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  1. What is a razor cut best suited for?

    Answer: Creating soft, wispy, textured effects on medium to fine hair

    Razor cutting creates soft, wispy, tapered ends and is best suited for fine to medium hair textures. It slides through the hair to remove bulk and create movement with a softer finish than shears.

  2. Why should a razor generally not be used on curly or coarse hair?

    Answer: It can cause excessive frizz and an uneven, rough texture

    Using a razor on curly or coarse hair can cause the cuticle to lift excessively, leading to frizz, roughness, and an uncontrolled, fuzzy appearance. Shears are generally preferred for these textures.

  3. What is the crown area of the head?

    Answer: The area at the top back of the head between the apex and occipital

    The crown is the area at the top back of the head, located between the apex (highest point) and the occipital bone. It is often where natural growth patterns like cowlicks or whorls are found.

  4. What is the difference between a stationary guide and a travelling guide?

    Answer: A stationary guide stays in one place while all sections are brought to it; a travelling guide moves with each new section

    A stationary guide remains fixed in one position and all subsequent sections are brought to it, creating longer layers. A travelling guide moves from section to section, with each new section measured against the previously cut one.

  5. What is the term for the line that divides the hair into sections during a haircut?

    Answer: Parting

    A parting (or part) is the line created when dividing the hair into sections for cutting. Clean, precise partings are essential for accuracy and consistency in any haircut.

  6. What is tension in haircutting and why is it important?

    Answer: The amount of pressure applied when combing and holding hair during cutting, which affects accuracy

    Tension is the amount of stretching or pulling force applied to hair when combing and holding it for cutting. Consistent tension is critical for accuracy — uneven tension results in uneven lengths.

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