Anyone who is a "do it yourself" fan wants to know how to cut their hair by themselves! Whether it's due to lack of money, lack of time or having gone through unpleasant experiences with a professional, it's always good for us to know how to turn around, even if it's just to appeal in some emergency moment or to be able to test different cuts at different times in life .
So, here are some tutorials for you to learn possible and simple cuts to do yourself. Just have the indicated material and follow the guidelines correctly!
But, it is always worth remembering that the first few times it is possible that the result is not perfect. So it's important that you are open to it and only take chances when you feel confident to do so.
Before starting any of the options, wash your hair and untangle the strands well while they are still damp. With a fine-toothed comb, divide the hair in half and comb until it is uniform. Ready! Now choose the cut you like, be brave and go for it!
How to cut hair yourself - just the ends
- After stretching the strands well, hold the lock on one side of the hair between your fingers, with your head straight and without pulling the hair in front of your face.
- With the help of the other hand, slide your fingers to the height you intend to take.
- Twist your fingers so you can see them in the mirror and cut close to them.
- Do the same thing on the other side, but remember to cut exactly the same amount so it doesn't look crooked.
- Then comb your hair well and make sure the length is the same on both sides.
- If not, repeat the operation on the side that got bigger, but don't overdo it. Better to go little by little than cut too much and then have a shorter result than you were looking for.
How to cut hair yourself - in V
- For this cut, after correctly dividing and combing the strands well, bring each side to the front of the shoulder.
- Secure each part with an elastic, below the ears.
- The further down you are looking, the sharper the V will be.
- Position your hand exactly above the height you want to maintain.
- Make a straight cut. Ready! When you release the strands, you will see the V effect at the ends.
How to cut hair yourself - in layers
- For this cut, after parting your hair, look down with your head at ninety degrees.
- Throw your hair in front of your face, combed from root to tip.
- Then, without lifting your head, hold each piece and cut in a straight line.
- When you lift your head the layers will be well marked.
How to cut hair yourself - straight
- After dividing and combing the still wet strands, part the hair in half and secure each half with an elastic below the ears, at the height you want to cut.
- Make sure the rubber bands on both sides are at the same height.
- Cut below where you marked very straight, without leaving any ends.
- Then let the hair down and check with the help of a second mirror how the hair looks on the back.
- If necessary, adjust any leftover ends.
How to cut hair yourself - peaked
- This one is easy! Secure a ponytail at the top of your head, firmly and untangled.
- Align from the forehead, marking with your fingers the length you leave your hair.
- Make a straight cut and let the hair down. He will get a natural peak with a lot of movement.
- Tip: start without taking too much hair and measure the length when you let go. So, if you want it even shorter, just repeat the operation.
How to cut hair yourself - short
- This option is a little more complex, but it is possible to get a good result.
- Divide the hair into four sections, like a cross, and secure tightly at the base right in the middle of each quadrant.
- Start by cutting the two pieces closest to the back of your neck. Define exactly the length you want to leave and pass the scissors in a straight cut.
- Then repeat the operation on the two top parts.
- If you want to make your hair more smooth, cut one to two fingers longer than the bottom strands. If you want to leave your hair longer, cut one to two fingers less than you cut the first locks.
How to cut bangs yourself
- Separate the whole part of the fringe with the help of the fine comb. You will start cutting in the middle and then move to the ends.
- Use your fingers to define how high you want the fringe to be and pin down exactly where you want to cut it.
- Run the scissors under your fingers, right next to them.
- When you're done, check if there's a point left and hit it with the help of the fine-toothed comb.
The material is fundamental to the success of the cut!
Stay tuned for what you'll need to cut your hair yourself correctly. The first thing is hairdressing scissors. You can find it in specialized hair stores. She doesn't let the thread snag, it's super sharp and leaves the hair straight. This is fundamental! If you use stationery or sewing scissors, the hair will fly out and the result will be crooked.
In addition to scissors, you will need a fine-toothed comb, hair clips and a large mirror, it can be the one in your bathroom if the place is well lit. Ready! You are equipped to start cutting your own hair.
