Hairdressing scissors are an important tool in every hairdresser's kit. Hairdressing scissors have different blade designs, used in hairdressing techniques to create thin, soft and natural hair.

Features and types of hair scissors

Hairdressing scissors are specially designed unlike regular cutting scissors, mainly the difference in the blade surface. In hairdressing scissors, the blade surface has a curved design to create hair movement. Hairdressing scissors are often used in layer cutting techniques to create layers, creating alternating texture between long and short hair strands.

The two main types of hair scissors are commonly used: 1-blade hair scissors and 2-blade hair scissors. In particular, 2-blade hair scissors are the traditional type used by many hairdressers in the past with extremely sensitive hair trimming ability. However, this type of scissors has a high hair trimming rate, is difficult to control the hair fall and requires a highly skilled worker to avoid damaging the hair. 

More popular in the past 2 years is the single-blade grooming scissors with a design of 1 sharp blade, 1 blunt blade. This special design helps the hairdresser easily control the amount of hair falling when grooming, the hair-eating ratio is low, and the hair after grooming will be more natural. This is also the hottest grooming scissors line that is currently favored by hairdressers.

Why should you use single-blade scissors?

Using 1-blade sharp scissors in hairdressing has many advantages and benefits. Outstanding in design and feature improvements, 1-blade sharp scissors are gradually replacing 2-blade sharp scissors in the hairdressers' scissors set. Here are some reasons why 1-blade sharp scissors are so hot and widely used:

• • Precision Cutting: Straight blades provide precise and sharp cutting. This is important for styling and cutting hair using special techniques or new hair trends.
  • Control the cutting line: With a sharp blade that has a certain amount of hair running, you can better control the cutting process, especially when performing special cutting techniques such as cutting the ends of the hair or creating a soft, natural look for the hair. In addition, because the grooming scissors are 1-blade, you just need to close the scissors and cut to easily have a softer sliding cut than with a regular grooming blade. 
  • Create natural thinning: The combination of 1 sharp blade and 1 dull blade will help to create natural thinning, control the hair thinning ratio without breaking the hair structure, reduce split ends and hair breakage, help to create different hair layers and textures.
  • High performance: Like other scissors, single-blade sharpening scissors are often made from high-quality materials such as Japanese steel, which helps keep the cutting edge sharp for a long time and ensures performance when used continuously for a long time.
  • Convenient for special techniques: In some special hair cutting techniques, such as bob cutting or special styling, using a sharp single-edged shear can help create smooth and precise cuts.
  • Convenient for detailed techniques: The sharp single-edged grooming scissors are also suitable for detailed cutting techniques, especially when you want to create special cuts or detailed styling on the hair.
  • Single-blade grooming scissors are also safer and easier to use for all levels of hairdressers, easily creating perfect hair without requiring too much technique and experience as when using sharp double-blade scissors.

Notes when choosing the right hair scissors

When choosing a hair clipper, there are a few important considerations to make to ensure that you are using the right tool for your specific needs. Here are some considerations when choosing a hair clipper:

• • Hair Type and Purpose: Determine the type of hair you typically work with (thick, fine, straight, curly) and the purpose for which you will be using the scissors (cutting, styling, thinning, texturizing). This will help you choose the right scissors for your specific job.
  • Blade material: Choose scissors with blades made from high-quality materials such as stainless steel or high-grade alloy. Scissors made from Japanese steel will have good sharpness and durability and are considered the most perfect steel for making scissors.
  • Blades and design: Convex blades and bamboo leaf design are the most popular choice among hairdressers today.
  • Scissor size: Choose a size that fits your hand for easy grip and flexibility during use. For men, choose a 6.0-inch sharpener and for women, choose a 5.5-inch sharpener.
  • Ergonomic design: Depending on the needs and comfort during use, each worker will choose different handle designs. A recommendation is that you should choose scissors with an anatomical Ergonomic design to help avoid hand fatigue and ensure the most comfortable use for long periods of time. 
  • Opening and Closing Mechanism: Some scissors have a screw adjustment mechanism that allows you to adjust the tilt of the cutting blade, optimizing flexibility and precision.
  • Brand and quality: Choose scissors from reputable brands to ensure quality and optimize features. A good pair of scissors will provide maximum support when cutting and styling and limit unnecessary risks. In addition to the ability to sharpen smoothly and softly, high-quality scissors will have a long service life and are easy to maintain. Meanwhile, most scissors from China have a short lifespan and often need to be replaced.

Some other features: You should pay attention to the features and techniques when choosing a grooming scissor. For example, with a CR-BD grooming scissor from the Tora brand, you will be able to perform many different grooming techniques such as Slide Cut, Stroke Cut, Effect, Chop Cut, Dry Cut. Or scissors with 3D Anatomic handles will be flexible for any grip position. 

Address to buy genuine and reputable scissors

Scissors are a tool that is closely associated with the skill and reputation of the hairdresser throughout his or her hairdressing career. Therefore, when choosing to buy scissors, the hairdresser not only pays attention to the features, design, and brand, but also pays attention to finding a genuine place to buy and the accompanying warranty policies. 

With the same features and design, each brand will have different prices and customer care services. You can easily buy a pair of domestically produced scissors from reputable brands or imported scissors from Japan, Germany, China. 

However, during continuous use with high frequency every day, scissors need warranty, periodic maintenance or repair when chipped, dropped, warped, etc. Therefore, most professional hairstylists often choose to buy domestic scissors such as Viko, Akafuji or the highest quality Tora brands.

These brands stand out with their designs that fit Vietnamese hands and are handcrafted from 100% Japanese steel to ensure maximum sharpness, strength and durability. Furthermore, sharpening scissors or any type of scissors purchased here can be easily and quickly maintained and repaired by artisans with more than 20 years of experience. 

Tora is famous in the hair industry for its high quality, outstanding durability and perfect design that has received high praise from professional hairstylists. This is also the most popular high-end hair cutting scissors brand in recent years. When buying scissors at Tora, customers will receive a free return policy within 7 days and a 2-year warranty from the company.

Currently, Tora has showrooms in Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City and a nationwide sales system. You can visit the store or website to refer to suitable scissor models.

Above is some information about hair scissors and experiences for hairstylists when choosing to buy. Hopefully the article will help you in the process of finding the right scissors to accompany your hairdressing career.