I cut my hair means you did it yourself. I had my hair cut means someone else did it for you, usually a professional. Form: have + object + past participle.
Same situation, two choices. Pick an example.
I cut my hair myself.
You are the doer.
I had my hair cut.
You arrange it; someone else is the doer.
| Rule | Do it | Have it done |
|---|---|---|
| Who does it | You | Someone else, usually a professional |
| Form | verb + object | have + object + past participle |
| Example | I cleaned the windows. | I had the windows cleaned. |
I can't fix it myself, so I'll _____.
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Yes, it's more informal: I got my hair cut.