Notable Hairstyles

Name	Image	Description
Afro		Big Hair hairstyle.
Bangs/Fringe		Hair that is combed to the front of the head and cut at or above the eyebrows.
Beehive		Big hair hairstyle.
Bob Cut		A classic short hairstyle where the ends are cut just around chin length and aligned close to the facial area.
S	N/A	A buzz cut with scissor abuse.
Bowl Cut		A 1920s Ukrainian recruitment poster.
Bouffant	N/A
Bun		a women's hairstyle where the hair is pulled into a knot at the top of the head.
Buzz Cut		a men's haircut where the hair is cut short with a razor.
Caesar Cut		Worn by Julius Caesar.
Chonmage		A traditional Japanese haircut.
Comb Over		Hair that is combed from one part of the head to another often to cover up a bald spot. Many relate this hair style to Donald Trump.
Cornrows		A hairstyle popularised by American rappers where the hair is braided into a series of French braid like locks that appear to cling to the head and travel down to the back of the neck.
Crew cut		It is hair that is done for many people in the military.
Crop		A short hairstyle worn by women in which the hair is cut very close to the head
Croydon facelift	N/A	It is a tight ponytail worn at the top of the head, giving the effect of a facelift.
Curtained Hair	N/A	The character Peter Petrelli is well-known for this hairstyle in NBC's Heroes.
The David May	N/A	Hairstyle famously worn by Manchester United legend David May.
Devilock	N/A	The sides and back are kept short, while the front is grown long and combed forward. Made famous by Doyle Wolfgang von Frankenstein and Jerry Only of The Misfits.
Dido Flip	N/A	Hairstyle named after the singer Dido.
Dreadlocks		a long men's hairstyle where the hair is separated into untidy locks twisted together, sometimes braided. popular among Rastafarians.
Duck's ass or Ducktail	N/A	a short men's hairstyle where there is a small long lock of hair at the base of the neck.
Fauxhawk		Also known as the frohawk, this hairstyle is an approximation of a mohawk, made without shaving or buzzing the hair on the sides of the head, allowing an imitation of the look of a true mohawk without having to commit to removing most of one's hair.
Feathered Hair	N/A
Feelers	N/A	Often mistaken for sideburns, this is the hair at length from in front of the ears, straightened down while the rest of the head's hair is kept short.
Finger Wave
Flattop		a men's haircut where the hair is cut with a razor but left longer than a buzz cut and appears to be flat on the head.
Fofa	N/A
Fontange	N/A	A hairdo popular in the second half of the seventeenth century.
French Braid		A French braid is a braid that appears to be braided "into" the hair. Many describe it as making a braid backwards.
French Twist		a hairstyle made famous by Grace Kelly where the hair is twisted behind the head into a sort of bun style.
High and Tight	N/A
Hime Cut		it is long straight hair that goes to at least below the shoulder blades with part of it cut to about shoulder length and bangs that go to the eyebrows.
Highlights		Popular among young people in Asia during the late 1990's and early 2000's with long hair The style involves highlighting or dying various thin strands of hair via hair-coloring.
High-top Fade
Horseshoe Flattop	N/A
Induction Cut	N/A
Jheri Curl	N/A	Hair that is curly and kept wet by a Jheri curl activator. This style was very popular in the 1980's especially with African-Americans.
Japanese Hair Straigthening	N/A
Khokhol	N/A	The Ukrainian name for a style consisting of an entirely shaven head, save for one lock of hair grown on the top or front of the head. Name comes from the Ukrainian Cossacks,among whom the style was common. (See Khokhol article for the word's derogatory usage)
Layered Hair	N/A	a women's hairstyle where different sections of the front hair are cut at different lengths to give the impression of layers.
Liberty Spikes		Hair that is grown out long and spiked up usually with a gel
Long Hair	N/A	Hair that is grown out long (at or past the shoulders) and worn loose.
Mohawk		Hair that is shaved or buzzed on the sides leaving a strip of hair in the middle. It is often spiked up.
Mop- Top
Mullet		Hair that is short in front and long in the back.
Needle
Odango	N/A	a hairstyle worn by the anime superhero Sailor Moon where two buns are worn on at either side of the head with the rest of the hair worn down like pigtails.
Pageboy	N/A	A longer version of a bob, typically worn with bangs and below chin length
Part	N/A
Perm	N/A
Pigtails		Hair that is parted down the middle and made into two pony tails on either side.
Pixie Cut		a short layered women's hairstyle with a shaggy fringe.
Pompadour
Ponytail		Hair that is pulled to the back of the head and often held with a hair tie or ribbon.
Quiff
"The Rachel"	N/A	A layered haircut made popular by Friends star,Jennifer Aniston, who played Rachel Green.
Razor Cut	N/A
Recon	N/A	a radical version of the High and tight, with the sides and back cleanly shaved very high up the head, intentionally leaving a very extreme contrast between the longer top hair and the shaved sides.
Rattail		Hair that is grown out long and shaved or buzzed except for a long, thin braid at the very top of the neck.
Ringlet		long hair that is worn in elaborate and tight curls.
Shag		like a The Beatles, Oasis Band style
Short back and sides	N/A	Also know as a Boy's cut, a simple hairstyle with an overall short length.
Shape-up	N/A
Spiky Hair	N/A	All hair sticking up, like spikes sticking out from the head. Foundation of popular culture hairstyles in Asia.
Taper Fade	N/A
Tonsure
Undercut
Updo		An updo is the hairstyle in which the hair is twisted or pulled up.

