Removing Weight from Hair Without Thinning Shears

Removing Weight from Hair Without Thinning Shears

There are several needs that are common among stylists and hairdressers, and one of the most common for varying clients is the need to remove weight from the hair during a cut. And while most stylists naturally think of thinning shears as their first and most robust option for accomplishing this task, what about if thinning shears aren't available to you for a given cut, or your client does not prefer them?

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Methods and Shears for Cutting V-Shaped Hairstyles

Methods and Shears for Cutting V-Shaped Hairstyles

There are numerous haircut styles that are well-known and desirable, and one of the most popular today is the V-shaped cut, sometimes simply just called the V-cut. Allowing for layers to be created in several different ways within the hair, the V-shaped cut is one that any stylist needs to know how to carry out - and one where proper hair shear selection is very important. 

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How to Compare Top Hair Shear Brands

How to Compare Top Hair Shear Brands

There are a few key areas you might be comparing and contrasting when selecting the ideal hair shears for your needs, and brand differentiation is often on this list. The world of hair shears is full of various different brands and companies that create products of varying quality levels, and knowing how to compare brands and get the very best shears for your needs is important.

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Hand Health Recommendations for Hair Stylists

Hand Health Recommendations for Hair Stylists

There are a few regular considerations that hair stylists must keep in mind with regard to their physical health and on-the-job capabilities, and few are more important here than hand and wrist health. Your hands play a vital role during any kind of hair styling, and keeping them healthy and productive is important no matter which kinds of cuts you perform.

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Hair Shear Types and Tips for Cutting Bangs

Hair Shear Types and Tips for Cutting Bangs

There are a variety of sections or types of hair that you'll deal with on a regular basis as a stylist, and one that's definitely worth paying attention to is the realm of bangs. Many people of both genders and varying ages enjoy bangs as part of their hairstyle, and stylists have a few great options when it comes to hair shears that will be effective for these needs.

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Differentiating High-Grade Hair Shears from Lesser Alternatives

Differentiating High-Grade Hair Shears from Lesser Alternatives

The phrase "you get what you pay for" is applicable across many industries, and the world of hair shears is a good example. Products in this industry come in a huge range of quality levels, from relatively low-quality up to elite, professional-quality shears -- and for professionals in the field, choosing the right ones is very important.

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Comparing Thinners, Chunkers and Texturizing Shears

Comparing Thinners, Chunkers and Texturizing Shears

There are several varieties of hair shears that are often used to thin, layer or otherwise texture hair during cuts, and several of them are similar in certain ways - while also having key differences that separate them. Three common examples in this realm are known as thinning shears, chunking shears and texturizing shears - how are they similar, and how do they differ in important ways that stylists need to know?

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Comfort Considerations When Purchasing Hair Shears

Comfort Considerations When Purchasing Hair Shears

There are a few major factors that are important for any stylist choosing a new pair of hair shears, and comfort is one of the single most important for many in this position. Comfortable shears allow you to make frequent cuts that are both effective and non-painful, and help with everything from client satisfaction to career extension for stylists everywhere.

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