There are numerous barbering techniques that set barbers' skills apart from those of the rest. One among these many is the clippers over comb technique that works to blend hair, create smooth fades and make precise cuts. This technique can be done perfectly well with the right tools in hand, whether you are a beginner or a professional. And in this blog, we shall show you how you can master the art of the clipper-over-comb technique for the vest results.
What is the Clipper-Over-Comb Technique?
Done with the use of a professional hair clipper with top-notch quality blades and a professional clipper comb, the clipper-over-comb technique offers a natural-looking finish. The hair is cut by lifting using a comb and is perfect for creating multiple hairstyles including blending sections. Keep reading to get a detailed and step-by-step clipper over comb technique guide.
Prepare your tools and client
This technique should be done only on clean hair to achieve the right cuts and results. Hence, you must:
- Shampoo your client’s hair but not condition
- Use a professional hair dryer with a nozzle to dry the hair
- Get your hair clipper and clipper comb ready
Detangle hair for easy cutting
- Using a professional hair brush or hair comb as per hair type and length, detangle the hair to get rid of knots and create a smooth base.
Choosing the right tools
- You can try the Vega Professional Pro Star Cord/Cordless Wedge Blade Hair Clipper with advanced features including 7500 rpm high speed rotary motor and Titanium coated ceramic deep tooth blades.
- Pick the right clipper guard that matches the desired cut as per your client’s hair length
Correctly hold the clipper and comb
- You must use both your hands to go through the Clipper-Over-Comb Technique and achieve excellent results. You can also try our Pro Star+ Hair Clipper with Japanese Stainless-steel blades and powerful 7000 rpm high speed rotary motor that delivers constant speed. It also offers an impressive 180 minutes of run time and comes with 6 premium attachment guide combs.
- Hold the clipper with your dominant hand and the professional clipper comb with your non-dominant hand
- Ensure that the tools are in comfortable angles and steady for control and precision
Lift with comb and cut with clipper
- Keeping the comb positioned away from the scalp, slide it in an upward direction
- Target one section of hair at a time
- At the same time, position the clipper parallel to the comb teeth and at a slight angle against the comb
- Now, cut the hair by moving the clipper upward gently along the comb’s edge. Ensure that you do not press the clipper too hard
Final touches
- Complete the look by blending as you use the comb to lift adjacent sections
- Make sure that you check the haircut while following this barber clippers guide from different angles after each process
Key Takeaway
With game-changing haircutting and hairstyling professional tools plus the above-mentioned professional clippers tips should be known by every aspiring and professional barber. To ensure the best results are met, start practicing hand coordination to keep their steady hands and smooth. Additionally, you can achieve consistent results with the right speed and focus on angles for the different parts of the head. You can dedicate your time to practicing and mastering this art using the wide range of Vega Professional Hair Clippers with top-notch features that are perfect for every barber.
