Before you start:
- Inspect your clipper. Make sure it’s free of hair and dirt, properly oiled, and running smoothly.
- Place a towel or cape around the neck of the person whose hair is being cut.
- Seat the person so that his or her head is at your eye level. This gives you greater visibility and control.
- First, comb hair until it’s tangle-free. Then hold clipper in a comfortable grip. Now you’re ready to cut.