NIC Barber Written (Theory) ExamHair Care ServicesMedium
A client requests a haircut that creates a soft, feathered effect around the hairline and face, with shorter layers blending into longer lengths. Which haircutting technique is most appropriate for achieving this desired result?
- ABlunt cut
- BEffilating (Slithering)
- CUniform layers
- DGraduation
Show answer & explanationAnswer & explanation
Correct answer: B. Effilating (Slithering)
Effilating, also known as slithering, is a technique used to remove bulk and create a soft, tapered effect by sliding shears down the hair strand, which aligns with the client's request for a feathered look.
Why the other options are wrong
- A. A blunt cut creates a solid, one-length line, which would not produce a feathered effect.
- C. Uniform layers create layers of the same length throughout the head, not specifically a feathered hairline.
- D. Graduation builds weight and creates a stacked effect, typically at the nape, not a feathered face-frame.
Effilating (Slithering)
A haircutting technique that involves sliding shears down the hair strand to remove bulk, create mobility, and produce a softened, feathered, or tapered effect.
- Also known as slithering
- Used to create a soft, feathered look
- Removes bulk and adds movement
- Shears are partially opened and slid along the hair shaft
Memory trick: Feathered hair? Think 'slithering' shears for softness.