Sam Villa Blog

Slip Knot Technique - 2 Strand Braid
Slice, Gather, Pull and Tie!
Want to learn a simple technique to create attention in long hair and excite everyone in the salon? In this short, comprehensive clip Sam gives us the step by step with...

Fundamentals
How To Quickly Create A Zigzag Part
Creating a zigzag section for haircutting used to be time consuming - we fumbled our combs, dropped them and then had
to start allover again. Not anymore! Sam teaches us a speedy technique t...

Blow Dry Techniques
How to use your concentrator nozzle for best results when blow drying hair
Concentrator nozzles are included with most professional blow dryers and they are included for a reason - they allow us to work smarter, not harder!
If you are serious about your finishing, you ...

Fundamentals
Cutting Curly Hair - 'C' Shaping Technique
Our natural habit is to "slide" our shear through sections of naturally curly hair. Doing so, will cause the shear to "rip" through the section and your client will definitely feel the discomfort!...

Waves & Curls
How To Create Ribbon Curls With A Flat Iron
Using a professional straightening iron to make ribbon curls may seem like a hassle, but in fact it is easier than you might think.
The heat from the Sam Villa SLEEKR® Flat Iron makes creating a cu...

Bobs & Lobs
Twist Cutting The Neckline of a Bob To Save Time
Do you have the courage to cut the back of a BOB by twist cutting the entire section in one cut? Sure you do!! In the video above, Sam shows us how to save time by Twist Cutting in the nape area.
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Fundamentals
How To Remove Weight From Thick Hair
It's all about detached haircuts! Sam gives us a clear view on removing weight resulting in his "hidden secret" without losing length.
This effortless technique is done in a snap:
Isolate the top...

Business & Marketing
Shear Maintenance - How To Oil And Care For Your Shears
Professional shears are an investment for stylists, one of the most used and expensive tools in the bag, so prolonging optimal performance is a priority.
Sam Villa uses his shears almost every day,...

How To Create A Waterfall Braid - Basket Weave Hairstyle
Let's thinking about adding value to the appointment time as we approach the Spring and Summer months!
Sam takes us through his technique for a Waterfall Braid with a simple inside braid. He move...