Cutting Contrast

While you can’t really switch to high-def while cutting, BTC member Sid Sottung of Sid Sottung Hairdressing in England recommends this technique for putting your work into sharp focus.  “Look at the color of the hair versus the color of your comb,” Sid suggests.  “They should always be the opposite.  So if the hair is dark, use a white or red comb while cutting.  If it’s blonde, cut with a black comb.  This is particularly helpful when performing a scissor-over-comb technique.”  Another tip:  have dark and light cutting capes on hand to provide high contrast when cutting long hair.
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