Types of Hair Scissors

Choosing the right type of hair scissors is important when cutting hair. Depending upon the type of scissors used, will determine how fast hair grows back and how well the cut looks. Most hairstylists are very picky about the type of scissors they use to cut their clients hair. Many have special scissors that they personally purchase to get the job done.

Thinning Shears

Most stylists have a pair of thinning shears. The scissors are designed with special features that promote different functions of the scissors. Some people also call the shears texturizing shears. These scissors are used to keep from changing a person’s hairstyle while cutting a certain amount of hair from the style. The thinning shears are defined by their teeth as opposed to having blades to do the cutting.

Kasho Scissors

These scissors are popular among many hairstylists. Most prefer to use the scissors because they last long and are made from top quality. They are also popular because they were hand crafted in Japan.

Regular Shears

Many people use regular shears to perform haircuts. These scissors can be purchased at most beauty supply stores and range from 4.5 to 6.5 inches long.  The shears can be purchased in different colors but serves only one purpose and that is to cut hair. Depending upon the hand of the stylist the shears can be purchased for a comfortable fit.

Razor Scissors

Depending on the type of style a client wants a stylist may have to use razor shears. These scissors have on loop for a stylist’s finger and the top of the shear is one blade. The razor shears are perfect for texture or layered haircuts.