Korean Trend Cutting & Soft Blending
Techniques and tool choices behind Korean soft layering, see-through fringes, and trend cuts.
Key hallmarks
- Airy, transparent bangs with precise length control.
- Soft volume around crown, minimal weight at perimeter.
- Hybrid wet/dry cutting and styling to lock in glassy finishes.
- Product layering (essence, cream, spray) to maintain flow.
Tool + product setup
| Item | Use |
|---|---|
| 5.0”–5.5” detail shear | Bang + contour work |
| 6.0” slim shear | Overall shaping |
| 30-tooth thinning shear | Debulk internal layers |
| Flat iron + mini iron | S-curve fringe finishing |
| Lightweight styling cream + shine mist | Signature glass finish |
Service playbook
| Step | Actions |
|---|---|
| Consultation | Determine desired idol/reference look, assess hair health, document styling habits |
| Sectioning | Create triangle fringe panel, diagonal layers, and soft drop sections |
| Cutting | Combine slide cutting + point detailing for airy edges; maintain 45° finger angle |
| Styling | Blow-dry with round brush, refine with mini iron, finish with shine mist |
| Education | Teach clients touch-up (flat iron tapping, product dosage) |
Training drills
- Fringe lab: practice transparent bang trims on mannequin with timer.
- Iron choreography: refine S-curve motion—record and watch for consistency.
- Glass finish station: test product layering to avoid weight.
KPIs
- Trend service bookings per month.
- Retail attach of finishing serums.
- Social engagement (before/after posts).
- Client satisfaction surveys after two weeks.
Sync this curriculum with the overall international crosswalk to keep Korean trend expertise evolving alongside other regional influences.