THE OFFICIAL PUBLICATION OF INTERCOIFFUREJuly 2015 beautylaunchpad.com

Salons vs. Suites

COLLECTIONS!

Sonya Dove and Aubrey Loots

Paul Stafford

A CUT ABOVEShears, Razors and Clippers

TWO OF A

KINDShampoos and

Conditioners

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Beauty/Tools

RAZOR AWARENESSRenowned stylist and educator Nick Arrojo has

teamed up with MiladyPro (miladypro.com) to

offer online courses on razor cutting, featuring

his signature technique, so who better to ask

for advice on the cutting-edge craft? Here, he

serves up some technical tips.

On proper form: Incorrect hand and body positioning lead to inconsistencies in your cut. Holding the razor properly will help you maintain control when using a range of motions and cutting techniques. When positioning is not maintained, a stylist can inadvertently produce differences in elevation and tension—for example, creating gradation in a shape when you are trying to achieve a blunt line. Your body position further infl uences the cut you are crafting by establishing your razor’s reach, elevation angles, over-direction options and more.On using a comb: When working with a razor, practice holding it with and without a comb. Unlike with shears, where the comb is often used to hold hair in place as you cut, you always want to use your fi ngers with a razor for control and versatility. When you do use a comb, you will be using it to maintain strong, even tension.On safety: First, always be aware of where the razor is. It should remain in the “closed” position while it is not in use. Proper hand and body positioning are also necessary for safety, to ensure the razor does no harm to you or your clients.

RAZORS

Sharpen your skills with these benevolent blades.

Precision-calibrated to minimize noise and vibration, Oster Primo Heavy Duty Detachable Blade Clipper enlists lightweight zinc alloy to keep the body cool.

osterstyle.com

Now available in a bold red fi nish, the Wahl Peanut enjoys the power of larger clippers in a four-ounce, four-inch

package, owing to its DC rotary motor.

wahlpro.com

The adjustable blades of the DURA CHI

Professional Clipper possess increased

strength and prolonged life span thanks to manganese-infused steel. farouk.com

CLIPPERS

These clippers are totally buzz-worthy.

From the Andis (andis.com) collection Classically Modern. You., this tousled look can go from polished to artfully mussed and back again, as length on top provides style

fl exibility. For the exclusive how-to using the MVP Clipper, visit beautylaunchpad.com/andis-classically-modern-tousled.

Lighter and thinner than heated razors

past, ERGO hotrazor—with a target temp

of 350° F—seals as it slices, reducing

frizz and split ends. askergo.com

The Surface Titanium Razor is so lightweight, it almost

feels like an extension of your hand—and it also boasts a

smooth fi nish, sleek design and scuba grip. surfacehair.com

Designed to fold closed for safe storage, the 1907 by Fromm

Brickyard Folding Razor utilizes easy-change blades of Japanese surgical-

grade steel. frommbeauty.com

With a tapered end to section and weave, patented Donald Scott Chop Stik Pro is crafted in aluminum alloy

for optimum weight and balance. donaldscottnyc.com