You know who I’m talking about, low-maintenance ladies. Where are y’all at? Can’t spare more than 5 minutes of your day to wash and style your hair? Want to avoid being disturbed by your hair that has grown past your shoulders? We understand that you’ve hopped on the #ShortHairForLife bandwagon. But saying goodbye to your long mane can be difficult if you’ve never cut your hair short before (or if it’s been a while).
If you want to donate your hair like Harry Styles, you could start with a mid-length cut to see if you like it first, but sometimes it’s preferable to jump right in. So, how can you tell if short hair is right for you before you commit? You could try on several virtual hairstyles, tuck your lengths into a hoodie, and check yourself out in the mirror, or you could attempt this quick DIY measurement trick.
What You’ll Need?
- A measuring tape
- Two pencils
Method
Step 1: Place a pencil horizontally under your chin, in line with your shoulders.
Step 2: Place a ruler vertically underneath your ear.
Step 3: Make a note of where the pencil intersects the ruler.
The Verdict
According to the 2.25 rule, if your measurement is less than 2.25 inches, your face would suit a short hairstyle like a youthful bob. If it is greater than 2.25 inches, your facial structure is unlikely to fit short hair and you should choose longer locks or midlength hair cuts.
Conclusion
Giles Robinson, International Training Director at Colour Wow and Senior Stylist at John Frieda Salons UK, told The Metro, “It’s all about the angles.” The Rule was developed by John Frieda, and it is a surefire guide for hairstylists to employ in order to modify the cut – to make the length as pleasing to the face shape as feasible.
So get your test kit ready to find out which hairstyle is most likely to suit your face shape. Then, if you’re feeling adventurous, take a trip to the salon!
Would you try this trick before you visit the salon?
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