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• Steps
• Part 1 of 3: Part your hair into strands
• Part 2 of 3: Trim the bottom and middle sections with a razor
• Part 3 of 3: Trim the hair at the top of your head
• Tips
• Warnings

Hairdressers usually cut thick hair with an electric razor to thin it out a little or to make it lush. Using the right tools and using the correct technique, you can trim your hair with a razor at home. First of all, you need to divide your hair into three strands - top, middle and bottom. Starting at the bottom section, turn the razor-blade comb at a 45-degree angle to your hair. Then, with a light movement, walk along them from the middle of the length to the ends. Repeat the procedure for each individual strand.

Steps

Part 1 of 3: Part your hair into strands

1. 1 Buy a comb and razor. The ridge usually has three parts. A conventional comb is located at the end of the tool. This part of the ridge has two different sides: one with small teeth and the other with large teeth.The coarse side can be used to create uneven layers. Small teeth are perfect for thinning hair and creating a neat hairstyle.
   • If you are not experienced, start by applying the fine-toothed side. Once you get used to this comb, try using a coarse-toothed edge.
   • Head to your nearest cosmetics store for combs and razors. Razor blades are usually sold separately. They are quite cheap, but a quality blade will cost more.
2. 2 Comb your hair. Comb through the entire length of your hair to smooth the hair and detangle any knots. After this procedure, the haircut will turn out to be smoother. If you have no experience, then it is better to cut on dry hair, but before that you need to make it as straight as possible. To do this, use a straightening iron. This will let you know exactly how much hair you are cutting and how much or how little it is.
3. 3 Divide your hair into three sections. Use bobby pins or hair ties to separate the strands at the top, middle, and bottom. The top strand should consist of hair taken from the crown to the parietal tuberosity. The middle section should consist of hair from the temples down to the occipital bone. The underside of the hair should consist of hair taken from the base of the neck.
   • The parietal tubercle is a bony protrusion along the top of the head.
   • The occipital bone is an extension of the base of the skull.

Part 2 of 3: Trim the bottom and middle sections with a razor

1. 1 Part the bottom section of your hair. Divide the bottom section of your hair into two sections. Place both strands over your shoulders so you can see your hair.
2. 2 Part a section of your hair. Separate one strand from the right or left side of your head. Its diameter should be 10-12 mm millimeters. Keep this section of hair perpendicular to the left or right side of your head. Pull it tight.
3. 3 Tilt the comb at a 45 degree angle. At a distance of 5-8 centimeters from the roots, turn the comb 45 degrees in relation to the hair. Press lightly and guide the razor in short strokes from the middle to the ends of the hair.
   • The shaver should not be rotated 90 degrees (perpendicular) or 180 degrees (unfolded angle) in relation to the hair.
4. 4 Comb through the free section of your hair. As you use the razor, the amount of hair cut will increase. Use a comb to comb out any cut hairs.
   • Repeat steps 2-4 on the lower strand.
5. 5 Repeat the procedure for the middle section. Once you're done with the bottom section, use a hair tie to separate that section. Then, loosen the medium section hair. Repeat steps 1-4 for the medium section of hair.
   • When working with a medium section of hair, try not to cut short hairs along the perimeter of the temples with a razor.
   • When you're done with the middle section, be sure to separate it with a hair tie to move to the top strands.

Part 3 of 3: Trim the hair at the top of your head

1. 1 Part a section of hair. Pull it down. Divide the top strand into two sections in the middle. Separate a section of hair starting from the back of the head. It should be about 9 millimeters thick.
2. 2 Keep this strand taut. Move the shaver 5-7.5 centimeters (or more) from the roots. Rotate it at a 45 degree angle to your hair.
3. 3 Trim the top section of your hair with light pressure. Press lightly and guide the razor in short strokes from the middle to the ends of the hair. Since the hair on the crown is especially noticeable, try to do everything slowly and lightly. Remember that you can always cut some more hair if that doesn't seem to be enough for you.
   • Remember to use a hairbrush to comb out any loose tufts as you cut your hair with a razor.
4. 4 Repeat steps 1-3. Do this all over the top of your head.Trim off any excess hair and comb through it one last time to get rid of any cut hairs. Your hair should now feel much lighter.

Tips

• Change the blade as soon as it becomes dull.

Warnings

• Do not cut directly from the hair roots. Always step back at least 5-8 centimeters from the scalp. Otherwise, bald patches may form.