One of the most popular haircuts of all time include the layered haircut, because of the simple reasons that it is maintenance free and suits just about any and everyone. Be it the length of hair or texture. Short hair can be boosted with plenty of volume with the help of layers while long hair can boast of strength, if cut in layers.

There are different types of layers and layered haircuts that you can try out. In addition to this, you can play up your look with highlights and color, in order to add depth and texture to tresses. Long, short and choppy layers can be cut on hair of different lengths.

The hair on the crown, that is the central layer is the one that is cut shorter than the other layers below it, this is done in order to provide proper volume and bounce to the hair.

Layered hair is actually cut in a very simple way. Hair is taken perpendicular to the head and cut across. Another variation of this type is the compact cut, which is done by tying the hair in a high ponytail and then trimming off the tresses.

In the uniform layer, hair is cut perpendicular to the head, whereas in long graduation cut, the hair is cut at 180 degrees, which results in visible layers of different lengths.

Sliding Layers makes use of four different sections of the hair. Starting from the back section, it is cut radially at an angle of 20 degrees. It gives a soft layered look of a single length and is ideal for wavy textured hair.

Short hairstyles when styled with layers, give the look of a shiny and bouncy mane. While a couple of layers works for short hair, medium to long length hair look good with multiple layers. The front is sliced off, or bangs are created and then layers are added. You can also highlight hair to add depth to the look.

Women with a long or oval shaped facial structure are the ones which this hairstyle suits the most, though it will look good on just about anyone. It gives proportion to your front profile.

Even men prefer short hair styles , which can enhance their best features.