A haircut might not sound like much but it can be an incredibly powerful thing for someone who is homeless.

Not only can they increase feelings of self-worth, but they’re a form of human interaction for people frequently avoided and even completely ignored.

Having seen a video of a hairdresser in New York who gave free haircuts to the homeless, Mandie Barnes decided to do the same for her community in Ogden, Utah.

Mandie Barnes, who organised the event (Picture: CIRCA3)

Barnes said: ‘I feel like a haircut can go along way for someone. Whenever someone comes in the salon, or even here today, I just feel like a haircut gives someone that extra bit of confidence maybe to find a job or just feel good about themselves for the holidays.’




So she persuaded other hairdressers in Utah to give up their Saturdays, at the busiest time for for salons, and give free haircuts for the homeless.

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‘Hopefully they’ll just feel better walking out the door than they did when they came in,’ Barnes added.

This small gesture has had a powerful impact for those who benefited.

One of the homeless men said: ‘[It] means a lot to me, it make me feel like I’m respectable again you know.’

Another said: ‘It makes me feel human again. It’s awesome, bringing a little tear to my eye.’

We’re tearing up a ‘lil too.

Check out the inspirational video below:

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