A barber is providing a step-by-step guide on how to achieve a seamless blend and taper for a haircut.
Step 1: Cutting the Hair to a #5 Guard Length
The barber is using a clipper to cut the entire head to a #5 guard length. He starts at the bottom and works his way up, using a comb to ensure the hair is cut evenly and against the grain.
Step 2: Creating the Taper
Using the clipper with the lever closed, the barber creates a line at the bottom of the ear. He then opens the lever and uses the clipper to create a seamless blend between the #5 guard length and the shorter length below the ear.
Step 3: Blending the Taper
Using a #1 guard, the barber blends the taper, making sure to maintain the shape of the head and not create a harsh line. He uses a flicking motion to blend the hair, making it easier to blend out.
Step 4: Creating a Seamless Blend
The barber uses a #2 guard to blend the hair, starting at the bottom and working his way up. He uses the corner of the blade to create a seamless blend, making sure not to take off too much hair.
Step 5: Detailing and Trimming
The barber uses a trimmer to detail and trim the hair, making sure to create a clean and defined edge around the ears and neck.
Step 6: Lining Up the Hair
The barber uses a razor to line up the hair, making sure to stretch the skin in the opposite direction of the razor. He also uses a airbrush with kiss express and alcohol mix to darken up the edges and make the hairline pop.
Step 7: Finishing Touches
The barber uses a shaver to get rid of any stray hairs and to make the hairline super sharp. He also uses a clipper with a comb attachment to blend the sides of the hair and create a seamless blend.
The barber then shows the before and after results, and the client is satisfied with the haircut.
Here are the key facts extracted from the text:
1. The barber uses a five guard with the lever closed to cut the hair.
2. The barber combs the hair to ensure it's all combed through and combed out before cutting.
3. The barber cuts the hair against the grain to achieve an even cut.
4. The barber uses a clipper with the lever closed to create a line for the taper.
5. The barber uses a one guard with the lever all the way open to create a seamless blend.
6. The barber uses a two guard to blend the taper into the five guard.
7. The barber uses a one and a half guard to get rid of the line between the one and two guards.
8. The barber uses a half guard to get rid of the last line.
9. The barber starts with the lever open and gradually closes it to avoid taking off too much hair.
10. The barber uses a trimmer to blend the bottom of the hair.
11. The barber uses a shaver to get a close shave and make the taper pop.
12. The barber uses a one guard with the lever all the way open to detail and blend the taper.
13. The barber uses a corner of the blade to detail the sides.
14. The barber uses a two guard to blend the taper into the five guard on the sides.
15. The barber uses a one and a half guard to get rid of the line between the one and two guards on the sides.
16. The barber uses a clipper over comb to blend the sides into the length on top.
17. The barber lines up the hair around the ear and nape area.
18. The barber uses a razor to get rid of any remaining hairs and make the hairline super sharp.
19. The barber uses an airbrush with kiss express and alcohol mix to darken up the lineup.
20. The barber stretches the skin in the opposite direction when using the razor.