Hair stylists use a variety of tools in order to give their clients the look that they want. When it comes to hair styling tools, having an excellent pair of hair shears is absolutely essential. Whether you just started cosmetology school or are about to get your first chair in a salon, use the following tips to help you purchase the best hair shears possible:

Type of Steel

If you want your hair shears to last, you need to buy a pair that is made of high quality steel. In general, most salon-quality hair shears will either be stamped with the words stainless steel, Japanese steel, or Made in Japan. Many stylists consider hair shears that are made in Japan with high-quality steel to be the best option, followed by Japanese steel and then stainless steel.

Blade

In less expensive hair shears, you will find beveled blades. Some people believe that a beveled blade can be beneficial for a new stylist, since the serrated blade help grip the hair. However, hair shears with a beveled blade can't be used for slicing hair, and you won't be able to sharpen a pair of hair shears with a beveled blade.

If you want to invest in a higher end pair of hair shears, look for ones that have convex or sword blades. These types of blades are very powerful and easily slice through hair. In addition, convex blades and sword blades can easily be sharpened until they are as sharp as a razor.

Handle Shape

In most cases, the shape of the handle on a pair of hair shears comes down to personal preference. But since you will be using your hair shears often, it is very important that the handles are comfortable in your hand and easy for you to hold and manipulate. Ideally, you should visit a store that stocks a wide variety of hair shears with different types of handles. This will give you the opportunity to hold the shears in your hand and find the handle type that is the best fit for you.

Brand of Hair Shears

Before investing in a pair of hair shears, it is worth your time to do some research and familiarize yourself with the different brands. Doing so will help you see what is available and what brands are highly recommended by other stylists. In addition, doing your research will help ensure that you know what a certain brand of hair scissors should cost so you can find a good deal. 

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