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What do you think of when you hear the word “texture”? While many will think of various curl, wave or coil patterns, others distinguish it as a finishing technique in hair cutting or a styling product that adds grit to the hair. As we all begin to expand our skillset surrounding various types of hair texture, we have much to learn. “As hairdressers, it’s important to understand the meaning of the word texture. All hair has texture, so using it in a general sense is confusing,” says Vernon

The shag haircut has taken on many iterations since its return to popularity the past few seasons. With shape, silhouette and finish being tailored to individual style, texture and color the tools used to get the look should also be chosen accordingly. When deciding between using a shear and a razor to get the iconic look, you might want to factor in a few very important details. If you missed the Facebook live, be sure to tune in HERE as Becka Bradshaw, Sam Villa Ambassador @beckabradshaw, highlights when and why to choose a shear versus a razor on Mannequin Monday. 

“This pandemic has turned our industry upside down, and it has forced us all to reassess what we do and how we do it.  With mobile devices being the new classroom, we now have the ability to reach even more people with more education.”