To cut short hair at home, you'll need to divide it into sections since it won't stay in a ponytail. You'll need hair ties or clips and unless curly, your hair should be damp.

How to cut your own hair While hairstylists don't generally recommend giving yourself a haircut at home, they say it can be done in a pinch, as long as you're being mindful of the cuts you're making.

That’s not to say cutting or trimming your own hair is impossible, though: It’s just a steep-learning curve that requires some research beforehand—which, yes, does include reading this story.

So you want to be sure you’re making your salon trips at the right time. To figure out how often you should be cutting your own hair, here are the basics that you need to know: ...

If you want to try cutting your own hair but want more guidance, Defector’s Alex Sujong Laughlin has sung the praises of taking an online course, which will run you the price of a haircut or two.