I am the first person to tell you I don't spend any money(on anything!) I have never had any training in hair cutting or styling, but I am fortunate that if I see something done I can usually copy it. I cut my husband's & son's hair,(he's 14 & just requires the electric clippers!)I mostly trim my own, or when my 20 yr old girl is home I have her cut my hair, & she also trims/cuts the 17 yr old girl's too. She is also self taught but talented! Saves me TONS of $$$$$! :)