{"id":318,"date":"2023-07-07T14:07:21","date_gmt":"2023-07-07T14:07:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/japaneseshears.org\/?p=318"},"modified":"2023-07-07T14:07:21","modified_gmt":"2023-07-07T14:07:21","slug":"a-guide-on-using-thinning-shears-for-hairstylists","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/japaneseshears.org\/a-guide-on-using-thinning-shears-for-hairstylists\/","title":{"rendered":"A guide on Using Thinning Shears for Hairstylists"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_65 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/japaneseshears.org\/a-guide-on-using-thinning-shears-for-hairstylists\/#A_Quick_Guide_On_Using_Thinning_Shears_Like_Pros\" title=\"A Quick Guide On Using Thinning Shears Like Pros\">A Quick Guide On Using Thinning Shears Like Pros<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-2' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/japaneseshears.org\/a-guide-on-using-thinning-shears-for-hairstylists\/#What_Are_Thinning_Shears\" title=\"What Are Thinning Shears?\">What Are Thinning Shears?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/japaneseshears.org\/a-guide-on-using-thinning-shears-for-hairstylists\/#Three_Main_Types_of_Thinning_Shears\" title=\"Three Main Types of Thinning Shears:\">Three Main Types of Thinning Shears:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/japaneseshears.org\/a-guide-on-using-thinning-shears-for-hairstylists\/#A_Guide_to_Using_Thinning_Shears_To_Add_Texture\" title=\"A Guide to Using Thinning Shears To Add Texture\">A Guide to Using Thinning Shears To Add Texture<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/japaneseshears.org\/a-guide-on-using-thinning-shears-for-hairstylists\/#A_Guide_to_Using_Thinning_Shears_To_Thin_Out_Hair\" title=\"A Guide to Using Thinning Shears To Thin Out Hair\">A Guide to Using Thinning Shears To Thin Out Hair<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/japaneseshears.org\/a-guide-on-using-thinning-shears-for-hairstylists\/#How_To_Clean_Thinning_Shears\" title=\"How To Clean Thinning Shears\">How To Clean Thinning Shears<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/japaneseshears.org\/a-guide-on-using-thinning-shears-for-hairstylists\/#The_Best_Thinning_Shears_For_Hairstylists\" title=\"The Best Thinning Shears For Hairstylists\">The Best Thinning Shears For Hairstylists<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/japaneseshears.org\/a-guide-on-using-thinning-shears-for-hairstylists\/#Jonetsu_Shears_Offset_Thinning_Shears\" title=\"Jonetsu Shears Offset Thinning Shears\">Jonetsu Shears Offset Thinning Shears<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/japaneseshears.org\/a-guide-on-using-thinning-shears-for-hairstylists\/#Yasaka_YS_60_Inch_Hair_Thinning_Scissor\" title=\"Yasaka YS 6.0 Inch Hair Thinning Scissor\">Yasaka YS 6.0 Inch Hair Thinning Scissor<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/japaneseshears.org\/a-guide-on-using-thinning-shears-for-hairstylists\/#Ichiro_Rose_Gold_Thinning_Shears\" title=\"Ichiro Rose Gold Thinning Shears\">Ichiro Rose Gold Thinning Shears<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h1><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"A_Quick_Guide_On_Using_Thinning_Shears_Like_Pros\"><\/span>A Quick Guide On Using Thinning Shears Like Pros<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When it comes to achieving precise and sharp results in your hair-cutting work, the quality of your tools is of utmost importance. If you&#8217;re a hairstylist looking for a new pair of thinning shears to enhance your professional kit, you&#8217;ve come to the right place. In this informative guide, we will provide you with all the essential information you need to make an informed decision and choose the best thinning shears for your hairstyling needs.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Are_Thinning_Shears\"><\/span>What Are Thinning Shears?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-320 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/japaneseshears.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/how-to-use-thinning-shears.png\" alt=\"how to use thinning shears\" width=\"304\" height=\"159\" srcset=\"https:\/\/japaneseshears.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/how-to-use-thinning-shears.png 1200w, https:\/\/japaneseshears.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/how-to-use-thinning-shears-300x157.png 300w, https:\/\/japaneseshears.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/how-to-use-thinning-shears-1024x536.png 1024w, https:\/\/japaneseshears.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/how-to-use-thinning-shears-768x402.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 304px) 100vw, 304px\" \/>When cutting your client&#8217;s hair, it&#8217;s crucial to use thinning shears to maintain length and shape while reducing the thickness and adding surface. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Double-Stylist-Barber-Thinning-Scissors\/dp\/B07CRPK9RZ\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>Thinning shears<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> have smooth edges on one side and creases or teeth on the other, which is very different from traditional cutting shears. They appear in various forms, each with opposing teeth that provide variable results. Achieve optimal results by using thinning shears on dry hair, allowing you to observe the natural hair fall precisely. Enhance your technique with the art of using thinning shears.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Three_Main_Types_of_Thinning_Shears\"><\/span>Three Main Types of Thinning Shears:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Thinning shears with 20 to 30 teeth are ideal for creating texture and blending effects in the hair.\u00a0<\/span><\/i><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For removing bulk, it is recommended to use thinning shears with either 6 to 12 teeth or 30 to 40 teeth.\u00a0<\/span><\/i><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Thinning shears with 14 to 20 teeth are well-suited for blending and providing a polished finishing touch.<\/span><\/i><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"A_Guide_to_Using_Thinning_Shears_To_Add_Texture\"><\/span>A Guide to Using Thinning Shears To Add Texture<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How you have been trained can impact your approach to using thinning shears to add texture and movement to your client&#8217;s hair. A simple technique involves working on one hair section at a time.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Begin by pulling the section away from the face and holding the ends between your fingers.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Position the thinning shears horizontally against the hair ends and make slight inward cuts to shape them according to your desired outcome.