The pixie cut is one of the most popular hairstyles this season, but can you imagine attempting it yourself at home? That’s exactly what beauty and fashion content creator Bola Montana did when she gave herself the big chop.

The process wasn’t easy, but the results? Absolutely worth it! She started by cutting her hair significantly shorter, then used a razor to meticulously even out the back. After washing her hair, she applied mousse generously and kept it under a scarf for two days before styling it with a curling iron.

Have a look at the process below: