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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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Has anyone ever cut their own hair? What has been your experience?
I've been wanting to cut my hair for a while (its now down to my bum!) but I wanted to wait until after my friend's wedding. The wedding has come and gone and I'm thinking of cutting my hair. I've done touch ups and trimming, but I'm wanting something a bit more drastic lately.
Any tips or opinions would be welcome 
-Courtney |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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"OMG no! Never.
Hairdresser. Every time. Even for fringe trims."
Oh. 
I'm going to look like a fucking mess, aren't I? I'm so tempted to try, though. It's also cheaper  |
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By *ee VianteWoman
over a year ago
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"OMG no! Never.
Hairdresser. Every time. Even for fringe trims.
Oh.
I'm going to look like a fucking mess, aren't I? I'm so tempted to try, though. It's also cheaper "
You may be more talented than I but personally I wouldn't risk it. |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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My friend cuts hers all the time and it looks great she has even managed to cut it from the middle of her back to a pixie cut. So if your brave enough give it a go and if it goes wrong you can always see a hairdresser afterwards  |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"Has anyone ever cut their own hair? What has been your experience?
I've been wanting to cut my hair for a while (its now down to my bum!) but I wanted to wait until after my friend's wedding. The wedding has come and gone and I'm thinking of cutting my hair. I've done touch ups and trimming, but I'm wanting something a bit more drastic lately.
Any tips or opinions would be welcome
-Courtney "
Naughty's top tip
If your ill you go to the doctors
If you have a bad tooth you go to the dentist
GO TO THE HAIRDRESSERS |
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"OMG no! Never.
Hairdresser. Every time. Even for fringe trims.
Oh.
I'm going to look like a fucking mess, aren't I? I'm so tempted to try, though. It's also cheaper "
No, your hair looks lovely. Get to the hairdressers young lady...lol |
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By (user no longer on site)
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"OMG no! Never.
Hairdresser. Every time. Even for fringe trims.
Oh.
I'm going to look like a fucking mess, aren't I? I'm so tempted to try, though. It's also cheaper "
Get in a mobile hairdresser usually 1/4 of the price. Don't do it yourself |
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By *GHertsCouple
over a year ago
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I do my own fringe - after a fashion but am too scared to tackle the length. There was this DIY haircut thing going round a few years back that lots of women raved about where you scrape all your hair into a ponytail and cut the length from there ... the finished (layered) effect depending on where the 'tail' was sited, from memory I think you put it right on top of your head. I'm sure Google and YouTube must have loads of ideas ha ha but not sure I'd be willing to try for real.
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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"I do my own fringe - after a fashion but am too scared to tackle the length. There was this DIY haircut thing going round a few years back that lots of women raved about where you scrape all your hair into a ponytail and cut the length from there ... the finished (layered) effect depending on where the 'tail' was sited, from memory I think you put it right on top of your head. I'm sure Google and YouTube must have loads of ideas ha ha but not sure I'd be willing to try for real.
Ms G"
I actually did this, but I chickened out and only cut about 2 inches. I'm thinking more like 6 or more this time, and I was wondering of anyone whose done it has tips. Alrhough it sounds like maybe I should just pay someone |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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depends how you want it, i cut mine myself for over 10 years and people were always surprised when I told them, I did straight blunt cuts or sometimes layer, ;layers are easier.
Only just gone back to the hairdressers recently as i've gone back to a bob, but I still won't let her touch my fringe, I do that myself |
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By *odareyouMan
over a year ago
not far from iceland,,,,,, tescos is nearer though :-) (near leeds) |
I cut my own all of the time,... Thing to do is choose a style you like and that suits you...
I've one of six styles I stick to...
Blade 1 - 6..
Clippers are available free of charge. from johnsoda0204. |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
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"depends how you want it, i cut mine myself for over 10 years and people were always surprised when I told them, I did straight blunt cuts or sometimes layer, ;layers are easier.
