Giving Myself a Pixie Cut (Using Clippers & Scissors)

[@DeborahTurner-ip8zm]

I thought you did a wonderful job. I watched you following everything you did. I went shorter on the top. I love Jamie Lee Curtis cut. Thank you for showing the steps you took.

[@bambiperry7389]

I've watched several hair cutting tutorials and this one is the best by far

[@desireefoster2818]

Same. I'm late also. This is how my hair looks and I'm about to cut it myself. Fingers crossed. She's the best 1 out of 10 videos I've watched. Found what I needed from her. 👏

[@tkoopmeiners89]

I have used a #4 on the back and a #8 on the top and a #6 to balance the transition from back to crown with the tapering attachments for around the ears and then a nice cleanup on the neckline with no attachment. About the beginning of the month seems to work well.

[@jenbloom6848]

I love that you’re also left-handed! It’s the perfect instructional video for me.

[@debbieellis5074]

Love how you cut your hair. So cute. After watching you and one other channel showing another lady cutting her own hair at home, I think I'm ready to tackle mine. Plus both of you used clippers, which has always intimidated me, but with your instructions, especially about going up and then sideways in both directions with clippers, feel much more comfortable. Thanks for sharing.

[@sagedawn]

You can do it!!! 💇

[@Wenall3]

You did a great job. I am a black lady with semi straight & wavy hair, and I cut mine the same way. Thank you for the little tips on how to perfect the cut tho.

[@DrParisnicolePayton]

She so cute. I learned about just watching this video. Great Job!

[@mehim612]

From across the pond in Essex England (just outside London). I have just given my Wife Her second Hair cut using your Video as a guide. My wife Jennifer is very pleased and We have to say Thank you. Your Vid is so easy to follow. Well done and Stay Safe. Kindest regards, Gerard.

[@sagedawn]

That’s wonderful! I love hearing about how husbands are helping cut their wives hair!

[@gingerebert8194]

I've been cutting my hair for about 20 years. I would also recommend thinning shears. They work perfect to add a little texture to the top and transition between the shaved part and the longer hair!

[@janetwoodford6497]

Cutting your own hair is so difficult and I think she did an amazing job on herself. Plus she explained everything while she did it which was very helpful, especially with the clippers!

[@sagedawn]

Thanks Janet! Appreciate the kind comments! I did upgrade my clippers as it seemed that I had to work a bit harder with my old clippers. I used the new clippers on my kids last week and they worked like a charm!

[@jolynbranch1211]

What clippers did you upgrade to? I’m going to buy some for myself, because I’ve been trying to maintain my undercut and need better tools. I went to a wonderful hairdresser for over 30 years, but a couple of months ago, she moved to a faraway city.😢 I tried someone else at her shop and she did ok, but last time, I didn’t think the cut was quite right. I’m really nervous about going anywhere else because I’ve had a lot of squamous cell carcinoma on my scalp and a lot of scarring that affects how and where my hair grows. So, I want to learn how to cut my own hair, will save a ton of money, too! I’ve cut my husband’s hair since we got married 55 years ago, and I used to cut my kids hair, too, so I think I can do this! Thanks so much for the clear detailed instructions and video, very inspiring! Your haircut looks awesome!!!

[@Lazy_Fish_Keeper]

​@@jolynbranch1211 I learned over the course of the pandemic Costco sells good clippers with a decent motor (the brand changes according to bids, but they do insist on high quality with a good warranty). Upgrade your clippers with ceramic blades so the motor doesn't have to work as hard. I haven't found any clippers sold at Costco to not have ceramic blades options available online. Hope that helps!

[@jolynbranch1211]

Thanks! @@Lazy_Fish_Keeper

[@pamtownshend5870]

Just had this undercut pixie done at the hairdressers. I am now inspired to keep it going on my own at home. Thanks for showing us the “how to” details! It is such a pretty cut.

[@rmglidewell1]

Flowbee air cut works

[@lori3670]

You are very pretty. I love the energy that ypu give off! It's warm and feminine, but also spunky and fun.

[@sagedawn]

Awww thanks Lori! You just totally made my day!

[@noolie622]

Hi, I'm only two years late! As a former hairdresser, you did an amazing job, 👏 I love the fact you weren't scared to do it, most people are BTW. And it looked great too. 😀 xx

[@jeaniecorrado6092]

Wow that was amazing it turned out perfect…you look adorable, great job 👍🏻

[@cm975]

I just love having short hair! Great tutorial

[@MySnoopy1970]

Wow! You did a great job ! And you are so pretty. Thank you for explain in such good detail. You look amazing!

