Am I being unreasonable?

**silverthread** · February 15th, 2013, 05:40 PM

$30 is about right considering you have layers that need to be trimmed as well. Trimming half an inch is much different than trimming layers.

**Ravenwind** · February 15th, 2013, 05:43 PM

Originally Posted by silverthread

$30 is about right considering you have layers that need to be trimmed as well. Trimming half an inch is much different than trimming layers.

what I meant was only a 1/2 an inch all over. $30 is still too much for me for a basic trim though. Just a trim.

**spidermom** · February 15th, 2013, 06:23 PM

Sometimes hair salon chains like Supercuts have sales or coupons where you can get a haircut that cheap (or close to it).

Leaning forward with your hair in a top-of-head ponytail falling in front of you is a pretty good way of trimming layers.

**akilina** · February 15th, 2013, 06:31 PM

If you are not wanting to pay just wait...

BUT.....Here is the thing...a trim is still cutting all of your hair.

You are not unreasonable but I am just telling you the other side of it.

A bang trim would be acceptable to only be $5-$10. Yet...she will still be cutting all of your hair. Just because its only a half inch doesn't make it not a hair cut.

**ellen732** · February 15th, 2013, 06:48 PM

I charge way more than 10 bucks when I cut hair in my kitchen, and no one is getting a shampoo

. And we are talking friends and family here.

**jacqueline101** · February 15th, 2013, 07:07 PM

I'd get someone to help you like your sister or try the feye self trim method.

**cheetahfast** · February 15th, 2013, 07:35 PM

I don't think $30 for a trim is bad. My salon is $80 (though I have not gotten a trim in 2 years, if I though I needed one I might go there, my guy is a bit snip happy but very talented). I only go for highlights or when I used to get it chemically straightened. Those prices weren't bad.

I think you should wait because what you are willing to pay is not going to be able to get something that is good quality (most likely).

**Chromis** · February 15th, 2013, 08:38 PM

Originally Posted by Ravenwind

A trim will thicken it up because the thinner ends will be cut off. If it isn't trimmed, it will continue to grow as it is and the bottom won't thicken up at all. Make sense? And you didn't offend me

The bottom will thicken as your layers catch up. If you baby the ends and do some s&d while trimming just the very bottom, they will catch up a lot faster. Layers will decrease the thickness of your hemline otherwise. You will grow them out a lot faster if you stop cutting them. This is what GrowingGlory is trying to say as well. Now, if you want the layers that is a different story and others here have suggested ways to self trim for layers. I have not tried them.

In any event, I would still suggest a good pair of scissors used only for hair (no paper!) to cut out any split ends you see. That should keep your hair in fine condition until you can see your sister next and you will have a nice sharp pair of nice new scissors for her to use as well. Win! Keep in mind, even if you feel your hem is a bit uneven, no one will be able to tell if your hair is up and that keeps them better protected as well. Plus that gives more chances to do cool buns and play with nice hairsticks.

**LakeofGlass** · February 15th, 2013, 08:47 PM

I don't know if anyone has suggested this, but have you seen Feye's Hair Trimming Instructions? I was a bit worried on my first try, but it lets you trim properly without chopping all your hair off. I've done this for a few years now. I've even done it in ponytail sections for layers. If you're just doing the straight-across, it isn't difficult at all. If you know how to cut in a straight line, you can cut your own hair this way. I'm no expert, maybe a slightly advanced novice at best, but I didn't kill my hair. My 2nd and 3rd trim did have an issue, but it was my fault for gripping the ends wrong. It will always turn out right if you take your time and relax.

But if you really don't want to try that, just wait until you have outside help. It's only a suggestion.

**Kaelee** · February 15th, 2013, 10:08 PM

I second the recommendation for Feye's self-trimming method. I tried it once...and haven't seen a hair stylist since. I'm a convert.

I used to go to Great Clips, it was like $13 for a trim (plus tip). I never wanted my hair washed or blowdried or anything like that. Some places offer JUST the trim as an option, I guess some don't.