For every hairdresser, hair cutting scissors are an indispensable tool throughout the career, this is also one of the factors that determine the beauty and results of a hairstyle. Therefore, finding and choosing a good quality and suitable hair cutting scissors has long been a concern for every hairdresser and professional hair stylist. So how to know if a pair of scissors is really good, based on what characteristics to choose hair cutting scissors? Below are some basic characteristics that help hairdressers choose a quality pair of hair cutting scissors.

1. Design features and materials used to make hair cutting scissors

First, we must understand what hair cutting scissors are? Hair cutting scissors are not simply a regular cutting tool with blades. Hair cutting is always done at a point on the cutting line, not on the surface. To produce a good pair of scissors is not simple and must be adjusted to meet many criteria. 

Steel and hardness of steel for scissors

There are two common types of steel used to make scissor blades: 

• • Cobalt Base: is a type of steel produced with rare metals such as Chrome, Tungsten and Carbon. 
  • Supreme Stainless: is one of the best steels made from good compounds. This type of steel is developed based on production techniques over many periods with the input of hairdressers, who directly use hair cutting scissors. This is also the type of steel used to make hair cutting scissor blades, helping the blades have the highest sharpness and durability.
  • Some special steels like TAZON… can have higher hardness.

The harder the hair cutting scissors are made of, the sharper and more durable they will be. The hardness of the same steel grades produced by different manufacturers or countries is also different. Among them, steel produced in Japan often has the highest hardness. 

The steel material used to make the handle also needs attention. Normally, steel with a low Nickel content of less than 0.1% will be used to avoid skin irritation. In addition, the handle also needs to be made of hard steel to avoid deformation when impacted by force, to avoid surface scratches.
The handle is often exposed to chemicals, hand sweat... so it is especially necessary to be completely rust-proof.

Size of professional hair cutting scissors

The size of professional hair cutting scissors is usually measured in Inches; 1 inch = 2.54 cm.

The length of a pair of hair cutting scissors is measured from the tip of the scissors to the end of the handle, not including the finger rests. Common sizes range from 4.5 to 7.0 inches.

Choosing the right scissors also depends on the technical skills of the barber. Short scissors are suitable for detailed cuts and finishing cuts. Long scissors are often used for cuts that require a lot of force.

Pull handle

The pull handle is divided into 2 types:

• • Balance strap: is a traditional design with 2 symmetrical pull straps that look completely straight.
  • Offset handle: is a type of static handle that is longer than the movable handle, this allows the worker to extend the position of the hand, arm and elbow in a lower position when cutting. This design helps the user feel more comfortable and less tired. 

Blade

There are 2 basic types of scissors blades:

• • Flat Blade
  • Traditional Japanese Hamaguri Blade (Convex)

2. Professional scissors used in hair trimming

The two main types of scissors commonly used by hairdressers are cutting scissors and thinning scissors for both men and women. Each type of scissors has a different role, used at different stages to perfect the beauty of a haircut.

Scissors

This is the type of scissors that the barber uses mainly during the cutting process to remove unwanted hair and style the hair. The length of hair cutting scissors is very diverse, from 5.0, 5.5, 6.0…7.0 inches. Depending on the habits, hand length and cutting technique used, the barber chooses the right scissors for himself. The most common length chosen by barbers is 5 – 6 inches. 

Pruning shears

Hair thinning shears are divided into two types of blades, which are scissors with teeth on one or both blades. 

– 1-tooth hair thinning scissors have 1 side with a blade with sparse teeth, 1 side with a regular blade. The hair loss rate of 1-tooth hair thinning scissors ranges from 15-50%. The higher the hair loss rate, the wider and larger the teeth. 1-tooth hair thinning scissors are often used on men's hair.

– 2-tooth hair scissors have both blades with wide teeth, the hair loss rate will be much lower than 1-tooth hair scissors. The hair loss rate of 2-tooth hair scissors is 10-15%, the hair loss rate will be less than 1-tooth scissors. 2-tooth hair scissors have the advantage that after cutting, the hair will look more natural on the condition that the worker has to trim the hair more. 2-tooth hair scissors are often used for women's hair.

