Should I get a short hair cut? And how can I make my hair flatter?

by Tyln
(Portland, OR)

I had my hair short when I was little but it was always big and poofy, so since then I have always had my hair long.

I am getting a haircut in 5 days and I really want to get a relatively short hair cut, like shoulder length. I don't know if I should do it, so does anyone have any information on that?

Also, I can't stand having my hair being wide and poofy, so I often put it up in a pony or bun. I have tried thinning it but it doesn't really make a difference. Is there any other way to slim my hair down without losing curl or making it frizzy?

Thank you so much for the help!!!!!