hair growth<\/a>, create natural thickness, prevent hair from over-drying or breaking off, and keep hair healthy overall.<\/li>\nHow often you should trim your hair depends on your hair texture, the integrity of your hair, and how often you color or double process your hair.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nHair Trim vs. Dusting vs. Cut<\/h2>\n
Though we often interchange the words \u201ctrim\u201d and \u201ccut\u201d when talking about hair, they do mean different things. A trim, as De Le\u00f3n explains, is when an inch or two is taken off at the ends, while a cut is a bit more drastic, with more than two to three inches being chopped off. They\u2019re also used for different circumstances.<\/p>\n
She goes on to add that when your hair is looking limp, not holding any style, tangling easily, or appears to have severe damage, you\u2019ll want a cut. Also, if you\u2019re just looking for a change in style or want to add movement and body to your hair, she says that a cut is necessary to achieve either of those things.<\/p>\n
Signs That You Need a Hair Trim<\/h2>\n
There are a few obvious signs that it\u2019s time to book that hair appointment. Laura Polko<\/a>, celebrity hairstylist and House of Frieda expert, says that a trim is best for getting rid of split ends and for when you\u2019re starting to notice breakage. If you notice your hair looking more dry or starting to lose its shape, you\u2019ll also want a trim to revive it all.<\/p>\nWhen to Trim Based on Length\u2026<\/h2>\n
Short Hair<\/p>\n
While it sounds counterintuitive, the truth is that the shorter the hair, the more upkeep is needed to keep it healthy. \u201cShort hair takes a bit more maintenance because of its length, shape, and personal preference,\u201d says De Le\u00f3n. \u201cFor example, when someone has a bob that sits right below the ear, it will be more obvious when the hair grows because it can easily pass the shoulders after six to eight weeks, and it will completely change the style.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201cShorter haircuts often require more frequent trims to maintain their shape and style,\u201d adds celebrity hairstylist T. Cooper<\/a>. \u201cIf you have a pixie cut [for example], it may need to be cut a little more often to maintain the shape of the sideburns and the nape of the neck.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/div>\n