Trim using the scissors.

How to cut your own layers short hair. Now section by section trim the highest end of the hair until they are of a similar length. If you have short hair shape your hair into a bob or go with a pixie cut for an ultra-short style. You should lift this hair at a 90-degree point from the head.

Keep the hair between your fingers like before and keep the finger perpendicular to the head. Adding layers gives the hair more width and volume. Layering short hair is more difficult to do by yourself than layering long hair since youre creating each layer individually.

Hold the hair right. The use a 1 14 guide to cut the lower back and bottom of both sides. When cutting short hair in layers cut the middle section of hair 12 an inch shorter than the bottom layer and the top layer 12 an inch shorter than the mid-section.

Clip the front hair in a triangular section. And to cut your own short hair try this video tutorial and consider using a special self-haircut kit to make the process a little easier. If youre stressed about getting a perfectly even cut this tried-and-true method for achieving layers at home is great for beginners.

Thesalonguy hairtutorial diyhairHere is a DIY haircut tutorial on how to cut your own layers in your hair at home. This is why I do not recommend it says stylist Tracy Folino of Hair Addict Salon in New Jersey. How to layer your own hair.

How to Cut Your Own Layers Using a Ponytail. On average cut your hair every 4-6 weeks and wet your hair before you trim it. I always suggest a professional stylist and I am NOT responsible for.