If you want to try a new hairstyle, hair texture, features and face shape are all factors to consider when making a decision. You envy your friend's pixie cut or your sister's cascading beach wave, but what matters is trying to figure out which style suits you best. Thick or thin, curly or straight, there is a perfect cut for every hair type. Find out which hairstyle is right for you and everyone will turn to look at you.
Steps
Method 1 of 4: Consider the Shape of the Face to Choose the Cut
Step 1. Choose a cut that flatters the shape of your face
In general, there is a valid rule to follow: the shape of the hair must be diametrically opposite to that of the face. For example, if you have a square face, you should round off the sharp corners with a soft layered cut or waves.
Knowing your face shape can help you make "bolder" decisions about the right cut. To determine this, remove the hair completely from the face with a comb or with your hands. Stand in front of the mirror, so you can see the face directly. Stand straight, don't look at it from other angles. Using a washable marker, lipstick, lip liner, or anything else that is easily removable, mark the contours of the face by looking at the reflected image
Step 2. Find out the characteristics of a round face
This type of face is characterized by smooth, curved lines, and the chin is also rounded. The forehead and chin are broad, but the cheeks are slightly wider.
- Here are the cuts that give your features: long and scaled bob that ends exactly under the chin, scaled and marched bob, fringe, scaled cuts that come to the shoulders.
- Styles that enhance your features: curls or waves created with a curling iron, classic crops with a side tuft and very long and full-bodied fringes.
- Avoid defined and even cuts, like the classic bob.
Step 3. Determine if you have a square face
This type of face is broad in the area of the jaw (which is also angular), cheeks and forehead.
- Cuts that highlight your features: long and smooth cuts but gradually scaled starting from the jaw, oblique bobs, with longer hair in the frontal area, asymmetrical and voluminous scaled cuts, fringe that falls over the eyes.
- What are the styles that bestow on your features? Experiment with curls. To make a crop, try pulling your hair back by creating a neat ponytail or bun (this will tone down the size of the jaw).
- Stay away from straight bangs and even bobs - these hairstyles highlight the angular jaw rather than tone it down.
Step 4. Consider if your face is oval
This type of face has similar proportions to the round one, but is more elongated. The chin and the forehead are more or less the same width, while the cheeks are slightly wider; the lines that connect them to the chin are soft.
- What cuts do they suit you? An oval-shaped face is usually enhanced by any type of cut. Find your favorite feature and highlight it with your hairstyle. Do you have a beautiful bone structure? Consider a layered bob that flatters the chin. Gorgeous eyes? A straight or side bangs will draw attention to the look.
- Hairstyles that enhance the features: gathered, like a shell hairstyle.
Step 5. Find out if you have a heart-shaped face
This type of face is primarily defined by a pointed and narrow chin, while the forehead is wide. The cheeks are roughly the same width as the forehead, or slightly larger.
- What cuts do they suit you? A side-swept or browbrow fringe distracts attention from the chin. The helmet is just as good. Avoid layered cuts that highlight the chin.
- Which hairstyles enhance you? Try a shell hairstyle, which adds some volume to the upper section of the hair.
- Try to avoid flattening your hair, otherwise it will lose volume.
Step 6. Consider if you have a triangle-shaped face
This type of face is the exact opposite of the heart one. This means that it has a wide and angular chin, while the forehead is narrower and smaller.
- What cuts enhance your features? Choose a cut that has a long side tuft, gradually scaled up to the jaw. Short cuts with a lot of volume are ideal for this type of face. You can also opt for a long cut, the important thing is that it reaches up to the collarbone or goes beyond it.
- Here are the styles that flatter you: try a messy ponytail so your hair will frame your face in a cheeky way.
- Try to avoid pickups that are too tidy and that pull the hair away from the face.
Step 7. Find out if you have a diamond-shaped face
This face features wide cheeks, while the chin and forehead are narrow.
- Cuts that flatter your features: Try a full-bodied, straight fringe and a cut that gives width to the chin area, like a bob that ends in this area.
- Here are the hairstyles that give you: high ponytail or, if you have bangs, a bun.
- Pay attention to hairstyles that require you to part in the middle or add some height to the crown of the head.
Step 8. Determine if you have a long face
This type of face maintains the same proportions from top to bottom. This means that the forehead, cheeks and chin are roughly the same width, and are quite narrow.
- Here are the cuts that enhance you: side tuft that touches the eyebrows, helmets that reach the chin, ideal for creating an illusion of amplitude. Prefer short cuts; do not wear long hair, as it tends to elongate the face.
- Hairstyles that suit you: curls and waves, great for adding width.
- Avoid hairstyles that have a visibly lengthening effect and cuts that go beyond the collarbone.
Method 2 of 4: Consider Hair Texture to Choose the Cut
Step 1. Choose a style that suits the texture of the stem
Hair has a variety of textures: flat, silky and thin or frizzy, wavy and thick. You should adapt your hairstyle accordingly.
