Industry Links and Resources for Hair Stylists and Barbers
- Against the Grain. A trade publication designed to esteem the barber and grow the industry through education and timely editorial.
- Barbers Only Magazine.
- HOT by Hair’s How.
- Modern Salon.
- Salon Today.
- Stylist & Salon Newspapers.
- Barber-License.com.
- BeautySchools.com.
What supplies does a hair stylist need?
Our general supplies category includes those essential styling tools and other basics required for providing your guests with the best possible service.
- Brushes and combs.
- Styling tools.
- Clippers.
- Shears.
- Shear care set.
- Tail combs.
- Cutting combs.
- Round brushes.
What is the most important hair cutting tool?
Hair Cutting Shears/Scissors Shears are the most basic and commonly-used tools to cut hair… but they’re a lot more complex than your basic kitchen scissors. These scissors are explicitly designed to cut hair and fit perfectly into the hands of the stylists using them.
What equipment does a mobile hairdresser need?
Whether you want to be a mobile hairdresser or want to open a salon, you will likely need, among other things:
- a range of scissors and combs.
- salon-quality hairdryers.
- professional straighteners.
- hair clippers.
- curling irons.
- bleach-resistant salon towels.
What are the basic hair cutting tools and their purposes?
5 Fundamental Hair Cutting Tools (+Tips on How to Use them)
- Hair Cutting Shears/Scissors. Shears are the most basic and commonly-used tools to cut hair… but they’re a lot more complex than your basic kitchen scissors.
- Thinning/Texturizing Shears.
- Straight Razor/Razor Comb.
- Hair Clippers.
- Neck Trimmers/Edgers.
What do you need for a hairdressing salon?
Hairdressing electricals – Hair dryers, straighteners, clippers, tongs, wands… Hair colour supplies – Gloves, foils, mixing bowls, aprons, brushes for application, water sprays, towels, peroxide, bleach and a wide range of colours.
Are there any online resources for hair salons?
You’ll be able to network, get advice, and peruse forums, such as this one which addresses how to handle an unhappy client. Salon Today is an online resource with plenty of content on how to start and run a hair salon. We’ve even mentioned them before, in our article on How to Open a Successful Hair Salon.
What kind of equipment does a hairdresser use?
From washing, cutting, drying and styling, you will use a lot of equipment, including: Hairdressing scissors & razors – Razors, a selection of scissors, blades for different hairstyle looks Hair care & perming products – Shampoos, conditioners, treatments, sprays, mousses, gels…
What kind of materials do you need for Salon marketing?
Booklets/guides – A rather unique yet extremely effective approach to salon marketing is to print booklets about specific hairstyles and hair care. Even better, make a hairstyle booklet that lets customers place their photo on the back to see what different hairstyles might look like on them.