Mens Long Hairstyles

Your hair is one of your greatest assets, when it comes to your overall appearance. People, after looking at your face, will first see your hairstyle, and only then continue to analyze the rest of your body structure. It is, hence, quite important for you to take good care of your hair, and see that you make yourself appear chic and trendy all the time, with the help of the right hairstyle. Really, a good hairstyle will make you look like a trendsetter, even if the rest of you is draped in the drabbest and most boring home clothes, say your nightwear.

It is necessary for you to ensure that you exhibit just the right kind of hairstyle, in terms of length, cut, and comfort. The length of your hairstyle ought to depend, firstly, on your face cut. You ought to ask an expert hair designer or artist about this. For instance, if you have a round face, you will need a hairstyle that makes it appear longer, and hence, more attractive.

When it comes to the length, though, apart from the face cut, you also need to select the right kind for your exact hair texture. For instance, fine hair needs added bounce, and hence, you will have to try and keep the hairstyle as short and full of layers as possible, in order to add more volume to it.

Next comes the cut of the hairstyle. When I say cut, I mean the exact shape and style of cutting that a wedding hairstyle requires and makes use of. The number of layers, length of each of them etc. is very important here.

Lastly, we talk about the level of comfort that you achieve with a particular hairstyle. While most hairstyles are quite comfortable essentially, the one you select depends quite a bit on personal preference and liking. There are many people, for instance, who would consider a seventies hairstyle to be quite uncomfortable, but for all we know, you might be a complete fan of them, and might want something just like them.

Well, until now, we have talked about ‘hairstyles’ as a synonym for ‘haircuts’. However, hairstyles also happen to include the way you set your hair for a particular occasion. For instance, you would want to curl or straighten your hair, and fashion it in a different and more strikingly elegant way for a formal dinner party, or just leave it lose, with a couple of accessories to go with it, while matching your step to the lively beat of the music at a rocking dance party.

Whether it is for a particular occasion or any event, though, and whether you want to follow a unique trend or match a classic hairstyle that you absolutely love, you need to be sure that you are making the right decision, for I am sure you don’t want to end up looking weird. Hence, repeating the advice given above, I would suggest that you consult a specialist, who will be able to guide you in the right direction, and do the needful to give you a hot, chic, hip new hairstyle.

Virtual Hair Styling - Try Hairstyles and Colors Without Commitment

Virtual hair styling is an extremely useful online program which allows you to upload a photo of your face and view yourself with endless different hairstyles, hair colors, lengths and textures.

