* Hair Thickness/Density: Fine hair will weigh less than thick, coarse hair. Someone with a lot of hair strands will have heavier hair.
* Hair Length: "Medium length" is subjective. Is it just past the shoulders, or closer to the mid-back? Longer hair obviously weighs more.
* Hair Type/Texture: Curly or coily hair can "shrink" up and appear shorter, but can actually be quite dense and heavy. Straight hair might appear longer but be lighter.
* Hair Condition: Dry, damaged hair can be more porous and therefore weigh less than well-hydrated hair.
* Moisture Content: Hair can absorb water and humidity, temporarily increasing its weight.
General Estimates:
With all those factors in mind, here are some rough estimates:
* Very Fine, Thin, Medium Length: Might weigh as little as 1-2 ounces (28-56 grams).
* Average Thickness, Medium Length: More likely in the 2-4 ounce (56-113 grams) range.
* Thick, Dense, Medium Length: Could weigh 4 ounces (113 grams) or more.
The Best Way to Find Out:
If you really want to know the weight of your own hair, the most accurate way is to:
1. Gather Your Hair: Put your hair in a low, loose ponytail.
2. Use a Digital Scale: Use a kitchen scale or postal scale that can measure in grams or ounces.
3. Zero the Scale with the Hair Tie: Place the hair tie alone on the scale and zero it.
4. Weigh Your Hair: Place the ponytail on the scale (without the scale touching your body or table.)
5. Read the Measurement: The scale will give you the weight of your hair.
Keep in mind, hair grows and sheds, so the weight may fluctuate slightly over time.