But when done correctly, it’s totally possible to freshen up your layers, trim your (pre-existing) bangs, or get rid of split ends at home when you’re in a pinch and unable to visit the salon for a cut every six to eight weeks. However, we do advise saving big hair changes for professionals.
Starting small with a few deliberate cuts and moving slowly are the keys. When you trim damp hair, keep in mind that it may appear even shorter when it dries, so use extra caution. Even better, wait until your hair is completely dry before cutting it if you have curly or wavy hair so you can see how it will look when it’s finished.
How to Make Your Own Straight Haircut
Anyone with straight hair may ensure that their DIY cut is smooth and even by using these foolproof techniques. Bring hair to the front, and depending on whether you want a blunt or rounded cut, snip at an angle or straight.
How to Trim Split Ends on Your Own
This technique teaches you how to target split ends and snip them without affecting the length or shape of your present cut if you’re having trouble with frayed or split ends but don’t want to lose any length (or if you don’t trust yourself to give yourself a “true” haircut). With your hair looking beautiful in the meantime, you can wait a little longer between hair treatments!
How to Trim Curly Hair
If you have thick, curly hair, sectioning your layers and giving your ends a light trim will help your hair stay healthier and lengthen the time between professional salon visits. The technique can also be used to simply clip the ends of your hair if you don’t want to wear bangs in this manner.