This is a wonderful tool to use if you are thinking about a change of hair color or style, as you can see exactly how it will look on you before you go through with the change.

It’s ok to see a lovely hairstyle or hair color on a model in a magazine and think ‘ That’s lovely, I want to look like that ! ‘

Then you take the magazine to your hair stylist and they snip away ( or color away ) until you have the look you wanted.

However, what looks good on a model in a magazine will look completely different on you, and you may find that the hairstyle or color you wanted does not look quite how you hoped it would on you.

Remember that everyone is unique. Our complexions and features vary greatly, and this determines which hairstyles and hair colors suit us.

If you see a hair style or color that you like, the best way to know for sure whether or not it will suit you is to use virtual hair styling.

This way, your photo is uploaded and images of virtual hairstyles and colors are loaded around your face. It’s the next best thing to having it done for real, but this way, there is no risk of disappointment if it looks different to what you were expecting.

You wear your hair every day of your life. It’s not the same as an outfit that you can choose not to wear if it doesn’t look good.

Therefore, virtual hair styling allows you to see in advance the best hairstyles and hair colors for you, with no commitment. There’s no risk this way, and you may find that you become a little more adventurous with styles and colors if you can try things out first.

Maybe you are brunette and have always fancied yourself as a blonde, but have never wanted to risk it in case it doesn’t suit you. Or maybe you have always worn your hair in a certain style because you don’t know if anything else will look good on you.

If you have short hair, and wonder how it would look if it were longer, virtual hair styling shows you instantly.

No need to wait. No need to worry. The options are endless.

Virtual hair styling gives you the freedom to try all the options you desire. You may even find that after trying a few styles and colors, you get more adventurous and try out others that you would never dare try out in reality. But hey, this is virtual hair styling and it can all be undone with a simple click !

The best virtual hair styling programs will let you try thousands of hairstyles and hair colors, along with different textures, thicknesses and lengths. This way, you have every option available that you can possibly think of.

I know of one program which shows your image in 3D. This makes it possible to see how your new hairstyle will look from the front, side and back - just as other people see us, in fact. You can’t really get much more realistic!

Some virtual hair styling programs have a range of hairstyles for special occasions like weddings or the prom. This is especially useful for times such as these, as it‘s vital that you look perfect. Virtual hair styling assists you in finding your perfect style. You’ll know in advance how wonderful your hair is going to look - because you’ve already tried it online!

Apart from bridal hairstyles, and prom hairstyles, some programs even have emo hair cuts, braided hairstyles, dreadlock hairstyles, punk and extreme hairstyles and more.

The celebrity hairstyles feature on some virtual hair styling programs enables you to see yourself with the same hairstyle and color as your favourite celebrity - see how glamorous you look !

Virtual hair styling is a fantastic way to try new hairstyles, new hair colors and see a new you without the commitment.

It’s fun - try it today !

Hairstyle - Choosing a Wedding Hairstyle

The wedding hairstyle is one of the most important fine details that the bride would have to decide on long before her wedding, and it is one that is never overlooked – for everyone understands and appreciates that the wedding hairstyle is one of the most important features of the bride-to-be. In fact, the hairstyle is among the most defining points of any woman – it can break or make an outfit, a fashion statement, or simply soften an otherwise severe facial feature.

A bride can choose to look like a fairytale princess at her wedding, or she can choose to look like the queen of the castle instead; she can choose an enchanting hairstyle, or she can opt for one that is totally bewitching. She may even choose to go with the more unconventional but daring hairstyle on her wedding day. Whichever she chooses though, you can bet that she would have given much thought and consideration into the fact before choosing a single one!

The princess hairstyle : is one of the most flattering hairstyles that a young bride could choose for her wedding day. Most wedding hairstyles require that the hair be pulled back from the face, and the princess hairstyle is no exception. This is the clean formal look that for years has been the preferred choice among aristocrats and well-off women alike. The princess wedding hairstyle can however be held up or down. Generally though, it is the hairstyle that finds its basis in large but soft waves held back from the face and usually parted at the sides or the center. This hairstyle can work for the bride with long hair or the bride with medium hair. The princess hairstyle can also either be worn with a veil or with a tiara, or both.