[@chrisr.1803]

Looks great! I have almost the same cut and I do it myself as well. I use a (cold) straightening iron as a guide on the top. Section it off just like I do when the iron is hot and just buzz it along the side of the iron with the clippers! I love your color too! 👏🏼

[@michellewiggins3297]

This is a really good idea, thank you

[@catscl0set]

I just did this to my hair. I used a 16 guard clipper on my sides and back of my head. They sell one on Amazon if you ever want to buy it. Mine was 15 dollars. Leaves about 2 inches all over if you want some length off but not too much. They also have 10 and 12 guards.

[@peggyhurley5367]

You have just inspired me to purchase a pair of clippers and get busy learning how to cut my own hair. I currently have a pixie. Thank you so very much!

[@dianamccullough1736]

Oh my goodness girl, you did a awesome job on Your hair. I love it. Thank you for sharing ♡

[@Gypsy.1959]

Great job on your pixie! I've been cutting my own hair with scissors for about 50 yrs, but just started wearing a pixie this year. I haven't tried using clippers on the sides and back, but after watching this video I'm going to try it next time I need a trim. I love your videos and your sweet nature.

[@sheiralee3370]

I couldn't find anybody who could do this cut so I am ing it myself also

[@purplegeek3228]

Beautiful haircut! You gave yourself an amazing professional-looking haircut! Well done!

[@1Lotusflower]

Very, very nice indeed! Loved your video and the way you presented it. Your new style suits you a hell of a lot, well done for sure!

[@sandyfrye115]

I love it. It’s the easiest cut so far and I’ve watched quite a few. This is the one I’m going to do. Thank you so much! 😊

[@heatherbaker3903]

Just about every way it lays, it looks perfect! Great job!

[@pamelaadkins6152]

Simply adorable...Great job !!!

[@penniepackard8303]

I loved your "do" sooo much that I talked myself into doing it on my pixie and I LOVE it!! It was so easy and it's nice and even, which was always a big problem especially when I cut the sides the old way with scissors. My plan is to do this every 3 weeks or so, so I never look like it was just cut or like it's needing cut. The clippers I have suck up the hair too which is really nice. Thanks for your fun videos--a nice change from all the other gloom and doom on KZbin!!

[@susanhousel9456]

So glad I found your vid. I've been cutting hubbie's hair for awhile but just started doing my own during Covid lockdown. Using your clipper method for the back turned out great! Thank you!! Tip: when I get scissor cut straight edge, I trim it with thinning shears to make it disappear. Thanks again!

[@thepurplemela]

You did such a great job!!!! Thank you for showing us how to diy a pixie. I’m going to go do mine now.

[@Bohemian-Nilda]

Great job! You look wonderful! Thank you so much for this video! It helped me lose my fear of cutting my own hair using an electric trimmer. And btw, you are simply charming and adorable!

[@okmom79]

I think you did great and I agree with the color contrast. Love it.

[@ЕленаЛазарова-и2л]

Thank you! Finally a good looking and easy to do DIY haircut. I hate hairdressers and don't go there, but I love nice short hair. This is perfect, feminine and pretty! Many thanks!

[@sagedawn]

I’m so glad it was helpful!!! 💜

[@bigtimerusher521]

Thank you very much! I’ve been in lockdown in Sydney for a couple of month and the hair dressers have been closed for 3-4 months. Hadn’t had a haircut in 6 and it was way tooooo long for me. This tutorial gave me the confidence to cut my own hair and I feel so much better for it! Thanks again :)

[@sagedawn]

Hi Phoenix - I’m so glad this video helped you and so sorry you guys are still in lockdown. Enjoy your new haircut! 💇🏼

[@nurse19711]

You did a Fantastic job!! Love the finished look on you!!

[@jessicah3450]

I dread going go hairdressers, so I've found this hairstyle is very easy to maintain on my own. I leave my front and bangs a bit longer. I use a Tinkle hair trimmer (a comb with a razor in it) to soften up any blunt areas and add texture. They're about $3 at beauty stores or Amazon. You did a great job! What a cute bathroom, by the way, I love the bathtub.

