Salon tools
Must-Have Tools and Equipment
Hair Salon tools
Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just starting in the business, here are some basic tools that belong in your kit. My suggestion is to do your research before making any purchases and to consider the tools of your trade as a long-term investment. After all, your livelihood is on the line.
The typical size employed by most stylists is around 6.5 inches, according to the outcome they want. Precision clipping with a 5.5-inch shear is ideal, but a longer shear of about 6 to 7 inches, for bigger work like big sections, compressed cutting, and deep texturizing, works well. A longer shear takes less time to execute a one-length bob or a scissor-over-comb method, allowing you to easily cut the hair around a customer’s face. Do you want to have it all?
The top “do it all” shear is a professional 6.25″ shear. An ergonomic shear in this size is big enough to perform any task, from layering methods to single-length cuts, yet not so long that it’s unwieldy to use every day behind the chair.
A blending shear is a tool that combines lines to create complex designs in an instant. It’s used for smoothing out sections of your design, softening lines or adding controlled texture, and it has evenly spaced teeth on one side and a straight blunt blade on the other.
When it comes to creating a smooth surface, the professional blending shear (also known as a high-quality texturizing shear or expert thinning shear) should have a light removal of weight so that you may delicately remove lines, texture, and balance the shape’s weight. The blending shear should have concave blades and opposing teeth, which allow you to create a gentle texturizing pattern in the hair.
Powerful Lightweight Blow Dryer
What is a hairdresser without a blow dryer? Unemployed. Next to your scissors, it’s the most essential equipment in your arsenal. If that isn’t enough, you’ll need something lightweight to prevent you from feeling like you’ve been lifting weights at the conclusion of the day, and look for cutting-edge ionic technology to speed up drying time, minimize damage, and leave locks looking glossy and frizz-free.
The best is a blow dryer from Professional Ionic with ceramic tourmaline. It has less than a pound of weight and delivers strong airflow while being virtually silent.
If you only have one iron in your kit, it should be a 1” curling iron. It’s flexible enough to produce a variety of effects because the barrel isn’t too tiny that you wind up with tight ringlets, but it’s also big enough to give just the right amount of bend and wave. Wrap the hair around the barrel in a variety of ways to create curls that range from loose to polished and sophisticated. Because of their greater control and diversity of methods, experts always recommend using a marcel curling iron over a spring curling iron.
This is one of those tools that you’ll want to have in your arsenal if you want to remove hair quickly while creating great texture. Do you desire hair with a more lived-in look, but not a clean and precise aesthetic? A razor might be used instead. If you want to be more adaptable, search for a razor with interchangeable blades that can be used for straight-razor cutting, blending, and texturizing. Also, an ergonomic finger design keeps your hand in a natural posture and minimizes strain, so look for this feature when purchasing your next razor.
A paddle brush is an ideal tool for swiftly and safely untangling hair. It’s also a great choice for flat-wrapping or volume-wrapping hair before styling. Another plus: The broad, rectangular surface is ideal for distributing tension over a wide surface while blowing dry. Look for a brush with soft cushioned feet and ball-tipped nylon bristles infused with tourmaline to increase tension and shine in the hair without extra effort.
Combs may be used for a wide range of purposes, including cutting, coloring, and styling hair. Scissor-over-comb or clipper-over-comb techniques; and straightening, separating, and styling the hair are all made easier with a variety of combs. A tail comb, a short cutting comb, a long cutting comb, and a broad trimming comb will cover all of your needs, especially if your thinking about starting a braiding salon.
Look for professional combs made from carbon fibers, silicone, and graphite resins that provide the smoothest glide possible and can withstand 450 degrees Fahrenheit of heat.
Clips are useful for cutting, coloring, and styling hair. Still, not all clips are created equal. Look for ones with the greatest grip on dry hair so you can isolate big sections of hair when drying, cutting, or braiding hair. You’ll also want a clip that won’t leave marks to create perfect updos. Clips are an excellent choice since they may be utilized on wet hair yet minimize creases and lines on dry hair.
A water bottle that fits easily in the palm of your hand while lightly misting or rapidly saturating the hair should be available to every hairdresser. Many newer water spray bottles include a long-lasting, continuous spray ability.
When it comes to producing flawless blowouts, a round brush is required, but the right size must be chosen for the task. A small barrel is ideal for creating brief hairstyles, a medium barrel adds fullness at the base, and a big barrel is perfect for long, loose waves or straight styles with the body. A round brush may also improve thin hair and make it appear fuller and thicker. To create maximum volume and shine, seek a brush with the ideal blend of nylon and boar bristles.
Additional Salon Necessities:
Shampoo Area
• Shampoo Bowls/Backwash Units
• Shampoo Chairs
• Shampoo Area Cabinetry & Storage
• Shampoo Bowl Hair Trap
• Hair Color Bar
• Trash Bin
Salon Stations
• Salon Styling Chairs
• Stylist Cutting Stools
• Salon Chair Mats
• Salon Styling Stations
• Mirrors
• Tool Appliance Holders
• Utility Carts & Trolleys
• Utility Trays
Hair Processing Equipment
• Dryer Unit
• Dryer Chair
Overall Essential Tools
• Shears
• Blending Shears
• Clippers
• Trimmer
• Blow Dryer
• Curling Iron
• Flat Iron
• Razor
• Sectioning Clips
• Combs & Brushes
• Water Bottle
• Capes
• Disinfectant & Jar
• Towels
• Duster Brush
• Hair Products
Tools are most crucial in the art of hairdressing
They can be used together and in conjunction with each other to create an array of different looks and create a multitude of different looks. Each has its own special reason for being important in the art of hairdressing. When starting out, these top tools that are going to be the most important tools you will need to build your professional career. Weather you are a hairdresser, natural hairstylist, loc specialist, or braider. You will be prepared to tackle any texture any haircut and any style.
** Please note that this is just a few things you will need to get started with your salon; however, if you are a wigmaker, colorist, or micro-link extension expert you will need additional tools such as mixing bowls, metal plier tool, etc.
Find the right tools for you
Finding the right tools for you may take some time, but I hope you found this hair salon equipment list helpful. I will add more tools and equipment on the list in the future. If you have an suggestion I would love to hear from you.