Sharpener

In addition to cutting and thinning scissors, grooming scissors are also an indispensable cutting tool to help hairdressers be more creative and adventurous when creating satisfactory hairstyles. The grooming scissors are used in the layer cutting technique, creating staggered textures of long and short hair strands.

Depending on habits and experience, hair stylists prioritize choosing and using cutting scissors and grooming scissors to perform the grooming technique. The blades of the grooming scissors will be slightly rounded to help create curved, soft, natural cuts. The blades of the grooming scissors will also be blunter than cutting scissors to help control the amount of hair falling better.

3. Experience in choosing the right hair cutting scissors

To choose the best quality and most suitable hair cutting scissors, the barber needs to determine the purpose of use and rely on the following criteria:

– Size of scissors: Choosing the size of scissors is related to the size of the hairdresser’s palm and the cutting technique he uses. For straight and detailed cutting techniques, scissors of size 5.5 to 6.0 inches are most suitable. For sharp cutting techniques, straight cutting or long cuts that require a lot of force, the most suitable scissor size is from 6.0 to 7.0 inches. For comb cutting techniques, the length of scissors is usually 6.5 to 7.0 inches.

– Blade style: Straight blades are suitable for straight cuts, chop cuts and comb cuts. Curved blades are suitable for slide cuts, stroke cuts and dry cuts.

– Scissor handle: is also one of the important criteria that determines which scissors a hairdresser will choose. The choice of scissor handle is determined by the hand size and cutting technique of the barber. 

One of the important factors that determine the choice of a pair of scissors is that when holding the scissors, the contact point of the index finger coincides with the center point of the scissors. Choosing a pair of scissors that is too big or too small will lead to an uncomfortable grip, not creating the most balanced and realistic feeling when adjusting the cut.

-For thinning scissors, the choice will be based on the function and characteristics needed to create effective results for the hair. With a pair of thinning scissors, the higher the hair loss rate, the faster the cut and the higher the efficiency for the salon.

For a hairdresser, even if they are new to the profession or professional hair stylists, they need to have at least 2 hair cutting scissors, one curved blade scissors and one straight blade scissors. In addition, thinning scissors are also one of the indispensable scissors, so a hairdresser needs to equip himself with at least 3 hair cutting scissors.

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4. The high-end hair cutting scissors brands most preferred by hairstylists today

On the market today, there are many models of scissors from different brands to serve the needs and tastes of hairdressers. The most prominent among the genuine, reputable and quality hairdressing scissors brands that are most favored by hairstylists are: TORA high-end hairdressing scissors brand, VLS hairdressing scissors, AKAFUJI hairdressing scissors...

TORA high-end hair cutting scissors brand 

Tora high-end hair cutting scissors are manufactured by Viet Han Cutting Tools Company and are 100% hand-assembled from Japanese steel. This is also the largest hair cutting scissors manufacturer in Southeast Asia and the only one in Vietnam with more than 15 years of experience in the field of manufacturing cutting tools in general and hair cutting scissors in particular.

All hair cutting scissors of the high-end hair cutting scissors brand TORA are made from 100% Japanese Hitachi steel, a special type of steel used to produce cutting tools based on strict standards of hardness, sharpness and durability of the blade.

TORA scissors are handcrafted by artisans with more than 20 years of experience in the field of manufacturing hair cutting scissors both domestically and internationally. Hair cutting scissors require highly skilled and experienced artisans to be able to handle and create the key "curves" of a pair of hair cutting scissors. That is also what no machine can replace the hands of artisans.

This is also a genuine high-end hair cutting scissors brand trusted by leading domestic experts and hair stylists such as hair stylist Hoang Minh Tam, hair stylist Cris Nguyen, hair stylist Huy Viet...

The scissors models of the high-end hair cutting scissors brand TORA are trusted and chosen by most hairstylists, including the Bach Ho scissors EXB-575; CR-55; NB-360S; BD-BD...

