How to Sharpen a Pair of Scissors for Cutting Hair

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By Tracy S. Morris
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Using the right scissors for trimming or cutting your hair is very important. Most stylists would frown upon anyone who used kitchen shears or sewing scissors. The right scissors are designed especially for cutting hair. Additionally, you should keep them sharp. High-quality professional shears sharpen themselves as they cut hair. If your scissors are dull it might not be because they have lost their edge. As stylists' scissors are used on hair, they can build up a fine layer of hair care product "goo." Often, cleaning off this layer of goo is all it takes to restore your hair cutting scissors to their former sharpness.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

Step 1

Take your scissors apart at the hinge using the screw driver.
Step 2

Soak a cotton pad with rubbing alcohol.
Step 3

Rub the alcohol down the length of the blades to remove any buildup of hair care products.
Step 4

Oil the hinges of your scissors.
Step 5

Put your scissors back together using the screw driver.

Tips & Warnings

Do not try home sharpening techniques, such as cutting medium-grit sandpaper or tinfoil. Such tricks can backfire, leaving you with ruined scissors. If you do need your scissors sharpened, it is better to have them professionally sharpened.