Master the Modern Shag: DIY Haircut Transformation

[@jacqueline5625]

Thank you so much, Jake! I have been cutting my own hair as well as a friend's using your videos for months now. We both couldn't be happier with the results. It helps us feel great about ourselves and we love saving money since rent is so expensive these days!

[@iciecobalt]

I am a diy girl & have been cutting my hair since I was in Junior high. I have always wanted the feather look rather the shag cut. I could never achieve the look. It never balanced & I would use the curling iron to hide the bad cuts. Found your diy shag back in March 2022. I LOVE my hair & have grown it out! I can wash & go if I choose. I could stare at the back of my head forever. The diy shag cut has unleashed the wave the I have. I call it the Jake Thompson Shag cut. Thank you!!

[@TalLeGal]

“I could stare at the back of my head forever”😂 You go girl! I’m working up my courage to diy, after I decide which cut to go with!

[@FreshGrey-pm4vw]

I did this haircut in November and even now in Jan 2024 it still looks like a fresh shag. Its a great method for fine hair. I put the rubber bands up higher.

[@poppett.m4481]

Absolutely bloody FABULOUS! I had intention to cut my hair over the last few days and now I'm so thankful i procrastinated 😆 thanks Jake you're a legend!

[@cadence46]

Love this. Is there a way to: 1) Combine the other shag tutorial (3 years - 4 ponies) with the triangle in front. Would i just add the triangle so there are 7 sections? 2) How to reduce the fringe perimeter...make the back just a gentle "u" with more thickness at bottom? Thanks for your fabulous tutorials...

[@sandralacayo2630]

You the best I love urs tutorial 😊always

[@myjoyousheart]

I love your videos and have been cutting my hair this way since I first saw one of your videos in January 2022! Thank you for empowering us and teaching us these DIY techniques!

[@Cessnagirly]

Love it !!! Thanks, Jake!

[@charlotteknutsen7262]

😊 You're a hair GENIUS Jake!! I just have learned so much from your tutorials. I especially love the shag/mullet cuts.

[@MorganSteinagel]

Best intro ever! Haha love it man.

[@TammyLynn2466]

Thanks!

[@jakethompsonhair]

thanks for "super thanks" Tammy! Appreciate the love & support!

[@TammyLynn2466]

​@@jakethompsonhairYou got it sweet pea!

[@IndigoLavender-n9k]

Will this work on shorter hair? The length is just up to shoulder bob.

[@calaferraguti8309]

love it. Sure you don't wanna cut my hair?!!! Ive been all over my city and no one can do that (including me) lol

[@LindaFrost-vp6mt]

Hi! Does this haircut work on curly / wavy hair that is a little bit finer? 😊

[@jpgypsyxo]

Omgggg your hair is amazing.!! It’s grown so much since the last shag video I’ve seen you do! I use your diys to cut my hair! I have type 3 curls and abc depends on the length. It’s super thick and down to my butt! I love the shag/wolf/butterfly cuts and I kind of combine them to get the perfect cut for me! Thanks for all your help! I’d love to have my hair done by you, you’ve helped me bring it back to life. I just need some help training my curl pattern to come back! I just haven’t been putting that kind of stress I. My hair because as of this recent year, I’ve lost close to half the thickness. ❤❤❤

[@jenwanner4911]

Incredible! Thanks Jake! I love it.❤

[@jakethompsonhair]

You're so welcome Jen! Glad you love it!

[@melaniexoxo]

Love it!!❤

[@printme2010]

Okay...stay with me...I am a spaz and can't get a pony right unless it's all the hair or against my head. Could I put all the hair in a center pony at the top center of my head, break it into four smaller ponys, then cut the original holder to free the four ponys? Also, how long would you say is the distance from head to elastic?

[@printme2010]

P.s. I don't like your mannekin's attitude...she doesn't look at all grateful for her awesome haircut!

[@printme2010]

Or...could I put each pony close to my head along the center?

[@tracymartin8451]

You SHAGGED AGAIN SO WELL!!!! LOL! Question: the length in the very middle back, doesnt that need adjusting?

[@vitta5609]

Love your videos A hug from Costa Rica 🇨🇷

[@jakethompsonhair]

You are so welcome!

[@MrMrs-g2w]

you tube has to be lying about your numbers because it doesn't add up. And your videos are fantastic. I keep coming back to them. you're being suppressed for sure. jerks.

[@lindathelander406]

I liked the wet look better.

[@Germania72]

I do a similar DIY. Next time I'll do it with 6 ponytails. I have wavy/curly hair and this is really ideal for me. Edit March 2024: I followed this tutorial and I ❤ it. As you said, it looks balanced and my waves/curls look so nice.

[@sharonlatour6230]

Please turn it around so we can see the back!!

[@mariafernandez5087]

❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@elisekellett2378]

Jake.......are you coked out?

[@jakethompsonhair]

Um no Elise, but thanks for making it weird.

[@melaniexoxo]

Sad that you equate enthusiasm with drugs. Sounds like projection. Some people are just naturally happy

[@jakethompsonhair]

@@melaniexoxo touché Melanie! Thanks for the support

[@lynnrabe4428]

​@@jakethompsonhair awesome comeback,lol!!!

[@TammyLynn2466]

Stunning cut Jake! Once I saw the red hair dried and styled, all I could picture was Bugs Bunny working on Gossamer. Monsters make iiinteresting people!😂 Have a fantastic Thanksgiving❤

[@jakethompsonhair]

LOLOLOLOL, right! Have a great thanksgiving as well!