How do I know what Hairstyle best suits my face shape and body shape?

When designing a hairstyle, the goal is to create the illusion of an oval shaped face (the most perfect).  The hair style we choose should fill in where needed and take away where not.  Profile is another key factor when choosing a hairstyle.  There should be balance from side and front view.  Body shape works the same, our goal is to create the X shape and to also consider the size of the head if reference to the size of the body and height.

Face Shapes

Body Shape

How do I choose my best colors for hair, color, cosmetics, and clothing?

Go to a professional who specializes in color analysis (image consultant).  They will determine whether warm or cool colors will best enhance the contrast and colors between the hair, skin, and eyes.  They can also advise on combining the colors and what level of color is best for you.

What technique for hair color, hi-lites / low-lites would be best for me?

A face shape analysis will tell where to place shadowing, hi/lites, low/lites.  The goal is to create an oval illusion.  Check out the pictures to look for your face shape.

When choosing a skin care, what questions do I need to ask?

What is needed for oily, combination, dry skin?  How about breakouts?  There are many good skin care lines to choose from.  Most people in there teens, 20's, and 30's have oily to combination skin.  A skin care line with a gel wash and gel moisturizer is usually better, but there are exceptions to the rule.  People over 40 have varied skin types.  Some still have oily, some combo, some dry, and some very dry.  The ageless skin care lines are very nourishing.  If you are oily to combination and have had problems with breakouts or bumps under the skin, test the product first.  Most lines carry something for everyone!  Do the research for your skin.  A good skin care line keeps skin more youthful and the earlier the better!!!

When choosing a makeup base/foundation for my skin what do I look for?

There are many types and shades of foundation. The foundation color should allow the skin to come through, therefore the colors should match.  If it is too light it can look pasty and if it is too dark there will be a line.  *What type of finish do you prefer?

    *    Flawless: mineral bases or creme to powder

    *    Heavier coverage: Matte liquid or pancake

    *    Light finish: Moisturizer with a tint, 2-way foundation, creme to powder or liquid.

When choosing a new look, how do I choose a more youthful look that is appropriate?

Most people would like to look about 10 years younger after they reach 40.  This can be done, in good taste, by learning more about what looks best for our face shape, body shape, and the colors that are best to enhance your style.  Choose pictures of hairstyles and clothing styles that you like and consult with an Image Consultant expert to help determine what is best.  I suggest updating your look every year and reinvent yourself every 3 to 5 years!  Fashion and hairstyles have 5 year cycles.  These cycles overlap, so, ask yourself:  Do you change your look at the beginning of a new trend or do you wait until you see it on everyone before you change your look?

Does everyone have a shorter hairstyle that looks good on them?

Yes, everyone has a shorter hairstyle that will fit their face, head and body shape.  A skilled artist would be your best choice to consult, execute, and guide you to love and maintain that shorter style.  Most people are afraid of shorter hair.  Our hair is our main adornment and some people feel that their longer hair is their glory and without it they would feel too revealed.  Sometimes cutting your hair shorter is a very freeing experience!  What about you?