Taper Piercing

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If you are one of those who get their hair cut regularly, then you are probably familiar with a thinning shear. This kind of hair scissor, usually used by hairstylist, is technically designed to give hair an extra flair and texture. The sole purpose of the use of a thinning shear is to thin out the hair and remove the extra bulk for a finer look without having to cut it down. Most hairstylists go for known quality brands of thinning shears like Bonica shears. Using a good quality shear will help achieve a better look.

Thinning shears are pretty much similar to a regular scissor; the only difference is that instead of ordinary blades, it has toothed blades that resemble a comb. It is mainly used to shape and thin hair without having to modify the style. The toothed blades generate uneven cuts creating a more textured look. People who have thick hair usually use shears to thin down their hair for a lesser bulk. It is also commonly used by hairstylist when layering the hair.

With the right tool in hand, you can thin your hair on your own; here are simple steps that could come in handy.

o To thin out long and thick hair, smoothly comb your hair. Divide the hair into smaller sections as it will be much easier for you to work in small sections; start by working on the first section. Slide the shear somewhere between 1/3 or half way along the length from the scalp, create a single snip then remove. Next get a comb and start removing excess hair that has been cut by combing the whole area. After which, go to the next section and repeat the process.

o If you have to go back to the previous section of hair, repeat the same procedure; this time only make a snip 1/3 away from the ends of the hair. This is done to taper the fullness of hair. Always create uniform cuts and never make any unnecessary thinning since it will give the hair a scanty look. If you have to thin out your hair the third time, pass through the middle part of the hair.

o Remember to invest in high grade quality shears; one recommended brand of thinning shears is Bonica shears. Ensuring that you are using a good quality thinning shear will get the job done easier and faster and the result will be amazing.

o To create modish looking bangs, use the thinning shear half way down the hair shaft. If you just want to put an added texture on the ends of your bangs, all you have to do is to create a snip on the ends of the bangs.

These are just some of the simple, quick and easy to follow steps that will guide you in effectively thinning out your hair. But it will still be best if this will be done by a professional stylist, you will be ensured to achieve a better looking hairstyle. Moreover, hairstylists are equipped with only the best thinning shears like Bonica shears which is a very important tool to perfectly thin out the hair for a more textured and edgy look. Grab one and come out with the same professional style you get in a salon.

Krystal is a professional beauty consultant with Salon Hive

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