HAIR CUTTING NOTES

Parting & Sectioning
These are the various parting and sectioning used in Hair Styling services
1. Profile (Centre Parting):
A straight parting that divides the head into two equal halves from the forehead to the nape. Used for
symmetry in styling or sectioning.
Method:
1. Place the comb at the center of the forehead (hairline).
2. Comb backward in a straight line down the middle of the head to the nape.
3. Ensure the parting is clean and symmetrical.
2. Radial (Ear-to-Ear Parting):
A horizontal parting that runs from ear to ear, dividing the head into front and back sections. Often used for
separating areas for cutting or coloring.
Method:
1. Place the comb at the top of one ear.
2. Create a straight line passing over the crown to the top of the other ear.
3. Ensure the parting is level and divides the head into front and back sections.
3. Classic 4-Sections: Dividing the hair into four equal sections to facilitate precise cutting, styling, or chemical
application.
Method:
1. Create a profile (centre) parting from the forehead to the nape.
2. Create a radial (ear-to-ear) parting across the crown.
● Result: Two front sections (left and right) and two back sections (left and right).
4. Classic 5-Sections: Dividing the hair into five sections to provide better control during hairdressing
processes.
Method:
1. Start with the classic 4 sections method.
2. Create a horseshoe parting around the crown (temple to temple).
● Result: Two front sections (left and right), two lower back sections (left and right), and one crown
section.
5. Horseshoe Section:
A curved parting that runs from temple to temple, across the crown, creating a "horseshoe" shape. Commonly
used for separating the top section of hair for layering or styling.
Method:
1. Start at one temple and comb back in a curved motion, passing over the crown.
2. End at the opposite temple, ensuring a smooth and consistent curve.
3. Clip the top section separately for easy handling.
6. Horizontal Section:
A straight line parting running parallel to the floor, dividing the hair into upper and lower sections. Used for
precise layering or even distribution in cuts.
Method:
1. Choose the desired height on the head (e.g., nape or crown).
2. Place the comb flat against the head and draw a straight line horizontally.
3. Separate and clip the sections above and below the parting.
7. Vertical Section:
A straight line parting running perpendicular to the floor, dividing the hair into left and right sections. Ideal for
creating balance and symmetry in cuts.
Method:
1. Start at the crown or a chosen point.
2. Comb downward in a straight vertical line to the nape.
3. Ensure the line is even and separates the hair cleanly.
8. Diagonal Forward Section:
A slanted parting angled forward toward the face. Used to create forward movement or directional styling,
such as framing the face.
Method:
1. Start at the crown or a high point.
2. Comb diagonally downward toward the front hairline or ear.
3. Repeat for symmetrical sections on both sides if needed.
9. Pivoting Section:
A series of partings that radiate out from a central point, resembling spokes of a wheel. Often used for round
layers or graduated styles.
Method:
1. Identify the central pivot point (e.g., crown).
2. Create multiple partings from this point outward in a radial pattern.
3. Adjust the size and number of sections as required for the style or technique.
One Length Hair Cuts
Sectioning One Length Hair Cut
Center Parting
Horse shoe
section from
low receding
Horse shoe
hairline.
section from
low receding Pivot Point to Top of
hairline. the Ear parting.
Below Occipital to
mid of the Ear
parting.
Square Layer Hair Cut
Sectioning of Square Layers
Cutting Parallel to the floor
Centre
Profile
Sections
Creating Guideline Pivot section cutting

at back of ear to ear
parting
Round Layer Hair Cuts
Sectioning Round layer Hair Cut
Centre Profile Section
Start cutting the center profile section

at 90°from forehead
Round Layer Sectioning all over the head
Pivot section cutting at

back of ear to ear Once whole of center profile is cut at 90°divide the front
parting of the ear to ear in 2 sections and start cutting back
taking pivot section and cutting them at 90

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Parting & Sectioning

2. Radial (Ear-to-Ear Parting):

Creating Guideline Pivot section cutting

Centre Profile Section

Start cutting the center profile section

Pivot section cutting at

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