For example, a short, tousled cut that flatters a girl with straight, thin hair won't look good on one who has thick, curly hair
Step 2. Choose a style suitable for fine hair
If you have a very thin shaft with a silky texture, avoid long, even cuts, which can give you a childish air. Instead, prefer a layered and voluminous cut, which may not exceed the shoulders.
Try to avoid straight bangs, prefer side ones instead
Step 3. Choose a style suitable for thick hair
If you have a double and thick trunk, perhaps curly or wavy, do not make a cut too short: you will end up having hair in the shape of a Christmas tree. That is, they will be voluminous and frizzy on the bottom, while on the top of the head they will tighten. Hair that tends to be frizzy usually needs some length to get heavy.
Consider long cuts that go over the shoulders. Let your hair grow until the frizz has subsided
Step 4. Medium thick hair can be styled in many ways
If they have a medium thickness and a normal texture, you can opt for either a short or a long cut. Play with the hairstyles, but keep the face shape in mind.
Method 3 of 4: Enhance the Face with Hair
Step 1. Play with your strengths
A good haircut should immediately draw attention to what you like best about yourself. In fact, the hairstyle you choose should give you self-confidence and make you feel attractive, so use it to your advantage.
- For example, if you love your long neck, try a short cut or a high crop to show it off.
- To draw attention to the eyes, opt for a fringe that skims the eyebrows to make them stand out.
Step 2. Mask the defects
The right cut can help you hide or tone down the features you don't like as much.
- If you have big ears, avoid a cut that is too short, as well as neat ponytails and buns (if you're a man, make a longer cut on the sides to tone down the size of the ears with an optical trick).
- If you have a wide and deep forehead, you can cover it with bangs.
- If you don't like your neck, hide it with long hair.
Step 3. Consider a different hair color (optional)
Dyeing your hair takes a lot of care, but it can also come in handy for evening out your complexion and improving your overall appearance. Choosing the right color and shades can be difficult, so check with your hairdresser to figure out which ones suit your skin best.
If you want to know more about choosing the right color for your complexion, click here
Method 4 of 4: Change your hairstyle
Step 1. Play with your hair
While keeping your face shape and hair texture in mind is important, you should also experiment to figure out which styles you like best. Stand in front of the mirror and try out different hairstyles, or fold your hair to see what a different cut would look like. Try straightening or curling them, so you will realize which styles you prefer. If you are a man, try both combing them and pulling them back.
Basically, you have to choose a cut that gives you confidence and satisfaction, regardless of the effect it has on your appearance. The cut should first and foremost be based on your personal preferences
Step 2. Look at photos of celebrities who have similar faces to yours
Search for your face shape online and analyze other people's images. Consider the cuts they have in these photos, and decide whether or not you'd like such a hairstyle.
If you find one you like, print the photo and take it to your trusted hairdresser
Step 3. Talk to an experienced hairdresser
If you're having trouble figuring out which hairstyle is right for you, make an appointment with a hairstylist to discuss the options. You won't have to cut your hair right now, but having a professional's opinion can help you make that decision.
Step 4. Think about maintaining
Consider how much time you are willing to devote to your hair on a daily basis. If you don't like spending more than five minutes in the morning combing them, then a long, layered cut that needs to be straightened or curled every day will hardly satisfy you.
- If you go for a short cut, remember that you will need to refresh it every three to four weeks to keep it at the right length.
- Longer hair, on the other hand, can grow smoothly for up to six to eight weeks, but take extra care to avoid split ends or heat damage.
Step 5. Take into consideration all the factors we have listed for you
Now that you have evaluated the shape of the face, the texture of the hair, the facial features and the maintenance, choose a cut that allows you to combine all these aspects to your liking.
Find a good compromise. For example, you really like a cut and think it looks great on you because it fits your face (which is square). However, you are concerned about letting your hair grow out, because it is very thin. Ask the hairdresser if he can give you some tips to make them more voluminous. He will be happy to collaborate with you and think about the right hairstyle for your needs
Advice
- Take care of your hair. Cut split ends as soon as possible, and avoid overdoing the heat by reducing the use of hair dryers or straighteners.
- If you have long, damaged hair, then you may find a shorter cut that fits your face. In fact, short hair tends to be healthier, also because it needs to be trimmed more often.
- Generally, this is not the case for washing your hair every day. People who have particularly thin and fat hair should also avoid it. Try doing this every other day. When not washing them, distribute the sebum by combing them with a boar bristle brush (if they are dry) or using a dry shampoo to add some volume. The hair should start looking shinier and less frizzy after some time.
- Look for a good hairdresser. Once you've found a trusted expert, choosing the right cut will be a lot less stressful. Do some research to find a good professional who is willing to listen to your ideas and carefully evaluate your needs. It may cost you a little more at first, but you'll save money in the long run, because you won't have to go fix a bad haircut elsewhere.
