PRO-STYLIST APPROACH TO A DIY BOB HAIRCUT ON CURLY HAIR

A few months ago I broke the internet with the news that I cut the majority of my curls off, and this is how I did it. Welcome to the (not-a-tutorial) tutorial of how I cut my own hair at home as a professional stylist and curl specialist. I love sharing my knowledge with you and while I’m not saying you SHOULD cut your own hair, I’m here to show you that you can. I hope you like this video, please give it a thumbs up if you do! And let us know if you liked the editing on this, you might notice it's a bit different. Shoutout to our brother for editing his first-ever KZbin video while Amanda is on her honeymoon (more on that including wedding content coming up next.)
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[@ceystal]

Okay but that look when your hair was brushed out LOOKED AMAZING. That volume made you look so glamorous!

[@VeronicaGomez-nq6cq]

I agree! I loved it!

[@mindyheimer9893]

Agreeeeeeeed!!!

[@scpjij]

came to say this! it was so good

[@jaynewestgarth2808]

I preferred it fuller too! Looked great 😊

[@jpop-qg5gj]

Yeah… bigger is better & waaay cuter on you too!

[@nancymcdermott880]

Excellent video - both content and editing! I've been cutting my own hair due to your tutorials. Recently I had a cut in a curly salon and basically got a $260 moisture treatment and trim, not a single new layer or piece of advise. No need to go again when Mell and crew are so helpful and generous. Thank you!

[@Memes_lol1]

I love her hair

[@Memes_lol1]

Oh my goodness SHE PINNED ME EEEEEEEEEEEEEEE!!!!!!!!☺️☺️😊😊😊😝😝😝🤫🤫🤫☺️☺️☺️

[@dm5129]

Her hair is very thick with curls, my hair is thinner so a blunt bob actually looks super, lol

[@kimzimmerman3958]

Added Note: He did an excellent job of editing! Seriously flawless!

[@eliseraifman4766]

Love the bob on you! Your curls are gorgeous. I have been using your styling tips and my shoulder length curls are looking great and lasting longer. Don’t have the guts to cut my own hair but thankfully my sister is a hairstylist so I don’t have to. Thanks for your tips and being you. You are so much fun to watch!

[@ManesByMell]

I love that you have a hairstylist seester! Thank you for watching even though you dont plan on doing this yourself LOL

[@shawndanewby8941]

​@@ManesByMelljust wandering if you're hair was natually straight instead of curly would you still do all these videos

[@Dogandcatmom51]

@@ManesByMell, I’m trying to learn how to cut my hair myself. I like blunt layers, meaning that I want layers but want the ends of the hairs to be blunt and not cut into. Will the pigtail cut yield that result? I think I want a 90 degree cut, but I want the perimeter slightly rounded and full. How would I do that with pigtails? My hair is the same length as yours here. Thanks!

[@Dogandcatmom51]

@@ManesByMell, what happens if you do a pigtail cut with hair at around this length?

[@shankornfeld1541]

Anthony did well with both the editing and the life wisdom. It was like seeing his view of Mell rather than Amanda's. Mell, stunning job!

[@acuherbalista]

Hi Mel ❤ I fought my curls for many years. Love you for teaching me how to embrace my curls and how to style it. I rarely wear my hair straight now 🤗

[@CharliesObsession]

I never knew I had wavy curly hair until a year ago. I’ve always had a bob haircut but blew my hair straight. I love styling my hair. It’s always been a time in my day where I work on my head both physically and mentally. Am I the only one? Mel, you’ve inspired me to embrace the curls I’ve discovered and just go with it. As a free spirited 58 year old woman I feel like my curls illuminate the essence of who I truly am. I’ve had not only friends but my own therapist just smile and say the curls match my personality. So, for any woman around my age who feels inspired to not fit in the frumpy box, do it! Peace baby! ✌🏻💗🥰

[@michellemariano418]

Just cut a bob last night and I love it!! LIVING for the curly Bob.

[@raleighbowker1116]

Looks gorgeous! You make it look so easy to cut your own hair! But after some disastrous self haircuts back in the 80's.. I finally learned to leave it to the pros. I did have my hair cut into a bob 3 weeks ago, I used to wear it like that all the time! Forgot how easy it is to style and so glad I did it! Thank you for the inspiration!