Only just gone back to the hairdressers recently as i've gone back to a bob, but I still won't let her touch my fringe, I do that myself "
I want heavy layers (not just in the front, but all around my head) and cut to about 4 inches below my shoulders. Any tips for layers? |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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Oh and forgot to say in my last post, search creaclip on youtube, i bought one off amazon and it worked, easier with clippers then scissors though I found. |
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I'm sure some place looks for human hair for wigs if your chopping of a fair bit maybe donate it to them if they'll cut it . Get a sponsered cut raise money as well you don't have to shave head completely . |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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"Oh and forgot to say in my last post, search creaclip on youtube, i bought one off amazon and it worked, easier with clippers then scissors though I found."
Cheers |
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By (user no longer on site)
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"depends how you want it, i cut mine myself for over 10 years and people were always surprised when I told them, I did straight blunt cuts or sometimes layer, ;layers are easier.
Only just gone back to the hairdressers recently as i've gone back to a bob, but I still won't let her touch my fringe, I do that myself
I want heavy layers (not just in the front, but all around my head) and cut to about 4 inches below my shoulders. Any tips for layers?"
Sometimes I used to put my hair in a ponytail, twist it around a lot, then cut the end off for layers, if you chop into the ends it looks more natural, the higher the ponytail on your head the shorter/more pronounced the layers - other times i'd section the hair up so I knew i was doing it evenly, then hold the sections out at right angles or more and cut, same as hairdressers do, again, the higher you hold, the shorter the layers. |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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"I'm sure some place looks for human hair for wigs if your chopping of a fair bit maybe donate it to them if they'll cut it . Get a sponsered cut raise money as well you don't have to shave head completely . "
I've donated my hair before. I tend to cut it when it's really long. I'll look into it this time. Great idea. |
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By *ee VianteWoman
over a year ago
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"I'm sure some place looks for human hair for wigs if your chopping of a fair bit maybe donate it to them if they'll cut it . Get a sponsered cut raise money as well you don't have to shave head completely .
I've donated my hair before. I tend to cut it when it's really long. I'll look into it this time. Great idea."
Maybe ask the cancer place that TDs social was in aid of?
It's supposed to be really great and they may be able to suggest how to do it. |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"Has anyone ever cut their own hair? What has been your experience?
I've been wanting to cut my hair for a while (its now down to my bum!) but I wanted to wait until after my friend's wedding. The wedding has come and gone and I'm thinking of cutting my hair. I've done touch ups and trimming, but I'm wanting something a bit more drastic lately.
Any tips or opinions would be welcome
-Courtney "
I cut my hair a few months ago and I feel much better than when I didn't I'm cutting my hair again ain't stopped me getting guy's and couples though I'm so busy with meetings  |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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"depends how you want it, i cut mine myself for over 10 years and people were always surprised when I told them, I did straight blunt cuts or sometimes layer, ;layers are easier.
Only just gone back to the hairdressers recently as i've gone back to a bob, but I still won't let her touch my fringe, I do that myself
I want heavy layers (not just in the front, but all around my head) and cut to about 4 inches below my shoulders. Any tips for layers?
Sometimes I used to put my hair in a ponytail, twist it around a lot, then cut the end off for layers, if you chop into the ends it looks more natural, the higher the ponytail on your head the shorter/more pronounced the layers - other times i'd section the hair up so I knew i was doing it evenly, then hold the sections out at right angles or more and cut, same as hairdressers do, again, the higher you hold, the shorter the layers."
Thank you!! |
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By *xx1Man
over a year ago
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Right OP this is how to choose the perfect hairstyle....
Firstly, what is your face shape?
This is the biggest factor, as face shape determines the style and length.
Secondly, hair texture and thickness.
Thirdly, body shape
Fourth, career
Fifth, dress style.
I'm all for self-cutting (as in hair.) however, you must stay away from the more sleek looks ie.. Bobs. As these need to be more precise.
For the self-cutters I would recommend the layered or choppy look as these can be less structured. However, you will still need to check for symmetry and balance.
PM me with the answers to the 5 questions. Include a recent face and body pc and I will recommend your perfect style and tell you if it's possible to achieve yourself or a salon visit is needed. I will also give you a step by step tutorial.
Now that's fab.
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By (user no longer on site) OP
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"Right OP this is how to choose the perfect hairstyle....
Firstly, what is your face shape?
This is the biggest factor, as face shape determines the style and length.
Secondly, hair texture and thickness.
Thirdly, body shape
Fourth, career
Fifth, dress style.
I'm all for self-cutting (as in hair.) however, you must stay away from the more sleek looks ie.. Bobs. As these need to be more precise.
For the self-cutters I would recommend the layered or choppy look as these can be less structured. However, you will still need to check for symmetry and balance.
PM me with the answers to the 5 questions. Include a recent face and body pc and I will recommend your perfect style and tell you if it's possible to achieve yourself or a salon visit is needed. I will also give you a step by step tutorial.
Now that's fab.
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Ok, I'll pm you later today with the answers and face pic |
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Why can't you just visit the hairdressers OP?
You've got fantastic hair and I can't see how you could cut it yourself. I'd personally seek professional assistance else it may end up looking a right dogs dinner. There's a guy at work who cuts his own hair...it looks like Edward Scissorhands has been at it! |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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"Why can't you just visit the hairdressers OP?
You've got fantastic hair and I can't see how you could cut it yourself. I'd personally seek professional assistance else it may end up looking a right dogs dinner. There's a guy at work who cuts his own hair...it looks like Edward Scissorhands has been at it!"
That made me 
I honestly don't want to pay someone to cut my hair and then end up not liking the cut anyway. It's happened in the past. |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"Why can't you just visit the hairdressers OP?
You've got fantastic hair and I can't see how you could cut it yourself. I'd personally seek professional assistance else it may end up looking a right dogs dinner. There's a guy at work who cuts his own hair...it looks like Edward Scissorhands has been at it!
That made me
I honestly don't want to pay someone to cut my hair and then end up not liking the cut anyway. It's happened in the past. "
Know exactly what you mean
For the record, mine never looked like a dogs dinner, actually it looked better than it does now that the hairdresser's cut it |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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"Any male hairdressers on here near op. Its worth a try
Seems i talk to myself these days  "
At least you respond to yourself
I'm still waiting for the sexy hairdressers. They don't need to be male  |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"Any male hairdressers on here near op. Its worth a try
Seems i talk to myself these days
At least you respond to yourself
I'm still waiting for the sexy hairdressers. They don't need to be male "
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"Any male hairdressers on here near op. Its worth a try
Seems i talk to myself these days "
You're sexy when your lips move
 as flirt lines go that was shite, but I try |
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By *ee VianteWoman
over a year ago
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"Any male hairdressers on here near op. Its worth a try
Seems i talk to myself these days
At least you respond to yourself
I'm still waiting for the sexy hairdressers. They don't need to be male "
As it involves meeting you, I'm surprised half the site aren't suddenly hairdressers!
It would make a change from firefighters and soldiers. |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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"Any male hairdressers on here near op. Its worth a try
Seems i talk to myself these days
At least you respond to yourself
I'm still waiting for the sexy hairdressers. They don't need to be male
As it involves meeting you, I'm surprised half the site aren't suddenly hairdressers!
It would make a change from firefighters and soldiers."
It would make a nice change.
Sexy hairdressers, please find your way to my inbox  |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"You have lovely hair Courtney - go to a salon you bloody idiot.
Straight to the point there, Lib "
I gave a compliment so I'm allowed to make an insult - that's how it works, right? |
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By *ee VianteWoman
over a year ago
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"You have lovely hair Courtney - go to a salon you bloody idiot.
Straight to the point there, Lib
I gave a compliment so I'm allowed to make an insult - that's how it works, right?"
It's what half the people on the thread have said but in a very succinct form.
Made me laugh. Well, smile. |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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"You have lovely hair Courtney - go to a salon you bloody idiot.
