Question 1

What cutting technique involves cutting the hair so all strands fall to one level, creating a weight line with no layers?

Accepted Answer

Blunt cutting (also called one-length or solid cutting). All hair is cut at the same length, producing a dense, heavy appearance.

Question 2

What term describes a haircut where hair is cut at low elevation angles (0–45°) to build weight and create stacked or beveled forms?

Accepted Answer

Graduated cut. The hair is layered so shorter lengths stack on top of longer lengths, creating a wedge or beveled effect.

Question 3

At what elevation angle is hair cut to produce a uniform or one-length layered effect where all hair falls to the same point?

Accepted Answer

90 degrees. Cutting at a 90° elevation distributes the layers evenly throughout the head, producing a uniform layer cut.

Question 4

What cutting technique involves snipping into the ends of the hair at an angle to remove bulk and create texture without reducing length significantly?

Accepted Answer

Point cutting. The scissors are held vertically or diagonally and the tips are used to cut into the hair ends.

Question 5

What technique uses an open razor or shears to thin and texturize hair by sliding the tool along the hair shaft while it is in motion?

Accepted Answer

Slide cutting (also called slithering or effilating). The blade glides along the hair strand to remove bulk and add movement.

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