Burr Haircut: Definition, Styles & How It's Achieved

A burr haircut is an extremely short, uniform haircut, typically achieved with electric clippers using a very short guard or no guard at all. Think of it as the next step down from a buzz cut.

Here's a breakdown of what defines a burr haircut:

* Length: Very short, typically between 1/8 inch (3mm) and 1/4 inch (6mm) all over the head. Some variations might be even shorter.

* Uniformity: The hair is the same length all over, without any fading or tapering.

* Clippers: Almost always achieved using electric hair clippers.

* Maintenance: Extremely low maintenance.

* Appearance: Gives a clean, very close-cropped look. The scalp may be visible, depending on hair density.

In short, it's a very short, uniform buzz cut, often considered the shortest possible style you can get without shaving your head completely.