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"A_Guide_to_Using_Thinning_Shears_To_Thin_Out_Hair\"><\/span>A Guide to Using Thinning Shears To Thin Out Hair<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is advisable to follow the techniques you have been formally trained in or those that have proven successful. As a general guideline, the alternating technique is commonly recommended when thinning out thicker hair.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To achieve the desired thinning effect, position the tip of your thinning shears upwards and cut the hair at the midpoint of each 3-inch section.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0Repeat this step with the shears&#8217; end facing downwards. Continuously go through the sections to ensure the desired level of thinness.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Related: <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/japaneseshears.org\/5-joewell-scissors-professional-hairdressers\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>Top 6 Joewell Shears for Professional Hairdressers and Barbers<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_To_Clean_Thinning_Shears\"><\/span>How To Clean Thinning Shears<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Maintaining good hygiene practices is essential for every hairdresser, including proper care of your thinning shears to ensure their longevity. It is advised to clean your thinning shears using warm water and your preferred cleaning solution. Remember to allow them to dry thoroughly between each cleaning session. Additionally, make it a habit to clean your shears after every use and periodically give them deep cleans to keep them in optimal condition.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Best_Thinning_Shears_For_Hairstylists\"><\/span>The Best Thinning Shears For Hairstylists<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Jonetsu_Shears_Offset_Thinning_Shears\"><\/span>Jonetsu Shears Offset Thinning Shears<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-321 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/japaneseshears.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/how-to-use-thinning-shears-on-bangs.png\" alt=\"how to use thinning shears on bangs\" width=\"200\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/japaneseshears.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/how-to-use-thinning-shears-on-bangs.png 480w, https:\/\/japaneseshears.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/how-to-use-thinning-shears-on-bangs-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/japaneseshears.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/how-to-use-thinning-shears-on-bangs-150x150.png 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px\" \/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.japanscissors.com.au\/collections\/shop-juntetsu-scissors\/products\/juntetsu-offset-6-0-inch-thinning-scissor\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Juntetsu Hair Thinning Shears<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> are crafted with superior VG10 steel for lightweight precision. The clam-shaped blade and ergonomic handle ensure effortless cuts without strain or injury. With 30 thinning teeth, they deliver smooth, precise results. Trusted by professionals in Australia and New Zealand, the set includes a choice of Juntetsu Thinning Shear, a leather pouch, a cleaning cloth, and scissor oil.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Yasaka_YS_60_Inch_Hair_Thinning_Scissor\"><\/span>Yasaka YS 6.0 Inch Hair Thinning Scissor<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-322 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/japaneseshears.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/how-to-use-thinning-shears-on-yourself.png\" alt=\"how to use thinning shears on yourself\" width=\"199\" height=\"199\" srcset=\"https:\/\/japaneseshears.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/how-to-use-thinning-shears-on-yourself.png 480w, https:\/\/japaneseshears.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/how-to-use-thinning-shears-on-yourself-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/japaneseshears.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/how-to-use-thinning-shears-on-yourself-150x150.png 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 199px) 100vw, 199px\" \/>The <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.jpscissors.com\/products\/yasaka-ys-thinning-scissor\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">YS Yasaka Thinning Shears,<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> available in 6&#8243; inch size, employs Japanese sharpened prism technology to ensure the sharpest cuts. These shears offer different tooth options ideal for thinning and texturizing alongside your cutting shears. The number of teeth indicates the estimated amount of hair to be removed: 40 teeth (50% cut-away), 30 teeth (35% cut-away), 20 teeth (25% cut-away), and 16 teeth (15% cut-away). The uniquely designed ergonomic handle provides a natural and comfortable position for your fingers and thumb, reducing stress during long cutting hours. The lightweight construction and secure grip alleviate pressure on your wrist and elbow.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ichiro_Rose_Gold_Thinning_Shears\"><\/span>Ichiro Rose Gold Thinning Shears<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-323 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/japaneseshears.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/how-to-use-thinning-shears-on-men.png\" alt=\"how to use thinning shears on men\" width=\"200\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/japaneseshears.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/how-to-use-thinning-shears-on-men.png 940w, https:\/\/japaneseshears.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/how-to-use-thinning-shears-on-men-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/japaneseshears.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/how-to-use-thinning-shears-on-men-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/japaneseshears.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/how-to-use-thinning-shears-on-men-768x768.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px\" \/>The <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.japanscissors.com.au\/collections\/ichiro-japan-scissors\/products\/ichiro-rose-gold-thinning-scissors\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rose Gold Thinning Shear<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, created especially for stylists and hairdressers in the industry, is the height of elegance. This scissor, made of premium cutting steel, is perfect for thinning down your clients&#8217; hair. The Ichiro thinning shears come as a complete set with a genuine bag, maintenance kit, style razor, and other add-ons.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A Quick Guide On Using Thinning Shears Like Pros When it comes to achieving precise and sharp results in your hair-cutting work, the quality of your tools is of utmost importance. If you&#8217;re a hairstylist looking for a new pair of thinning shears to enhance your professional kit, you&#8217;ve come to the right place. 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