The Tools You’ll Need To Buy After Graduating Hair School

Now that you have spent the past several months studying hard and practicing on the floor, you are ready to conquer the hair world. Before you get your hair career started, you will need to purchase some additional tools and supplies to ensure a smooth and successful start to your job. You may have received a few supplies with your schooling, but they are not always the best quality, and they may not last you very long. That’s why it’s best to grab some great quality tools after school that will last you a long time and perform to the highest professional standard. These are the staple tools you will need to purchase for your new career.

Professional Shears

The first and probably most important thing to purchase is a professional set of shears. When it comes to shears, there are so many different aspects that you will want to pay attention to. There are various metal makeups, different handles, different lengths. Your best bet is finding a company that will allow you to test out different options and pick the best set of professional shears that feel the most comfortable in your hand. Everyone has different handle and length preferences, so figuring out what suits you best will ensure your satisfaction.

A High Powered Blowdryer

Excellent quality and an extremely powerful blowdryer will save you so much time. Investing in a blowdryer with an extra-long cord will make it easier to work around your clients without getting the cord tangled around them. The blowdryer you choose should be lightweight because you will be spreading a lot of time using it. Your arms will thank you for getting something light. You will also want to make sure it comes with different types of attachments so you can perform any blow-dry job.

Curling and Flat Irons

Curling irons and flat irons are a necessity for sure! When buying these items, pay attention to the heat control. Purchasing something with adjustable temperature control will be necessary to work with all different types of hair. The cord on these will also be better if it’s either longer or cordless. You’ll want to get a few different barrel sizes for your curling irons to ensure you can offer different curl sizes.

Hair Clippers

If you plan on doing men’s cuts or short women’s cuts, you’ll want to have an excellent quality clipper. Make sure when you are buying these, they come with different guard sizes. It’s also essential for them to be adjustable. A cordless clipper is excellent because you don’t have to worry about the cord constantly hitting your clients in the face.

Neck Trimmers

A neck trimmer or T trimmer is also vital if you are doing those short cuts. This is also best in a cordless option. You will want a trimmer that has a long battery life if you decide to go cordless. The trimmer should also come with guards. There are many great options on the market for trimmers but make sure to read reviews and research before buying one.

A Wide Variety of Brushes and Combs

You are going to need a variety of brushes and combs to get the job done. You’ll want to buy some excellent quality round brushes for your blowouts. A detailing brush that will glide through wet hair without snagging. A flat brush for brushing hair out. You will want to buy a few for combs because chances are you will drop them frequently, so having cleaned and sanitized combs will be necessary! You will also want to grab some tail combs for foiling and parting. Carbon combs are great for cutting and hold up well against disinfectants.

Before you purchase any tools or products, do your research. Look online at reviews and look at the materials used to make the products. The most important thing you can do is to get other people’s opinions. This way, you are getting an actual perspective of the products, and you know they work great. You will want to buy quality products that other stylists swear by and love also. Having these quality tools will make your job easier and your hair creations more beautiful.