Precision Hair Cutting Methods Flashcards

When performing a razor-over-comb technique, at what angle should the razor typically be held relative to the comb?

Answer: 15-20 degrees

A 15-20 degree angle allows the razor to glide smoothly along the comb without snagging or gouging the hair.

Which cutting technique is BEST for removing bulk from thick hair without changing the overall length?

Answer: Slithering

Slithering (also called effilating) slides the shears down the hair strand to thin and remove bulk while preserving length.

What is the primary purpose of using a guide when cutting hair?

Answer: To maintain consistent length throughout the haircut

A guide section establishes a reference length that all subsequent sections are cut to, ensuring consistency and evenness.

In a low-elevation cut (0 degrees), where does the hair fall after cutting?

Answer: Back to its natural position against the head

At 0-degree elevation, hair is held flat against the head and falls back to its natural position, building maximum weight.

Which sectioning pattern is most commonly used when cutting a one-length bob?

Answer: Horizontal sections from nape to crown

Horizontal sections from the nape upward allow the barber to create a uniform length line characteristic of a classic one-length bob.

What differentiates a fade from a taper in men's barbering?

Answer: Fades blend to skin; tapers maintain visible hair throughout

A fade blends hair down to the bare skin, while a taper gradually decreases hair length but never reaches the skin.

When cross-checking a haircut, the barber cuts in which direction relative to the original cutting sections?

Answer: Perpendicular to the original sections

Cross-checking by cutting perpendicular to the original sections reveals any weight inconsistencies or uneven lengths left behind.