[@christina6254]

You are so inspiring! I love how you empower us to get what we want and need out of our curly hairs!

[@PChuu22]

You absolutely inspired me to cut my hair into a bob...and it also is growing out. So this is a very timely video! ❤️

[@faithapproach923]

I really loved seeing your hair without styling products and styling. It really shows the difference it makes! Absolutely gorgeous natural fluffy and gorgeous defined and product!

[@DanielleMari]

Thank you so much! I'm an old lady with grey hair and big thick curls, so I wasn't sure a) I could do what you did; b) if it would work with my hair type; and c) if I was too old to pull this off. BUT- I did it! (Took about 7 inches off.) Everyone comments on how cute my cut is, how fresh it looks, and how much younger it makes me. I wish I could post my before/after shots because it's pretty great. Thank you so much for the clear instructions and for giving me the guts to trim the hedges!

[@danielar]

Making this a family gig is another way you have set your brand apart from the rest! Keep going, you are doing great as a young business woman! ❤. Thanks to the bro for putting his touch in this one.

[@angeliquegalligan3263]

Your hair looks amazing and after watching this video this morning. I followed your steps and cut my own bob! I think it looks fab and now onto growing healthy curls!! Thank you for all you do ❤

[@fieryrouge]

Congrats Mell and Amanda and now Anthony. 👏Mell you always impress. I could not bend to cut like you did. Long hair is one thing but a bob. Wow. I know your a pro but wanted to give you 👏 for that. Been watching your channel for years. Love the energy and positivity you bring. Cheer to 800k 🥂and to many more. Great cameo at the end by Anthony. Your very lucky to siblings that not only can you work with but to laugh with. Not everyone is that fortunate. Congrats again and see you next week.

[@autumnsmith3878]

So I have thick curly hair always scared to cut above my shoulder but I have low energy condition and I can’t keep up with my hair anymore. But your look is exactly what I needed to see to take the plunge. I will be getting my hair cut, using your pictures as what cut I would like. I just think or hope it will turn out as gorgeous as your! Thanks for always be a bright, bubbly, intelligent women that inspires me to key trying ❤

[@gnashgoulash]

I'm a guy who's growing my hair out for the first time (and learning I have curls!); I haven't had a haircut in a while so my hair shape is all... chaotic and I'm just finally barely learning enough on how to care for my curls, but hearing your "low styling" prep for a haircut helps me keep in mind what I can do for a low-maintenance hair care routine! Also I may never cut a bob on myself but i watched the whole video lmao. also my hair is way finer and thinner (30 yo white man haha) but every new piece of info helps me care for my hair better!

[@Itsadarknight]

I used this tutorial to cut my curly hair into a bob. It came out fantastic thank you. Hair dressers never listen to me when I ask them not to cut my hair like it’s straight and it ends up way shorter than I want with awful thinned out layers and the curly hair specialists charge a fortune. Thank you. Thank you

[@sophiaaloeristok]

I absolutely LOVE this cut on you. Thank you for helping us re-create it at home. If I cut it, Im going to need this video on repeat lol ❤

[@debbiedean3165]

😊 I have watched this so many times, especially as I started trimming my hair. I kept going back, watching, trimming more off, it looks so much better, thank you Mell, your tutorials are very specific 💕

[@DeviantDayDreamer]

After watching your bob reveal video a few weeks ago, I was inspired and made the chop for myself and I couldn't be happier! I'm so glad you posted this video so I have tips for maintaining my beautiful new bob.

[@JodiLynnCosmicArt]

I just adore you! Not only are you so good at what you do and the tips you give, but your humor and personality are priceless! Not to mention you are beautiful Xx

[@aczu12345]

I needed this exact video, thank you! My daughter gave me the same chop the other day. So excited to add shape. It's also making you look so much like Jennifer Grey as Baby. ❤️

[@Daniela-2208]

I have been following you since you started youtube and you are my GO-ToO girl for my hair care", hair cuts, etc. I did a big chop shortly after yours but ended up with a bell shape, and it was so short that i was scared to cut any more. I just tried this technique, and it absolutely fixed it without removing length. Just, what I needed! Thanks mell. You slayed... AGAIN!

