Every week brings a new hair trend – sometimes it's layers, sometimes full bangs, and in between there are plenty of other cuts that will make you think twice before heading to the hairdresser. But what happens when you don't just want a momentary change, but the perfect style that will suit you forever?
This is where "haircut theory" comes into play, a trend that is making a name for itself on social media and that promises to help you find the ideal cut based on three elements: your face shape, your skin tone, and what's called the "essence" of your style.
Essentially, this theory is based on the idea that everyone has a perfect cut that suits them best. Think of Jennifer Aniston's iconic "Rachel" cut in the '90s or Halle Berry's pixie cut in the early 2000s. A hairstyle that looks so natural, people will think you were born with it!
The ideal cut is determined by three main criteria:
1. Face shape
To understand your face shape, a simple trick is to think about which celebrity you resemble and analyze the haircuts they wear most often. Here are some examples:
• Square faces: To soften the hard angles, cuts with soft layers and bangs are a perfect choice.
• Oval faces: Almost any cut works, but a short cut or long hair with natural layers is a safe choice.
• Diamond-shaped faces: With pronounced cheekbones, short cuts and styles with volume around the chin area are ideal.
2. Color analysis
There's no need to delve into complex theories to understand which hair tones look best on you, just look at the palm of your hand:
• If there is a pink tint, then you have a cool undertone and platinum blonde or dark colors with cool reflections would suit you best.
• If your skin has a more yellow or golden undertone, then you are on the warm spectrum and tones like honey or chestnut with golden reflections are best suited for you.
3. The essence of your style - Messy or well-groomed hair?
The third element is your "essence" - that is, how you want to present yourself through your hairstyle.
• If you like a natural and effortless look, a short cut or messy wavy hair is perfect for you.
• If you prefer something neat and elegant, then a straight cut would suit you better.
Ultimately, finding the perfect cut takes more than just an inspirational photo from Pinterest, but if you analyze these three elements, you can discover the model that best represents you!
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