Requirements
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Before we get started I recommend having some tools handy to get the most out of each lesson. Now these aren’t all needed but I highly advise having them to follow along. A Clipper, a Trimmer, Foil shaver, shears, Texturizing shears, Combs, A Boar bristle Brush, Lastly, A Spray bottle and a blow dryer.
Description
- Ch.1
Tools needed to produce high quality results.
Why investing in high quality tools is important.
- What makes a tool high quality.
- What each tool / product is used for.
Affiliate Links:
- Cape
- Clipper spray
- Clipper
- Trimmer
- Foil shaver
- Shears
- Comb set
- Brushes (boar bristle / round)
- Barbicide
- Spray bottle
- Neck strips
- Hair spray
- Blow dryer
Ch. 2
- Clipper / Trimmer Anatomy & Blade Adjustment
Talking points:
- Why should I care about the anatomy of my tools?
- What is the anatomy of a clipper?
- What is the anatomy of a trimmer?
- How to adjust your blades and why you may want to.
- Understanding how a tool’s weight & balance plays a role in ergonomics.
- Clipper Anatomy (fade blade, taper blade, lever, motor, battery)
- Trimmer anatomy (Trimmer blade, 360 exposed blade, motor, battery)
- Blade adjustment for your style (heavy handed or light handed)
- Weight for balance and ergonomics
Affiliate Links:
- Clipper
- Trimmer
- Blades
Ch. 3
Tool Maintenance & Care
Talking points:
- Why tool maintenance is so important.
- How to care for and maintain different types of tools.
Affiliate Links:
- Cape
- Clipper spray
- Clipper
- Trimmer
- Foil shaver
- Shears
- Comb set
- Brushes
- Barbicide
- Spray bottle
- Neck strips
- Hair spray
- Shear Sharpening Service (Shear world international)
Ch. 4
Shear & Texturizing Knowledge.
Talking points:
- Shear Anatomy Breakdown.
- What’s the difference between sizes and quality of steels.
- What are the different types of shears and when to use them.
- What is texturizing and why you should care about it.
Affiliate Links:
- Shears
- Magnet strip
- Holster
- Shear oil
Ch. 5
Proper hand & body position.
Talking points:
- How bad body and hand positioning can affect you.
- Why are ergonomics so important beyond the obvious reasons of taking care of your body.
- How proper body positioning improves your end result and minimizes mistakes.
- How to properly elevate your clipper to get tough spots.
Affiliate Links:
- Posture corrector
- Foot mat cushion
- Grip strength ball
Who this course is for:
- I recommend Mastercraft Fundamentals for any new barber, stylist or hairdresser who’s looking to learn the best practices in fading, blending, clipper over comb, and how to create clean outlines.
FREE
$19.99
