How to cut your own hair

Preparing Your Hair

Before you start cutting your hair at home, it's important to prepare your hair correctly to achieve the best possible result.

Washing Your Hair

Start by washing your hair with a gentle shampoo and then apply a moisturizing conditioner. Rinse thoroughly and dry your hair by patting it with a soft towel. Avoid rubbing your hair too hard as this can damage or break it.

Detangling Your Hair

Before you start cutting, make sure your hair is completely detangled. Use a brush or wide-toothed comb to remove any knots or tangles. This will help prevent accidentally cutting uneven sections of hair.

Selecting the Right Tools

To cut your hair at home, you'll need some essential tools such as hair-cutting scissors, combs, hair sectioning clips, and a pair of thinning shears. Make sure you have everything you need before starting the haircut.

• Hair-cutting scissors should be sharp and specific for this use.
• The combs should have teeth that are wide enough and spaced apart to allow for easy sectioning of the hair.
• The hair sectioning clips will help you work more precisely and organizedly.
• Thinning shears are useful for removing excess volume without cutting too much hair at once.

Having all these tools on hand will guarantee easier and more precise work, avoiding having to look for tools as you go along with the haircut.

Cutting Your Hair

Before you start cutting your hair, it's important to have the right tools on hand. You'll need hair-cutting scissors, a fine-toothed comb, a brush, and hair clips.

Step 1: Preparing Your Hair

Start by washing and drying your hair. Comb through your hair thoroughly to remove any knots or tangles. Divide your hair into sections using the hair clips. Make sure each section is well-defined and easy to manage.

Step 2: Start Cutting

Begin with one section at a time, starting from the bottom and working your way up. Use the fine-toothed comb to lift a small section of hair and then use the scissors to cut it to the desired length. If you want a straight cut, keep the comb parallel to the floor while cutting. If you want a layered look, tilt the comb slightly before cutting.

Step 3: Continue Cutting

Repeat this process on all sections of your hair until you've achieved the desired length and style. Remember to cut only a small amount at a time to avoid irreversible mistakes.

Step 4: Finishing Touches

After cutting all of your hair, check for any areas that may need touch-ups. Use the scissors to trim any hairs that are too long or unruly.

• Remember to never cut wet hair, as it will shorten once dry.
• If you need to cut your own hair often, consider purchasing professional hair cutting scissors.
• If in doubt, it's always best to seek advice from a professional hairdresser.

With these simple steps, you can achieve a haircut at home without having to go to the salon. Just remember to be patient and only cut small amounts at a time to avoid irreversible mistakes. Good luck!

Finishing and styling.

After cutting your hair, it's important to dedicate some time for finishing and styling to achieve the desired look. Here are some useful tips:

Drying

Before starting to comb or style your hair, make sure it is completely dry. Use a hair dryer to thoroughly dry each strand of hair. If you have curly hair, you can use a diffuser to create soft waves.

Combing

Use a brush or wide-toothed comb to comb your hair and remove any knots. Start from the ends of your hair and work your way up. If you have long hair, you may want to divide it into smaller sections to make combing easier.

Styling

Depending on the look you want to achieve, you can use styling products such as gel, mousse or hairspray. Apply the product on damp or dry hair according to the instructions on the package. Use your fingers or a comb to evenly distribute the product on your hair and style it as desired.

• If you want to create defined curls, you can use curlers and leave them in until your hair is completely dry.
• If you want to have straight and neat hair, you can use a hair straightener. Remember to apply a protective product on your hair before using the straightener to avoid damage to your hair.

Remember that styling your hair takes practice and patience. Don't get discouraged if you don't achieve the desired result on the first try. Keep experimenting until you find the perfect style for you.

Conclusion

As you have seen, cutting your own hair may seem scary at first, but with the right equipment and techniques, it's possible to achieve great results. Always remember to take care of your hair and dedicate time to its care and styling. With a little practice, you can become a true expert in DIY haircutting!