Haircuts for women are ridiculously priced, costing up to $80 at some salons, and if you just want something simple, like a trim, it can feel like a total scam. But fear not, because if you’re feeling daring enough, you can do it yourself. This past week I decided to chop my own hair and — other than kindof clogging my sink — it was not as bad of a decision as some would think. I’ve actually gotten compliments on my haircut, surprisingly enough. Now that I have obviously mastered the art of hairdressing here are some tips to give yourself a new look.
- Make sure you have multiple mirrors.
-
You will need to see your head from many angles, especially the back of your hair, so make sure you have mirrors to help you see.
- Straighten your hair first if you do it dry.
-
You want to see the full length of your hair before you start chopping.
- Make sure both sides are equal before you start working on the back.
-
It is easier to use the front of your hair as a reference as you move back to keep it even, so make sure both sides match before proceeding.
- Have someone look at it before you debut it.
-
No one wants to go out looking like Edward Scissorhands came after them and sometimes you will miss a piece or two, so have your friend, family or whoever look it over to make sure you got it all even.
- Go for it.
-
Be confident while cutting and remember: if worst comes to worst, you can walk into a Supercuts Hair Salon tomorrow.
Be confident while cutting and remember: if worst comes to worst, you can walk into a Supercuts Hair Salon tomorrow.