TX Barber Hair Cutting Techniques & Barbering Services

Question 1

What does 'elevation' refer to in the context of hair cutting?

Accepted Answer

The angle at which hair is held away from the head before cutting

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The height of the barber chair adjustment

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The amount of product applied before cutting

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The speed at which scissors are used

Question 2

Which hair cutting technique removes interior bulk without shortening the overall perimeter length?

Accepted Answer

Thinning or slithering

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Blunt cutting

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Point cutting at the perimeter

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Cross-checking

Question 3

What is a 'guide' or 'guideline' used for when cutting hair?

Accepted Answer

Establishing a reference length that subsequent sections are matched to

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Marking where to apply color

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Measuring the client's head circumference

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Determining the proper chair height

Question 4

When performing a blunt cut, the hair is held at what degree of elevation?

Accepted Answer

0 degrees

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45 degrees

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90 degrees

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180 degrees

Question 5

The 'scissor over comb' technique is most commonly used to:

Accepted Answer

Taper and blend short hair at the nape, ears, and sideburns

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Create highlights at the perimeter

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Apply chemical relaxers evenly

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Section hair for a formal updo

Question 6

Which clipper guard number leaves approximately 1/2 inch of hair length?

Accepted Answer

Guard #4

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Guard #1

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Guard #2

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Guard #3

Question 7

What is the primary purpose of a horseshoe parting in a clipper haircut?

Accepted Answer

To divide the top section from the sides and back for systematic cutting

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To separate gray hair from pigmented hair for coloring

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To identify the natural cowlick pattern before cutting

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To mark where highlights will be applied