Shaving Basics
This service softens the beard and prepares the skin for razor shaving.
What is a hot towel?
What is the standard angle the straight razor should be held against the skin?
What is 30 degrees?
This must be used for every client during a shave.
What is a new disposable razor blade?
This consultation helps determine the most flattering beard style.
What is analyzing the face shape?
Before shaving, you should always determine this.
What is the direction of hair growth?
This is the barber's most important tool for a traditional shave.
What is a straight razor?
This hand action keeps the skin firm while shaving.
What is stretching the skin?
This type of disinfectant is used for tools that are not disposable.
This facial hair style includes hair on the chin but not the cheeks.
What is a goatee?
Shaving against the grain too aggressively may cause this skin condition.
What is razor bumps (ingrown hairs)?
This should always be applied before a shave to soften the beard.
What is lather or shaving cream?
These are the three basic razor strokes.
What is freehand, backhand, and reverse freehand?
This should happen immediately if the barber accidentally nicks the client.
What is blood exposure procedure?
This facial hair style connects the mustache and beard.
What is a full beard?
This part of the razor should never touch the clients skin.
What is the spine (back) of the razor?
This should always be checked before beginning a shave to avoid injury.
What is condition and sharpness of the razor blade?
The stroke is commonly used on the neck and the jaw.
What is the reverse freehand stroke?
This item protects the client clothing during the shave.
What is a cape/drape?
Symmetry is especially important when shaping this facial feature.
What are the sideburns?
This shaving principle helps prevent cuts and irritation.
What is keeping the skin taut while using short, controlled strokes?
This direction follows the natural growth pattern of the beard.
What is with the grain?
This stroke is commonly used on the cheeks.
What is the freehand stroke?
This should never be done with a used razor blade.
What is reusing it on another client?
This is the goal of facial hair design.
What is enhancing the clients facial features and appearance?
Name the three basic razor strokes.
What are freehand, back hand, and reverse freehand?