[@sagedawn]

Thank you Jessica! It sounds like you’ve gotten the process perfected! 🌻

[@Godisfirst21]

Great job! I love it! I just did mine, but I used the number 6 attachment on the side, so it's VERY short, but it's going to be a HOT summer here and I wanted this so much. I love mine too.

[@sandyfrye115]

#6 is longer. The higher the number the loner it is. I use the #2 sometimes #3 which is real short, but I like it because I bleach and it’s easier when it’s short in the back. 😊 I love her technique of any of seen. I’m doing mine tomorrow. 😊

[@sandyfrye115]

* longer

[@kennedyadams7159]

Oh gosh…YOU are a rock star. Thanks for this and I am confident that I can do THIS. Never thought about it before. YOU inspired me SageDawn. Wowza!!

[@thinkgrowhealthy2137]

This is the best tutorial where everything is explained before, while and after. Congrats for your introductions asnit is really helpful. I have ordered my tools and hopefully will give me a nice pixie haircut.

[@sagedawn]

Oh thanks so much! I’m so glad it was helpful for you! Good luck with your cut!🌻

[@Just_Jillian]

Girl, you made me so excited to cut my hair again!!!! It looks amazing!

[@yvettemartin5673]

You did a great job! Looks so fresh. Thanks for sharing with us all 👍🏻

[@barkers0609]

Oh my goodness you did a wonderful job. Looks so cute!! I would not have the nerve to do that to myself!

[@trishthedishbliss60]

OMG you did an amazing job on your cut!!!! And I agree, the bleached tips on the clippered areas are perfect! I never miss a single one of your videos, but I have been watching on my smart TV & have no way to add comments (or if there is a way it is beyond my skill set😂🤣). But this blew me away and I had to grab my phone and comment. You really hit this one out of the park👍💖. Have a great weekend!

[@dawnl.7945]

Kudos to you I think you did an awesome job!!. I started doing my own pixie undercut a couple years ago right before the pandemic. A couple of tips, I use professional scissors as well as a shorter brand that's not super Sharp along with a longer pair of scissors. Having the variety of scissor lengths makes it easier to cut the back and not end up injuring one's self. The long pair of scissors are what I use to cut the back (or hard to reach areas) and I do point cutting with those that aren't super Sharp. The channel Sharalee's Box of Chocolate has some videos of how her hairdresser does her pixie undercut. Anyway I enjoyed your video and I also have to say your bathroom is especially pretty love that tub!! 💖 God bless and stay well.

[@body4sal]

What a beautifully done haircut!! No more trips to the salon for you. Bravo my dear!!

[@sagedawn]

Thank you so much!! 👱🏻🌻

[@sheilaevans7590]

I cut my own hair sometimes too, it’s very satisfying especially when I’ve saved a lot of dosh to treat myself on something else. I enjoyed your video.

[@rachaelolivo8544]

You crazy girls! You have the cajones to go with that! My hair means the world to me! And on top of that it takes long to grow back!!!!

[@carolerwin2925]

Girl, I love it, you do a super job!! Great tutorial!

[@buffywinfree]

Bravo mama!!! Im also a lefty that uses right handed scissors! Ty for this video!! Great job, beautiful on you!!! 👏🏼🥰

[@darcyturnbo8347]

Great job! I lost my hair to chemo and it’s just now long enough I need to do something with it. It grows out very unevenly so I’ve been maintaining it myself so far. Just a little trimming here and there. I was getting the “chemo curls” on the sides and back and I looked like a clown so I shaved that off myself 😂 Now the top is finally starting to catch up. People like my “haircut” so I’m thinking of keeping it short. So many super cute and feminine short cuts! Thanks!

[@littleurk]

I have the flat/straight on top to just above my ears and then it wants to curl. I can’t stand it. I’m losing my hair in rows and not patches. As my hairdresser explained….there is like 2 rows of hair that aren’t growing in between a row. If that makes any sense. I’ve had to cut my hair shorter & shorter. It really bothered me at 1st….then I thought….the hell with it 😂 with everything else I’ve been through. Thank you for your comment. No one has ever said anything to me about ‘chemo curls’. Be well. ❤

[@lauradavies4243]

It looks fantastic and it suit you the shape of your face you did a fantastic job !!

