Lines & Angles
This line builds weight and runs parallel to the floor
What is horizontal
This haircut has no elevation and forms a single weight line
What is blunt (one length)
These shears are used to remove bulk
What are texturizing shears
This is the lifting of hair when cutting
What is elevation
What should you do with shears when combing?
What is palming the shears
This line removes weight and creates layers
What is vertical
This haircut uses 90° elevation and creates volume
What is uniformed layer
These shears are stronger: cast or forged?
What are forged
What type of guideline does NOT move?
What is stationary
Where should your body be positioned when cutting?
This line creates movement toward or away from the face
What is diagonal
This haircut creates shorter layers on top and longer at the perimeter
What is long layered
What finger controls opening and closing the shears?
What is the thumb
What is overdirection?
What is combing hair away from its natural falling position before cutting
Why should you avoid cutting past the second knuckle?
What is it gives you less tension / higher risk of cutting yourself
What are the 3 types of haircutting lines?
What are Horizontal, vertical, diagonal
This haircut builds weight with low to medium elevation
What is graduated or 45
What is the main difference between cast and forged shears?
What is Forged are stronger/durable; cast are more brittle
What is a traveling guideline?
What is a guide that moves along the section as you cut
Name one safety rule when cutting around ears
What is use extra care / avoid cutting skin
Which line BOTH removes weight and creates layers?
What is vertical
Which haircut is BEST for fine or thin hair?
What is one length or blunt
Why are swivel shears beneficial?
What is to reduce strain / allow natural movement
Why should you never cut if you can’t see your guide?
What is You will lose accuracy and have an uneven haircut
Name 2 proper body positioning rules
What is