a half inch section again, then you're going to do the same thing for the other side. Once you take out the hair from the back, you just section it off. Now you want to take out your guideline from the side. Just un-clip the hair, half inch section again and it matches with the back. And do the same thing on the other side. Now, if the hair gets dry, you can always use a water bottle and just re-spray the hair. So, you're going to take a middle piece to start the guideline and I'm not really cutting the hair. So, you're just going to cut zero degrees. Take the next section, match it up and cut. Take the next section before you go before the ear, match it up and cut. Then you take a little piece of the hair from behind the ear and match it with a half inch piece of the hair in front of the ear; bring it down zero degrees and cut. Now, when you get to the front, if there's any face shaping or layering and it's too short to match to the guideline, you just leave it alone. And we're going to do the same process on the other side. Match it up with the guideline and cut; before the ear and you're going to match it up and cut. And like I said before, if there's any face shaping or layering and it's too short to match the guideline, just leave it alone. So, after you've finished that section, you're going to take another section, bring it down to the guideline. Make sure you don't cut above the guideline or below because then your haircut will become uneven. You continue that process for the back and the sides and once you get to the top, if there's a shorter piece, do not cut. Just leave it alone. And that is how you cut long hair.

How to Make a Mowhawk on Long Hair Without Cutting

Just because you want to make a Mohawk on your long hair doesn't actually mean you'll have to cut it. Make a Mohawk on long hair without cutting with help from an experienced hair stylist in this free video clip.

Video Transcript

Hi, I'm hairstylist, Amanda Shackleton from Amandashackleton.com, and today I'm here to show you how to fake a Mohawk if you have very long hair. The first thing that you want to do is section off the front of the hair that's about five inches on the top, a straight section back all the way to the crown and a straight section back onto the other side. Go ahead and clip that hair up. We're going to come back to that hair and use that later. Next what we want to do is take some kind of pomade or silicone, something that's really got some nice sleekness to it and go ahead and pull the sides as tightly back as we can and with a soft bristled brush, go ahead and just smooth it down and then take your elastic band and tie that into a really really tight ponytail. It's really got to be tight, the sides have to be kept very very tight or it won't look correct. So once we do that I'm going to go ahead and try to get it around one more time, that's not working, anyway, we'll just go ahead and give it a nice pull like that, that will help to tighten the sides and now we're ready to do the front. So I've gone ahead and pre-teased the top. This is the most important part of doing the Mohawk because this is really the party that gives the style its name. So I just took small sections, I did a really nice big, big, big, big tease, don't be afraid to really go crazy because you have to have a lot of height here in order to get the top to look correct. Let me finish off this front piece and then all we do is with our comb, just very lightly direction it back, go ahead and take those pieces, make sure the front is even. You don't want one side to be higher than the other, push the hair forward a little bit, bring it out and then just go ahead and pin the back of the hair in just like that. I'll take a little bit of hairspray, we'll spray it, get the sides down and then you can really choose what you want to do with the back of this hairstyle. You can leave it in a cute little ponytail like that or you can take it and kind of twist it up into a knot. It really just depends on what you want to do with it but the front is the main focus of this hairstyle so you want to make sure that you go ahead and give it a lot of nice height on the top. So I'm Amanda Shackleton and I've shown you how to do a Mohawk with long hair.