Army authorizes female Soldiers ponytails in all uniforms
By U.S. Army Public AffairsMay 6, 2021
WASHINGTON – The U.S. Army today announced an update to its grooming policy, which now allows female Soldiers to wear ponytails in all authorized U.S. Army uniforms.
In February the Army revised guidance on grooming standards after a DOD-mandated review of our policies. Through feedback from the Force resulting in a clear, consolidated policy recommendation from a group of Soldiers, the Army reconsidered and approved the wear of ponytails.
U.S. Army Soldier wearing new approved ponytail hair style.
“This new modification is more practical for our female Soldiers. It allows them flexibility in a tactical environment, while maintaining a professional appearance in garrison,” said Sgt. Maj. Brian C. Sanders, Army G-1 Uniform Policy Branch Sergeant Major. “This change also helps to alleviate hair loss and damage to the scalp.”
https://www.army.mil/article/246037/army_authorizes_female_soldiers_ponytails_in_all_uniforms
