Long layers are designed to remove weight and add dimension, but they require the right technique to look intentional. To make your layers "pop," a round brush blowout is the gold standard. Apply a volumising root lifter to damp hair, then dry in sections by pulling the hair upward and away from the face. For a modern "butterfly" look, use a large-barrel curling iron (1.25 to 1.5 inches) to curl the layers away from your jawline, creating a feathered, bouncy effect. If your hair is fine, avoid over-layering the back, as this can make your ends look thin; instead, focus on face-framing layers that start at the chin to highlight your features. To keep the long layers on long hair from looking "straggly," use a split-end sealer or a lightweight smoothing serum on the tips. Regular trims every 10 to 12 weeks are necessary because once layers grow out too far, the hair loses its shape and begins to look limp. Deep conditioning is also vital, as layers expose more hair surface to heat, requiring extra hydration.