Foiling technique debate: sections vs. freehand

I learned foiling with precise brickwork sections back in cosmetology school in 2018, but now at my chair in Austin I mostly do freehand slices on dry hair. The speed difference is huge, but I worry my highlights aren't as even as they used to be. Has anyone else switched methods and noticed a real difference in the finished look?

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reese5503h agoTop Commenter

My first freehand section was so crooked it looked like I was highlighting in a windstorm. The speed tradeoff is real though, I'll take a little wonkiness to get out of foils faster and still have them look good in the bowl.