All of the techniques used by hairdressers can, and are used in conjunction with one another to gain the individual benefits of each of them. There are three main steps to be taken when cutting, defining, shaping and finishing. e.g. by using free hand and club cutting to create the outside line. Graduating or scissors over comb to define the shape and weight of the style. Thinning and texturising can be used to gain texture and movement.