Hair Cutting Basics

Some salons allow you to watch hair cuttery as it is being performed on your head. Some don't; rather, they turn your back to the mirror, allowing you to only view the finished style, which can sometimes be quite discomforting. If you frequent a salon that does let you watch, you are probably awed by what appears to be very little effort on the stylist's part, but almost always results in a terrific look. When you think about it, though, the stylist doesn't actually have any special tricks, other than the fact that she's learned how to cut different styles. Actually, she is simply applying a few basics that are indicative to all hair cuttery techniques. A few of them are discussed below; there may be others, so this should not be considered an all-inclusive list.

1. Hair weight

The best hair cuttery method will take the weight of one's hair, especially a woman's, into consider. Thick, heavy hair usually lends itself well to just about all types of cuts, while finer, lighter hair may only be suited for particular styles. For this reason, the stylist will usually run her fingers through your hair before she starts cutting, observing how heavy or light it is. That way, she will be better equipped to offer you suggestions on the type of hair cuttery that you hair is able to support.

1. Hair texture

Texture includes the presence or absence of natural curl or body as well as the coarseness or smoothness of the hair. Both men and women can have curly or straight hair that is either coarse or smooth. Again, hair cuttery methods can be different depending on this as well as one's gender.

1. Hair type

Hair type can usually be divided into three distinct categories: dry, normal, and oily. This is another area that holds true for both men and women. Hair cuttery methods can change how natural oils are distributed throughout the hair; therefore, the stylist will need to determine whether or not a particular style will have the propensity to change one's hair type. If the stylist feels the desired style could cause a dramatic change, he or she may suggest one that will not affect oil distribution as much.