Whether your dream is to grow long, lower-back-grazing hair or just maintain the health of your existing style, knowing how often you should get a haircut is vital. Like a trip to the dentist for a routine cleaning or a facial to keep your skin in check, there's a recommended schedule that hair appointments should follow. That said, the rules aren't hard and fast - you have some flexibility when it comes to your hair, and the amount of time you can go between salon appointments can vary from person to person. Contributing factors include your split ends, how much damage you have (from heat styling, dyeing it, and so on), how fast your hair grows, and what your overall goals are.
As kids, our parents often booked these sorts of appointments for us, but as an adult, it's up to you to keep up with it. You know your hair best, but it doesn't hurt to consult a professional. If you're trying to determine how soon you're due back to the salon for a full trim or even just a light hair dusting, we reached out to Devin Toth, a hairstylist at SCK Salon in New York City. No matter what your situation is, he explains the different things you should take into consideration when trying to decide once and for all: how often should you cut your hair?
Keep reading to get the full scoop.
- Additional reporting by Jessica Harrington