The queen hairstyle : is very much like the princess hairstyle with the exception that the hairstyles are more elaborate and may include side bangs to soften the somewhat severe look of aristocracy. Side paths, middle paths, or no paths at all may be used in the hair which could either be loosely pulled back or tightly pulled back. If you choose to go with the tightly pulled back look, then the rest of your hair is best piled in curls at the top of the head. This is a look that again can either go with a veil, a tiara, or both.

All other wedding hairstyles are basically modifications of these two however. With the hair held down, soft waves are the most stylish and fashionable hairdos. Variations of the upswept hair include half up-half down options and fully upswept options. For the fully upswept look, the bride could consider the French knot or variations of the French knot with soft bangs sweeping the forehead.

Hairstyles Ideas – the Look for 2008 Sexy Stylish And Short

While short hair has never gone out of fashion it’s back with a vengeance in 2008 on the catwalk and on the high street, if you are looking for a hairstyle idea this is it.

Why is it so popular? Simply, there is a cut for all women and this hairstyle idea is being used as not just as a fashion, but a lifestyle statement.

Short hairstyles – and life change

Kylie Mynogue was a celebrity that had it forced upon her but when she recovered from Chemotherapy and made her first appearance, she looked wonderful and launched the hairstyle of 2007 to have.

Hairstyles 2008 broad appeal

It had already been on the catwalk as a fashion statement, now it was a lifestyle statement in the face of a life change.

Short hairstyles are now the trend here’s why:

1. Convenient

Not only is it a cheap hairstyle to have, it’s the ultimate in low maintenance – You can simply wash and go and for today’s busy women saving time is a huge advantage.

2. Sexy & Stylish

We know that short hairstyles have been used by women as the ultimate round face hairstyle, but you don’t need to have a round face to have a short crop hairstyle.

Any women can have one, there are short hair styles to suit all women – Your hair stylist will show you the best cut to suit and soften your features.

3. Girl power – a liberating cut

The short hair style may have been forced upon Kylie Mynogue and indicated a new start in life after the adversity of breast cancer.

Many women are now using the short crop as a new start and an indication of girl power and female liberation.

A short cut is dramatic and is used by women after important life changing events such as a divorce, leaving a partner and changing jobs.

It is saying:

“it’s a new me, I am strong, I feel good and I am proud”

Stylish sexy convenient and a life statement!

A cheap hairstyle, that’s low maintanance, that looks sexy and stylish - What is there not to like about this hairstyle idea of 2008?

Short hairstyles History

Short haircuts were used by Twiggy in the 60s as a statement of female liberation and have never really gone away, so if you are looking for great hairstyle ideas for 2008 then consider this one.

There are many celebrities who have used the short hairstyle over the years to look great such as Halle Berry and many more and you could join them.

Short hairstyles offer you all this

As a hairstyle idea it offers you the height of fashion sexiness, convenience and the chance to make a lifestyle statement all in one and it’s a cheap hairstyle to.

This hairstyle idea is the look of 2008.

Check out some of the great short crop hairstyles and make a statement today.

Be in Vogue with Celebrity Sedu Hairstyles

The recent exposure of the Sedu celebrity hairstyles has generated a lot of interest not only in the Sedu celebrity hairstyles themselves, but in the Sedu flat irons that are used specifically to create the Sedu celebrity hairstyles. The Sedu flat iron uses patented technology and a unique design to create Sedu celebrity hairstyles that not only look great, but Sedu hairstyles that will last all day and most of the night.

