Do Army Reserves have to cut their hair?

No. But you will be required to have a haircut (as a male) that conforms to current military regulations.

Does National Guard have to cut hair?

Hair is kept trimmed and cannot touch the ears. Every new male recruit is required to have their hair buzzed. Typically happens when you first arrive and then from there it’s every other week. Yes you have to maintain hair within Army regulations.

What’s the difference between National Guard active duty and reserve?

What is the difference between someone who is active duty military and someone who is in the Reserve or National Guard? Persons in the Reserve or National Guard are not full-time active duty military personnel, although they can be deployed at any time should the need arise.

What are the hair requirements for the National Guard?

Hair should be kept neat and well-groomed. Hair should be no longer than 4.0 inches. Hair may not touch the ears or collar. It also cannot extend below the eyebrows.

How long can your hair be in the Army National Guard?

Under the current policy, a Soldier’s hair length can be no shorter than 1/4 inch from the scalp unless otherwise exempt due to a medical condition or injury.

Can I have long hair in the National Guard?

“In observance with your Christian faith, you may wear uncut hair in accordance with Army uniform and grooming standards provided in Army Regulation (AR) 670-1,” a memo from the head of army personnel wrote. “You may grow your hair in accordance with the standards for long hair set forth in AR 670-1.”

Which is better National Guard or Reserves?

If you want to serve with the option of travel, a Reserve job may be a better fit for you than a National Guard option though again, your experience may vary. Active duty service is very tempting for those who want both the maximum amount of military benefits offered and the potential for travel and relocation.

Can you wear braids in National Guard?

28: No minimum hair length for female Soldiers. Multiple hairstyles to be worn at once (i.e. braiding twists or locs). Optional wear of earrings in the Army Combat Uniform for Female Soldiers.

What are the standards for military hairdos?

Hair Standards. A tapered appearance is one where the outline of the soldier’s hair conforms to the shape of the head, curving inward to the natural termination point at the base of the neck. The hair will not fall over the ears or eyebrows, or touch the collar, except for the closely cut hair at the back of the neck.

Can a soldier cut your hair in the military?

The part will be one straight line, not slanted or curved, and will fall in the area where the soldier would normally part the hair. Soldiers will not cut designs into their hair or scalp. Soldiers may not wear hairnets unless they are required for health, safety, or duty performance (such as a cook).

What is the Army policy on hair and fingernails?

It is the responsibility of leaders at all levels to exercise good judgment in the enforcement of Army policy. All soldiers will comply with the hair, fingernail, and grooming policies while in any military uniform or while in civilian clothes on duty.

What hair colors are not allowed in the military?

Unnatural, artificial hair colors that “detract from a professional military appearance” is not allowed. Soldiers may not change their hair color to outlandish ones such as purple, pink, green, orange, bright red, and fluorescent or neon colors.