Choosing the right pair of hairdressing scissors for you.

Hey guys so today is something different. I'm starting to dip into my knowledge of hairdressing since I am a qualified hairdresser I thought it would be extremely helpful for those either interested or starting their course this September in hairdressing.

When I was trying to find the right pair of scissors for my level 3 qualification at college I could not find a post that was detailed enough and told me everything I wanted to know about each type of scissors to make the right choice for me. since there is such a massive selection on brand, blade type , size and all that jazz iv decided to start on size. Now some people say that the finger hole should be touching the bottom of your thumb and the blade should be on the last section of your finger. You can follow this if you want but personally because I have extremely long weird fingers if I followed this method I would need around a 6" scissor but iv found the best size scissor for me Is a 5.25"/5.75" now I know this is basically 6" scissor but the little bit is missing I just find it easier to control. Now how I found this out is by trying other peoples scissors in my hand and just seeing how they feel this is what my tutor at college suggested to do. I found my perfect pair of scissors by trying hers so you never know! it's all trial and error.

Scissor handles. believe it or not their are multiple types of handles I personally prefer offset I just find my hand feels more relaxed because one handle us longer than the other and I think this is where I find it more comfortable because your hand is at more of an open position. Another is the crane handle and I haven't actually used a pair of scissors with this handle so iv done some research and apparently they are "similar to offset but the top handle is straight and it allows the elbow to be at a lower position when cutting The last type that I know about is the even handle. I had a pair of these for my training scissors. you can tell because everything looks straight and even with each other.

What blade is best for you.
BEVELLED EDGE BLADE Now this blade is made from a mixture of metals and are micro serrated on one or both blades. This type of blades is perfect when your in your first year of cutting as it helps to stop the hair sliding down the blade. But they are also really good for cutting hair while it's dry. The down side is they can't be used for slice cutting (sliding down the hair cutting motion) which is what I was told for level 3 you couldn't have these type of scissors.

CONVEX BLADE This blade type is the sharpest blade with a razor like edge. This type of blade will give an extremely smooth cut and are perfect for slicing because of how sharp they are. But If you are only just starting out I wouldn't suggest getting this type as they wont help you cut straight and as stupid as that might sound to some doing a basic one length hair cut when your first starting can actually be frustrating because it never looks perfectly straight. Everyone will go off on different angles it all about finding a position that is comfortable for you. So this type of blade is best suited for hairdressers that possibly have their first cutting qualification. Also because these scissors are made from stainless steel they will be heavier then bevelled edge scissors which can make it difficult to get used to them.

 

Thinning scissors
Now thinning scissors are an essential for your kit and I have multiple pairs. I'm a person that likes everything to match so I have around 3 pairs of different scissors and the matching thinners. If I'm going to be honest you don't really need to spend a boat load of money on them but just get a decent pair that will last you a while.

Razors
  If I'm scared of anything its using a razor! I don't actually have a massive knowledge of these as you only use razors in level 3 and I'm only just about to do my level 3 qualification so if you guys want an update when I know more let me know! I hope this made sense and wasn't too mixed up haha! hopefully I should get a "what's in my hairdressing kit bag" soon thanks for reading Abbie xx

My summer hair and beauty must haves

Hey guys :) 

Today was meant to be my every day makeup but my skin right now is freaking out! And I just couldn't get the look how I wanted it to be so instead Iv decided to do my summer must haves for hair and beauty! (Sorry for most the photos in flash the natural lighting wasn't playing ball today and I really wanted to get a blog up)

A little disclaimer after taking all the photos I realised I have a lot of Mac and higher brand products which I have brought all with my own money I don't know why their mostly all high end I do tend to lean on buying higher brand products because I do believe you get what you pay for and I just feel for my skin Mac and others work better. 

Beauty first! 

•face and cheeks!

My face and cheek summer must haves are quite a mixture of products , first are the Mac Pro long wear foundations and urban decay naked concealer I just find these create the most flawless base yet are still weightless on the skin. 

Now the Chanel cream bronzer was a completely impulse purchase and you could definitely find a cheaper dupe as I only really use this in the summer. 

My favourite blushes , bronzers and highlight! I created my own blusher pallete Breath of plum ,Mocha ,Breezy ,Fleur power and Peachy keen I'm not sure what order sorry I really should of wrote that down aha! My absolute go to bronzer / Contor is nars Laguna I find it's perfect for either cool or warm skin tones its not too orange or grey looking on your skin which is perfect for either, finally soft and gentle highlighter now if you don't have this highlighter ... You need it! I'm

Sure you've heard enough people praising it haha I won't go on a rant about how good it is! 

Next is eyes! 

Again Sorry for the poor quality lighting just was not playing ball today! 

Urban decay , Mac warm neutrals palette and anastaia Beverly Hills dip brow are my next favourites of all time! Now the urban decay naked 1 palette has been my ride or die since I first started loving make up 2 years ago and is perfect for people just beginning or even pro! 

The Mac warm neutrals palette is a kinda new one for me well not really Iv had it since Christmas 2014 but boy I'm in love! Also you have to try the dip brow by anastaia Beverly Hills ... Life was changed from that day haha' 

My summer lip musts! 

I'm kinda weird and I love darker lips no matter the season! 

And the two lip liners are strip down and naked liner , I find pairing velvet teddy with yash perfect for a semi ombré lip with strip down liner under is a match made in heaven! 

Last but not least hair and tanning!

Everything that keeps my hair blonde/silver and perfectly straight. Also bondi sands has over taken my love for St tropez! I just found it smelt like biscuits and tea bags gross right? Even if I sleep with bondi sands on in the morning I don't smell it and when you apply if it smells like coconuts! 

I hope this wasn't too long winded I wanted to let you guys know why I love these products with out rambling on for a hole day! Hopefully I will have a review of my foxy locks hair extensions next or a look :) 

Thanks for reading 

Abbie 

Xx

M.A.C pro long wear foundation and concealer review

Hey guys

 

my first review

  

Iv always been so nervous to try the mac foundations because iv heard some people feel like they have an over load of alcohol in which I strongly disagree with now iv been trying the pro long wear foundation for about 2 months now. I'm absolutely in love with it! that much I had to go buy another just so I don't run out while i'm on holiday haha! I brought my first one in the shade NC25 as I fake tan I realised it wasn't dark enough for when i'm freshly tanned so I went back and got NC30 which is perfect and I also got the pro long wear concealer in nc15 as I'm loving the extremely highlighted look for summer. here are the two swatches

 (in these photos I applied the foundation with a damp real technique's beauty sponge with no primer or moisturiser + ignore my nasty fake tan haha)

 

I only applied a thin layer in the swatches on my face with no powder on top or setting sprays.

They are what I feel as medium coverage foundations but are very easily built up to cover problem areas but still feel extremely light on the skin. As here in England it's currently summer and we have had some pretty hot days I have had no problems with the foundation staying on and have always paired it with mac fix +. If your faced with the same problem as me in highstreet/drugstore foundations in not being able to find a cool toned foundation that's dark enough I feel like this foundation is just right if you can afford the price tag which some times I find hard to spend that amount on a foundation haha!

 

would you like more reviews like this? let me know

 

abbie xx

 

 

What my blog is about

Hey guys this is my first blog explaining what im hoping to share with you guys.

Im hoping to post things all about Hair and beauty and possibly a little on fashion. For absolute years iv been obsessed with blogs and YouTube and im finally giving blogging a shot :) 

 

I will be back very soon with my first proper blog post see you soon 

 

abbie :D

xx