The Sedu celebrity hairstyles have been seen on Jennifer Aniston, Angelina Jolie, Pamela Anderson, Paris Hilton, Brittany Spears, Jessica Alba and many other stars who are also sporting new Sedu celebrity hairstyles. The real key issue though, is what makes the Sedu celebrity hairstyles unique. The Sedu celebrity hairstyles that have become so popular lately are due to the unique design and advanced technology that is used in the Sedu flat iron. The Sedu flat iron is made with tourmaline ceramic plates. The tourmaline is actually a crystal and has unique properties that make it ideal for use in the Sedu hair straightening iron to create Sedu celebrity hairstyles that are unique, look great and are long lasting. The Sedu hair straightening iron has helped such celebrities as Jessica Simpson get incredible results with their Sedu celebrity hairstyles. By utilizing the unique composition of the tourmaline crystals, generating negative ionic charges and using infrared heating technology, the Sedu hair straightening iron can create Sedu celebrity hairstyles for anyone.

The technology of the Sedu flat iron is used to actually mold and shape the hair instead of just flat it. This means that once the hairstyle has been formed, it will last longer and look better than hairstyles which are created with other, less comparable hair irons. Normal flat irons only flatten the hair. The end result is that when it is styled, it rapidly regains its natural form, meaning that the hair style is now frizzled and worn and will not last long at all. The Sedu celebrity hairstyles in contrast will last a long time since the hair is actually now reformed to a new style and shape. The hair is molded in place allowing the Sedu celebrity hairstyles to easily last all day long. Maybe you like the Sedu hairstyles you have seen on celebrities such as Jennifer Aniston, Paris Hilton, Jennifer Lopez or even just the long straight and flowing hair like the Sedu celebrity hairstyles of Angelina Jolie; and want to create Sedu celebrity styles of your own. Maybe you just want to borrow part of the Sedu celebrity hairstyles and then incorporate your own ideas into the mix. Whatever you want to create for your Sedu hairstyles, it can be done with the Sedu flat iron.

Try creating a Sedu celebrity hairstyle and then adding your own unique flair to it with curls or flips. Make sure that your hair is completely straightened before creating your Sedu celebrity hairstyles in order to make sure that they will last longer and look better though. The Sedu celebrity hairstyles can be created easily by anybody using the Sedu hair straightening irons.

Women Hairstyles for Curly Hair

Curly hairstyles present a look that can go with any occasion. Many people with curly hair often desire straight hair and those with straight hairstyles envy curly tresses. Curly hairstyles can be worn by anyone and everyone. If you've got curly hair and it tends to frizz, use a heavy-weight gel or a relaxing balm and let your hair dry naturally. There are plenty of hairstyles with curls because the curls append an extra touch to the hairstyles that cannot be duplicated. Hairstyles with curls, can get frizzy, stressed, split ends, and other hair damaging types. Women with medium curly hairstyles will have to keep additional care of their hair because hair is in medium state where damaged edges and poofy hair likes to appear. Short hairstyles and medium hairstyles look superb with the addition of some curly strands. Curly hair is completely different from straight hair. Its structure is different and its needs are different.

Curly hair styles that look wonderful are the natural result of combining those two essential ingredients - the curly hair cut, and the curly hair care. Long curly hair can be styled into bouncy ringlets for a new look. Tight curls can be exotic. Short curly hairstyles can be cut casually to lend a stylish appearance. There are so many ways to create curls. Using a diffuser will give the effect of loose, bouncy curls while a curling iron will allow you to choose the size of your ringlets or for a more textured curl, give the new triple barrel curling iron a try. When styling your curly or wavy hair you will want to use a comb or a pick. It is not a good idea to use a brush, as brushes make your curly hair frizz out. For tighter curls you can wrap your hair around a pencil and dry it with a diffuser, you can use smaller hot roller, or you can use a small barrel curling iron.

Color for curly hair is good. Either lighter or darker to give the hair more dimension. Since curly hair does not reflect light like a smooth surface using color is a wonderful way to create an illusion of shine. Long curly hair can be arranged in an updo. Leave some loose tendrils on the side for a soft and romantic look. With careful styling, even a ponytail can look great on long curly hair. Liven it up with exciting accessories. Longer curly hairstyles call for more maintenance. Shine spray is also good as curly hair does not reflect light like straight hair. For a straight look use Rusk str8 anti-frizz lotion. Comb thru hair and natural dry or blow on a low heat setting.

