Shear Stories Blog

As a hairstylist, what other things should I consider when buying a new shear?

by Benjamin Seyfarth
Keiki 40-series Crane-Handle Shear
Selecting a shear can be overwhelming for any stylist. This post will give useful and important tips on how to best select your next pair of shears.
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What makes a left-handed shear different from a right-handed shear?

by Benjamin Seyfarth
Hikari L605 6.0" True Lefty Stylist Shear
What's really the difference between left- and right-handed shears? This article describes the difference between shears, so lefties can make more-informed shear buying decisions.
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What 3 Factors are Most Important when Selecting a Thinning or Blending Scissor?

by Benjamin Seyfarth
Image shows a 28-tooth Keiki thinning shear
When looking to buy a thinning, blending, or notching shear, the barber or stylist is confronted with a wide range of options. Which of these are most important in selecting the shear to best suit their needs and requirements? This article seeks to answer this question with three helpful tips.
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Where do the best-made shears come from?

by Benjamin Seyfarth
Where do the best-made shears come from?
When shopping for shears, stylists should definitely check the shear's country of origin, to gain a valuable insight into how good (or bad) that shear might be!
Posted in Hair shears, hikari, hikari shears, japanese scissors, japanese shears, mizutani, mizutani shears, quality shears, salon shears, scissor, shear, stylist

Two Great Ways to Clean and Care For Your Salon Shears

by Benjamin Seyfarth
Two Great Ways to Clean and Care For Your Salon Shears
Properly caring for your hair shears is critical to them lasting a long time, and to easing the stress on your hands and joints. Learn these quick and easy steps to care for your hair shears today!
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