Wash and dry the hair
Section the hair into top, sides, back, and nape
Decide the desired pixie length and shape
Start with the back and nape
Cut small amounts at a time
Use a comb to lift sections evenly
Blend the sides into the back
Cut the top slightly longer than the sides
Point-cut or texturize for softness
Check both sides for symmetry
Trim around the ears carefully
Refine the fringe or bangs last
Cross-check the cut from multiple angles
Make small final adjustments
Style and inspect the finished cut