[@deannaingram8989]

You did an awesome job - very brave!! I had so many "bad" haircuts as a child, having my mom cut my hair, that I am paranoid to touch mine, other than to trim up bangs from time to time. Thanks for sharing!!

[@scleo1959]

You’re so brave! Great demo. You did an awesome job😊

[@Rileygirl746]

Omg. Fantastic job. Since my puppy is afraid of the clippers, and the pandemic, I started using her clipper on myself.Lol. It has different length attachments but I have been terrified of clipping going upward. I am going to give myself a brave new haircut right now using you method.

[@andreacarlos8207]

Thank you for sharing this!! I had trimmed my hair the day before I found your video and I absolutely hated it! I was ready to buzz my head and start from scratch. After watching your video I thought “maybe I can salvage this…” And I did! It’s not perfect, but I got to keep my top length. ❤

[@sagedawn]

Glad I could help!

[@inlovewithlove2]

You did a great job. I don't think I would be brave enough to even try that. Kudos!

[@suestaley844]

Love this! Very cute cut and it really looks doable for us non-professionals!

[@normachamberlain1414]

You are so brave and so clever to do that to.your hair. It looks lovely. Well done from the Uk 🥰

[@lottalehm]

Wow, this looks so easy. I think I'll just try. You look great. 👍

[@rosannsupino5517]

First of all you have great hair. You did a fantastic job with the cut. I love it. I commend you for how well you did the back of your hair. That isn't easy.

[@juliab9826]

omg the way u talk! ur such a sweet person to watch

[@lisak1476]

This is fantastic! My grandson wants a “dantdm” haircut and you just helped me out soo much! Your hair is beautiful btw! Thank you soo much for sharing your knowledge!

[@sagedawn]

Hi Lisa - thanks for your message! I had to look up what dantdm meant but he does have the same haircut! I’m glad it helped you cut his hair! 😊

[@leahwatola3218]

All I can tell you it's beautiful I love it. Thanks for sharing.

[@me-pz5yi]

Yes, the color variation is nice 😍! Great cut!!!

[@jillachen7217]

You did a great job! And you are so beautiful!

[@kathleenglessner8890]

I also love the color variations in the back of your head, it's very cool 🤩

[@MsPandora93]

You are adorable and brave.. Hair turned out awesome. I am thinking about giving myself a cut.

[@idkwhowashere1218]

You are so fun to watch! And believe it or not when you ran your fingers through it to get ready to cut it on top, that was even cute! The thing about pixies is that you can play with it and create something new a time or two! I love my shaved sides and I've also allowed for my top to grow really long that way it gives me a lot to play with on top! I think u did an awesome job and it's cute! Thanks for the vid!!!!

[@nancygerbutavich1305]

Brave girl!!!!!! Your hair looks beautiful👍

[@dawnpeacock703]

Hi, a very refreshing video, friendly and to the point. A lovely cut btw, really suits you! X Thankyou for sharing! Xx

[@winter166]

Very helpful tutorial for self-hair cut ! Now, I feel confident cutting my own hair in few days.

[@dianaanseni3454]

kewreeen, you look fresh, prety and young. the best

[@cocohudlemeyer1840]

You did a fabulous job and I loved your presentation!! You were Great!!

[@nancyc5922]

Thank you for taking the time to post this video! I am definately going to give it a go and I am going to have fun doing so!

[@Impartial.Observer]

Wow... you did a great job! Great inspiration... it's hard to find someone who can cut a pixie cut well. If I mess it up, I can just be mad at myself, and that's that. Thank you for sharing!

[@sagedawn]

Thank you so much!

[@AACE73]

Loved this cute video! You're adorable & your hair turned out so well!! ❤

[@lillianlum4403]

Love your haircut. Thanks for sharing. That’s what I want my to look like. Afraid to do it on myself.

[@rit1chea]

Thanks. You gave me (73) the courage to just do it! I used 0.5" edge (largest I could find in our clipper box) then scissor- trimmed the top mop. (The hair was much worse than the YT photo of me.) I'm so pleased with the results that I'm going to keep it up. Three years ago, my hair decided it needed to grow unruly curls (hairdresser said hair has 7 yr phases). My scalp psoriasis has become manic with external rx of little value any longer. This haircut really allows much better access to the scalp. It was hard not to do my whole head with that 0.5" edge.

