Q: Dear Bill, my current hair condition is thin, dry and damaged. Probably the best word to describe it would be "miserable." I'm looking for the most appropriate haircut for me.

I've also lost a lot of hair, but thankfully, it finally stopped falling out. I wash it every third day. A few years ago, I was washing every day, but that would probably make the situation worse now. 

I do not use foam, gel or sprays, and I straighten it very rarely. I usually cut it to about shoulder-length, sometimes shorter. I wish my hair was at least below my shoulders and in healthy condition.

My natural colour (as it is now) is grey-brown. I don't dye my hair. Only the upper layer is damaged, but it is damaged really badly. I do have a lot of new hair growing, which is good. 

My hair starts to wave at about one third of way down. I don't think a short cut will look good because of the wavy structure of my hair, but I don't see any other options. 

And about me: I am 27 years old, 5' 3" tall, and my face shape is oval (I think—or maybe rectangular). Hope to get some advice! Sincerely — Jurate

A: Jurate, thank you for your consultation request.

I happen to like everything about your hair.

Keeping it one length is what I would suggest, and to super-condition the top layer to help keep it smooth.

It is a common problem for the top layer with fine hair; it takes all of the abuse. Often, the hair underneath is the healthiest.

Cutting long, soft layers like these cuts would help rectify this, exposing the healthy hair underneath:

Just remember, not too many layers, as this will thin out your ends.

Cutting it into a rocking shag should work for you quite well:

I like this soft bang with a messy texture:

This is a great tone of colour for you:

For a longer length, this should work—only colouring the healthy hair underneath. I would not put colour on the top section where the hair is dry. It will only make matters worse.

billyxoxo