Myth or Fact: Does Cutting Your Hair Make It Grow?

Myth

We have all heard the advice that you have to cut your hair if you want it to grow. So you ask yourself: Does my scalp know when I need a haircut and stop pushing new hair growth out in an act of defiance? That would be crazy right! The truth is no it doesn’t play games with you like that. But nature does play a role in how long our hair will grow and our self care and maintenance practices can encourage nature to bend to our will of longer healthier hair.

Fact

So while cutting your hair doesn’t directly make it grow faster, regular haircuts are essential for healthy hair. And healthy hair grows to be longer hair. Just like dry skin cracks dry hair splits so dry ends become infamous split ends. They don’t look good but for many they think I don’t care because the length is more important. While split ends are ugly they also snap off causing an unwanted and an unintentional “haircut” therefore your hopes for longhair snapping of with it. Furthermore removing split ends promotes a stronger, fuller look. Your hair will be shinier and sharper. Healthy hair growth starts with a great cut.

The Caveat

Not everyone can sport ankle-length hair. In fact, over the years, I’ve encountered only a handful of individuals who can successfully maintain such a length. Hair density, the coarseness of the cuticle, and the inherent strength of each strand are all hereditary factors that largely determine how long your hair can grow. These critical characteristics dictate the maximum length your hair can achieve. However, you can optimize your hair’s natural potential by keeping it healthy and well-maintained. Start with regular trims to keep your hair in peak condition!