Why You Should Start Asking For a Dry Haircut

Picture your last haircut. Chances are it went something like this: wash, cut, blow dry. Well, in the spirit of change and self-betterment (“new year, new you” or whatever), may we suggest that you request a fourth step during your next trim? Wash, cut, blow dry, cut (again), is the new wash, cut, blow dry, and it could be the tiny change that makes a huge difference in your overall style.

We popped by Sassoon Salon in Toronto and spoke to Senior Creative Director Lorraine McAndrew, who explained why she rarely does a haircut without a final dry-cut step.

“Dry-cutting is used as a finishing technique because the weight of wet hair causes it to fall differently, making it difficult to correctly shape the hair,” says McAndrew. “Once the hair is dry, we typically go through each section and refine the cut using the point cutting technique. [It allows us] to create clean lines for chic and polished looks that are truly ‘wash and wear’.”

So for the most precise cuts, for curly hair (that shrinks when it dries) and a more tailored cut that won’t surprise you post-cut and blowout, a dry-cut is a great way to ensure you leave the salon with what you want.