How To Razor Cut Hair

Do you want to know how to razor cut hair? Many of today's popular hairstyles require a technique called razor cutting. Using a razor over the traditional shear gives the appearance of a more textured and tussled look, a style that has become very sought after in recent years. Learning how to razor cut hair can be a lot of fun, allowing for more creativity and freeform cutting as opposed to the more traditional precision haircuts. 

To razor cut hair you will need:

• razor
• fine toothed comb
• hair cutting cape
• a trusting victim

1. Start with wet hair. Making sure hair is wet when razor cutting is important, because it avoids damaging the hair and allows for more manageability. Hair should feel damp so a good towel dry after shampooing is sufficient. If small pools of water are collecting at your feet, the hair is too wet. Keep a spray bottle handy as hair tends to dry quickly. 
2. Begin at the nape of neck. Divide hair into small vertical sections and start at the nape of the neck, working upwards. Using a comb, pull small sections of hair up at a 45 degree angle. With your razor in hand, begin cutting with short, choppy motions. Use a light hand when doing so, this will prevent you from cutting too much hair at once. As you work your way around the head, remember that not every section of hair has to be cut at the same length. The whole idea of a razor cut is to give hair the appearance of being somewhat messy, edgy and shaggy. 
3. Do the top of the head last. Lift hair in small sections with the comb at a 90 degree angle. Holding the section of hair between your index and middle finger, begin cutting in short, choppy motions. Varying the lengths of hair you cut will give added texture to the end result, so be creative. After you have completed the entire haircut, the hair is ready to be styled. 
4. Styling a razor cut. One of the best things about a razor haircut is that you can play with fun products to create different styles and textures. One of the most common and popular products to use on a razor cut is a pomade or molding mud. Hair should be almost completely dry when applying your product. Use a small dime sized amount (you can always add more later) and rub the product between the palms of your hands. Run your hands through your hair to distribute the product evenly.
   

Tips and Warnings:

Razor cut hair works best with straight hair that is thick in texture. If hair is wavy or curly, a razor cut can make the ends look frizzy and split.

Use a very light hand, less is more. You can always go back and take more out, but you can't replace the hair that you have already cut.