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Best hair cut ever ? - Many women find having their hair cut very traumatic! Looking at yourself under bright lights with wet hair and smudged make-up don't help boost our ego but if you come out with a fabulous new hair style that flatters your face shape, it has got to be worth it!

In order to benefit from the exhiliration of a fabulous new hair style it is worth putting some thought into it before visiting the hair dresser. Firstly, tie your hair back from your face so you can see it clearly and assess your face shape. At Colour Me Beautiful we divide different face shapes into the following categories: Oval, Square, Rectangle, Inverted Triangle and Round. Different face shapes look better with certain hair styles as follows...

b) Square If you have a square face, hair styles that soften the outline of your face will be more flattering. Avoid straight bobs and straight fringes as these will accentuate the shape of your face.

c) Rectangle If you have a long narrow face, softer layered styles will at width to your face. Avoid straight long hair as this will make your face look longer. A fringe can make your face look shorter.

d) Inverted Triangle By adding volume and interest to your jaw line you can balance your face and make the upper part look less wide and the lower part less narrow. Fringes should be light and volume on the top avoided.

e) Round Angular cuts are better for a round face and round bobs or a tightly perm should be avoided.

Other factors that need to be considered are your age,

the texture of your hair (thick or fine) the colour and whether or not it has natural wave or is dead straight. Some styles just won't work with some hair textures and while you do want to look up to date, your hairstyle needs to suit your age and lifestyle.

Preparation is the key.

An Image consultant can help you with choosing the right colour and style to suit you and most good hairdressers can advise you on what styles will suit your hair type.

Collect pictures of hair styles you like

from magazines and make a list of factors that are important to you. For example, the length of time you are prepared to spend on drying and styling your hair at home, how you spend your time, does your hair need to be neat and tidy for work or do you prefer a more bohemian approach?

The sum of all these things:

face shape, hair texture, life style, personality, occupation, time, will directly affect the hair style that is right for you. If you are investing time and money in a new hair cut, prepartion is the key!

About the Author

Joanna Steele-Perkins is a senior Image Consultant with Colour Me Beautiful. Based in Taunton, Somerset, she is a regular contributor to magazines and newspapers. She offers advice on all aspects of personal image and her services include Colour Analysis, style consultations, Make-up Lessons, image for men, bridal advice and personal shopping.