Laurent Voisinet teaches textured bob cutting technique in eight steps
The French stylist details the process for creating a soft and graphic look from the Neo-Kawaii collection, focusing on using the full blade of the scissors.
Paris, France — Renowned stylist Laurent Voisinet presented a detailed technique for executing a textured bob, a centerpiece of his Neo-Kawaii collection. This development directly interests barbers and salon professionals seeking to update their skills in short women's cuts, offering a precise approach for those who want to master the combination between geometric shape and natural texture.
The process begins with establishing fundamental guide lines. The first step consists of making a center part in the hair, followed by a horizontal partition positioned at mid-ear level. This base is crucial to ensure symmetry and correct proportion of the cut from the start.
In the next stage, Voisinet advises that the main length of the bob be defined using the full blade of the scissors. This continuous movement helps maintain uniform hair density before moving on to the sides. After cutting the nape area, the professional must create a connective horizontal partition with the sides and repeat the use of the full blade to finish these sections.
The transition to the back of the hair requires a specific vertical movement. The cut should be worked from the crown toward the nape, maintaining this trajectory until covering the entire lower area. To refine the texture at the nape, the technique combines scissor-over-comb with point cuts, which adds lightness and movement to the look.
The definition of the bangs follows the same vertical logic, starting from the crown toward the forehead. On the sides, the method employs sections in an orange segment shape, starting again at the top to soften the angles of the cut. Depending on the natural texture of the hair, point or slide cuts can be applied throughout the hair as an optional final step.
The technique was documented with photos by Latil Pascal and highlights the versatility of manual tools in creating modern styles. For the barber who serves female clients or works in unisex salons, mastering this eight-step sequence allows delivering a professional result with a soft and graphic finish.
BarberRicci newsroom, with information from Estetica Magazine.