Semi-Convex Edge
Semi-Convex Edge
Quick look
- Feel: Hybrid arc keeps the close silky while a narrow bevel adds reassuring bite.1,2
- Versatility: Handles wet foundations, dry detailing, and light slide work without swapping tools.1,2
- Care level: Easier to service than a full convex, but still needs mindful sharpening to protect the curve.1,3
Why stylists pick it
Semi-convex blades borrow the buttery glide of Japanese convex profiles and blend it with a slim support bevel, so the edge stays stable on dense sections.1,2 That balance makes them go-to daily drivers for stylists who bounce between blunt foundations and airy texture without carrying multiple shears.2
Technique map
- Everyday wet cutting and graduation where a hint of grip keeps sections anchored.1,2
- Dry refinement passes (point cutting, soft channeling, and fringe detailing) without the drag of a full bevel.1,2
- Salon rotations that mix precision and slide work in quick succession.2
Usage notes
- Maintain neutral tension; let the bevel provide control instead of squeezing through the stroke.1
- Combine micro slide motions with point closures to blend weight lines on layered cuts.1,2
- Wipe and oil after each client so the hybrid bevel stays clean and doesn’t gum up mid-shift.3
Maintenance
- Ask your sharpener to preserve the micro-bevel and overall curve - aggressive grinding turns it into a scratchy bevel.1,3
- Schedule sharpening before the bevel flattens; a light polish restores glide without removing excess steel.3
- Store closed in a padded sleeve to protect the supported lip from hard knocks.3
| Related edges: Convex Edge | Beveled Edge | 3D Convex Edge |