Haircutting & ShavingQuestion 36 of 100
When performing a razor cut on hair, the hair should generally be:
a.Damp, because cutting dry hair with a razor can cause damage and discomfort
b.Completely dry for best results
c.Soaked in disinfectant
d.Frozen
Explanation
Razor cutting is done on wet or damp hair so the blade glides and shears the strand cleanly. Razor-cutting dry hair tends to tear the cuticle, causing frizz, split ends, and client discomfort.
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