A woman's hair is part of her identity. Each strand, fly-away, curl, fine piece of hair plays a role. It is also one of the most criticized parts of a woman's body. Especially for short-haired women. There is just something about a woman with short hair that catches everybody's attention, which is not necessarily an awful thing. However, that attention can easily become disenchanting when back-handed compliments are given. So before you shove your foot in your mouth, take some of these things into consideration.

1. So why did you do it?

Because I wanted to… wait, who are you?

2. But you looked so good with long hair.

3. So are you, like, lesbian now?

Since when does hair define someone's sexuality?

4. Did you go through a bad breakup?

What does my relationship status have to do with my hair?

5. You’re so brave. How do you let a barber touch your hair?

With the same bravery you had to come out of your room with that bedhead.

6. I would never cut my hair like that. It looks good on you, though.

7. Well, hair grows back.

You don't say? Tell me more.

8. Wow, your face is so much more open. I can see EVERYTHING.

I’m sorry that I don’t hide behind my hair.

9. OMG, YOU SHAVED IT! Can I touch it?

10. It’s different.

That’s the point, silly. Never been one of the crowd.

11. You look like Miley Cyrus.

Yes, I see the resemblance too. A dark-haired Mexican with glasses. I could be her stunt double.

12.You are going to have to dress more feminine now.

I wear what I want.

13. Boys prefer long hair

Yes, because I explicitly make sure to look good for men at all time.

14. You look so much older now.

You don’t say this to any women. Period.

15. You can always rock hair accessories.

We sure can. Short-haired women can rock anything.