How often should you cut your hair? It depends on the shape

Hair does not expire at six weeks. A haircut loses its shape at a pace set by its length, structure, texture, and condition. The right schedule is the longest interval that still lets the cut behave the way it should.

A useful starting schedule

• Pixies, crops, and sharp short cuts: every four to six weeks.
• Bobs and structured medium cuts: every six to eight weeks.
• Long layers in healthy hair: every ten to twelve weeks.
• Growing-out shapes: a light reshape every eight to twelve weeks.
• Bleached or heat-stressed ends: often sooner, based on condition.

Watch the styling, not only the ends

Split ends are a late sign. Earlier clues are more useful: the crown stops holding volume, a fringe will not sit, the perimeter looks transparent, or styling suddenly takes longer. That is the shape asking for attention.

Does trimming make hair grow faster?

No. Growth happens at the scalp. Trimming prevents splits from travelling higher and breaking off, so the length you grow is more likely to stay. The benefit is retention, not a faster follicle.

Texture changes the calendar

Curly hair may keep a silhouette longer, but uneven shrinkage can make small changes noticeable. Fine hair often loses a clean perimeter sooner. Thick hair may need internal weight removed before the outside length looks overgrown.

If chemical services are part of your routine, a good appointment plan should account for both shape and condition. See what we assess during a colour consultation.