On the Side

When cutting male clients, sideburns must line up perfectly. Yet doing so is easier said than done! That’s because many stylists try to measure sideburns in relation to the ears and ears are rarely even. Instead, stand behind the client, place a finger at the bottom of each sideburn and then check your finger position in the mirror. If your pinkies line up, the sideburns are even. Alternatively, some stylists insure symmetry by placing a long comb horizontally from the bottom of each sideburn. If the comb is straight, the sideburns are consistent. (Love cutting guys’ hair? Consider a career at Sport Clips!)