Hairstyles and Grooming AR 670-1 Flashcards

Questions and Answers

What is the rule of thumb for appropriateness of a particular hairstyle when in uniform?

Must be neat and conservative, and headgear must fit snugly and comfortably.

Can soldiers dye, tint, or bleach their hair?

True

What are some examples of unnatural hair color?

Purple, blue, fire engine red, and neon colors.

Can soldiers have a part cut into their hair?

True Signup and view all the answers

What are the specifics for male grooming standards?

The hair on top of the head must be neat and conservative without excessive bulk or length and must have a tapered appearance. Signup and view all the answers

Are male soldiers authorized to wear braids, cornrows, dreadlocks, or locks at any time?

False Signup and view all the answers

Are male soldiers authorized to shave closely to their scalps?

True Signup and view all the answers

Describe the grooming standards for sideburns.

Will not extend below the ear, not be styled to a point, and will not exceed 1/8" when fully extended. Signup and view all the answers

Describe the standard for shaving standards.

Males must keep their faces clean-shaven while in uniform and in civilian while on duty. Signup and view all the answers

What is the exception to the shaving policy?

If appropriate medical personnel prescribed beard growth, but beards must adhere to medical standards. Signup and view all the answers

Mustaches are permitted.

True Signup and view all the answers

What are the grooming standards for the mustache?

Must be neat, tidy, and tapered; no portion will cover upper lip or extend above the lowest part of the nose or past the sides of the mouth. Signup and view all the answers

Are males allowed to wear hairpieces or wigs?

True Signup and view all the answers

What are the three basic categories for female hairstyles?

Short, medium, and long. Signup and view all the answers

What is the grooming standard for short female hairstyles?

Cannot extend more than 1" from scalp, no shorter than 1/4", and bangs cannot fall below eyebrows. Signup and view all the answers

What are the grooming standards for medium female hairstyles?

Does not extend past the edge of the collar and no bulk of hair will exceed 2". Signup and view all the answers

What are the grooming standards for long female hairstyles?

The bun may extend no more than 3.5" from the scalp and cannot be wider than the width of the head. Signup and view all the answers

When are female soldiers allowed to wear ponytails?

During physical training. Signup and view all the answers

What are some examples of authorized hair holding devices?

Small plain scrunchies, barrettes, pins, and clips. Signup and view all the answers

What are some examples of unauthorized hair holding devices?

Lacy scrunchies, barrettes with flowers, and bows. Signup and view all the answers

Can hairnets be worn while in uniform?

True Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

General Hairstyle Guidelines

Hairstyles must be neat and conservative; headgear should fit snugly and comfortably.
Soldiers can dye hair only in natural colors; unnatural colors include purple, blue, red, and neon shades.

Male Grooming Standards

Hair must be neat, conservative, and tapered, avoiding excessive bulk or length.
Male soldiers are not authorized to wear braids, cornrows, dreadlocks, or locks.
Close shaving to the scalp is allowed.
Sideburns must not extend below the ear, styled to a point, or exceed 1/8" when fully extended.
Males must maintain a clean-shaven face while in uniform and on duty.
An exception to shaving standards exists when medical personnel prescribe beard growth, adhering to specific medical standards.
Mustaches are permitted; they must be neat, tidy, and not cover the upper lip or extend above the nose or past the sides of the mouth.
Hairpieces or wigs are allowed if they conform to haircut standards.

Female Grooming Standards

Female hairstyles fall into three categories: short, medium, and long.
Short hairstyles must not extend more than 1" from the scalp, with a minimum length of 1/4", and bangs must not fall below the eyebrows.
Medium hairstyles must not exceed the edge of the collar, with bulk no greater than 2".
Long hairstyles, including buns, should extend no more than 3.5" from the scalp and cannot be wider than the head's width.
Female soldiers are allowed to wear ponytails only during physical training.

Hair Accessories

Authorized hair-holding devices include small plain scrunchies, barrettes, pins, and clips.
Unauthorized devices consist of lacy scrunchies, decorative barrettes with flowers, and bows.
Hairnets can be worn if health or safety regulations require them while in uniform.

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Test your knowledge on the grooming and hairstyle standards set by AR 670-1. These flashcards cover rules regarding appropriateness, hair coloring, and specific examples of acceptable styles for soldiers in uniform. Perfect for military personnel looking to refresh their understanding of grooming regulations.