How often should you really get a haircut
Short fades lose their shape in two weeks, longer scissor cuts can wait six. A simple guide to booking at the right rhythm for your style.
The honest answer depends on how short the shortest part of your haircut is. Hair grows around a centimetre a month, and a centimetre on a skin fade is the difference between crisp and fuzzy.
Skin fades and tight tapers
Every two to three weeks. The fade is the first thing to soften, and the line-up follows a few days later.
Classic short back and sides
Every three to five weeks. The top can wait longer than the sides, so some regulars book a quick tidy of the neckline in between.
Longer scissor cuts
Every five to eight weeks. Longer hair hides growth well, but the weight shifts and the shape slowly drops. Book before it starts sitting flat.
Book your next cut before you leave the chair. It is the easiest habit for keeping a style.Matteo Reyes
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A short consultation, a coffee if you want one, and a few questions about how you style your hair at home. No surprises, no hard sell.
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