DIY haircuts: Tips before you take out the scissors

When you find yourself using your kitchen scissors a lot, it's tempting to take your hair into your own hands. George Clooney has shared that he's been doing this for 25 years with a Flowbee. While he's remained handsome, looking at his old photos reveals he's had a few bad haircuts and many that were just plain boring.

This isn't something to do recklessly, though. We all know how much a bad haircut can hurt our self-esteem. However, if you're still inspired by Clooney, click through to find out what you need to know before cutting your own hair.