Straight to the point there, Lib
I gave a compliment so I'm allowed to make an insult - that's how it works, right?
It's what half the people on the thread have said but in a very succinct form.
Made me laugh. Well, smile."
I'm definitely going to cut it myself now, just to be contrary |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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it's not hard to do, i cut and dye my own so i always get the style i want.
watch some youtube videos for tips, i used to watch the hairdresser so learnt that way. |
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By *uzzy NavelWoman
over a year ago
so near and yet so far.... |
"I'm sure some place looks for human hair for wigs if your chopping of a fair bit maybe donate it to them if they'll cut it . Get a sponsered cut raise money as well you don't have to shave head completely . "
There's a man on a scooter here in China that got a megaphone who everyday is asking for hair, apparently, he puts it in a ponytail and cuts it all off... Suppose if your short of money and get paid for your hair it's a win win.. |
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If I am going to give you constructive advice I will need to examine your hair closely Courtney. All you would need to do would be to drape it over my bare chest and swish it about for a while, brushing it gently against my chest and belly and working your way down to my nuts. |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"I havent had my hair cut by a hair dresser for ten years ,i just snip away at the split ends,they always seem to cut off to much than you ask them to ."
That's what I always find, I hate going to the hairdressers. X |
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By (user no longer on site)
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"Has anyone ever cut their own hair? What has been your experience?
I've been wanting to cut my hair for a while (its now down to my bum!) but I wanted to wait until after my friend's wedding. The wedding has come and gone and I'm thinking of cutting my hair. I've done touch ups and trimming, but I'm wanting something a bit more drastic lately.
Any tips or opinions would be welcome
-Courtney "
I am often tempted, what with all the tutorials you see on youtube but i'm not that brave tbh....although I did see a thing in a magazine once about how to cut your fringe ...and that worked out ok |
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By *exysuzi and Mr.SCouple
over a year ago
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Omg......I never cut my own hair. It's a trip to the hairdressers every 6 weeks for me. Expensive but I luv the product they are using. It leaves my hair so soft to touch for several weeks. Xxxxxx Suzi |
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"Hmm. I guess I have some thinking to do. I'm so torn. Maybe I'll give it a snip and then go to the hairdressers when I fuck up, like some have said. "
Try the local hairdressing college - we have Francescos. You can book in with different year levels yr 3 being most qualified. Cheap & if the cock it up they fix it too. My dad & Stepmum have been doing this for years now. Stepmum goes once a week for a free wash & blow-dry too |
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Also, if having a lot taken off you could donate to Little Princess Trust - they turn the hair into wigs for cancer patients but about 10cm is lost in the knotting process though
http://www.littleprincesses.org.uk/donate-hair/ |
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By (user no longer on site)
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"Has anyone ever cut their own hair? What has been your experience?
I've been wanting to cut my hair for a while (its now down to my bum!) but I wanted to wait until after my friend's wedding. The wedding has come and gone and I'm thinking of cutting my hair. I've done touch ups and trimming, but I'm wanting something a bit more drastic lately.
Any tips or opinions would be welcome
-Courtney "
I wouldn't suggest cutting it yourself, but if it's long and it's just a trim, get a friend to do it. If it's thick, clip 2/3 up and then cut the remaining section. Make the first cut in the middle as a guide, don't cut from one side to the other, it'll be uneven. Then do the hair that's tied up in a couple of sections.
Also, while having in done put your head forward and keep it there while your friend works. Good luck. Xx |
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By *B9 QueenWoman
over a year ago
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"I've cut my own hair for years. Tie it on top of your head and cut the ends off to the length you want. Depending on where you tie it you get layers.
Bear in mind I look like a shaggy dog though... "
I do the same. I've got very curly hair and I've only ever found one hairdresser who could do a good cut on it. Most just don't layer in enough, then they mousse it and use a diffuser (every fucking time - why?). I come out looking like Dolly Parton.
