How to Give Yourself a Haircut: 10 Different Methods

These tried-and-true techniques will guarantee a professional-looking lob for anyone with straight hair. Bring hair forward and cut at an angle or straight, depending on whether you want it to fall in a round or blunt shape.

If you have split, frayed ends but don't want to get a full haircut (or if you don't think you can give yourself a "real" one), this technique will show you how to selectively trim only the damaged areas. This will give you some breathing room between salon visits while still ensuring that your hair continues to look great.

Carli Bybel of YouTube fame demonstrates how to achieve the current it hairstyle by cutting graduated layers into ultra-long locks using professional shears by sectioning the hair, pulling it to the front, and cutting at an angle.

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In order to keep your thick, curly hair healthy and grow out between salon visits, all you need to do is section it into layers and trim the ends. This cut features layers and bangs, but the same principle can be applied to a straightforward lob.

It can be difficult to achieve a professional-looking DIY cut, but this tried-and-true method for creating layers at home is perfect for novices. The "unicorn ponytail" technique entails smoothing hair into a ponytail at the top of the hairline near the forehead, pulling hair forward, and cutting the ends. The more acute the angle, the more dramatic the face-framing layers.

This technique can be used to cut hair that is lob, bob, or shoulder length by pulling it forward and securing it with small elastics before cutting. Make fine, precise cuts to smooth out any rough edges.

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Kaye uses clippers, shears, and a plethora of clips (and patience) to keep her semi-loose hair in a pixie cut. This precise cut requires a careful part, a tight clip, and a thorough comb-through.

Not everyone should try cutting their own bangs at home. If you already have a fringe, whether it's blunt and across your forehead, side-swept, or parted like a curtain, you can use these tricks to give it a new look. Stella Cini, a popular YouTuber, also warns against cutting your bangs for the first time at home: "Please make sure you know what you're sort of doing before you do it — or do it like me on a wig." "

This YouTuber explains the secret to her gorgeous natural locks: a regular trimming routine She recommends using your fingers to detangle the hair before cutting it, and then using the previously cut hair as a guide to ensure an even trim.

Although we recommend leaving major hair changes to the experts, this YouTuber makes chopping off four or five inches of hair look simple. If you're already an expert at home haircuts and want to take things to the next level, you should flat iron hair before cutting it to make sure it's uniform and ready for a blunt bob cut.

Teich, Jessica

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