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The Dramatic Hair Cut
Going from Long to Short Hair
Whether you've gotten a promotion, are tired of your infant using your hair as his own personal toy,
or are just in need of something new, changing your hairstyle from long to short can be fun - and nerve-wracking. If you've had long hair
for most of your life, it can be even more frightening. How will you know what looks good for your face? Is short hair easier to maintain
than long hair? And what if, horror of horrors, you don't like it? Here are a few steps to get you started down the road to shorter locks.
1. Consider your personality. While a short, spiky cut may look great on someone who
likes sports and is adventurous, if you're quiet and soft-spoken, you may feel uncomfortable. On the other hand, having to spend time
on curling layers may be too much work for someone who is looking for an easy wash-and-go style.
2. Consider the type of hair that you have. Is it thin? Curly?
Especially with
shorter styles, certain cuts will only work with certain types of hair. If your hair is thin, for example, a single layer cut can make
it look even thinner and often a little greasy. If you hair is very curly, certain styles can make you look like a poodle. Remember
Keri Russell?
3. Consider the shape of your face. The goal of a good haircut is to create the
illusion of a symmetrical, oval face. If you already have an oval face, count your blessings! You'll have more styles to choose from.
If not, you'll want to look at pictures of people who have the same face shape as you. Long layers in front with shorter layers in the
back can help to elongate a round face. Layers that frame the face can soften plump cheek bones. Bangs can help disguise a large, square
forehead.
4. Go to a stylist that you trust. Now is not the time to go to a cheap, $6 haircut
place. If you don't have a stylist you can count on, ask someone whose haircut you like. Most people are happy to give their opinion
about who is good, and especially who is bad.
5. Double-book your appointment. The front desk will schedule time based on how
long a procedure will take; a couple hours for perms and coloring, while only 30 minutes for a haircut. Let the front desk know that
you'd like enough time booked to be able to show your stylist any pictures from books, magazines or the internet that you think might
work for you, discuss the different options you have and fears you may still have lurking, and come up with a solution together.
Many upscale salons have a consultation and cut option, but if not, ask for one anyway (Though be prepared to pay a little extra for
the time).
6. Talk to your stylist. While this article may help guide you in the right
direction, your stylist is your best friend in this situation. She can help you determine what works best for your face, your
lifestyle, and your hair. Now is not the time to be shy! If she suggests something you really don't think you'll like, say so.
It's better to speak up before the scissors are anywhere near your head. Also, answer her questions honestly. She needs to know you're
not a morning person before giving you a style that requires an extra 30 minutes of work every morning to look good.
7.Watch how the stylist styles your new hair cut. Ask her to explain what she's
doing and why at every step. Remember, you're going to have to do this tomorrow morning!
8. Relax and have fun. Worst case scenario is you don't like it.
The great thing about hair is that it's temporary. If the short look just isn't what you thought it would be, you can always
grow it back out again. In the mean time, enjoy all the compliments from people telling you how brave you are for
doing something so dramatic.
K. Pantinas ©Hairfinder.com
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