How often should you really get a haircut?

It depends on the cut, but here is a good rule of thumb.

Short, sharp styles such as skin fades lose their edge fastest. Book every two to three weeks to keep the lines clean.

Classic short back and sides look their best on a four to five week cycle. Longer, textured styles can stretch to six or eight weeks, as long as the shape is right.

The best time to book your next cut is before you leave the chair.

If you are growing your hair out, keep coming in. A light tidy every six weeks stops the awkward stage from lasting months.