# Renu Dhariyal Guinness World Record for longest hair

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> Updated: 2026-08-10T02:00:25.000Z. Sources: 22. Developments: 2.

Renu Dhariyal, a resident of Haldwani, Uttarakhand, has been officially recognized by Guinness World Records for having the longest hair on a living woman. Her hair was measured at 271.50 cm (approximately 8 feet 10 inches), surpassing the previous record of 257.33 cm held by Ukraine’s Aliia Nasyrova.

Dhariyal, a 35-year-old YouTuber, has been growing her hair since 2015. She maintains her hair using natural, chemical-free methods, including homemade oils and shampoos. She noted that her decision was inspired by Indian cultural traditions where long hair serves as a symbol of beauty and womanhood. The Guinness World Records team formally inspected and verified the measurement in Haldwani.

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### 2026-08-10: Renu Dhariyal sets Guinness World Record for longest hair

Renu Dhariyal of Haldwani, India, has set a Guinness World Record for the longest hair on a living woman, measuring 271.50 cm and surpassing the previous record held by Aliiia Nasyrova.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/renu-dhariyal-sets-guinness-world-record-for-longest-hair-1

### 2026-08-07: Renu Dhariyal sets Guinness World Record for longest hair

Renu Dhariyal from Uttarakhand, India, has set a Guinness World Record for the longest hair on a living woman, measuring 271.50 cm after not cutting it since 2015.

19 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/renu-dhariyal-of-india-sets-guinness-record-for-longest-female-hair

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