Hair Facts28 August 2026
Wet hair lies about its length: What It Actually Means
Hair stretches significantly when wet, especially curly or wavy textures. Cutting curly hair while wet often results in it springing up much shorter than i
The short version
Wet hair lies about its length.
Why it matters
Hair stretches significantly when wet, especially curly or wavy textures. Cutting curly hair while wet often results in it springing up much shorter than intended once dry, which is why a dry-cut is superior for texture accuracy.
Before your next cut
Small details decide how a haircut turns out. The fix is simple: look at the cut on your own face before you book it.