10 Tips for Easy DIY Haircut at Home

Going to hair salons regularly for your trim might not make for a drastic appearance change, but it can make a dent in your wallet. During the time of quarantine, DIY haircuts have become more essential than ever. Not only are they easy to customize and budget-friendly, but you can constantly try new styles without being worried about the wrong chop.

Equip yourself with the right tools

Make sure you’re equipped with perfectly sharp hair scissors to avoid dreaded split ends. A fine-tooth comb and a hand held mirror are also important so that you can smooth and check in regularly from all angles. Keep a spray bottle filled with water nearby, which will keep hair damp and make it easier to cut. If you’re looking to layer or remove weight, texturizing scissors can be helpful. Short hair might require clippers.

2. To wet cut or dry cut, that is the question

You may have heard of some salons encouraging dry cuts, and that’s because wet cutting isn’t conducive with all hair types. If you have straight hair, wet cutting it will work best to ensure evenness. But due to shrinkage, if you have very wavy or curly hair, it might be better to cut it dry so that you can see the natural curl pattern with more clarity.

3. Don’t go too short

Always leave a little bit of room. If you cut it exactly and end up not liking it, there’s not exactly anywhere to go from there. Leave a little leeway from your ideal length, especially if you’re cutting wet because hair often looks shorter when it is dry. For DIY haircuts or salon cuts, this is the best way to ensure that you’re getting the result you really want, even when leaving room for mistakes.

4. Separate into sections

The way that your haircutter normally divides your hair into sections might look like sorcery, but it’s quite easy to learn and is essential to any haircut. Doing sections allows you to focus on small pieces as a time, and helps you make the cut more symmetrical. When making them, be sure that the opposite sides are the same length. From there, you can create just a few sections or tons – whatever makes it easier for you.