A good haircut helps you go through your day with confidence. If you’re someone who prefers a simpler look without a lot of styling, you may think you can get away with cutting your own hair at home. However, this could be a mistake.
Here are three of the top reasons to avoid DIY haircuts at home.
- It’s hard. Even with strategically placed mirrors, there’s no way to get a good view of all angles of your head when you try to cut your hair. It’s extremely difficult to try to cut your own hair and get the results that you want, even for experienced barbers. Don’t waste a whole afternoon trying to cut your hair only to get subpar results.
- You don’t have the tools. The same scissors you use for cutting paper at home have no place near your head. The scissors used for haircuts are specialized for use on hair. Dull office scissors can cause split ends, and there are other tools designed specifically for haircuts that you likely don’t have lying around at home.
- Style options are limited. If you’re wanting to shave your head with a trimmer, then you’d probably be okay doing so by yourself. However, for anything else, you’ll want to go see a professional. Don’t underestimate the expertise and skill level of professional barbers. If you want a good-looking hairstyle that’s sure to impress, don’t go for a DIY haircut.
Here at Vagabonds and Gentlemen, we pride ourselves on our superior skill level for cutting hair as well as our knowledge of all the latest trends and styles in haircuts. Come to us when it’s time for a new look.