The frequency of hair trims depends on your hair type, length, style, and condition, but general guidelines are as follows:
- Short hair: Trim every 4 to 6 weeks to maintain shape and style, especially for fine or short cuts like pixies or bobs
- Medium-length hair: Trim every 6 to 8 weeks to keep the style fresh and healthy
- Long hair: Trim every 8 to 12 weeks (or every 3 to 4 months) to remove split ends and maintain health without losing too much length
- Curly or coily hair: Trims every 6 to 12 weeks depending on curl tightness and hair condition; coily hair can sometimes go up to 16 weeks if healthy
- Damaged hair: More frequent trims every 4 to 6 weeks help minimize split ends and prevent further damage caused by chemical treatments or heat styling
- Growing out hair: Trims can be less frequent, about every 3 to 6 months, focusing on removing split ends without sacrificing length
Signs you need a trim:
- Split ends or fraying
- Tangled ends
- Dryness and dullness
- Loss of style shape or volume
Summary
For most people, a trim every 6 to 8 weeks is ideal to maintain healthy hair and hairstyle shape. Adjust this schedule based on hair type, damage level, and personal goals like growing hair longer or maintaining a precise cut
. This approach prevents split ends from traveling up the hair shaft, reduces breakage, and keeps hair looking its best.
