Thinning shears can elevate a hairstyle from bulky and shapeless to something layered and intentional. It’s often one of those final steps your barber does to finesse the look; you know, that moment ...

Sharpening scissors at home can help you achieve smoother, more efficient cuts. By learning how to sharpen these essential household tool you can restore their cutting power when they start to dull.

Dr. Elizabeth Yuko is a bioethicist and adjunct professor of ethics at Fordham University. She has written for The New York Times, The Washington Post, The Atlantic, Rolling Stone, CNN & Playboy.

When you use hair thinning scissors correctly, they can refine bulky sections, blend layers, and give a cut a softer, more natural finish. Used at the wrong moment (or on the wrong hair type) they can ...