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ARC™ Scissors are the highest quality Japanese scissors, handcrafted by master smiths in Japan who are as passionate about making scissors as you are about cutting hair. When it comes to handcrafting scissors for professional hairstylists, ARC™ Scissors refuses to take any shortcuts—and that’s what sets ARC™ apart.

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SHAG 101: The Dos And Don'ts

SHAG 101: The Dos And Don'ts

arc,  arc scissors,  Designer Series,  Fringe,  how-to,  Rachel Williams,  Shag

The shag haircut can be an intimidating cut when you are first attempting it. From its section elevation to the texturizing techniques, it can seem confusing but the shag is a highly customizable and versatile cut if you know how to slay it. We reached out to ARC™ Scissors Architect and shag expert Rachel Williams (@rachelwstylist) to get all of her tips and tricks to ease your anxiety and set you up for success.

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SHAG CUTTING: WHY THE CORNERS ARE CRUCIAL

SHAG CUTTING: WHY THE CORNERS ARE CRUCIAL

arc,  arc scissors,  Brian Hickman,  dry cutting,  haircut,  how-to,  Layers,  Master Series,  paragon,  Shag,  Slide Cutting

Cutting a shag isn't one-size-fits all and corners are HUGE when taking a shag from traditional to a mullet. What is a corner you ask? We tapped Nashville-based cutter Brian Hickman (@brianhickman1) to break down everything you need to know about this section and why it's so important for a connected haircut and a seamless growout. 

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3 Cutting Techniques For Removing Weight From Thick Hair

3 Cutting Techniques For Removing Weight From Thick Hair

arc,  arc scissors,  bob haircut,  bobs,  Chris Jones,  Designer Series,  dry cutting,  Master Series,  paragon,  Short Hair,  symmetry,  Texturizing Shears

Cutting the perfect bob can be intimidating. Cutting the perfect bob on a client with thick hair (and a lot of it!) can be downright scary. But have no fear, ARC™ Architect, #ONESHOT Cut Video Winner and bob-cutting expert Chris Jones (@chrisjones_hair) broke down his signature cutting techniques for removing weight without compromising shape. 

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3 CUTTING TECHNIQUES FOR CREATING TEXTURED FRINGE

3 CUTTING TECHNIQUES FOR CREATING TEXTURED FRINGE

arc,  briana cisneros,  finge,  instagram,  paragon

Picture this: A client comes in for their first post-quarantine appointment and they want a major change—what do you suggest?  If you’ve been glued to Instagram like we have, you might have seen Briana Cisneros, aka @brianacisneros, share her fringe cutting tutorials and we can’t get enough. Check out Briana’s three go-to techniques for creating fringe with texture and LOTS of movement. 

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