CombPal Scissor Clipper Over Comb - Barber Home Haircutting Guide Set (Classic Set, Gray)

This is a review for cutting someone else’s hair. I did not use it to cut my own hair. My husband has very thick, salt and pepper hair. It had grown pretty long and really needed to be cut. I have never cut anyone else’s hair with the exception of trimming my own bangs—or when I trimmed bangs and cut long hair straight across the bottom for our daughters when they were small. We looked for clippers first...way too expensive and the shipping was well into next month. I watched lots of videos on YouTube about scissor cutting men’s hair. Nothing looked easy. By chance, I found this on Amazon. I watched the demo a couple of times and showed the demo to my husband. He told me to order it because the cost seemed reasonable and it was advertised to arrive in about 5 days. It arrived 2 days later. I ordered the yellow colored guides because my husband’s hair is too close in color to the gray and black sets that were also offered. I’m really glad I ordered the yellow set because the bright color makes it much easier to see his hair while cutting it. I wanted him to wet his hair first but he didn’t want to. So....I watched the demo a couple more times before I had him sit down on a kitchen chair and began cutting his dry hair. Because I had absolutely no idea what I was doing, I started with the 2 inch guide. Using everyday, basic (inexpensive) 4 inch scissors, I just went for it. I did a quick trim all over his head then switched to the 1.5 inch guide and concentrated on the back of his head and the sides. I kept using gradually smaller guides on the sides and the back of his head until I got the lengths he liked. I kept the hair at the front and the top of his head longer so he could gel and spike it a little. We were both amazed. His layers blended extremely well. It looked perfect. Really. I don’t think he’ll ever need to go back to a salon or barber shop again. If we use this set of tools twice, it will pay for itself. The set comes in a sturdy, reusable, transparent, zip-slide closure bag with a pamphlet that offers some basic instructions and pictures. Each guide has the size imprinted into the plastic. Kind of hard to see but definitely readable and the numbers will not rub off. The (included) comb is large and easy to hold and use. There is a row of openings (like a ladder) that run down part of the comb. The guides have nubbins with hooks on one end that you fit into the openings. Then you slide the guide up ever so slightly upwards in the holes until you hear a locking “click.” Now you’re ready to start cutting. It’s really that easy. Before you cut, make sure that the bottom of the guide rests upright against the scalp and be sure to only cut the hair that is sticking between the teeth of the comb. You start by “scooping” the hair upwards with the comb (like you’re combing your hair against the flow), then you twist your wrist until you align the guide upright against the scalp. Then cut. Repeat process over and over again all over the areas of the head you want to cut. The guides are for placing the comb at an equal distance from the head before every cut you make. You don’t cut hair through the guide itself, you cut the ends of the hair that stick through the teeth of the comb. Watch the demo on Amazon. It was brief and very helpful. I was very nervous before I started my husband’s haircut. After I actually began cutting and I saw how easy it was to do and how accurately the cutting was actually going, I relaxed a lot and cut away. I will have absolutely no hesitation using these guides in the future. Next time I’ll know what guides work best and I won’t have to experiment. Wonderful product: This kit offers a really good selection of sizes. We found it great for cutting hair short as well as for leaving up to 2.5 inch length layers. It’s easy to use. Easy to assemble and to clean (we washed it in the sink). The guides and comb are made of sturdy, heavy plastic and have soft edges. The comb and guides didn’t scratch my husband’s scalp. Everything comes packaged in a thick, transparent reusable pouch with a zip-glide opening. You can take it anywhere...toss it into a suitcase, briefcase or purse, etc. It seems expensive at first glance but (for us) it will definitely pay for itself. I paid full price for this item and I’m offering my own opinions and review after actually using it. Good luck and fearless hair cutting!

This simple tool can turn anyone into a barber! The instructions are easy to follow. Some items you should purchase with this for best results: 1) Nekmate Neckline Shaving template, 2) Electric shaver, 3) Hair clips, 4) Jeris Hair Tonic, 5) A spray bottle, 6) A rubber pet hair broom, 7) A good hair cutting scissor and comb. In less than 3 haircuts this tool pays for itself. For a haircut, I usually fill up the spray bottle with water and some Jeris Hair Tonic. I then spray my head with this mixture so that it is damp and easy to comb. I use an old sheet with a safety pin to keep hair off my clothing. I then section the crown of my head with the hair clips. Anything below the clips, I cut at 3/4 inch length. Take care to make textured (point) cuts rather than straight cuts with this tool for smoothness. I then remove the hair clips and cut the crown at 2 inch length. The next part is the hardest, where you have to blend the 2 different lengths where they meet. There is a technique to this using the comb pressed against the scalp with no cutting guides to this right, It will take just a little practice and patience to get it right. The rest is just minor clean-up of hair around the ears and using the Nekmate with an electric shaver to clean-up the neck. Clean-up the hair on the floor with the broom. The result is amazing. Quick and professional grade results!

