How long are six inches of hair? What will your hair look like when it reaches 10 or 12 inches? Without a ruler, it’s hard to visually measure how long your hair is by touching it or peering into the mirror. You never know if you have the best grasp of visualizing measurements. I’m horrible at that. I have no idea what six inches look like for real.

If you’re in the same boat, not only do I sympathize, but I’ve also done my best to give you a few photographic examples by which to judge your hair.

The Truth About Your Hair Length

Judging the length of your hair on your own is hard. You won’t always have someone to help you measure it or estimate the length for you.

To truly take care of your hair, it’s essential to learn about it from the inside out. That means discovering healthy conditioners, nourishing them with the foods you eat, and avoiding dead ends, but you also need to know your hair. It helps to figure out how to measure your hair at a glance. Seeing a visualization should improve your perception.

Six Inches of Hair

How long are six inches of hair? Here you go. Depending on the style and texture of your hair, six inches may fall a bit longer or shorter. Curly or wavy hair will always appear shorter because the shaft of the hair is coiled and spiraled.

Blonde Pixie Cut

The pixie cut is one proof that you can achieve stylish hair looks at different lengths. This is the edgiest and most fashion-forward hairstyle you can have if your hair is six inches long. 

Pro Tip: If you have a round face shape but wish to sport a pixie cut, go for one with a face-framing and slimming sideswept curtain fringe. 

Medium Wavy Lob 

Whoever said that women with short hairstyles can’t enjoy waves, this medium-length wavy bob will prove you wrong. For your information, you can create a gorgeous, modern, and chic wavy lob out of 6-inches of hair like this one.