Many cut, color their own hair during quarantine

Empty shelves are not uncommon these days.

Hair clippers and hair dye are now the new toilet paper.

It's not easy keeping one's hair looking its best.

For men, there's a quick fix.

Sharon O'Connor, Triniti Salon owner, suggests clippers for an easy trim. Using an attachment that's slightly longer allows for mistakes.

"This is not how we do it. I'm doing it so you don't mess up at home. Start with the larger guard and go all the way through the temple area ... not cutting any straight lines in the hair," O'Connor said as she cut her husband's hair.

For those sideburns, use a comb and trimmer.

For the ladies, put down the kitchen scissors and get a pair of proper shears.

"Pull the bangs away from your head. You'll want your fingers to be where the desired length is, and it's as easy as that," Hannah Miller, Director Stylist, said.

When it comes to those roots, focus on alternatives like powder and root spray. O'Connor said those are the safest options.

If dye is necessary, use temporary colors or semi-permanent colors.

"Anything that is not going to create long term damage," O'Connor said.

O'Connor cautions against mixing colors. Instead, use non-oxidized dyes for the safety route.

"Going a shade darker is always safer than going a shade lighter. That's where we get reds, orange, hair breaking -- those kinds of things," O'Connor said.

If uneasy trying this at home, there are several hair salons offering over-the-phone consultations and even providing custom-made products. Both Triniti Salon and Bishops Dillon are donating proceeds to local organizations helping feed those affected by COVID-19.