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Woody Lovell

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Woody Lovell is the Founder of The Barbershop Club, a gentleman's barbershop-as-social club rooted in 1990's traditional barbering based in the Hotel Normandie in Los Angeles, California. He is also the Founder of his own line of quality grooming products. He has over 20 years of experience in the male grooming industry and has consulted clients including professional athletes, musicians, and A-list actors throughout the Los Angeles area.

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I'm a guy who wants to learn how to cut my own hair
It’s definitely possible to successfully cut your own hair at home, (though it doesn’t hurt to have an artist's hand!). Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you out.

What You’ll Need:

• Sharp hair-cutting scissors (even high-end kitchen scissors will work)
• A good-quality comb
• A handheld mirror and a wall mirror to see the back of your head
• Electric clippers (for short styles or fades)
• A cape or towel to catch the hair
• Spray bottle with water, if you have straight hair on top.

General Tips Before You Start:

1. Start Small: Cut less than you think you need to.
2. Start in the back, from low to high.
3. Cut clean and dry hair.
4. Using clipper guards, start with the lowest guard, working your way up to the largest guard.
5. Good lighting and patience is a must.

For Short Hair (Clippers or Scissors):

1. Use the Right Guard: Start with a larger clipper guard than you think. You can always go shorter.
2. Blend in Sections: Move from the bottom up and gradually fade with smaller guards or scissor-over-comb.
3. Back of the Head: Use a handheld mirror and go slow. Use short strokes and check frequently.

For scissor work on top:

1. Spray the hair down with a water bottle.
2. Start in the front, working your way to the back, pulling hair up and cutting desired length off.

Photographs speak a 1000 words, so don’t hesitate to find an image of a haircut that you want to recreate. Finally, be realistic and don’t choose a photo of a celebrity with hair that doesn’t resemble yours.

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