[@sarahbishenden28]

I loved this video Its given me the confidence to do my own hair now my hair is the same as you're was length wise You have really made a good job of it i am really excited to have a go at mine now hopefully it's a success it will save me loads of money as I have to get it cut every four weeks thank you once again xxx

[@giovannadedomenicis2149]

So adorable! You did a great job! I had a short blonde double process pixie that is growing out until I operated on my hair this weekend it’s a mess since I moved. Very cute hair!

[@lillianlum4403]

I’m temp to follow your instruction and cut my hair exactly like your. That’s the cut I like short on side and long on top. You did a great job.

[@CarollFord2019]

Wow, great job. Just looked at your earlier vids and you look ten years younger now with the blonde pixie cut.🌸💖🇬🇧

[@julielepage1315]

You did a brilliant job With cutting your own hair Also loving the hair colour combination 😊

[@denisec3492]

good job. I learned iyears ago in a haircutting book to trim the sides with scissors by taking vertical sections, not horizontal. That way you won't get the blunt line. The top you can do in front to back sections and then trim the center section the opposite way to even it up.

[@sandipeiffer4973]

OK, I am NOT a professional. Only a professional youtube haircut watcher since March. 😂 If you want to soften up the blunt ends, either look up point cutting or get yourself some texturizing sheers. Some stylists use them instead of point cutting. You did a great job! Super cute!!!!!!

[@plevanger]

I am a hairstylist. When you do either of those tips ( both good) before starting to cut pull your section piece out horizontally, comb smooth and do that trick with the hair pulled out horizontally at a 45’ degree angle from the head. That way when you comb it down you won't have chunks taken out of the bottom. It will be a nice fine layer

[@charlenemrowicki2445]

Okay

[@monikashumylo2802]

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[@gigisdiamonds]

This was the exact same comment I was going to make some thinning shears to soften up the blunt cut. Especially since she’s left-handed and it makes her have difficulty cutting. I can take that edge off it. 😁✂️

[@suebean4788]

I would do the same Sandi, point cutting instead of blunt. Actually she could have done that all over the longish parts…versus all the blunt cutting…all in all, she did fairly well…

[@maggiemae8041]

WOW.... I am impressed and inspired to do my own. You did good. Looks great.♥

[@sarahsugden3327]

Thank you so much for posting this video. I have been wanting a haircut since the beginning of the pandemic but my hairdresser closed down her business during the 1st lockdown. I have yet to find another good stylist and have wondered about cutting my own hair with clippers. I didn't know where to start until I watched your video and thanks to you I shall be getting my clippers out today. You did a great job and your hair looked fantastic, I only hope I can emulate your success. Thanks again. 😊

[@bobbesantiago2913]

I'm not finished watching your video…I want you to know You did Gr8! Good for you.

[@einabq]

Wow. Looks so great. You're right, I love the dark showing through, too! WOW. Your mom must have been proud. Maybe you can go work with her at her salon!

[@deborahcuthbertson1247]

Thank you so much. Very well done, great tutorial. The finished product looks amazing!!

[@divinelight8573]

This is exactly what I was looking for. I will do right now following you. Thanks

[@kimho5548]

A also love the 2-tone hair look (with the dyed & dyed cut out look) I think it’s the best way to get an awesome “streak/highlighted look” in your hair!! Great video. TFS!

[@lynnwarren9959]

It's adorableness. Great job!

[@biesse08]

You have been very good! I too cut my hair by myself just like you !! With exercise you improve yourself more and more!

[@sallygreco9111]

You are very brave, but have good insights. It looks great!

[@JessicaNettles]

Thank you for showing me how easy this could be. I just cut my own hair.

[@alisonnorcross951]

Looks professional. Like the double contrast dark light and long short. When it grows a bit you can play with it being longer on top. I ve seen some pictures of the models like that.

[@sagedawn]

Thank you Alison! I love the blond and dark contrast too - I think I’m going to actually try to grow my brown out because I haven’t had much luck with the color after the second haircut.

[@janelifrak5454]

Great job. Looks terrific. Love the color. Be proud !!!!

[@patj5330]

Considering you are a novice you did a great job. Thanks for the step by step guide.

[@gaileestriegel7102]

That looks adorable! Great job.

[@sonnicarr2492]

I have a helpful tip for sectioning I would get the top wet putting clips in will be easier. You do need dry hair for the bottom section using clippers. Scissors on top for wet hair. To get rid of blunt lines layer or use texturizing shears on the ends