Frequently Asked Questions
Inquiries from the architectural stylist, answered.
For a full-time stylist executing 8-10 cuts per day, ATS-314 cobalt alloy shears typically require professional honing every 9 to 12 months. Lesser alloys like 440C may require servicing every 4 to 6 months.
Not inherently. Titanium is superior for coarse, resilient hair due to rapid heat transfer. Ceramic is superior for fine, fragile, or highly processed hair because it distributes far-infrared heat evenly without hot spots.
Brushless digital motors operate at extreme RPMs (up to 110,000). This pushes the acoustic signature into a higher frequency band. While the pitch is higher, the actual decibel level is typically lower than traditional AC motors.
A crane handle features a severe downward angle from the pivot. This allows the stylist to cut with their elbow resting against their side rather than elevated, significantly reducing strain on the rotator cuff and carpal tunnel over a long career.
It is not recommended. Harsh alcohols can degrade the microscopic tourmaline infusion over time. Use a damp microfiber cloth while the plates are slightly warm (unplugged), or a specialized thermal tool cleaner.