Does point cutting thin your hair? (cut, haircut, stylist, salon)

[rhal22]

Approximately 6 months ago my hair was thinned out entirely too much. it hasn't been the same since. I switched hair stylists and I specifically told her not to thin my hair out. during my last haircut, I noticed that she uses a technique called point cutting on the ends of my hair as opposed to a blunt cut. I questioned her about it and she said that she is cutting the ends at an angle to give it texture since don't want it thinned. I was wondering if point cutting thins hair out. Also, If I get a blunt cut next time, will that even everything out? Any insight would be greatly appreciated.

[D217]

No, I don't believe so. Thinning - with thinning shears - is an entirely different process than simply point cutting the ends for a trim. *It can take a long time to grow out hair that has been thinned, since sections of hair are cut at different lengths to remove major bulk & create layers.. Point cutting is a very basic technique most stylists use and it only affects the ends. Helps smooth things out and keep a nicer shape than a straight blunt cut.

[kelsie]

No, what your stylist told you was correct. She is not thinning your hair.

[katie45]

I agree that point cutting will not thin out your hair.

I have very fine hair and point cutting is perfect for me since blunt cuts end up looking just like that: blunt, and one can clearly see the cut lines.

[Lubbylu]

katie45, I have had the same problem, unfortunately I could not make my usual appointment with my usual hairdresser and had to have another stylist.....I was very nervous, but went all the same she point cut my hair, the very first time I have had this done and boy it was a good cut, my hairdresser, I have had for 30 odd years, still blunt cuts and my hair is poker straight to start with and it sick out in all angles, I have asked for a pointed cut but, she said it would ruin the style!
I said that the 'stand in' stylist gave a very good cut, she did not comment. but how do you change your hairdresser after 30 odd years of service, to another one in the same salon??? what a dilemma

[CSD610]

Originally Posted by Lubbylu

katie45, I have had the same problem, unfortunately I could not make my usual appointment with my usual hairdresser and had to have another stylist.....I was very nervous, but went all the same she point cut my hair, the very first time I have had this done and boy it was a good cut, my hairdresser, I have had for 30 odd years, still blunt cuts and my hair is poker straight to start with and it sick out in all angles, I have asked for a pointed cut but, she said it would ruin the style!
I said that the 'stand in' stylist gave a very good cut, she did not comment. but how do you change your hairdresser after 30 odd years of service, to another one in the same salon??? what a dilemma

You make the next appointment with the stand in and tell the old stylist she would not do as you, her customer asked for.

[Skatergirl]

There's "tip" point cutting that doesn't go into the interior of the hair which can give nice texture to the style. This lets the ends not look too heavy. Then there's deep point cutting that absolutely can thin the **** out of your hair. Some cuts call for texturizing but it also depends on the type of hair you have and whether or not YOUR hair responds well to the type of cutting.

[Lin1313]

I am so glad I read this thread. I'm going to be having my hair cut fairly soon and learning about tip point cutting and deep point cutting means I will be able to ask my hairdresser whether a blunt cut, tip or deep point cutting will be the best way of achieving the style I want. Thank you so much everyone.

[fresnochili]

My hairdresser does this technique also. Never knew the name.

But, I love it. It gives my hair more body as it grows out. And it grows so fast.

[Lin1313]

Thought you ladies might enjoy this link: Hair Cutting Terms - Hair Salon Language
I gave it to Becky, my hairdresser, (she comes to my house) and Becky whips it out to show all her new customers. Brilliant!