Which document provides the official guidance for hairstyle and grooming used by leaders?

• A. DoD policy manual
• B. AR 670-1
• C. Army dress code
• D. Army fitness regulation

Answer: (B)

Hairstyle and grooming are governed by one official Army regulation that provides the Army’s specific standards for appearance. This regulation lays out permissible hair lengths and styles for men and women, grooming practices, and how grooming interacts with safety, uniformity, and professionalism. It also addresses exceptions for medical needs and religious accommodations, as well as guidelines for facial hair and head coverings. Other documents like the DoD policy manual sit above or outside the Army’s own standards, while the dress code and fitness regulation cover different areas. For official, unit-wide guidance on how soldiers should present themselves, AR 670-1 is the authoritative source.