ESL Questions Hair
Hair
It is our crowning glory and a major part of our identity. These questions explore hair care, styles, and the cultural importance of how we wear our hair.
Beginner
Is your hair long?
Do you like your color?
Is the brush soft?
Do you use shampoo?
Is the barber near?
Do you cut your hair?
Is hair curly or straight?
Do you have a comb?
Is the water warm?
Do you see a mirror?
Is the dryer hot?
Do you wear a hat?
Is the salon busy?
Do you like short hair?
Is the oil good?
Do you wash it today?
Is the soap white?
Do you see a gray hair?
Is the style new?
Do you have a tie?
Is the chair high?
Do you like your cut?
Is the beard long?
Do you use a towel?
Is it a bad hair day?
Intermediate
What would you do if a hairdresser cut your hair much shorter than you wanted?
How do you feel when you change your hair color to something very bright?
Is it better to go to an expensive salon or a cheap local barber?
How do you decide which hairstyle looks best on your face shape?
Why do some people spend an hour every morning fixing their hair?
Have you ever tried to cut your own hair at home during a holiday?
Do you think that men should spend more money on hair products?
How do you feel about the 'trends' that change every single year?
Is it a good idea to let a child choose their own hairstyle for school?
What is the most annoying thing about having very long or thick hair?
Should we judge a person's professionalism based on their haircut?
How often do you go to get a professional trim or a new style?
Why is hair so important for our confidence and our self-image?
Is it difficult to manage your hair when the weather is very humid?
What kind of products do you use to keep your hair healthy and shiny?
How has your hairstyle changed since you were in primary school?
Do you prefer a natural look or a look that uses a lot of products?
How do you handle a situation where your hair is starting to fall out?
Should we allow employees to have 'unnatural' hair colors like blue or pink?
What is the role of a 'beard' or 'mustache' in modern male fashion?
How do you feel when you see a person with a very unusual haircut?
Is it possible to be 'too old' for certain types of hairstyles?
Why do we feel so much better after a fresh visit to the barber?
What is the best piece of hair advice you have ever received?
How do you feel about the rise of 'organic' hair care products?
Advanced
Is hair a biological feature or a complex symbol of social and political identity?
How does 'hair discrimination' affect the career opportunities of certain groups?
Should we view 'graying hair' as a sign of wisdom or a problem to be fixed?
Is it ethical to sell 'human hair' extensions if the source is not clear?
How does the 'beauty industry' profit from making us feel bad about our hair?
Should we ban certain chemicals in hair dye that are linked to health risks?
How does the 'shaved head' look challenge traditional ideas of femininity?
Is 'balding' a natural part of aging or a medical condition we should cure?
How do cultural and religious traditions dictate the way we treat our hair?
Should we allow 'hair drug testing' as a standard part of a job interview?
How does the 'history' of wigs and powder reflect the class systems of the past?
Is it possible for a 'hairstyle' to be considered cultural appropriation?
How do 'hormones' and 'stress' directly impact the life cycle of our hair?
Should the government regulate the prices of salons to prevent 'gender taxes'?
How does the 'alopecia' experience change a person's social interaction?
Is 'body hair' on women becoming more socially acceptable in the West?
How do we balance 'artistic expression' with the rules of a formal workplace?
Should we teach 'trichology' (the science of hair) in regular health classes?
How does the 'perception' of blonde versus brunette hair influence our bias?
Is it right to spend thousands of dollars on a hair transplant surgery?
How does 'water quality' in a city affect the health of the citizens' hair?
Should we discourage the use of aerosol hairsprays for the environment?
How do 'hair rituals' like first cuts mark the stages of a person's life?
Is 'AI' going to eventually replace the artistic eye of a master stylist?
What will 'hair fashion' look like in a world where we can edit our DNA?