Ask Abi, week 22

"How often should I have a haircut?

When I used to use a hairdryer and tongs every day, I used to get a cut every 3 months or so. I've now gone 7 months without a cut and still don't feel a pressing need to get one!

However, I'm wondering if that's any good for the hair ends?" - Helen

Such a great question and one I hear a lot!

If you're no longer using heat tools daily, your hair is probably much healthier, which is why it’s lasting longer between cuts.

That said, even without heat damage, the ends can still become dry or split over time, especially with wavy hair that naturally craves moisture.

You don’t have to cut it every 3 months like before, but a light trim every 4–6 months can help keep your ends fresh, prevent breakage and maintain your wave pattern.

If your ends still feel good at 7 months amazing!

Just keep an eye out for dryness, tangles or thinning at the ends, as those can be signs it’s time for a tidy-up.

"I’m perimenopausal and my new grey hair growth is either really coarse and wiry and sticks up immediately or really fine and curls up as soon as it dries or in humidity.

I’ve got really porous hair so have yet to find a solution that lasts. Tempted to straighten it until it’s grown past my ears and perhaps a bit heavier.

Any tips gratefully received!" - Catherine

Firstly, you’re not alone. Hormonal changes during perimenopause can totally shift your hair’s texture, making it feel like you're suddenly dealing with someone else’s hair!

That coarse, wiry texture and unpredictable curl pattern is super common with new grey growth, especially when your hair is porous.

It’s trying to find its new rhythm and it can feel like a bit of a battle in the meantime.

A few things that can help:


1. Moisture is key

Grey and porous hair tend to lack natural oils, so regular deep conditioning (like using the mask weekly) and layering in the Wave Cream while your hair is soaking wet can help smooth and hydrate those stubborn strands.


2. Light hold = control

A small amount of gel on the crown can help weigh down those flyaways without making your hair crunchy.


3. Patience pays off

It sounds like your hair will settle into a beautiful wave pattern once it gains a bit of length and weight.

You’re right heavier hair is often easier to manage!

You’ve got this and we’re here every step of the way.