The problem of choice is the most painful. This is also true when determining the appropriate haircut model. Every woman wants to find her own version, which will emphasize the advantages and hide the flaws, successfully complement the existing image, and will not require much attention. The choice of a fashionable layered haircut often comes down to comparing Cascade and Ladder. Models are similar, they are often confused. What is the difference between the Cascade and the Ladder, we will consider further.
Description of haircut options
Both haircuts have similarities and differences. It is often difficult for the unprofessional eye of the layman to correctly determine the option. For an unmistakable answer, you need to understand the nuances of performing each hairstyle.
Cascade
Haircut Cascade has a multilayer structure. Hair is cut in levels, gradually increasing the length of the strands from the crown down. The hair is processed completely: sections are made along the entire canvas. Stepping is performed by uniformly even cuts or torn strands when separating the level using a horizontal parting.
The cascade is cut for hair of different lengths. The classic version involves the presence of medium or long hair. The model is universal: suitable for everyone, does not require careful styling and care. Hairstyle accepts different types of design, allows you to quickly transform. Haircut involves a smooth shortening of the length.
The cascade is unmistakably recognized by the noticeable steps of the cuts. Layering is uniform throughout the canvas with a minimum step between levels or is clearly visible with an increased interval. The difference in the length of the levels is noticeable not only along the contour of the haircut. The layered structure can be traced from any side of the hairstyle.
Lesenka
Like Cascade, Lesenka has a multilayer structure. The hair is gaining length from the middle of the face down. Hair is cut in steps. Levels with a length transition are located along the contour of the haircut. The short flight of stairs is formed by processing individual strands of different levels.
The option is cut for hair of different lengths. The model is considered typical for medium or long hair. The hairstyle is close to universal: it suits most, does not need complex styling, but requires attention. A haircut does not allow you to significantly change the image.
The ladder is unmistakably recognized by the characteristic stepping of the contour. The hairstyle retains the existing volume of the canvas. The length transition is formed locally in the face area. It will be possible to consider the staggered sections only from the front.
Comparison of models
Cascade and Ladder are outwardly similar. Despite the similarities, the models have a lot of differences that allow you to confidently determine the name of the haircut. Data on the main comparison criteria are presented in the table.
| Criteria for evaluation | Cascade | Lesenka |
|---|---|---|
| The transition of length in the structure of hairstyles | Layers all over the canvas from the crown down | Steps along the contour from the middle of the face |
| The presence of additional volume | Observed during the formation of a multilayer texture | Depends on the base haircut model |
| Possibility of partial registration | Only complete volume processing is performed | Performed as needed |
| Texture Uniformity | Impossible, layers are located throughout the volume | Possible on the rear contour |
| Universalism | Full | Partial |
| Smooth contours of the stepped cut | Is possible | Only a bright transition of length |
| The requirement for installation | You can refuse or pay little attention | Depends on the basic shape of the haircut |
| Shortening length | Stepped all over the canvas | Staggered in local area |
Similarities
Both models of haircuts are often confused, calling Cascade Ladder and vice versa. This is due to the external similarity when viewed from the front. Hairstyles contain a stepped cut with increasing hair length from top to bottom. It is the layered structure of the contour that acts as the main similarity of the options.
Hairstyles are performed for different lengths of hair, with and without bangs, the hair with each haircut does not need close attention, the models suit most types of appearance: these are also common features of the two models.
Differences
A clear difference between the options is the principle of formation of a layered structure. In Ladder stepping affects only the contour, in the Cascade - the entire volume. Levels are formed on individual strands or throughout the canvas.
In the Cascade, the cuts affect the entire mass of hair. The transition of length starts from the crown. In Lasenka, only the contour near the face is cut in steps. Strands begin to shorten at the level of the cheekbones.
Thanks to the stepped transitions throughout the canvas, the Cascade gives the hair extra volume. The hair looks lush, the contour of the hairstyle becomes heterogeneous throughout the volume of the haircut. The ladder has a smoother structure. The option does not enhance the splendor of the hair.
The cascade is completely universal, suitable for everyone. The hairstyle is performed according to its own technology, but it is possible to combine it organically with other models. To perform the Ladder, you will have to carefully evaluate the type of appearance, hair structure. The hairstyle is performed on the basis of other models, without violating the existing structure.
With Cascade, you can get a uniform haircut texture. To do this, reduce the length transition step, make graduation, thinning. The short flight of stairs is always sheared with noticeable steps. This is the "highlight" of the hairstyle.
Features of choice
Both Ladder and Cascade frame the face with strands with a stepped length transition. This allows you to achieve correction of imperfections in the oval, facial features. The most successful options will be for owners of an oval, round, square, triangular face. Hairstyles narrow, stretch, restore the harmony of a heavy round or square oval. The fullness of the cheeks, the heaviness of the chin are visually reduced. The proportions of the face with sharp features in the lower part are aligned.
Owners of a narrow, elongated type of face are recommended to choose short versions of models. This will allow you not to draw attention to the shortcomings.
When choosing a model, you need to pay attention to the structure of the hair. If for Cascade the difference between thin, hard, curly hair does not matter, then for the implementation of the Ladder, the parameter is important. For thin hair structure, you will have to create volume with styling. The charm of the stepped transitions of the Ladder will be completely lost in the volume of natural curls.
With the help of the Ladder, a successful face frame is created on the basis of a successful haircut. In a similar way, it will be possible to diversify a boring, but suitable hairstyle in all respects. The cascade is often performed in search of a new image, in an effort to radically change or idealize the appearance parameters with the help of well-designed hair.
With the help of the Ladder, it will be possible to diversify the appearance without violating the length of the bulk of the hair. This is important when trying to grow hair. With Cascade, it will take longer to achieve results, which is important.
With a properly executed Cascade, the hairstyle will not require styling. Haircut keeps its shape perfectly, does not need special attention. It will turn out to create different images from bold informal to business or festive. The exactingness of the Lasenka for styling depends on the basic shape of the hairstyle.
It is not so difficult to make a choice between the Cascade and the Ladder. It is enough to carefully study the similarities and differences of the options, evaluate your own appearance and needs. When performing a haircut at the hairdresser, the master will always help you make the right choice in favor of one of the options, accurately determining which model is better in a particular case.
