We have all considered cutting our hair short before. We see a really cute picture of someone sporting a short bob or edgy haircut, and instantly we wonder, “Would that look good on me?” Long hair can be beautiful and fun to style, but maybe you want to change up your look. All of these factors could contribute to you wanting to cut your hair short, but should you?
If you’re unsure of what to do or whether or not you want to cut your hair, we have written this article to help guide you through some important factors to consider before cutting your hair short. Hopefully, this will help you decide whether or not the big chop is right for you, your hair and your lifestyle.
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8 Things to Consider Before Cutting Your Hair Short
Your life could change the moment you cut your hair. Okay, we are being dramatic, but a big hair chop is not something to take lightly. That’s why we have listed out all of the factors you should consider before cutting your hair short.
1. Why Do You Want to Cut Your Hair?
With every hair decision you make, it’s essential to take a deep dive and find out why you want to change or cut your hair. Make a list of reasons why you want to cut your hair and ask yourself if these feelings are ones you have had for a while or if they are relatively new. If you have been experiencing these feelings for a while and they haven’t changed, maybe it’s time to cut your hair. If your feelings are newer, sit with them for a few weeks to see if you still crave having short hair.
2. What Is Your Current Hair Care Routine Like?
Are you using professional hair care products to manage your hair now? How will your routine and hair care products change with short hair? You may think that you’ll save product and money because you will have shorter hair that won’t burn through your products so fast. This could be the case, but you may have to start investing in professional hairstyling products more because short hair can oftentimes require more styling than long hair. Do you have time to pay a little more attention to your hair every morning? Something to consider!
3. What Is Your Hair Texture?
Any hair texture can have short hair, but your hair’s texture may make your hair look even shorter after the big chop due to things like shrinkage. Consult with a hairstylist who knows your hair and understands how to cut your hair.
4. Have You Ever Had Short Hair Before?
If you have had short hair in the past, how did it feel? Did you enjoy having short hair, or was it a style you didn’t feel confident or comfortable with? While your comfort and confidence may have had time to develop since your last short hair endeavor, we would be wary to recommend short hair to someone who had it before and didn’t love it. If you had a bad experience, ask yourself what about that time made the hairstyle undesirable?
5. It’s Not All About Vanity
While vanity and how you look is an important part of choosing your next hairstyle — especially if you’re going for a drastic change — it isn’t the only factor. People want shorter hair for a variety of reasons. One of them is that it’s easier to upkeep and maintain. If your lifestyle has shifted and doesn’t allow you to put much time into your hair, you may enjoy a shorter hairstyle. Short hair could be appealing if you start playing sports and take up a certain hobby that doesn’t lend itself well to having long hair.
6. What Aesthetic or Look Do You Want?
And now we are back to vanity — sorry, that didn’t last long. Are you going for a certain aesthetic or vibe with your short chop? If so, it’s important to figure out the kind of look you want. This can also help you see if this aesthetic is a long-term fit or something more temporary since you will have short hair for some time.
7. Hair Will Always Grow Back
Yes, cutting your hair very short is a life-changing event and one you will have to live with until your hair grows back. However, it will absolutely grow back eventually. Your hair may be short for a year or longer. So, this isn’t a decision to take lightly. But we do feel assured that we know hair will grow back eventually.
8. How Short Do You Want to Go?
Before you make the ultimate decision to cut your hair, you will also need to determine the length you are comfortable with. You could go as short as a pixie cut or keep it a little longer with a low bob. Depending on the length of your current hair, this could be a drastic chop, or you could just be taking a few inches off. Either way, you can always consult with your hairstylist or take it chop by chop. Your hairstylist could cut a few inches and check in with you as they go. This ensures that you don’t go too short and will end up with a length you feel comfortable with.
Ultimately, we can’t make the decision for you regarding whether or not you should cut your hair. However, we hope this article empowered you with the information you needed to determine whether you should do the big chop. We also highly recommend visiting your hairstylist and asking them for their advice. Your hairstylist will be able to tell you how your new haircut will work with your face shape and lifestyle, as well as share other haircuts and styles that may give you the satisfaction of a fresh chop without sacrificing your length. Whatever you choose, we know you’ll love your new style!