unit 206 cutting women's hair tutor – lisa collins
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Why do we cut hair ?Why do we cut hair ?
• To remove damaged or split ends• To Thin and taper hair to reduce bulk• To reduce the overall length• To create new shape/style • To add texture and interest • To achieve the clients wishes
Health & Safety Health & Safety whilst cuttingwhilst cutting In groups, make a
list of all the different health
and safety concerns to
consider when cutting.
• PPE• Sterilised tools and
equipment• Hair continuously swept
up• Clean work area• If you cut your client the
wound must be cleaned wearing gloves
• Cuts to self to be cleaned and covered with plasters
• Scissors to be used and stored safely out of reach
• Razor blades to go in the yellow sharps box
Consultations SkillsConsultations SkillsGood hairdressing is communication and skill. Never shampoo a client without providing a full consultation with open questions using visual aids, being aware of the clients body language, repeat instruction for clarity .The top 3 reasons why people leave their hairdressers are:-1) They always did what they wanted to do2) They didn’t listen to me or suggest anything new3) They did something too drastic.
ActivityActivity
• Work in pairs
• List all the ways we communicate with each other
• What is the most important skill you need to communicate with your client ?
Non-verbal CommunicationNon-verbal Communication
50%Body language
40% Tone of voice
10% Words
As you can see from the pie chart, body language is a very important part of communication
Consultation processConsultation process• List in pairs the
information which must be identified during the consultation.
• Always complete a consultation sheet before you cut anyone’s hair at College..
• Texture, coarse/medium/fine
• Density, sparse/abundant
• Hair condition• Hair growth patterns• Natural hair fall • Degree of curl• Face shape• Head shape• Hair elasticity• Discuss length, shape fringes and partings,
lifestyle• Use visual aids
Hair Growth PatternsHair Growth Patterns can you recognise the following can you recognise the following
Widow’s peak
Double crown
Cowlick
Nape whorl
Discuss how you would cut certain styles that may effect the end result due to hair growth patterns
ProfileProfile
The proportions, balance and distribution will be a
frame for the head and face.
Make sure you feel the head shape, especially if you
Are taking the hair short.
Corrective Face ShapesCorrective Face Shapes
The oval shapeIs a
balanced equal shape
Round Heart
Triangular
Rectangular/Long
Square
Diamond
In green= face shapes
Corrective style grey/white
Complete the table - Cutting wet or dryTutor – answers on next slide
Technique Wet Dry Because
Club yes
Freehand
Thinning (Scissors)
Could remove too much bulk.
Scissor over comb
No
Answers - Cutting wet or dry
Technique Wet Dry Because
Club yes yes It reduces length
Freehand yes yes It blends in the hair better to the natural fall
Thinning (Scissors)
No Yes Could remove too much bulk if wet
Scissor over comb
No Yes You can graduate the hair better and reduce steps when dry
Cutting ShapesCutting Shapes
There are 4 basic cutting shapes you will learn on your VRQ level 2 qualification. Once you have gained confidence and are competent on these shapes, you can then build on these to create a variety of different looks.
1) One length
2) Uniform layer
3) Short graduation
4) Long graduation
This section runs vertically ↕. Vertical sections can go from the centre front hair line to the centre back nape. Sometimes they are shorter.
This section runs horizontally ↔. Horizontal sections can go across the nape, across the crown or round the back of the head from ear to ear.
This section runs diagonally . Diagonal sections can go from left to right or from right to left . They are usually positioned to follow the shape of the head.
Here, the horizontal
guideline runs across the head just above the
ears. The vertical guideline runs from the crown to form a
‘T’.
AnglesAngles
This section of hairhas been lifted 90°
to the head.
These sections ofhair have alsobeen lifted 90°
to the head.
This hair is held down close to the head at a 0° angle.
At what angle is this section of
hair held?
Uniform Layer AnglesUniform Layer Angles
GuidelinesGuidelines
Why is it important to follow guidelines.
How do you cross check a hair cut and why?
To determine the finished length and shape of the required haircut
To ensure a methodical progression of the cut
To enable accuracy
The opposite way to the way you cut (vertically or horizontally)
Use mirror to determine balance
To ensure accuracy
Which are vertical guidelines? ____________________________________
Which are horizontal guidelines? __________________________________
Horizontal = A , D, FVertical = B, C, E
GuidelinesGuidelines
Can you label the diagram with Can you label the diagram with the correct anglesthe correct angles
180º
0º
Tutor - Answers on next page
Complete the table for the following haircuts
Weight distribution
Balance Degree of graduation
Even
Eye level
Varied
One length
UniformShort graduation
Long graduation
Asymmetric
Tutor – answers on next slide
Answers
Weight distribution
Balance Degree of graduation
Perimeter Even 0
Even Even 90
Eye level Even 45 (approx)
Weight at neck
Even 135 (approx)
Heavier one side
Uneven Varied
One length
UniformShort graduation
Long graduation
Asymmetric
Aftercare adviceAftercare advice
When would you recommend a client to return to the salon?
How much does the average hair grow per month?
When the style begins to lose shape
When they experience difficulties styling the hair
According to the rate of the hair growth
1.25cm or ½ inch per month