This article was co-authored by Marius Morf and by wikiHow staff writer, Madeleine Criglow. Marius Morf is the Salon Owner of PREP in San Francisco, CA. Marius owns and operates 5 salons and has over 10 years of experience in the industry. Marius and his “salonbershops” serve all genders and ages and specialize in cuts, coloring, and general hair care.
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If you’d like to save some money in between trips to the barbershop, trimming your hairline can be a great means to do so. As convenient as it may be, though, cutting your own hair is pretty nerve-wracking! This article walks you through the process of trimming your hairline to achieve a stylish, even hairstyle. Think of it as your guide to avoid any glaring mistakes or being forced to wear a hat for the next couple of months!
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To trim your hairline, you’ll need a handheld mirror, a set of electric clippers, and a razor. Before you get started, examine your hair in the mirror to determine where your natural hairline is. While this may be obvious on your forehead and the sides of your hair, it can be a little trickier to find your hairline in the back. Use a hand mirror to find the transition point between the thicker hair on your head and the fine, wispy hair on the back of your neck. That’s where your hairline is. If you don’t have a lot of experience trimming your own hair, use a number 2 guard on the clipper to avoid cutting your hair too short. Using the hand mirror, carefully trim the hair on the back of your neck, moving the clipper upwards until you reach your natural hairline. Hold the clipper upside down as you work. Clean up any remaining hair on your neck with a razor. Next, take the guard off your clippers and carefully trim the hair on the sides of your head. Again, hold the clipper upside down and push up until you meet your natural hairline. Use a corner of the clipper blade to carefully trim the hair around your ears. For tips on how to clean up the hair around your forehead if you’re going for a buzzcut style, keep reading!