Hair Cutting

Hair cutting is one of the most popular way for styling hair. The four main purposes of hair cutting are:

  1. To change the look
  2. To reduce the length of hair
  3. To remove split ends
  4. To reduce excess volume of hair

Tools and Materials

It is often said that anyone cutting hair is only as good as his tools. The tools used should be of good quality and it must be ensured that they are used and stored properly.

  • Shears - Plain / thinning scissor
  • Razor - Manual
  • Clipper - Manual / electric
  • Combs - Rat tail comb, afro comb, plain comb, styling comb
  • Dusting Brush
  • Setting clips
  • Neck cape
  • Water applicator bottle

Sectioning for Hair Cutting

Sectioning of hair is the first stage and is undertaken before hair cutting and styling. Sectioning of the hair helps in easy access to different sections of the head and help create a balanced finish to the hair style and cut. There are many methods of sectioning the hair.

A. Four Section Parting

Part the hair from the centre of the forehead to the nape, and again across the head from ear to ear. Pin up the four sections and leave the hair on the nape of the neck (section 5) for use as a guide.

B. Five Section Parting

Section No. 5 may by further divided in to section No. 5a and No. 5b area. Top section (No. 1) may be sub-parted in two ways, with partings running in either a horizontal or vertical direction.

Preparation for Hair Cutting

The implements used in hair cutting and other materials should be arranged properly on a tray or trolley.

  1. Put the cutting sheets around the client's neck properly.
  2. Take off the head rest from hydraulic chair.
  3. Wet the hair well with the spray bottle.
  4. Section the hair and secure with setting clips.