Maintenance
A Five-Minute Blade Care Routine Between Clients
Brushing, disinfecting, oiling and storage in a sensible order to keep clipper and trimmer blades cutting cleanly.
Barber Selective Editorial · Published 2026-06-09 · Updated 2026-09-26 · 4 min read
1. Brush out hair
With the tool off, brush hair from between the teeth and around the blade housing.
2. Disinfect
Use a disinfectant registered for barber tools and follow the label's contact time and your state board's rules.
3. Oil and run
Add a few drops of blade oil across the teeth and run the tool briefly to spread it. Wipe off excess. Follow the manufacturer's directions for your specific blade.
4. Store safely
Store the tool with a blade guard or in a clean, dry spot. Replace blades that are chipped, pulling hair or running hot even after cleaning and oiling.
Independent editorial from Barber Selective. Not sponsored and not endorsed by any manufacturer. Always follow the manufacturer's instructions for your tool.