Hair should be groomed tastefully and attractively, as long hair is a glory to a woman, serving as her covering. It must be maintained to avoid unattractiveness, with modesty guiding choices and avoiding vanity. Tasteful cutting, curling, or styling of a woman's hair is acceptable if it remains a feminine covering. For men, shaving or cutting hair for good grooming is permitted, unlike specific ritual trimmings associated with pagan practices, as noted in Leviticus 19:27 and 21:5. Jewelry is acceptable when worn moderately and wholesomely, reflecting a gentle, quiet spirit. The wearer's attitude and motive are essential, ensuring adornment aligns with inner beauty precious to God. Also see sermons and articles about Grooming.
1 Corinthians 11:15 But if a woman has long hair, it is a glory to her; for her hair is given to her for a covering.
1 Timothy 2:9-10 in like manner also, that the women adorn themselves in modest apparel, with propriety and moderation, not with braided hair or gold or pearls or costly clothing, but, which is proper for women professing godliness, with good works.
1 Peter 3:3 Do not let your adornment be merely outward—arranging the hair, wearing gold, or putting on fine apparel—
