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This DIY haircut has made the rounds on social media.

It’s a bold move, but the results aren’t nearly as harsh as they seem.

woman with red hair with her hair in a ponytail

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The ponytail method can only give you one key in of haircut: a heavily layered one.

Then, use a product “that will minimize frizz so you see your true length.”

Brush Your Hair

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To start, remove any knots from the hair with adetangling brush.

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it’s possible for you to use your favorite wide tooth comb if you have curly hair.

verify that the hair is completely dry so it doesn’t shrink after you cut it.

Determine Your Desired Length

Then, determine how much length you want to cut off.

woman creating a high ponytail on her head and looking in the mirror

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Plus, this is only a five-minute process.

Use your second hair tie to mark that line where you’ll cut.

Wrap it close to the base of your ponytail and then slide it down to your cut point.

woman brushing out her ponytail in the mirror

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Olivia agrees, adding: “To cut hair, use a hairdresser’s shears.

you might get them at your local beauty supply shop.”

Consider using texturizing shears forthickerand curly hair if you have them available.

woman cutting her ponytail with shears

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Thinning shears have much less room for error because their cut isn’t so harsh.

These shears will give you a much softer, blended finish on your ends.

As a professional stylist, I have a few last-minute tips for detailing your newly layered ‘do.

woman cutting the ends of her hair

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