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Practice in cutting hair with shears, razors and electric

clippers

• Cutting hair with shears: To become a skilled hair stylist, practicing cutting hair with scissors is essential.If
using shears, practice different cutting techniques such as blunt cutting, point cutting, and slide cutting. Focus
on maintaining even tension and creating the desired shape.

Shears and comb holding
• Put your ring finger and thumb in the grip.
• Little finger on the finger rest.
• Curl the rest two fingers into “palm” the shears, it helps them closed while you comb the hair.

• In this way you can hold comb and shears at same time.

Start with basic techniques: Start by practicing basic cutting techniques, such as blunt cuts, point cutting, and
slide cutting. These fundamental skills will serve as a foundation for more advanced styles.
Blunt Cut: The straightest cut is where scissors are used to create a straight, even line. This technique is often
used for classic bob hairstyles or to trim the ends evenly.

Point Cutting: This involves holding the scissors vertically and making small cuts upwards in the hair. This
technique adds texture and softness to the ends of the hair, and avoids a blunt, straight look.
Cutting Slide: The scissors are partially opened and slid along the shaft of the hair to remove bulk and add
texture. This is useful for creating soft, seamless layers and preventing harsh lines.
Thinning Shear: Thinning scissors have a serrated edge and are used to remove bulk from hair without
significantly altering the length. It is useful for reducing volume in thick hair.

Layering: It involves cutting different sections of hair at different lengths, creating layers for added movement and
dimension. This technique is commonly used for modern and textured hairstyles.
Graduate: Graduation involves cutting hair at an angle to create a stacked or layered effect. It is often used in bob
hairstyles, creating a gradual increase or decrease in length.
Scissors over comb: Using the comb as a guide, scissors are used to cut the hair by holding it in the comb. This
technique is often used for short haircuts and helps to achieve uniform length.

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CITS : Beauty & Wellness - Cosmetology - Exercise 10