Short-hair clients are often told "come back when it grows." In most cases you can give them length now - the trick is method and length selection, not patience.
The minimum-length rule
As a rule of thumb, bio hair needs about 3-4 inches (7-10 cm) to hide attachment points. Below that, clips and bonds show. Always do a blend test before selling the look.
Best methods for short hair
- Clip-in: the easiest yes for short hair - place panels where there is enough bio hair to cover the clips. Our clip-in vs tape-in guide and clip-in styling ideas help you plan placement, and the one-piece clip-in is a great low-commitment start.
- Halo / flip-in: no clips near the scalp, so it works on shorter cuts better than bonded methods (see the halo guide).
- Avoid heavy sewn wefts on short, fine hair - they need length to hide the track.
Choosing length
Go no more than 8-10 cm longer than the bio hair for the first set, or the contrast looks fake. Our lengths & weights chart helps you pick the safe jump.
Short and fine together
Many short-hair clients are also fine-haired. Combine the advice here with our thin & fine hair guide for a gentle, believable result.
Stock a short-hair starter kit from the wholesale range and request a sample set to practise blending on a mannequin before client appointments.
