Video Lessons for Scissor Care & Technique
Curated education for stylists who want sharper tools, smoother cuts, and healthier hands.
- 9 Lessons Available
- 3 Core Categories
- 4 Upcoming Releases
- 100% Technique Focused
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Each lesson is short, practical, and focused on a single outcome—perfect if you need a refresher between clients or want to drill a new technique.
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01 Maintenance & Care
Keep scissors performing like new with fast daily routines.
Daily Cleaning & Wipe-Down Routine
The 60-second end-of-day routine that prevents buildup, corrosion, and blade drag. Covers chamois technique, debris removal from the pivot area, and when to use alcohol vs dry cloth.
How to Oil Your Scissors Correctly
Where to apply oil (pivot screw and ride line only), how much to use (one drop), and which oils to avoid. Includes the tissue test for over-oiling and frequency guidelines by usage volume.
Tension Adjustment: The Tissue Drop Test
How to check and adjust scissor tension using the tissue drop method. Correct tension means the blades close smoothly under their own weight from 45 degrees with slight resistance at the tips.
02 Cutting Techniques
Technique breakdowns paired with the right scissor type for each method.
Point Cutting for Texture & Movement
Using the tips of convex-edge scissors to create soft, diffused texture. Covers blade angle, entry depth, and why convex (hamaguri-ba) edges enable this technique where beveled edges struggle.
Slide Cutting Fundamentals
The technique that only works with sharp convex blades. How to maintain consistent pressure, read hair tension, and create seamless weight removal without visible cut marks.
Precision Bob: Line Control & Blade Angle
Achieving clean, weight-line bobs requires specific blade geometry and hand position. Covers over-direction, elevation angles, and why blade length (5.5 vs 6.0 vs 6.5 inch) changes the result.
03 Troubleshooting
Diagnose problems fast and keep tools performing.
Diagnosing Common Scissor Problems
Hair folding instead of cutting, blade catching, uneven tension, and clicking sounds. A systematic diagnosis guide covering the most frequent issues and whether they require professional service or a simple adjustment.
When to Sharpen: Reading the Warning Signs
The four signs your scissors need sharpening: pushing hair instead of cutting, requiring more hand pressure, leaving bent ends on fine hair, and inconsistent results. Plus: how often by steel type (440C every 3-6 months, VG-10 every 6-12 months, PM steels 12+ months).
Storage & Transport Best Practices
Why a proper case matters more than you think. Blade-to-blade contact causes micro-chipping. Leather rolls vs hard cases vs magnetic strips. The dropped-scissors protocol: what to check and when to send for professional assessment.
Coming Soon
We’re constantly producing new content to help advanced stylists refine their craft.
- Thinning shear tooth count explained: 30T vs 40T vs chunking shears
- Ergonomic hand positions to prevent repetitive strain injury
- Understanding blade lines: Japanese curved geometry vs Western straight
- The sharpening process: what happens when your scissors are professionally serviced
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