Medium Length Self-Haircut Tutorial 2020 | How To Cut Your Own Hair

If you’re new to my channel, my name is Alex Kouras. I started cutting my own hair when I was 13, back in 2008. This was during the Windows 99 era—dial-up internet, when YouTube was a dating site, and the global economy got slapped. Hard. Because of it, my mom lost her job for nearly three years, and during that time, my dad had to support her, me, and my two brothers all on his own.

I started cutting my hair as a way to help my family save money because I was tired of hearing my parents argue about finances and wanted to do something to make things easier for them. After getting a few bad haircuts at Supercuts, I knew this was the best way I could help.

With that being said, this channel does not do my past any justice. I wish I could have recorded my first handful of self-haircuts so you could see just how garbage they were. I got made fun of a lot because of it in middle school—even by some of the moms from the kids on my soccer team! Rightfully so... They were pretty bad.

Now, over 15 years later, I share content that teaches millions of people every month in more than 165 countries how to save time and money by mastering self-haircuts from the comfort of your own home. It’s not a hard skill to learn, but like anything in life, if you make it a priority and stay committed, you can succeed without letting the tough times make you quit.

I had every reason to quit when I got started. No money. No mentor. No YouTube. No clippers, only a $20 Remington beard trimmer. I was literally just a little kid who cared way more about my family's well-being than any bit of harsh criticism I could get as a result. Times have changed since 2008 and you now have an opportunity of a lifetime with my channel.

Please know, I’m here to help you on your self-haircut journey in any way I can. Self-haircuts are fun, an awesome skill to have, and the best way to avoid ever paying for a barber again!

The Free Self-Haircuts For Life Club is calling your name! What are you waiting for? Get started today!

[AlexKouras]

Thanks for watching! What are two things you want to improve on from your last self-haircut?

[guitardude]

Finally! A video where it’s not a skin fade. Been looking for a longer faded style cut. Awesome job man

[quatarmass]

Tried this cut today. Bought some clippers on line and followed your steps. Took me 3 hours for first attempt but I am really pleased with it. Feel fresh and considering it’s my first ever go with clippers I am proud of my cut. Thanks Alex

[IsabellaDuren]

I FINALLY gave my boyfriend a decent haircut thanks to this video! You literally explained it so much better than they do at the cosmetology school I go to

[stmark]

I'm a Licensed hairstylist.
When he pulled out those BLENDING SHEARS and did it to his hair - I almost fell out of my chair.
Also, LINING up the back is pretty hard if youre doing it to your own head.
He got SKILLS.
RESPECT.

[tgrental]

I feel like this dude’s become my best friend in this quarantine. I’ve already cut my own hair and now I just watch his videos because he’s impressive AF.

[osmansalih]

I tried it. Looks like my lockdown just got extended

[alanal]

I've seen over a dozen of these "How to Cut Your Own Hair" videos, from both pros and amateurs. This is probably the clearest, most systematic, best over all.
I wish I'd seen it first, but hair grows back! :-)
Your use of comb and shears (and thinning shears) is the most helpful, because your video really shows the concept of a "guide" -- the previously cut shorter hairs vs the longer ones that stand out -- better than all the other videos I've seen; even from the pros. They kind of take it for granted, maybe they're talking to other barbers/stylists, but that's crucial and you nailed it. Thanks!

[petar]

GOOGLE: HOW TO CUT YOUR OWN HAIR
10 MIN LATER...
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[zameelirfan]

Love from India, I haven't visited Barber shop since 2020 March, followed this hair cut guidelines and results came out great. Many Thanks. This was one of skill I have developed cutting own hair👌

[ZeshanKhan]

when the city is on lockdown and you need a haircut, we can use your 10 years experience man!

[possim]

Thanks. I am also a normal guy who learned to cut hair. I'm cutting a guy who liked his hair like you on Saturday, and I've mostly cut short hair in the past. This was very informative

[Chris-oudd]

Thanks for your videos Alex. I've given myself at least a dozen haircuts since lockdown, having seen this video. I feel comfortable cutting my own hair, to the point I won't be returning to the barbers. Thanks again 🤛

[hjwscott]

Best self haircut I’ve seen on YouTube

[AlxGUNNINGWARFARE]

You go the extra mile, by doing a voice over, instead of just using subtitles thats why i subbed👍

[viniciusmmauro]

Thumbs up those who are locked and desperately need a haircut

[mattypyro]

First time cutting on my own, i used what i had and i feel badass! Thank you Alex! Took me only 1.5 hours😂😂😂

[travisdamme]

Definitely upped my self-haircut game after watching this.

[davidrc]

SUCCESS!!! Boy did I need a real haircut! I watched this many bought the right POW! I finally did it today....!!! Compliments galore... It turned out really good! Thanks!!!

[pk]

Those blending shears make a huge difference. Thumbs up.