Nothing can turn your day around like a new haircut.
I don’t care how low-maintenance you are; a good haircut changes you.
At the same time, a bad haircut can suddenly make you question everything about yourself.
There is not, however, one single haircut that looks amazing on absolutely everyone.
Do: Soft layers
Easy, soft layers look good on just about everyone.
“The layers are adjusted to your density, but have no distinct lines.
It looks like effortless, natural hair.
That’s what I aim to deliver my clients.”
The best part about natural-looking layers?
You don’t have to hit the salon every ten weeks to keep them looking good.
Do: Asymmetrical bob
No one rocks the asymmetrical bob like Victoria Beckham.
It’s easy to style and always looks chic.
And hey, her nickname was Posh Spice for a reason.
“The sophisticated cut is simple to style.
Just flat iron and go.”
My curls go from loose and wavy to giant and frizzy.
Fortunately, I’ve discovered long layers.
Keeping my hair long weighs down the frizz, but the layers keep my curls light and bouncy.
Our face shape can look very different with the right haircut.
If your face tends to be rounder, try a fresh new bob.
“For girls with big eyes and a round face, the best option is to go short.”
Talk with your stylist about the best look for your face.
Stand in front of the mirror with a fresh lipstick.
Trace your face on the mirror, then stand back to see what shape appears.
“Opt for a longer hairstyle to create the illusion of a smoother face shape.”
Do: If you’re petite, try a pixie
Sometimes it’s hard to be short.
Of course you could wear your hair any way you like, but long locks may overpower you.
Be brave and go for that pixie!
It’s best to try a hairstyle that softens your face shape.
If you have a full face, sharp lines will help make it look less round.
“Executing a more square haircut softens the round fullness of the face,” HairstylistMarco PelusitoldTotal Beauty.
“You do not want to add more roundness.”
Again, it’s important to always consider your hair pop in and face shape.
However, there are some styles that are pretty much never going to be flattering.
The first is the in-between haircut.
It’s not quite a bob and not quite long hair.
It just hangs there without much of a style.
“Another super bad haircut I see is in shoulder length wannabe-lobs or super long hair.
“The issue with shorter hair is always density.
It will look dated or over layered.
In essence, it’s important to pick a lane.
Talk with your stylist about the looks you love and how to personalize them for you.
“The ‘V’ is my least favorite request,” admitted Mast.
Chop it off!”
Don’t: Super long
Long hair needs some long layers to keep it looking fresh.
When you wear your hair very long and all one length, it only ages you.
This is especially true if you tend to have a long face to begin with.
Because it further elongates the face.
There is no movement to distract from the face’s length.”
Go for a soft, shorter cut to offset a long face.
It doesn’t matter if they’re full and thick or soft and swept to the side.
I think they always look fresh and chic.
“If you have a wide face, avoid bangs,” Bush told me.
“Bangs will accentuate the width of your face.”
Instead, go for soft layers that don’t widen you.
Don’t: Trying to cut your own
This is always a no-no.
Even if you have low-maintenance straight hair.
It is never possible to get a good cut by yourself.
If you haven’t found a hairstylist you love yet, keep looking.
It’s worth it!
“For the worst haircuts, do it yourself.”
That too-tight perm from the ’80s will not look flattering on anyone.
It’s also important to double-check you’re taking care of your hair.
Get a quality perm that doesn’t damage your gorgeous locks.
“When there is pain, that indicates follicle damage.”
An experienced stylist can help you find the right perm for your hair.
Don’t: The reverse mullet
Poor Kate Gosselin.
Her famous haircut will always be on the list of worst looks.
“And that can take a lot of trial and error.”
The problem with the reverse mullet is that is unbalanced.
Talk with your stylist
The best haircut is always the one personalized just for you.
“Haircuts are a super personal thing and never really a one-size-fits-all kind of deal.
You and your stylist are a team, so work together to achieve your perfect look!
