How To Cut My Hair

Be sure you have a sharp pair of hair cutting scissors and a good comb. If you plan to cut your hair regularly it would be wise at some point to invest in a pair of thinning shears or hair cutting clippers.

You'll also need some hair clips. Have a spray bottle handy so you can keep the hair wet which makes it easier to cut.

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Start by wetting hair or ideally shampooing the hair if it hasn't been washed recently. Comb the hair and ensure it is tangle free.

Simple styles are the best when cutting your own hair. The easiest is to cut one length everywhere.

Use your hair clips to section the hair into four to six sections starting with a part in the middle and section off the sides, front and back. Start by removing one clip and cut each section, one at a time.

Comb your hair straight out from your scalp and hold the hair smoothly between your index and middle fingers. Measure the desired length and carefully cut off the excess. Continue in this matter until you have completed each section. Run your fingers your hair hold the hair outward to check the length and make sure it is even throughout the entire head.

This type of cut works well for men and women and for both short and long hair.

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The back will be the hardest area to cut. If your hair is long you can comb it forward and decide how much to take off. For short hair you may want to set up a few mirrors at various angles so you can easily see the entire back of the head.

Divide the back into two sections by placing a part down the middle. Cut each section separately using the same method as you did for all the other sections. Comb your hair straight out from your scalp and hold the hair smoothly between your index and middle fingers. Measure the desired length and carefully cut off the excess.