Beauty

Were you destined for a bob?

With all theHailey Bieber-inspired bobsfloating across your FYP, youve probably been tempted to schedule your own chop.

Not only that, but its fall, baby theseason to start fresh with a new look.

TikTok’s 2.25 hair filter tells you whether you should go short or long.

Its called the 2.25 hair length filter, and its taking off on BeautyTok with nearly20 million views.

If the number you get is less than 2.25, you supposedly look good withshort hair.

Any number higher than 2.25 means youlook better with longstrands.

How to use the 2.25 hair length filter on TikTok.

Creator@simplyzoe08is one of thousands who have tried the tool.

I shouldnt have cut it!

while another said, I got almost four and just cut my hair a few days ago.

Is TikTok’s 2.25 hair length filter accurate?

I cant stand it.

Judging by these personal anecdotes, the filter might just be onto something.

Heres what to know about the viral haircut filter, including whether or not experts think its truly accurate.

Once you do, tap on the effect and line your face up within the dotted circle.

From there, maintain a steady, level camera angle.

Is The Filter Even Accurate?

TikTok filters can sometimes be harsh, and this one is no different.

Thankfully, though, this filter might not bethemost accurate tool in the world.

(And really, no surprises there.)

Creator @simplyzoe08 is rocking short hair, despite getting a result of 2.68.

And@cann.e_responded to the filter with a collection ofamazing bobs, despite getting a 2.77.

It also takes into account your personal style and lifestyle.

Plus, a good stylist will be able to make a haircut work for you no matter what.

This filter might provide a generalized suggestion but shouldnt be the sole determinant, she tells Bustle.

Its a guideline, not an absolute.

Source:

Anna Peterson, cosmetologist, creator ofSalon Route

This article was originally published onOct.