How to do a Boys Haircut At Home

Sometimes, I cut my kids hair at home. Although I have never had any training, I watch what the hairstylists do when they cut my kids’ hair.  Then,  I try to do it myself at home. It turns out pretty good if I do say so myself. No one has ever looked at the kids and then asked if I cut their hair. That’s a good sign, right?

How to Cut Your Childrens’ Hair at Home

So, why do I cut my own children’s hair at home? Yes, it saves money, but it also saves a trip to the salon, and I enjoy doing it.

What do you need to do home haircuts?

Here’s what I keep on hand.

• clippers (electric shaver) *
• good pair of hair cutting scissors
• water squirt bottle
• comb
• cloth, towel, or some kind of cape to drape over the kids
• a distraction (a toy, etc that will keep them occupied)

* I use the WahlPro-series Complete Pet Clipper Kit – Corded or Cordless Operation, Blue ($45 on Amazon).  It’s technically for pets, but I use it on my kids and our Golden Retriever mix.  Might as well just buy one set of clippers.

I know there are lots of methods out there for doing home haircuts.  Here’s a great video I found on YouTube.  I woman shows you step by step as she cuts her son’s hair at home.

My Step by Step Haircut For A Child, Boy, or Man (Part 1) Easy Hair Style Cutting Tutorial

My Step by Step Haircut For A Child, Boy, or Man (Part 2) Easy Hair Style Cutting Tutorial

And, if you get frustrated, or find it’s more work than you bargained for, there’s always those quick neighborhood barber shops / salons.