The right way, say stylists,
is to find what works with the structure of the face and looks flattering. A flattering
hairstyle can be the most important single factor in your appearance. Not only does
it tell about your character, it balances your body, frames your face and complements
your clothes and lifestyle. A really professional haircut is a valuable investment,
because it will make you
feel good as well as look good.
Oval Face
If you have an oval face, you are lucky, as any style will suit you. A long face
is best complemented by short hair that is quite full, with a fringe. Don't go for
a severe long hairdo that will only make your face look longer.
Round Face
If you have a round face, you should aim to add length. If you don't want long hair,
part your hair on the side or add fullness on top. Avoid a neat bob with a fringe.
A round face gives an overall appearance of roundness. A full face is flattered
by a short, layered cut. The top of the head should be given a ‘long’
look with a layered, curly style, extending to the back. If making a topknot, get
a lot of elongated tendrils out. That balances your face. A lot of volume to the
hair will give it a flat look. A severe, tied back style also makes the face look
rounder. Avoid it.
Square Face
A wide forehead and square jawbone means you have a square face. A style with the
hair 2.5 cm, or so below the chin sits pretty on a square face. If your hair is
thick or wavy, you can go all one length. With straight or fine hair, you can opt
for a slight angle in the front. Don’t go in for bobs. Blunt-clipped bangs
are also not recommended because they would emphasize the squareness of your face.
All a square face needs is a little softening if the jawline is too heavy. Draw
the attention away from the jaw with a diagonal fringe forward from the hairline
and around the ears if you wear your hair up, or long loose hair with a bit of bounce
below chin level.
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A Heart shaped face
is also easy to flatter. All you need to do is avoid a heavy slab of fringe that
will make your face into a triangle. A softer fringe will help. Try a soft fringe
too for a high forehead, or try a very heavy fringe that starts quite a way back
and is 'V' - shaped, with the point of the 'V' in the centre of your forehead. If
you have a receding or double chin, you need to draw attention away from it. Your
hair will look best either piled to the top and back of your head, to balance the
chin, or hanging loose to hide it. A large nose needs a short, fluffy style-anything
sleek or straight will only over-emphasize it.
Oblong Face
A long, thin face with a narrow chin is oblong. A short, perky bob will go very
nicely with your kind of looks. It should be short at the back and the angled chin
length, in the front. Wearing it with a side parting, with bangs brushed to the
side, rounds out an oblong face. A longer bob, about five-cm, below the chin, will
also look good on this kind of face. Layered hair will not suit you at all. Long
hair, too, makes the face seems lengthier.
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