Haircut

Haircut: Don't sweat it. Hair grows back!

We have all been victims of a botched haircut at least once in our lives. Whether it wasn't suited to your face or just plainly a bad cut, we can all relate on some level. Maybe you've reached a new milestone in your life and would prefer a new do that reflects the change in your life. Perhaps you need to shed some damaged hair and decided to make a new do out of it or maybe just looking for a change in appearance. The possibilities are endless! However, be very careful what type of cut you choose because it can either flatter your face or draw out your imperfections.

I have never been afraid to experiment on my own hair and often find cutting my hair by myself to give me more satisfying results than having someone else do it. Who knows what you want better than you? If you feel confident enough to conduct a DIY hair cut then this is where you get started. Step-By-Step To Cutting Perfection - Vol VII provides the latest trendy black hair cutting clear instructions. This is a great product! Think of all the money you've spent over the years in the stylists chairs. You now have the option of changing your hair do as often as you like without having to make appointments with stylists. Also try Bring It Home Beauty Hair Edition Volume 1, Milady Cosmetology Hair Cutting DVD Series # M0755, Step-by-Step 3-in-1 Cutting/Weaving/Styling Vol III, Andis DVD Cutting and Styling Textured Hair and Haircutting for Dummies.

Now that you have your instructional DVD next step is finding the best quality hair cutting equipment. Your cut is only as good as the products you use on it. Scissors alone wont work for short and tapered styles. For sharp and precision cuts, its recommended using hair clippers end edgers with various height guards. Wahl hair cutting kits are great for use on black hair and have been used in salons and barbershops for decades. Wahl 79900B Clip-N-Trim 23-Piece Complete Haircut Kit is a great purchase with everything you need to get started cutting your own hair at home for under $30 bucks.

As a rule of thumb, your face shape should determine how long or short to trim your hair.

Narrow/ Long Faces

Choose a style that does not elongate your face further. A pixie cut or similar should compliment your face perfectly. Ear or chin length bobs are not ideal as they will give you a "half moon" appearance.

Round Faces

In this instance a longer cut is more favorable. A chin length tapered bob with bangs can dramatically elongate your face and frame your be beautiful features.

Mid-back or Arm Pit Length Hair

When you have got hair this length why wear it flat? Long flat hair adds to your age in appearance. Instead of flat ironing constantly, roller set hair with spiral rods and use a lite holding setting lotion. This ensures your curls will last but will not make your hair hard and dry looking. Soft untamed curls are not only Hollywood fashion but also easy to maintain.

Short - Medium Wrap Styles

These hair styles are often ideal for black women who don't have a lot of time to spend in the mirror but still want to look fabulous. The key to a smooth sleet tress is overnight conditioning and moisturizing. Always apply a little oil or moisturizing lotion to tips and brush through hair ensuring even distribution. Wrap with satin hair wrap to keep the hair flat. Loosen wrap, moisturize and style as desired in the morning.

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Step By Step Cutting & Weaving Vol II
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Step-By-Step To Cutting Perfection - Vol VII
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Haircutting for Dummies