VLS Hair Cutting Scissors

VLS hair cutting scissors distributed by Phu Loc INT Company are made from 100% Japanese steel imported directly from Japan and Korea. The predecessor is VIKO scissors, a scissors brand that is very familiar to hairdressers. VLS scissors with a full range of models and diverse designs can meet all the wishes of hairdressers. VIKO and VLS hair cutting scissors are not only present in the domestic market but also in many countries such as Indonesia, Myanmar, Korea... and especially in markets with strict requirements on standards and quality control such as the US and European countries. 

The most commonly used scissor models of VIKO and VLS brands include: JP-603, JT-3230, FA43, FA73...

AKAFUJI hair cutting scissors

This is a professional hair cutting scissors brand from Japan, with raw materials for producing scissors from 100% Japanese steel. Not only are there scissors for professional hairdressers and hairdressers, but here, we can easily find genuine quality scissors at good prices for students and new hairdressers. AKAFUJI hair cutting scissors are also chosen by experts, hairdressers and academies to help students practice cutting and practicing properly.

With reasonable price and good quality, this will be a scissor brand at the top of the list of hairdressers and barbers. The most popular cutting and thinning scissors models include: EA-603; EA2-603; CA-603; TA-263…

5. Address selling reputable, high quality Tora hair cutting scissors

1. TORA scissors showroom 

This is a reputable address selling genuine hair cutting scissors and is the first choice of hairdressers, hair stylists and hair stylists when looking to buy hair cutting scissors. TORA hair cutting scissors are completely handmade with more than 120 steps through the hands of artisans. All models of scissors with full functions are easily found here. Going through a strict inspection and testing process by experts from Japan and Korea before being sent to customers. With the number 1 warranty on the market and genuine maintenance and repair from the manufacturer, TORA commits to:

• • Warranty up to 02 years according to Japanese standards.
  • Free maintenance and repair 03 times for dropped, chipped, or warped scissors.
  • Free returns within 07 days.

You can easily find and view TORA hair cutting scissors directly at the store at the following addresses:

North:

– Institute of Technology Building, No. 25 Vu Ngoc Phan, Lang Ha, Dong Da, Hanoi. Tel: 037 265 6666

Southern:

– No. 490 Ly Thuong Kiet, Ward 7, Tan Binh District. Phone: 0906 852 912

Opening hours: 8:30 – 17:30 

2. Official distributor Phu Loc INT

Hair cutting scissors distributed by Phu Loc INT are all made of 100% Japanese steel imported directly from Japan and Korea. We can easily find hair cutting scissors models of famous domestic brands such as VIKO hair cutting scissors, VLS hair cutting scissors.

In addition to hair cutting scissors, Phu Loc INT also distributes genuine hair tools and cosmetics such as: WAHL clippers, YS-Park hair cutting combs... Quality products lead to longer product life. All VIKO hair cutting scissors and VLS hair cutting scissors distributed by Phu Loc INT are warranted and periodically maintained every 6 months.

Contact information:

– Address: No. 25 Vu Ngoc Phan, Lang Ha, Dong Da, Hanoi

– Phone: 0849 402 289 – 0246 295 8775

– Opening hours: 8:30 – 17:30

3. Jomo Hair Tools Store

Jomo store specializes in providing a variety of professional hair tools including: clippers, hair scissors, cosmetics, dryers, straighteners, combs, other hair accessories... All products are distributed genuine and warranted according to the manufacturer's policy.

Scissors sold at Jomo: VLS Scissors, Akafuji Scissors, Tora Scissors, Daesung Scissors

– Address: No. 7B Quang Trung, Thu Duc, Ho Chi Minh. Phone: 0964 230 101 

– Opening hours: 8:30 – 17:30

Above is all the most useful information for hairdressers, hairdressers... when they need to find and buy a pair of hair cutting scissors that meet the requirements: Quality, design, function, price... Hope you will find and choose the most suitable pair of scissors for yourself.