Connie Kamilla

What makes long hair “too long”? And why do you think some people associate very long hair with being juvenile or believe it’s not meant for certain ages?

I’ve always been curious about where that idea comes from. For me, long hair is simply a form of self-expression. It adds attitude, and somehow makes ordinary moments feel a little more romantic.

I’ve never tied hair length to age. If anything, I think personal style gets more interesting when we stop dressing, styling our hair, or expressing ourselves based on what we’re “supposed” to do at a certain age.

Do you think there’s such a thing as being “too old” for long hair? And at what point, if any, does long hair become too long?

The biggest long hair setback usually isn’t your routine, it’s giving in to the impulse to cut your hair when life gets hard.

Long hair really doesn’t have to be complicated. Less is more. And over the years, I’ve almost given in and cut mine many times.

When I’m going through something and don’t feel like caring for my hair, I put it away and forget about it. Sometimes that means skipping a few days of brushing, keeping it protected, and simply leaving it alone until I feel like myself again. Then I can come back to my routine without making a permanent decision during a temporary phase.

So when you see someone with extreme-length hair, know there’s usually more behind it than hair care. It takes patience, consistency, and making it through all the seasons when cutting it felt easier.

Sometimes the best long hair advice really is: put it away, leave it alone, and don’t cut it.

The secret to long hair isn’t a specific shampoo, it’s the small, consistent habits that help you keep the length you grow.

The question I get asked the most is, “What shampoo do you use?” And the truth is, you can use almost any shampoo. Of course, some may make your hair feel nicer than others, but your shampoo isn’t what gets you to long hair.

Think of it like the car you drive. There are different makes and models, but they can all get you to the same destination.

Long hair is often more about what you don’t do than what you apply to it: less unnecessary damage, less overcomplicating your routine, and more consistency.

Keep your routine simple enough that you can actually stick with it. Those small habits add up over the years.

One thing about having really long hair… people are going to notice it before they notice you. 😂 At this length, I forget how unusual it looks until someone stops me or does a double take.

I’m curious—if you could magically wake up tomorrow with ANY hair length, what length are you choosing?

I love my long hair, but apparently everyone has an opinion about when it becomes “too long.”

I’ve heard everything from “never cut it” to “you need at least a few inches off.”

So I’m curious: at what point do you think hair becomes too long?

Waist? Tailbone? Classic? Knee length? Or is there no such thing?

Unpopular opinion, but to me, long hair is easier to manage than short hair. 🤍

I find it so much easier to get long hair out of the way, a quick braid, a bun, or a claw clip, and I’m done. It’s also easier for me to style overnight with heatless curls and wake up with my hair basically ready to go.

When my hair was shorter, it required a lot more styling. My hair is naturally thick and unruly, so the shorter it is, the bigger it gets and the more effort it takes to tame. With long hair, I can simply leave it down and let the length do its thing.

Of course, everyone’s hair type is different, but for me, longer hair has actually made my routine simpler, not harder.

What do you think? Have you experienced both short and long hair? Which was easier for you to manage?

Long hair is not about never cutting it. I’ve been growing my hair for the last 7 years, and I’m currently at knee length. I do trim it when it needs it. I can’t decide whether I should leave my wispy ends or trim the hemline a little to thicken it up. 🤍

These wispy ends are also known as fairy tale ends. Some people assume they mean your hair is damaged and needs to be cut, but that isn’t necessarily the case.

When your hair reaches extreme lengths, the ends are years old and have gone through different growth and shedding cycles. Not every strand stays in the growth phase for the same amount of time, so it’s completely natural for the hemline to become less dense as your hair gets longer.

It doesn’t automatically mean you need a haircut. Some people love the soft, natural look of fairy tale ends, while others prefer a thicker, more blunt hemline. It really comes down to personal preference.

For now, I’m deciding which look I want as I continue growing toward calf length. Would you keep the fairy tale ends or trim the hemline? 👀

Unpopular opinion: long hair is less about what you apply and more about what you’re able to retain. 🤍

Healthy hair growth also starts from within. Eating a well-rounded diet and making sure you don’t have nutritional deficiencies that could affect hair growth are important.

Your hair is already growing. The goal is to protect that growth long enough to see how far it can go.

Small habits. Less damage. More length retained. 🤍

The truth about long hair is that the little things really do add up. 🤍

We grow about 6 inches of hair per year on average, so the goal is to protect that growth and keep as much length as possible.

At longer lengths, your ends can be 5–6+ years old, which is why simple daily habits make such a difference:

✨ Looser hairstyles
✨ Oil on your ends for extra protection
✨ Claw clips instead of tight hair ties
✨ Detangle from the bottom up
✨ Limit heat
✨ Sleep on silk or satin
✨ Bring your hair forward before sitting down to reduce friction

What are your daily habits to protect your hair?

You don’t need a complicated routine. Consistent, gentle hair care goes a long way.

My complete long hair guide will be available in my Lengths late August/September. 🤍