[@symoneh4402]

Although you didn’t inspire me to cut, I did have to grow out a pixie that was cut after bleach damage. It’s about the length that you cut your hair to in this video, and you really help me feel pretty in it, because you look so beautiful 😊 so thank you for helping me feel comfortable in my hair Mell!

[@hopeguidry7023]

You look amazing!! I love the bob cut on you so much! Congratulations on 800k!!🎉

[@rturba]

I'm loving your bob phase! I've always learned a lot from you, but now I'm getting so many tips with your shorter hair on how to manage, cut and style my own short hair! Love this new phase for you and me, lol ❤

[@melindaseymour5819]

Mel, thank you for the DIY graduated bob hair cut video. I am excited to try it out on my hair. I have to let it grow out a little before taking the plunge. My hair is thinning, so this cut will be great for me. I have been applying some of your DIY hair cut videos to my own hair and love the outcomes. I greatly appreciate the time and effort you put into your videos, and for sharing your professional tips. Anthony did a great job.

[@annazabinski194]

Honestly, Mel, the content is always on point. And your personality just pops on camera. I totally wish you could be my stylist

[@gabygabygabys]

Gorgeous!! I love all of your haircutting videos, they are so soothing to watch :)

[@kellypollet7130]

Girl, that cut was made for you! Absolutely gorgeous

[@lisacockrell7668]

I love it!! I have curly 3c hair and yes, recently inspired to cut off several inches. Loving it! ❤

[@silkestadler2647]

I am wearing my natural curls for 7 months now but always was wearing them in a bun because I was so selfconscious. Thanks to your Video I was able to identify what I didn’t like with my hairstyle (middle part with a bob and sagging in the back) and was able to fix it. Since doing that I wear my hair open every day - and it really changed my style (if not my life 😊). I am now very scissor happy and chisel away at my hair every few weeks 😅. But I like my bob and also it’s not too bad to get that heat damage out. Thanks so much! Love your content ❤

[@dovesong4jc]

I SO NEED this hair cut in my life!!! Thank you once again Mel for the clear instructions!!! You look FABULOUS!!!

[@joellehall595]

Ive had a curly rounded bob that Ive cut myself for the past year but I went to the hair salon when I wanted to add in stacked layers in the back. I just couldnt figure out how to do it on my own! She hacked off all my hair and gave me a very 90s stacked hair cut. I knew it had all gone south when she started shaving my neck!! I wish I had this video before I went for the cut but I will definitely be using this to go back to cutting my own once it grows out a bit! It looks amazing on you!

[@gabiturner4394]

I am in love with this channel, you, your hair, brother and seester! It makes my heart happy to see how you guys interact ❤ reminds me of my family dynamic. Love the HAIR, YOU AND ALL THE CONTENT OF THIS CHANNEL. Keep up the FABULOUS WORK! 😊

[@brandysterzik8683]

Mel!!!!I NEED YOUUUUUU!!!EVERYTHING YOU TEACH about CURLY HAIR sits with My Soul❤ Gorgeous, love all the Volume.

[@kanona0115]

I love this so much!! Thank you for sharing your process with us!!

[@priscillakhoury9898]

You're amazing Mel! So impressive! Anthony, you did great!

[@meredithkclarke]

I just did this tonight and it came out so WELL!! Thank you! ❤❤

[@k.w.6304]

Totally doing this over the Christmas break!!! Thank you so much! ❤

[@AdeanerFerreira]

I absolutely LOVE THIS! & I'm SO excited that you posted this. I got my mine cut literally 2 days after you posted the reveal of yours, and I'm so loving it! But now it's grown out so fast, and I'm getting triangle. It's giving Dora, and I don't love it as much, so hopefully, I can recreate this 🤞🏾😬

[@nancyb2003]

This was really helpful! I chopped my 3b/c hair to barely inches several months ago. Looking at your 'mell' , I see my future 'bell'. I just can't do it myself. No spatial skills. I see a long talk with my stylist in my future! THANK YOU for keepin' it real. You're stunning and teaching me so much about proper products!

