The Hairbrained Pro Blog

When it comes to haircutting, Teach In @ISSE 2019 Educator, Ira Pope Sage craves simplicity. To accomplish this, he’s created a curriculum that relies entirely on one philosophy: Clocking cutting. “I look at the head as a clock,” Sage confirms. “This is a technique that’s very friendly for hairdressers of all skill levels. I believe that knowledge creates simplicity – and that you don’t have to complicate things to be advanced.”   Read on to get a quick-tip guide to his straightforward clock cutting method – and get up-close with Sage’s simple, yet complete, haircutting system. Tip 1: The clock. To...

Hairbrained Quick-tip: Principles of a Fringe with Traci Sakosits Cutting the perfect fringe can seem like a tasking – and sometimes impossible – endeavor. But if use the right methods, and follow a few simple guidelines, you can be sure to get the style you’re after, every time. Read on to discover the ABC’s of crafting a technically precise fringe, in this how-to segment with Traci Sakosits, North American Creative Director of Sassoon. Before you cut: A Fringe Defined A full fringe (or bang) is the area of hair from the round or curve of the head (the frontal bone)....

As a craft hairdresser, it's important to know that each tool in your bag can create a unique texture and aesthetic – and the razor is no exception. With the ability to turn out precise lines, yet versatile movement, artists that have mastered razor cutting can attest to the classic,yet on-trend looks produced by one. 

Addressing Texture: Color for Straight, Wavy and Curly Strands When working to achieve dimensional color, there are a variety of factors that come into play – and those factors can have an impact on how we achieve the perfect, end results. One such element is texture: Whether straight, wavy or naturally textured, how a client styles their strands can change the look of a color application. Read on to get some ideas on application tips and tricks for getting the perfect effect, every time – and help take your clients look from ‘so-so’ to sensational. Texture – and light Texture,...