How to choose the hair color according to the physique
When we decide to change hair color, we often ask for advice from those who, based on the color of our eyes or our complexion, indicate the shade that would best see on us.
But do you know that even the type of body can represent an element capable of conditioning the hair color that can be better for us?
And since when it comes to dye and color, inevitably, you have to deal with discoloration, find out in this video some useful advice to avoid damaging the hair, especially if you opt for a do-it-yourself color.
Hair color and body type: what is the connection?
The theory that relates our body type and hair color originates from the book Metamorphosis by David Kibbe, a book that has become a true style Bible from its release in the 1980s until today.
The hypothesis underlying this theory is rooted in the concept according to which male and female elements merge in the physical characteristics of all of us, determining our type of physique and figure.
Starting from this assumption, Kibbe, in addition to advice on clothing, emphasizes how the various types of body can influence the final result of the hair color we choose.
So let's find out, according to this curious assumption, which colors give us the most depending on whether we are slender, normal, curvy ...
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Are you slender and petite? Choose bright and bold colors
If you have small bones and defined facial features, your hair color should be strong and lively, regardless of the shade chosen, to maintain a good color contrast.
In fact, a not very strong color could give the look a washed-out look, and “give you” a few more years.
To avoid ash blondes and coppery reflections.
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Do you have an androgynous physique? Focus on bold but natural colors
Broad shoulders, narrow hips and a bold face? If you have an androgynous body, the secret is not to overemphasize this "masculinity", but not hide it either!
So choose a bright color, but opt for a natural variant that can be obtained with highlights, balayage and layage.
Instead, avoid colors that are too dark or light.
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If you have a well-proportioned physique and regular strokes, go ahead for all natural and warm shades
If you have a normal body with medium bone and regular facial features, the best shades are natural and light shades, such as honey blondes or warm reds and browns.
In addition, to enhance your physiognomy, you can focus on delicate light strokes, while we do not recommend too artificial colors, which could make the whole thing vulgar.
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Curvy physique? Dare bright and bold colors
If you have an hourglass body with a medium to large bone structure, you are curvy and have a face with full lips, the hair color that best enhances you should be bold and, if desired, also artificial, such as black-blues, fiery reds. or platinum blondes.
Instead, no to dull, soft colors with little character.
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And after choosing the hair color, move on to the cut! Those of the moment are characterized by long and very rock bangs! Look at some examples in this gallery.
