Checklist: what should be on the barber’s desktop
A bit of philosophy
How much does a good haircut cost? The question is not easy. You can get a normal haircut for 300 rubles. If you’re lucky. The services of the same master, migrating through salons, can differ significantly in price. We mean that in the industry the result is relative. The key value is the process. He sets the price. Because the exclusive in the beauty segment is the main thing.
What is the optimal ratio of manual (scissors) and mechanized (machines) labor in the shearing process is the subject of languorous discussions. We are not talking about a total rejection of electricity, but more and more often we are faced with the opinion about the key role of a personal approach. And manual labor, as you know, creates the appearance of it.
We begin to gradually bring to the question that the result directly depends on the means of production. You should pay attention not only to reliability and convenience, but also to the sensations that accompany the process of cutting with a quality tool. Work should be fun!
Now we’re going to run through the barber/hairdresser’s arsenal, paying attention to the details without which the job runs the risk of becoming truly difficult. The Creator must soar in the ether, not being distracted by the pain and creaking of the canvases.
Hairdressing scissors
Every experienced hairdresser knows that the foundation of the best men’s haircuts starts with a pair of professional scissors. Along with clippers, scissors are the most popular hairdressing tool. We will not repeat that it is not worth saving on a working tool. As the saying goes: scissors are an extension of the master’s hand.
Straight scissors:
The first thing they start thinking about when buying scissors is the size of the canvas. According to the classics, the larger the brush, the more. Blade sharpening can be classical (European) or convection (Japanese). It is believed that convex gives more variety in work, but it is, by definition, more expensive, since it requires the use of steel of increased hardness to maintain the sharpness of the edge.
The location of the rings affects how the scissors will “sit” in the hand. Here, too, there are classics, semi-ergonomics, ergonomics and even movable rings. It all depends on individual preferences, technique and features of the anatomical structure of the hand. Tip: choose a tool based on your feelings.
Thinning scissors:
There are one-sided and two-sided. Double-sided thinning scissors have teeth on both working blades, single-sided thinning scissors have teeth on only one. All hair that falls between the teeth remains long, all hair that falls on the teeth is cut off. Therefore, single-sided scissors cut more hair than double-sided scissors. The number of teeth, their width, as well as the distance between the teeth will give you completely different results from each other. And if you are a supporter of creativity, then you have a vast field for choice. There are models with canvases from a few wide teeth to a palisade of four dozen.
combs
There is no need to describe the importance of this tool. At the same time, many beginners believe that where, and you can save money on a comb. In vain. Seriously harm the result.
Straight razor
If you masterfully wield fear, forget everything you were taught. To work with the flow of customers, you will have to retrain to shavett. We didn’t just clarify – you really have to retrain. The assertion that the shavetka is the same fear, only with replaceable blades, has no reasonable grounds. First of all, the blade extension feature requires a different approach in terms of technique. Therefore, before brandishing a tool in front of an astonished customer, take the time to master the tool. Why the extra sacrifice?
Pay attention to ergonomics, hold the device in your hands. Decide on the weight of the tool. Many craftsmen prefer a lightweight plastic handle. There are also shavetkas with an advanced blade grip design (spring type).
And take a closer look at disposable razors – a song. They took out the tool, cleaned it, threw it away.
Mustache and beard scissors
Miniature, maneuverable, sharp. The tool is specially designed for the hair of a special structure. It has its own ergonomics and sharpening.
power tool
A few words about power tools. Required to purchase a rotary machine, shaver and hair dryer. The question of choice is the subject of a separate review. But here we will probably risk making a choice in favor of manufacturers widely represented in the country. After all, the possibility of warranty and post-warranty service and the availability of spare parts in the region are important here. No matter how cool the tool is in your hands, if it is impossible to quickly repair it, it will become absolutely useless.
Let’s sum it up: the barber’s arsenal is a loose concept. And we can only talk about the most important things within the framework of one article. But in order to join the ranks, it is enough to acquire the most necessary. And then you yourself will feel what you are missing. without our advice.
