What direction is the razor held during the backhand stroke?

What direction is the razor held during the backhand stroke?

• A. Upward and toward the barber
• B. Downward and toward the barber
• C. Upward and away from the barber
• D. Downward and away from the barber

Answer: (A)

Backhand strokes are done with the razor held so the cutting edge faces toward the barber, and you move the blade upward along the skin. This orientation gives you the clearest view of the edge and the most precise control, allowing you to keep light contact and a shallow angle as you glide with the hair’s direction. The upward motion helps lift hairs and reduces the chance of digging or nicking the skin, while keeping the edge toward you (toward the barber) provides steady guidance of the blade, especially on curves or sensitive areas.

Backhand strokes are done with the razor held so the cutting edge faces toward the barber, and you move the blade upward along the skin. This orientation gives you the clearest view of the edge and the most precise control, allowing you to keep light contact and a shallow angle as you glide with the hair’s direction. The upward motion helps lift hairs and reduces the chance of digging or nicking the skin, while keeping the edge toward you (toward the barber) provides steady guidance of the blade, especially on curves or sensitive areas.