In a layered haircut, if you want the hair to be longer toward the front, where should you overdirect the sections?

In a layered haircut, to achieve longer hair toward the front, overdirecting the sections to the back of the ears is the correct approach. This technique allows the stylist to create a longer fringe or front area while maintaining shorter layers at the back. When sections are overdirected toward the back of the ears, it helps to lift and add length to the hair in the frontal regions. This method is essential for controlling the contour and shape of the cut, ensuring that the layers blend seamlessly and that the desired shape is maintained.

By contrast, overdirecting toward the top of the face or the front of the crown would lead to a less effective way to achieve length at the front, potentially resulting in an unwanted bob effect or a shape that does not flatter the facial structure. On the other hand, overdirecting to the front of the ears may also not support the goal of elongating the front sections effectively. Therefore, directing the hair sections toward the back of the ears is the most appropriate method for achieving longer layers at the front in a layered haircut.