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Hey all, regular reader and occasional poster here!
Well, I actually reached the two year mark about a month ago, and was going to make a post, but of the pictures I took, I didn't really like them. And then I didn't get round to taking better ones. So, as a way of making up for the delay I decided on a bunch of photos, along with a 'Before' pic, taken around the same time as my last proper haircut, back in mid-'07.
So anyway, I'm into my third year of growing, and I feel I've reached that point where I have long hair. I get a little kick out of being in a room with both men and women, and noticing I have the longest hair. I love having all this hair; it's definitely worth the extra time I have to invest in it!
When I'm in the outside world I'm normally in the ponytail, at home I have a headband to keep hair away while I cook, read etc, although about half the time I leave it loose. I like it loose, though it does get in the way, and I often find myself playing with it. If anyone's curious about washing routine, it's usually every third day that shampoo and conditioner touch my hair.
Current plan is to not cut it for another year, then see what happens. I feel it's getting to the ideal length for me. 'Long enough to do a braid' has been the goal for a while, ever since 'Having a ponytail' was achieved back in March-ish. That said, I'm considering going in for a trim later this month, as there's a wedding coming up, and I feel I should do 'something' with my hair, and the ends, which you might be able to see, are getting a little... uneven
Hi Jowii
Simply gorgeous long ALL NATURAL GROWN hair you have with the most beautiful v-shape in the back. And of the colour? Fantastic! You have truly arrived in a most spectacular way after 3 years. (Trimmers, please take note.)
If it were myself, I wouldn't dare get the trim you talk of because they may mess you up so bad (as is MORE than so often the case) that the person is filled with frustrations and regrets. Sometimes even becomes depressed!
As the olde saying goes: "If it ain't broke don't fix it."
Again, beautiful long hair you have Attained. :-)
Applause!
Justin~
Hi Jowii,
Great post until it got spoiled at the very end with that dreaded getting a trim to even it out part!GRRRRRRRRRRRRR!!!!LOL.Your hair is perfect and needs no trim....trust me no one is going to complain unless they flat out don't like long hair on guys.Just leave it alone and go to the wedding wearing your longhair with pride:)You pics look fantastic btw and thanks for posting them.Interesting so called proper haircut pic as it even looks like Polly is battling the awkward stage.Cheers my friend;)
Mark
Thanks for the input. I figured it was getting unkempt, but if the general opinion is it's fine and normal, then I'll save myself the money, and let it carry on naturally.
My, your hair looks amazing! Congratulations for reaching the 2 years mark. :) Your hair reminds me a bit of mine.
I suggest you don't get a trim for the wedding, it looks really fine this way! For the wedding you could have it braided or just do an half-tail...wich reminds me, an halftail picture would be lovely to see!
Congratulations and be sure to keep on growing and forget trims!
-Andrea
Agree with the others, no trim needed. No long hair is perfectly even, enjoy it and let it flow.
Hey Jowii, your hair looks excellent. That's good growth for 2 years and it certainly compliments you. I would advise against the trim you're thinking of, because it often ends up in the stylist cutting more than you asked for. You really want your hair to look good for the wedding, and I think it looks great already. The ends don't look very uneven to me. They don't all end at the same point of course but that's natural since your hair doesn't start at the same height on your head.
If you really want to then it's your choice but my suggestion is to skip it for now unless your ends are getting really scraggly or tangled. Which they're not. :)
Peter
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great hair... DONT TRIM IT!!!!
it seems to me like hair always looks worse for the first month or so after a haircut
and I know what you mean about liking it loose and playing with it. I almost never have mine in a tail when Im out (really just as a f**k you to anyone who doesnt like it) and I can never stay still for more than a couple seconds so I either tap my foot or fingers to a song Im thinking of... or play with my hair.
And about noticing how far you are from the longest hair in the room. Every time I go to a new class, friends house etc. I look around at every girl (since I by far have the longest hair out of any guy around here) to see what place Im in... which is usually about 3rd or 4th
~Jarvis~
Our hair is about as long, I will post my 2 years update in a few days. Don't cut it, it looks perfect as it as!
I went to a wedding a month ago and make sure I looked perfect, I shaved and trimmed my goatee. I got nice clothes and I brushed my shoes. The only thing I did with my hair was wash it and put in a tail like I always do!
Nobody commented except some people who really liked my hair!
Hi Jowii,
Thanks for sharing the update and you hair is looking great in wonderful shape.
