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3 years, 5 months ago

I want to cut my own hair. Full haircut, not a trim. Did this a few years ago by pulling hair into a ponytail.

It turned out great, but I've forgotten which direction to hold the scissors. Should I cut in the direction of ear to ear or should I cut in a line with the nose? Hair is long, needs at least 8 inches cut off.
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bmlhailstone | 3 years, 5 months ago
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I agree with the other guy. Don't do it. I've cut my own hair successfully once or twice, but I'll still usually have a few things that would be better cut by a stylist.

If you go for it, set up a bunch of mirrors around yourself. Cut in the direction of ear to ear, and be careful. You can always cut more, but you can't go back.

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dreamer08 | 3 years, 5 months ago
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You're a brave person! lol I totally wouldn't be able to trust myself. However, my aunt is a hairdresser and she gave me these tips:

1. Wet your hair! Shampoo, condition...the works! Make sure it's not tangled.

2. Scissors should be very sharp or else you're going to ruin your hair and the cut line won't be nice and clean. Cut little by litte because you don't want to realize you've cut too much too late! yikes!

3. Comb your wet hair from scalp down, while holding that specific section between index and middle fingers. Measure and snip!

4. When you're done, tug all sections to make sure the cuts are even! :)

For the scissor holding itself you cut away from the chest and section from ear to ear. I've included a good instructional video and link with photos on how to hold the scissors while cutting your hair. For me, it's easier to see it rather than read about the details and steps.
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coocooforyou | 3 years, 5 months ago
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Two pony tails-
One in the top half of your head and than separate the bottom into another pony tail.
Cut ear from year holding the scissors at a downward level.

Take out pony tail and access much more you want off the top, this gives you a guide to cut the top layer, follow the bottom levels as far as length.
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kring | 3 years, 5 months ago Report

This is the best answer so far.

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coocooforyou | 3 years, 5 months ago Report

Thanks! I have done this before for clients, and myself!
But, remember as well to not worry about straightness/ evenness until you get the bulk of the hair cut, and than you can fine tune!

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artchick1 | 3 years, 5 months ago
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DON'T DO IT! Go to a good hairstylist....it's worth the money

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kring | 3 years, 5 months ago Report

If I lived in an area with a good stylist, I would go. That's the reason for the question. Thanks anyways.

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sambqt | 3 years, 5 months ago
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If it will be 4 inches or shorter after the cut, you can use a Flowbee.

http://www.amazon.com/Flowbee-Haircutting-System-Compare-69-00/dp/B00020F9TK

There are a couple of other similar systems that attach to your vacuum. I used to use this on my kids when they were younger. It worked really well.

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mililani | 3 years, 5 months ago
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go layered, that way it won't be as obvious if it's crooked

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