[@debbiedean3165]

I love your hair, it's gorgeous. I don't know if I cut my hair myself, maybe a trim 😊, you give people a lot of confidence, thank you Mel ❤️

[@aida087]

You're so GORGEOUS Mel!! I just did your pigtail haircut yesterday since my hair grew into the dreaded pyramid shape😫!! But I so want to cut my hair like this again especially, before the new year to start fresh!!❤

[@robinduke3446]

So so good. You make it look so easy but I know better than that. Would you consider featuring someone with curly gray hair. Texture is different now that I’m gray and could definitely use some tips. Thanks for all you do.

[@sherrylivering4149]

Yes! I would love that!!

[@becdiane]

I’m so glad you fell in love with the bob, so chic

[@ManesByMell]

I love her so much. I feel like I was meant to have this haircut ❤️ thank you for watching 😘😘

[@lorrainemarcketta3011]

First of all, you are completely adorable! The way you present yourself and your obvious talent as a stylist is so engaging - and really just wonderful! Thanks so much for sharing.

[@jenniferguevara2809]

Mel, I hope you are well. Your haircuts are the best. Thank you so much for providing the videos for us, they are much appreciated and we have learned so much from you. Keep the great videos coming. You are the best🥺💙

[@ManesByMell]

Hi Jennifer ahhh thank you so much for being here and watching, it’s a pleasure to share these moments and education with you❤️

[@yixhicabrerallano692]

You are an inspiration!!! 🎉❤ LOVE your curls!!!👌🏻✂️👏🏻💯😍

[@oliveyule]

I've been so excited for this video! Hopefully no more bad haircuts for me because this is almost the exact shape that I prefer.

[@lsmilek]

This is amazing! I wish I had the confidence, coordination, and overall observation skills to do this, but the way you break it down and explain it so well, makes me consider it! My daughter is going to hair school now, so once she has some cutting experience, I think we can get a great cut together :-) Looks gorgeous!! ❤❤❤

[@missanyolette9272]

Lo que yo estaba esperando!!!!! 🫰🏼✨💖🌈💌 Gracias Mel! Tus consejos me han cambiado la vida. 😊

[@LuzGarcia-ws3wh]

Thank you 🙏 for showing how to do it, I did my on, it really helps.

[@5estrellaN]

Congrats on 800k subbies!! And your hair turned out beautiful 😍

[@angelag669]

It looks fantastic! You inspired me to cut my hair shorter as well and I am so loving it.

[@TaniaGallindo]

Lovely! Thank you so much. I shall try.

[@vegafem]

Owner of a curly bob here! I'm 2,000 miles away from my hair stylist and so, so close trying out your amazing tips. You're an outstanding educator and so much fun to watch.

[@dbas2863]

Was not expecting that at the end! He did a great job! And so did you. So adorable that haircut suits you so well mell🥰

[@gabriellepaisley2946]

Looks so amazing! I liked having my hair shorter, but I'm lazy so I didn't keep up with the maintenance. My favorite recent hairstyle you did was Amanda's wedding hair ❤️ I would like to see more of one and done hair products. I'm 8.5 months pregnant so I need easy! Love you guys. Congrats on your milestone!! ❤

[@nicchick36]

Gorgeous haircut - thanks for the tips! X

[@MariaReina18]

So so beautiful. I cut my own bob too, it’s curly but yours is more curly and so gorgeous!! Thank you!!♥️

[@user-uj3ds4gq4t]

Absolutely love your new bob it’s inspired me😊

[@SB-kr9ln]

Beautiful!! Anthony did an awesome job

[@saffycatamos]

I LOVE your hair this way!!! Xx It looks amazing on you.

[@bluefroggy99]

Congratulations on 800k!

[@franceska2228]

Okay so now I’ve watched this video about 10 times I’m ready to cut my bob all by myself!! Thanks Mel! Wish me luck 😂😅

[@Blessedafieryredhead]

How did it go?

[@mad-iy9kt]

I tried this on my extremely EXTREMELY overgrown bob and it turned out wonderful! Genuinely can't believe I did that, and it was my first time cutting my hair apart from occasional trimming. Thank you so much for this!

[@ManesByMell]

I’m so happy to hear that!! Glad I could help you 🫶🏻🫶🏻

[@Nokabro]

Great video Mell! Glad to have a short curly hair tutorial. Such a cute cut!

[@kyliemansur5878]

Omg your tips on graduation are exactly what I needed! I’m gonna try this tonight! & Super funny Anthony! 😂 Thank you so much!

