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Ed
http://www.totallyshears.com/
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Does every Stylist need a razor, or can the same effect be achieved with a shear? I have been taught that you MUST cut hair wet with at Razor, do you feel this is true?
We don't have a lot of info or knowledge on Razors our selves.
I do know many of our customers do not own razors but far many more do.
I hope other stylist who knows more about this can jump in and help out with this question.
Ed
www.totallyshears.com
A razor is essential. There is so much you can do with it that you cannot do with a shear. Can you achieve the same cut with a shear, probably, but there will be differences. One thing you cannot do with a shear that you can do with a razor is "carve" in the direction you want the hair to flow and how you want it to lay. Those beautiful edges that just lay perfect... so easy with a razor.
My advice is to get a "feather" razor or a Joewell swivel razor to start. (stay away from carving combs) keep a light hand until you get the hang of it, and take a few classes or watch videos. Nothing beats a doll head and some education.
As far as cutting wet, yep! Gotta be wet or you will be hurting the client. Think about a dry shave, now think about that pulling hair on the head, pretty much the same. Also, KEEP THE BLADE SHARP. I change my blade about every 3 cuts.
Thank you Leslie B.
I hope this inspires more stylists to jump into the conversations.
Ed
Thanks Leslie & Ed.
I have another question, do you think straight razors are better than serrated ones?
I have a couple of feather razors & carving comb, but I don't use them a whole lot. I mainly use shears to slice, texturize, and "skip jerk" (invisible layers). The only time I seem to use a razor is for "removing bulk". I learned the "potato peeler" & "twist & slice" in school. I also had to demonstrate razor cutting (proper handling & knuckle movement) to pass state board. Maybe I am not using my razors to their FULL potential....
All I can say about straight razors is in many states Hair stylists cannot use them , Its against state board rules. My state NH, is one of them. Here the stylist must have the texturizing blades.
Maybe Leslie B. will have more info for you.
Ed
I have an "old school" straight razor, that I will pull out from time to time. If your salon has a barber pole for stateboard, more than likely you can use it without many problems.
This is what I mostly use:
http://www.joewellservice.com/images/products/detail/RBK100.jpg
I am able to get great control with it, and as long as your clients skin is wet, you can clean up the hairline with it. Just make sure you have a nice sharp blade and keep track of the little metal piece that keeps the blade in place. I always change my blade over a towel so I don't lose it. (it is a tiny sliver of metal that has a curve to it.)
When in doubt about a straight razor, check your state guidelines.
As far as POTENTIAL goes, sign up for a razor class. I took one with Nick Arrojo and it changed everything. You can have all the right tools, but if you do not know how to utilize them, you are missing out.
Great advice, Leslie. We are a fully licensed barber's salon as well as cosmetology salon so we can use straight razors. I just haven't felt comfortable with them since it wasn't part of my schooling. I think I will take a class. Thank you again for taking the time to help.
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