Unfortunately, the guy who knew how to do it was my ex's brother. |
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By *uxom redCouple
over a year ago
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I trim mine but I have mad hair. I've made hair dressers cry and they have made me cry with an alleged trim which when I went in my hair was at my waist and I came out at shoulder length because she couldn't get it level! |
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By *uzy444Woman
over a year ago
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yes. i rarely get the hairdresser to do it
when i want a change ( which i dont so no requests)..i have taken some clippers and been a grade 4 but i then send off my hair to cancer wig makers, because its good quality and i feel its being recycled for a good cause x |
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By (user no longer on site)
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You're considering giving yourself a drastic haircut, nooooooo that's what a hairdresser is for!!
I found my current hairdresser by asking friends (who hair I liked) where they get theirs cut & et voila I found her
Are you good with hair generally, up dos & styling that kind of thing? |
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By (user no longer on site)
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"I've cut my own hair for years. Tie it on top of your head and cut the ends off to the length you want. Depending on where you tie it you get layers.
Bear in mind I look like a shaggy dog though...
I do the same. I've got very curly hair and I've only ever found one hairdresser who could do a good cut on it. Most just don't layer in enough, then they mousse it and use a diffuser (every fucking time - why?). I come out looking like Dolly Parton.
Unfortunately, the guy who knew how to do it was my ex's brother. "
I hate how hairdressers 'style' it. I used to ask them to cut it and just leave it wet. |
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By *uzy444Woman
over a year ago
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"I've cut my own hair for years. Tie it on top of your head and cut the ends off to the length you want. Depending on where you tie it you get layers.
Bear in mind I look like a shaggy dog though...
I do the same. I've got very curly hair and I've only ever found one hairdresser who could do a good cut on it. Most just don't layer in enough, then they mousse it and use a diffuser (every fucking time - why?). I come out looking like Dolly Parton.
Unfortunately, the guy who knew how to do it was my ex's brother.
I hate how hairdressers 'style' it. I used to ask them to cut it and just leave it wet. "
razor cutting..not many do it..but its the best for wavy/ curly hair in my opinion x |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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"You're considering giving yourself a drastic haircut, nooooooo that's what a hairdresser is for!!
I found my current hairdresser by asking friends (who hair I liked) where they get theirs cut & et voila I found her
Are you good with hair generally, up dos & styling that kind of thing?"
Yeah I'm pretty good at hair generally. I also cut Marc's hair (razor and scissors, both). But I care less about his hair than my own  |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"Even with my hair cut I get a barber to do it! 
That's only because you're posh. "
I do like the flaming cotton bud things he puts in my nose. And the cotton he uses to do some thing to my eye brows. I am not posh though |
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It's fun to do and you can enjoy it if you're prepared to get other help afterwards, if you don't quite achieve the full look you were aiming for. Or explore with a friend who can manoeuvre mirrors etc. And pass tissues. |
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If you really, really, really want to do it yourself look on YouTube for tips but take it from an old lady who has had her share of "friends with razor blades inside combs" haircuts...go to a professional, ask for a consultation , tell them what you want, tell them they must do exactly as you ask, listen to any suggestions they might have and if you're confident that they will follow your instructions make an appointment. I've been with my hairdresser long enough to go to dinner at his house but I still keep him on his toes |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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Got chewing gum in it when I was about 9....cut it out and it looked lopped sided so cut the rest of it to even it up....ended up taking bout 4 inches off it x |
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By *xx1Man
over a year ago
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??????omg that's so funny... I loved the story and how you told it??????
Seen it happen many times....
Still laughing re; defuser and Dolly P haha jokes x
One story I definitely will be repeating!
Thanks for the laugh x |
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By *xx1Man
over a year ago
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Yep... Razor or a technique called splicing. Always ending in a little freehand for that finishing touch.
I'm very impressed with some of these comments. Haven't commented on others tho... You all done well x |
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I went to the hairdressers in June for first time in 18 years. The dye job was well better than anything I could have done, and tbh the cut WAS better....but I didn't enjoy the experience and am not sure if I could go back.
amateur tip - for fringes use cold GHDs for a straight line then cut into it |
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