Hairdressing Scissors

How do you choose professional hairdressing scissors?

Choosing hairdressing scissors starts with checking the quality of the convex blade, which gives a clean, smooth cut. The material is essential too: we recommend models in Japanese steel or titanium, as they stay sharp for longer and resist corrosion. An anti-corrosion coating even gives extra protection against rust, which helps keep your tools in good condition.

Comfort matters a lot: an ergonomic handle and an adjustable pivot let you adapt the tension of the scissors to your cutting style. This limits hand fatigue and improves precision. Thinning scissors or sculpting scissors are perfect for adding texture or creating graduated layers without weighing down the cut.

Also check that the scissors have a balanced weight, as good balance makes precise movements easier. Professional sharpening from the moment you buy them gives a perfect cut and avoids pulling. Finally, correct lubrication of the mechanism ensures smooth, quiet operation.

We help you find these qualities so that your scissors become your best allies.

What is the difference between thinning scissors and straight hairdressing scissors?

Hairdressing scissors cut all of the hair in one go with a single sharp blade. They are used to make clean, precise cuts, perfect for outlines or finishing touches. The blades are often micro-serrated to stop the hair slipping during the cut.

These scissors give an even, straight cut, ideal for cutting whole locks or creating regular shapes. Thinning scissors have a serrated blade that removes only part of the hair with each cut. With them, you can create thinning and texturising effects.

They let you lighten the bulk of the hair without changing the length, which makes the hairstyle lighter and more natural. Their spaced teeth give a subtle graduation and avoid lines that are too sharp or too heavy. Their balanced weight and handles often fitted with an ambidextrous grip make the precision movements needed to sculpt volume easier.

We offer models in stainless steel with an anti-corrosion coating for lasting performance even after many uses. The choice between these scissors depends on what you need: a clean cut points to straight scissors, fine work to thinning scissors.

How do you sharpen and look after your hairdressing scissors?

Regular sharpening keeps the cut of your hairdressing scissors clean and precise. To sharpen your scissors, simply run the blade flat over a fine sharpening stone, always in the same direction. Never rub the two blades against each other, as this damages the edge and wears the metal faster.

Between each use, remember to wipe the blade carefully with a dry cloth to remove small bits of hair that could wear down or block the mechanism. Always put a drop of lubricating oil on the tension screw: this stops rust setting in and keeps the movement of the blades perfectly smooth. On some precision scissors models, an adjustable pivot lets you adjust the blade pressure in a few seconds, to get back an easy cut without play or snagging.

Never use abrasive products or strong solvents on a polished finish; a simple wash in lukewarm water and soap is enough to keep the metal gleaming. We also recommend checking the state of the sharpening every three months if you use your scissors often. To keep your tools durable, take them to a professional sharpener as soon as you feel a loss of performance rather than forcing the cut.

Good upkeep also avoids marks on the hair or unpleasant snags during texturising. If you want a complete routine for your hair tools, remember that our shop offers everything you need: oils, sharpening stones and products suited to each metal, whether for stainless steel or Japanese steel. To complete your everyday cutting gestures, we also invite you to discover our range of professional hair combs.

This gives you perfect control of your sections and respects the condition of your blades with every cut. You will find more advice and essential accessories in our selection of professional hairdressing equipment, for a complete, polished styling experience.