Why is when an event like a wedding mentioned, those lovely old trimmers come out? Ends look fine to me :-)
Cheers,
John.B
Look at his comments. It's a very special occasion, so people feel the urge to "do something", even if that something isn't really required. Makes them feel like they'd gone that extra step to be ready for the occasion.
John makes such good logic as we are apprised of "special ocassions" every now and then by the person "unsure" about himself. I feel we can simply chalk this up to a "Conditioned Society." But then, where is the line drawn that defines "special event?" Funeral, Tag Sale, Birthday, Winning a 2.00 Lottery Ticket, Getting ready for Winter, Summer, Spring or Fall, Vacation, a newly caught fish, having your pic appear in the paper because you helped save a Wetlands? The list can become a bit endless. Hey, this is a very special ocassion for me to be writing this. Hmmmmmmmm, I must consider doing something like getting a trim? My own extra step you know. :-)
You can save the sarcasm, Justin. I wasn't saying it was a good idea, just pointing out why people feel that urge before things like weddings or reunions.
and you're right! Have a great Labor Day weekend "JSFrodo" and hope you receive some high complements on your own long hair which is a sensation! :-)
Justin~
That's exactly my feelings, here. It's not often I go to weddings, so I feel I should make an effort. I've seen a fair number of events go by recently that could deserve a trip to a hairdresser: moving country, visiting friends I haven't seen in years, my 21st birthday - all resisted the urge to 'tidy up'. But I feel a wedding is a step above all these, hence the thinking about it this time round. But the board here makes a valid argument for resisting temptation again - I'm almost certain to regret it at some point, given my track record with haircuts. Which means I'll find some other avenue to channel my effort into for the wedding.
Someone may already have said this, but if you want something special for this wedding, why not braid it. It's a great length for braiding.
Ends look fine to me! Trims usually end up as a disaster.
Could always wear a bow or do a bun or something really special like a beehive (retro is in these days).
I know someone who did a beehive for a special occasion and yes I do mean a (he) It was hilarious.
Humour aside pull it in a tight tail spray or gel it and smooth down the fly away hairs. A very neat clean look that is plenty special.
Kevin
Your hair looks great! Keep it growing!
Your hair looks pretty good to me. The ends will never be completely even, what matters more is how those ends look. Are they healthy, or are they split and ragged? As long as it's healthy, leave it alone. If you feel the urge to "do something" for the wedding, try a new style, like a half-tail, or a braided half-tail, or whatever.
Hi JS,
I agree with your advise you gave to Jowii, above, --- EXCELLENT guidelines! I've gone in for trims when I've really felt the need for it (although it's been awhile, at least recently not felt the need for any). As long as Jowii goes to a very reputable salon (which usually means paying more $$$, unfortunately), --- preferably with a longhair following (ask long-haired women, if unable to find any longhaired men around).
Jowii, your hair is BEAUTIFUL!!! I don't see any need for you to have to trim (at least judging by the pics); but, if you'd feel better doing so for the wedding, just make sure you ask for as little length to be trimmed off as possible. Cutting off any ragged or split ends is really the only main reason you'd want to trim. I used to occasionally go in for "re-shapings"; but, nowadays I don't even like to do that. It's up to you, though. Whatyever makes you happiest and makes you feel your best!
Take Care,
Ken in San Francisco
Just gorgeous, really! Maybe only a van dyke beardie, for some extra refinement of looks, but this is as beautiful as it can get in just two years.
Thanks for the comment. I wish I could pull off a bit more facial hair, but alas, I'm one of those late-growers. 21 years of age and it still comes out too fine to be able to wear. But we think alike; I agree a style like that could work!
Geeze, fellow,, I'm just a little envious. I've always wanted a head of hair like yours. Wear it with pride!
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Your hair looks perfect, Jowii. It is a natural V shape, which is ideal. I see no need for trimming.
Scott
Hi Jowii. Your hair is looking good and smooth. My hair would be at your length if mine is straight but I have lots of curls.
Matthew
No need to "do something" with your hair. It looks excellent as it is. I think fool with it will just upset the natural balance you have there.
Bruce
Congratulations. Beautiful, naturally grown hair and you've done well in a tad over two years.
If I were you, I wouldn't do anything to it besides take good care of it but if you feel better with some fine tuning, then I guess go ahead.
Looks like a nice area you live in too.