Hair Trimming Basics

A hair trim is the process of cutting your hair. When you get your hair trimmed you will be cutting off anywhere between ¼ to 2 inches of hair. There will be no change in the style or shape of your hair. This is done to remove any dry or damaged ends of your hair strands. This process is very different from getting a haircut. 

This will also be considered an additional or add-on service when you go to the hair salon for service. It comes with its own set price and you will be billed for it once the service is complete. You may possibly be able to get a trim free of charge during your salon service because this will not be something that will be extremely time-consuming for your stylist.

When you visit the salon of choice nearest to your physical location you will have to “ask” for this to be done. When you do be sure to tell the stylist exactly what you want to be done and how much hair you would like for them to take off. Getting a haircut is different from a trim because it is intended to alter the style, shape, or length of your hair. Trim should be done at least eerie 6 to 8 weeks.

This all depends on how well you take care of your hair. If you want to retain more of your hair’s length you can get a trim every 8 to 12 weeks. Most people get their hair trimmed when they begin to notice damage to their ends or thinning. You will know that you need a trim when you notice any of these signs more often than normal. This can include any of these signs such as:

• Your ends feel limp or lifeless
• It takes extra time for you to detangle your hair
• Your hair is thinning or see-through at the ends
• You have lots of breakage or split ends

If you have a lot of breakage on your ends from neglecting your hair strands towards the bottom a haircut may possibly be needed. Trimming your hair is typically recommended but necessary. If you do not trim your ends your split ends will eventually creep up the hair strand and break up on their own. This will shorten pieces of your hair. Depending on where this occurs it can damage your whole head. This can cause insecurities and eventually send you straight to the nearest hair salon. This may be a high-price haircut due to the damage and an extensive treatment plan.