Ken Paves' 6 Rules For Getting a New Hairstyle
Celebrity hairstylist Ken Paves lays down the "dos" and "don'ts" of getting a great new look.
Do tell your stylist you want a look that works with the texture you were born with, so that you can manage the cut at home. But...
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Don't assume your old hair products are appropriate for your new cut. Ask your stylist which products can reduce styling time or let you air-dry. (And make sure he shows you how to use them.)
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Do ask for layers around your face. Bangs or long layers around the jawline create a soft, flattering frame for your features. But...
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Don't get lots of layers all over. Whether your hair is thin and fine or thick and curly, overlayering results in lack of shape.
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Do consider returning to the color you had as a kid. It's probably the most flattering shade for your skin tone. But...
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Don't overcolor your hair. If you pull the dye through to the ends only every other time you touch up your roots, you'll avoid lifeless haircolor.
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