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How to Cut Hair

Presented by Dawn Shannon

Learn tips and techniques on cutting long hair with scissors and shears and adding texture and volume with razor cutting in this free hair styling video series.

Series Summary

For centuries haircuts have been a distinctive form of class separation and self-expression. From the white wigs of the British political elite in the 17th and 18th centuries to the mo hawk wearing teenagers of today the way we wear and style our hair says a lot to people around us. Both men and women also have their typical styles. Depending on the culture it can be used to determine social status or to even make a cultural statement. Changing our hairstyle can drastically change the way we look as an individual or as a society. In this series of video clips you will learn the important steps of cutting hair from preparation to completion and the different cut options that can be used in several different styles. You will learn the importance of parting and several helpful tips to make sure the cut you give is even and well balanced. These steps will walk you step by step through thinning, volume, using scissors and shears and cutting with a razor and explain the uses and benefits for each as well as ways to improve your skills as a hairdresser.

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Plan a Hair Cutting Strategy

Learn the importance of planning a strategy for cutting long and short hair before beginning a haircut with expert hair styling tips in this free hair cutting video clip.

Tools & Techniques for Cutting Hair

Learn the essential tools needed for cutting long and short hair with scissors, a razor or shear with expert hair styling tips in this free hair cutting video clip.

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