[@CindyHolman]

You inspired me to cut my short fine curly hair into a Bob - so I bought some shears and it took me two tries but it looks adorable! Thanks for the tips!!

[@maryt.franks5269]

I love it! You brighten my day!

[@animeqawaii]

Omg I immediately tried the cut on myself. It looks so pretty, thank you for the video. ❤

[@TitianTexan]

Wow ~ Congratulations, Mel & Co.! 👏

[@DancingAngel2011]

Anthony did good! Love tbe freshened curls, Mel!! ❤

[@Dking173]

Your hair is fabulous! Looks so great on you!

[@TickledHousewife]

Oh how I've waited for this one! THANK YOU!!!

[@gabrielleprice480]

This is amazing! I have recently decided to cut my own hair from now on after a number of bad haircuts at salons. The last one I got in salon was a big chop and it was not the style that I had asked for. It literally looked nothing like the reference picture and I was too embarrassed to go back and tell them I didn't like it, so I've been trimming it myself. I've spent the last few months trying to grow it out a bit, and I think it's finally at the length I can create a bob like yours. I had just been at a loss for how to create the stacked shape in the back and make it balanced on the sides without being too bulky. I know I'm a little late to the game here since this video was posted 6 months ago, but this video is EXACTLY what I've been needing and I can't wait to give it a try!

[@TickledHousewife]

You look gorgeous! Now I can't wait to try a trim!

[@ulindadavids7228]

Love you and your hair style. You and your sister are very inspirational. ❤

[@paoletta4207]

I love your video and your bob! Thanks Mell!

[@viviancaroleo4806]

Ugh gracias girl I’ve been waiting because I’m about to join you! Cheers to bob life and thanks for your content you’ve empowered this curly journey

[@lindasmalley4718]

Wow your final results are gorgeous!

[@zulemaportillo2724]

Thank you so much Mel for all your videos so helpfull, I did it! I cut my own hair and this video is very need it because soon I have to get the courage to do it again, thank you from the bottom of my ❤for all the time you put into your work. By the way I got many complements on my hair and I love it also! I love yourmnew bob you look Beautiful and happy, besaré and enjoy the Holidays! Blessings 🎅🤶🧑‍🎄❤❤❤And the reason I had to cut my own hair is because my husband was not well and I did not want to spend time out there and leave him alone at home.

[@monsuuta]

Absolutely would love more videos like this! This is definitely the video I was waiting for. You are stunning. Also, it absolutely killed me when you said you we're turning it back into a Bob before it became a Robert

[@libbys8520]

Great look and very helpful

[@wandygonzalez8078]

Wow you are definitely a PRO!!!! Love your new haircut. And your brother did a good job editing. Hope Amanda is having a great time in Africa!!! 🎉

[@audreyso1201]

your curls are beautiful, bravo

[@cyndilouwhoxo5800]

Your hair is gorgeous!

[@Olladar]

Omg this is the best hair style on you, you look stunning!

[@rebeccaharding7793]

Love this! Love the vids! Love you! I recently decided to chop off a good chunk of my hair (well, didn’t decide so much as just pulled out the scissors and started cutting). It was shorter and cuter than my previous look, but I wasn’t in love with it. I used to just pile all my hair up and tie it in a bun and be on my way, but I wanted something that would show off my curls with less work for work. Then I found your videos and used a few to sharpen up the look. I am definitely going to try this out to give the current cut some much needed volume in the back. Thanks Mell! ❤

[@nicolesawford5548]

Oh my goodness , I want your hair!! Your looking so gorgeous with your bob Mel. Congratulations on 801K subscribers. You deserve over a Million ! Great editing as well.

[@deejohnston3666]

Love your curls!! 6es i cut my own hair also, just had it permed..

[@EliseLaurenSpringer]

This was great. I'd love to learn how you styled it.

[@jillianpurdy2542]

Your hair is gorgeous, helpful tips too!! Xx❤

[@heidyrodriguez9995]

You did an amazing job!! Love it!

[@theresataylor493]

Love love love this. Almost getting up the courage to maybe cut mine

[@LegendaryPokerAlice]

Love the hair!!! Its just so SASSY!Work it girl! Thx for the vid 👍😊