Hair. It's one of any woman's daily concerns. Does it look right? It's just not turning out today? Why is it so oily? Would I look better with a new style? How do I achieve that style- and who has time? What is the best product for my hair? What about all the current trends for this season? How can my hair look like a celebrity?

In general .... I hear the woes and worries every day- no matter what age or industry all women have the same concerns about their hair. I am truly amazed with each question and conversation the very little bit of resources that are available out on the net- so I decided to make a section devoted to many of the common conversations I have about hair and hair styles.

Face Shapes Important Role in Choosing A Hair Style
Are you looking to change your hairstyle? Consider your face shape. Finding out what type of face shape you have is the single most important step to help you decide what type of hairstyle is right for you. “But I how do I know what type of face shape I have?”

There is a simple way to expose the actual shape of your face. I can determine in person exactly what type of face style you have, or your current hair stylist can. We are the best judges for this, and it's our job. Many people have said to draw the outline of your face with lipstick on a mirror, or lie on a bed and mold a damp towel around your head and ever-s-carefully get up and then look at and determine the shape.

There is an easier way explained below:

You'll need:

•  Tape Measure
•  Pen / Pencil
•  Paper
•  Calculator

1. Measure the distance of your face across horizontally from the top of your cheekbones.
Write down the measurement.

2. Measure your jaw line from the widest point on your face to the widest point.
Write down the measurement.

3. Measure the widest point across your forehead; vertically this is somewhere between your eyebrows and hairline.
Write down the measurement.

4. Vertically measure to most northern point of the start of your hairline to the most southern tip of your chin.
Write down the measurement.

Got your numbers? Are you ready for some math?
(Click on a face shape to see what the recommendations are)

Oval Face - Length equal to one and a half times width.

Round Face - Your face is as wide as it is long. This may vary a little but generally the measurement is close.

Oblong - Longer than it is wide. Heart - Narrow at jaw line, wide at cheekbones/and or forehead.

Square - your face is about as wide as it is long.

Diamond - Widest at cheekbones, narrow forehead and jaw line of approximately equal widths.

Learn more about Hair Styles & Face Shapes

Schedule an appointment with Ixchel at the new Alex Emilio Salon in Royal Oak, MI by calling 248-414-7600, or contact Ixchel online. Remember, if you don't look good- you don't feel good!