Which of the following hair types should be texturized 1" (2.5 cm) away from the scalp?

• A. Fine Hair
• B. Coarse Hair
• C. Blond Hair
• D. Medium Hair

Answer: (D)

Texturizing distance from the scalp controls where bulk is removed to shape the illusion of density and movement. When you texturize about 1 inch away from the scalp, you soften the mid-lengths and layering without taking away all the root fullness. Medium-density hair responds well to this distance because there’s enough weight at the roots to keep the hair looking full while the texture blends smoothly into the lengths.

Fine hair is more fragile at the scalp and can look sparser if you remove weight too close to the roots; texturizing a bit farther from the scalp risks leaving the roots too bulky. Coarse hair tends to hold bulk, so texturizing 1 inch away may not reduce enough weight to shape the silhouette and could require closer or more aggressive texturizing. Hair color doesn’t determine the technique here—the key factor is how the hair’s density and weight respond to the cut. So, medium hair is the best fit for texturizing 1 inch away from the scalp.