During Covid not going to barber. This kit, although smaller than expected works OK and has all the sizes needed to cut hair to length. Be sure to watch their video. That part is informative. Wife gave me a pretty descent men's haircut ... not scalped - no holes ... and pretty even when following the instructions. So after two haircuts, will consider the cost a break even. Pretty convenient to use. I offered to give wife haircut ... she won't have any part of that. But for kids and old man... just fine. Does the job, no electricity required, guilds protects fingers from getting cut and really do provide the lengths desired. They illustrate scissor 'point' cutting. But we did straight across schnitz. Came out fine. Again ... watch the short videos. Did haircut outside & cleaned self and area with leaf blower. Nice!

At first I didn't like this product and didn't think it worked because my hair would slip through the tines. But someone else explained that the hair is probably already as short as the guide I was using. I think that is valid. Also, my hair is thin and fine and if I just push the comb through it, it doesn't stand up. But if I place the tines of the comb at a tilt down at the scalp and then push just a little forward and lift up, the hair does lift up better and I can see what needs trimming. Also, if the hair is wet or has just a little bit of gel on it, it lifts better. It take several times to get it all even, but I does a better job than just me holding a section of hair with my fingers and trying to get an even length. However, I think I can hold a regular comb under the hair in the front, make sure it is at an even height and then cut the hair off that is sticking out. But, for the back, this device may be easier. I will see the next time I cut my hair and update the three stars if need be. Right now I will keep this, but am not overly thrilled with it. If I find the tool gets easier to use, I will update the review. Being quarantined due to Covid 19 made me cut my hair in the first place. It really doesn't look too awful, but if this helps, I'll be happy. I just tell people I have a Quarantine Cut. A good trimmer with guards is the best answer but they are expensive. I have a beard trimmer with one 1/2" guard I use around the bottom and that works.

I bought the Combpal so I could cut my own hair until I can safely see my own hairdresser. My hair is very short so the grow-out has been out of control. The idea is very clever and makes cutting the sides super easy. It took some practice and bravery to get started but I got the hang of it quickly. My 14 year old child cut the back for me. The haircut turned out great! We watched the videos on their website first. Very helpful to see how it works. Some tips: Start by just using the comb with attachment to practice how it works. Watch the videos. Start with the longer attachment and work your way to the shorter ones. Be patient. No need to rush a home haircut. This is also perfect for folks that cut their own small children’s hair - especially for kids that are afraid of clippers. Can’t wait to see my actual hairdresser again but this will do until then.

1) I do not consider this product to be overpriced. Are you kidding? It works. 2) Of course it's a little difficult at first. 3) When installed properly the guards DO NOT come off the comb. 4) My hair is as fine as an adult can have and I managed. Just fine. With all that out of the way let me just say my husband and I cut off approximately 5 inches of 2020 growth this afternoon. Make no mistake our result is short but I can rock some short hair. We need to practice on the back layering down to the bottom. However, my front and top look better than any $10 barber to $75 salon cut I've EVER had (too cheap and/or horrified to pay more). There was no disappointment with some "professional" adding unwanted, too-short bangs or scalping in the back because they can't deal with the multitude of cowlicks cartwheeling across the bottom. I'm done with those people. Covid or not I'm prepared to confidently move forward as a self-styler. Now that I've ordered a handheld mirror so I can see better . . . this thing is pure magic. If you can't do it properly after a couple of attempts, I'd have to say you aren't trying. Just saying.

I’ve been trimming my own hair since the Covid19 pandemic shut down my state. We are open now, but I’m not ready to return to non essential events, and spending a lot of time so close to another person doesn’t sound like a safe idea. I’m a woman and I have short, thick, fast growing hair. Previously I was using my fingers to guide the lengths to cut off, but that’s really tricky on the back part and I nearly cut myself or stabbed myself several times. This comb with guide attachments solves that problem. It takes some practice to figure out what’s the best angle to cut at, but with patience and a three way mirror I’m able to do the entire cut myself. It’s much safer since I don’t have my fingers exposed - I just cut what sticks out above the comb. Overall it’s makes for a more even cut since the guides stay constant as I worked all around my head - sometimes with my fingers I think I squished down more or cut higher in spots since I was afraid to cut myself. Watching the videos helped me figure out where to start changing the lengths of my hair. I’m super pleased with my first try using this, and I can see how it will get faster and easier with practice. I had realistic expectations - this is nowhere near as good a haircut as I would get from my stylist, but he has 30 years of experience and I have 6 weeks of self taught skills. On the face of it the price seems expensive since it is just a comb and some guides, but in the long run I’m saving by not paying for a haircut (or risking exposure to Covid). Therefore it has paid for itself in just one use. One tip - I purposely bought the yellow version so it would be easier to see my hair against it in the mirror. My dark hair would have been difficult to see on the black version.

I have a very shy toddler so I cute his hair at home, at least 20 so far and it’s so hard to get it even. I also clip my own fingers everytime. Not only did this hair make it look even but it was so much faster and I didn’t clip myself! Highly recommend