Hairstyles: Face Shape and Hair Texture Matter!

The hair is often referred to as a person's crowning glory. A flattering style and cut could enhance your features and personality, while a style that is not right for your face and hair type could be your worst nightmare.

Experts say that for a hairstyle to be flattering for a person, there are certain factors to consider. First would be the shape of the face.

Happynews.com share a certain technique in obtaining the shape of your face. Look into the mirror, and get something you could write with, but that which could easily be erased. A soap bar would do, or even a lipstick. Trace the shape of your face on the mirror. This would give you an idea of the kind of hairstyle that would fit your face's shape.

An oval face is described as a shape that is slightly narrower at the jaw line than at the temples. The face has a gently rounded hairline. If you have an oval face, you are lucky because you would be able to carry most hairstyles. You can actually experiment with different styles from time to time, because you do not need to worry about your facial symmetry. You can go long or short. Just be sure not to wear a style that covers up your features, such as putting very heavy bangs in front.

A rectangular face is long and slender, and may have a narrow chin and a very high forehead. Short to medium cuts would enhance this face shape. Soft wispy bangs would shorten the appearance of the length of the face, while fullness at the side of the face would add width to the face. Keep the hair at shoulder length. Too much length and too much height would emphasize the length of the face.

A round face is full-looking with a round chin and hairline. A cut that has fullness and height at the crown would suit this. To diminish the roundness of the face, wear a side part. Grow your hair below the chin to create length. A cut that is until the chin would emphasize the shape of your face. Avoid any circular style such as tapering around the face or bangs that are rounded. Avoid center parts.

A square face is one that has a strong, square jaw line, and usually an equally square hairline. A short to medium cut is best for this face, as well as waves and roundness around the face. Feminine wispy bangs and layers would do wonders. Add height at the crown to create an illusion of length. Avoid bangs that are cut straight across the forehead, as well as bob cuts that end at the jaw line. A layered bob that goes below the jaw line could be very good.

A heart-shaped face is described as wide at the temples and hairline, and narrowing to a small delicate chin. Choose a style that would make the forehead look smaller, and that which is thick and has layers at the bottom. A chin-length bob is very good for this face. Do not go for the very short cuts that would emphasize the upper face. Do not put height at the crown as well.

A triangular face is the opposite of the heart-shaped face. The jaw line is more prominent, while the cheek bones and temples are narrow. For this face shape, seek for a style that are full at the temple and tapered at the jaw. Shags and layers are best for this kind of face. Do not grow your hair too long and avoid full hair styles. Do not do center parts; off-center would be more flattering.

A diamond-shaped face is a cross between the heart and oval. There are wide cheekbones and narrow forehead and jawline. You are lucky if you have this face shape, because you would also be able to use many different hairstyles. The face shape is balanced and dramatic, so the important thing is to have a cut to enhance the cheekbones and chin line. Avoid a style that allow too much hair on the face, though, as this would hide the features of the shape of the face.

Now, the second factor about the hair that should be considered is the hair texture.

Fine hair is described as very, very small in diameter. It tends to be weightless and fly away. Fine hair should be cut as a blunt cut, it can look well. This type of hair should cut up to the length of chin. A pixie, layered style would be good for fine hair. You can wear a cut that is shorter at the back, and longer at the sides. A lot of layers would add volume.

Medium in texture is considered not fine and fly away nor thick or coarse. This is most common, and is the most manageable kind. Different hairstyles are allowed for this hairstyle, because if it is not too fine, nor too thick. Experiment and choose the one that is really best for your features and personality.

Coarse hair is thick in diameter, and roughly feeling. If someone has coarse hair, do not shortcut the hair. Because it may look stick out and bushy. Adding some layers could add shape and direction. Hair gels and wax could help the hair look more shiny and tamed. Very thick and straight hair might require regular perming.

So there you go. To be able to choose the right hairstyle that would give you a good look, know the shape of your face and be aware of the texture of your hair. Knowing these details would help you and your hairstylist seek for the cut that would do wonders to your mane. Remember, it's your crowning glory.