Trim Hair
If you are one of those that trim hair occasionally, you need to know that you must trim your hair at least every fourth month. For one, this deals with split ends most effectively (if you have any), helps in growing hair faster, and of course gives you a new look every now and then. In many cases a shorter crop gives you a younger look too, and is easier and cheaper to maintain. But then again, you may not necessarily have that kind of time or inclination. So what do you do? The solution is: trim your hair at home. You do not need to be a hairstylist to trim your own hair. Just get a few simple tools and do it yourself, sitting at home.
Let’s show you how to trim your hair, without having to go to a salon. Get a hair comb, a pair of hair scissors, a mirror and a spray bottle. Wash your hair first, and trim just after that because then there are no oil traces, besides which wet hair falls in a straight line and can be cut easily. Make sure your hair is tangle-free and combed straight. A spray bottle is a must have if your hair dries up rapidly.
Hair Trimming Tips
Now, to trim your hair, take about 10 sections of hair and clip the rest over your head. Bring the section in the front. Using your index finger and middle finger, hold the tip of the section where you need to trim them. Make sure you spread the hairs evenly – do not cut them in a bunch. Keep the fingers holding the hair straight, hold your head straight and firm, pull the section of hair tightly, and trim it along a straight line. It’s best to chop off less than an inch of hair in the beginning, because the hair tips are thinner and even if you snip off a bigger portion accidentally, you can balance the rest. Follow the same steps with the other sections too. After the trim, match the sections to know they are straight and even. For a natural look, you can also cut the hair in 45 degrees angle. With these hair trimming tips, you can get a fresh look without rushing to a salon. It’s advisable to trim your hair after every four to six weeks. Not only will this give you a fresh look all the time, make your head feel light but also take care of split, brittle or dry ends.
Other than trimming regularly, maintain the trim with regular hair care: do not wash your hair every single day, deep condition it once a week, apply warm coconut or olive oil every other day for an hour before washing. Let your hair dry naturally and avoid the use of heating styling equipments like rollers, iron and hair dryers. Also avoid chemical based hair products. Eat healthy, get enough sleep, be stress-free and drink at least 10 glasses of water every day.