Hairstyle Ideas and Tips For Curly Hair:

1. Maintain superior hair care with moisturizing shampoos, conditioners, and gels to insure outstanding hairstyles.

2. Ringlets are an interesting way add curls to hairstyles without much work.

3. There are many ways to style curly locks for woman without natural curls, try a number of styling practices for distinct hairstyles.

4. There are many curly hairstyle goods available, use high quality items that are favorable for your hair.

5. If you can, visit the curly hair institute, it is an institute just for curly hairstyles.

6. Do not let the curly strands get too frizzy or poofy unless that's the style you are looking for.

Hairstyles for Round Face Shapes - What Hair Styles Will Suit your Round Face Best

If you are like many women out there and have been gifted a round face, there are specific hairstyles for round face shapes that will make you look more beautiful.

But before we proceed to give you hairstyle ideas, here's an important question...

Are you sure you have a round face?

To make sure that you are going to get your best look with these hairstyle tips, it's important that you first make sure you have a round face.

One simple way is to put your hair into a ponytail and go in front of the mirror. Then draw the outline of your face on the mirror with a lip stick around your face. Then step back and see what shape it is more similar to.

Here is a list of face shapes to help you see which one your face drawing is more similar to...

* Oval

* Round

* Long

* Heart

* Square

* Diamond

Another great technique to see if your face is really round is to ask other people like your friends or family members to guess your face shape. Since they will have an outsider's look, they can say more accurately.

OK, so now that you are sure you have a round face, let's see what kind of hair style will look best on you...

The best hairstyles that will look good on you are those that add length to your face.

A long straight hair is a good idea because long hair will make your face look longer, and since it's straight it will make your head width show less.

So what if your hair is not straight and it's curly?

Then a long hairstyle will still look good on you. You may want to use a hair straightener like the popular Sedu flat iron to make your hair straight sometimes.

Here you can see some beautiful Sedu Hairstyles for straight hair.

Another good hairstyle idea that will look perfect on round faces is a long hairstyle with curly ends because it will add width to the bottom of your face and make the width disappear.

Also an easy way to find beautiful hairstyles for round face is to see which celebrity has a round face and then search for that celebrities hairstyle pictures.

Since celebrities frequently try different hairstyles, you can easily find a collection of good round face hairstyles this way. You can see which hair styles fits her face most and then try it on yourself.

But at the end, remember it's YOU and only you who decides which hairstyle you feel most comfortable in, and that it the hairstyle that will also look most beautiful on you.

If you like a hairstyle that doesn't fit the rules outlined here, it doesn't matter. Because when you like your hairstyle and feel good in it, all the rest goes away because this confidence and inner beauty will shine through your face and you will look more beautiful than ever.

Wish you the best of luck in choosing your hair style!

Hair Styling Equipment

Hair styling equipments which helps in creating hairstyles includes:

* Curling Irons
* Hair Clippers
* Hair Dryers
* Setting lotions or styling waters, these are spritzed onto the hair to create hold while you are styling.
* Hair Trimmers
* Hot Rollers
* Flat Irons (Straightening Irons)
* Round Brush
* Tongs, good for creating precise, ringlet curls or flicky styles.
* Butterfly Clips, essential to separate off section of your hair while you style.

Hair products

Cosmetic products used in creating and maintaining hairstyles include:

• Brylcreem
• Hair coloring
• Hair gel
• Hair wax
• Hair mousse
• Hair spray
• Hair glue^[1]
• Hair tonic
• Serum
• Hair elastics, the only way to put hair up, they are smooth to the touch and don't snag
• Volumizers
• Hair Conditioners
• Paddle brush, the best way to brush hair day to day.
• Wide-toothed comb

Hair Style: Attention on Facial Features

When choosing the right black hair style for you, it is important to pay special attention to your facial features and bone structure. The right black hair style can take the most beautiful facial features you have and make them absolutely stunning. The wrong black hair style, on the other hand, can completely mask those features and may even highlight features you would rather hide.