Thinning
scissors are more than just a tool.
They are a way to control volume, texture, and the overall visual effect of a
haircut.
👉 Thinning percentages are not just numbers — they directly affect the result on the hair.
What Are Thinning Scissors?
Thinning scissors are scissors with teeth that remove only part of the hair instead of cutting everything evenly at once.
They help the stylist:
- remove excess volume
- make the shape lighter
- create softer transitions
- add texture
👉 This is what makes a haircut look natural and dynamic rather than heavy.
Types of Thinning Scissors
✂ 15–25% — soft thinning
These remove volume so delicately that the transition looks almost invisible.
- light thinning
- suitable for fine hair
- ideal for finishing work
✂ 25–30% — light texture
They create a soft visible effect without overloading the haircut shape.
- soft cut
- suitable for normal hair
- smooth transitions
✂ 30–40% — universal thinning scissors
These remove more volume while maintaining lightness and shape.
- versatile option
- suitable for normal hair
- light texture
✂ 40–50% — pronounced thinning
They work more actively while keeping the hair natural and movable.
- suitable for thick hair
- volume control
- dynamic effect
✂ 50–60% — strong thinning
These remove a significant amount of volume and create a clearly visible effect in the haircut.
- suitable for thick hair
- fast results
- stronger texture effect
✂ Around 70% — maximum thinning
Very aggressive thinning designed for bold texture and maximum volume control.
- extreme haircut styles
- maximum effect
- fast work
How to Choose Thinning Scissors
Choosing thinning scissors is not about the tool itself — it is about the task.
- fine hair → 15–25%
- universal daily work → 30–40%
- thick hair → 40–50%
- fast excess volume removal → 50–60%
👉 If you are unsure, choose a universal 30–40% model.
Common Mistakes
Even good scissors can ruin the result if:
- the thinning is too aggressive
- the haircut shape is lost
- thinning is performed without control
- the scissors have become dull
👉 In 80% of cases, the problem is not the technique — it is the scissors.
Important for Stylists
If your scissors:
- pull the hair
- snag
- fail to give a clean cut
this is not “normal” — it is a sign of wear.
👉 We work across Latvia, Lithuania, and Estonia and accept tools via parcel lockers.
You send your scissors — and receive back a tool that works properly again.
📌 Instructions:
How to send scissors via parcel
locker
Thinning Scissor Sharpening
Thinning scissors are especially sensitive to sharpening quality.
We:
- restore precise cutting performance
- restore smooth and stable movement
- test the result on real hair
👉 After sharpening, the scissors work accurately again without “chewing” the hair.
Order Sharpening
Do not wait until the tool starts ruining your haircut results.