Cutting your own hair often sounds like an accident waiting to happen but, with a little bit of practice, it can be easy to create stunning styles at home. Even more, women’s DIY haircuts can save you time and money, as well as give you unlimited access to new hairdos!

Recommended Video Read on for valuable advice that will make your haircut a success. Then watch handpicked video tutorials that will teach you how to cut bangs, layer your hair, buzz cut your own hair, and even get a bob or a pixie cut at home.

#1: Get the Tools

If you’re going to cut your own hair at home, you’re going to need the proper tools. Don’t worry, you don’t have to go to any specialist shops, you can find most of these in your local beauty store.

First and foremost, your main tool will be a pair of sharp hair scissors. It is a must for an easy clean cut with no split ends. Be sure to invest in a fine-tooth comb, as it is essential to smooth out disobedient hair before every snip. Then, a hand-held mirror is useful to check the back of your hair. You’ll also need a few sturdy hair clasps, bobbles, and a water spray for keeping your hair damp while trimming.

Advertisement If you want to take some of the weight out of your hair, you’ll need a pair of texturizing shears (also known as thinning or layering scissors). And, for those going for a pixie cut, get some good clippers and a few different size attachments.

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#2: Wet Straight Hair, Dry Curly Hair

Most do-it-yourself haircut tutorials recommend that you should wet your hair before cutting it, but this doesn’t work for all hair types.

If you have very straight hair, you’ll need to keep your hair wet so that you can get each snip perfectly even. However, curly hair can look entirely different when it’s wet than when it’s dry (it is called shrinkage), so it’s often safer to cut hair dry, in its natural state. If you’re not sure whether to cut your hair wet or dry, just copy what your regular hairstylist does at the salon.