It can be tricky to find the perfect haircut to suit your face shape and hair texture. These factors have to be considered because they both have an impact on how your tresses will look.
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To help you decide, we listed down some universally flattering haircuts. It doesn't matter if you have a round face shape, a strong jawline, straight tresses, or curly locks, you can never go wrong with these classic hairstyles.
The Best Haircuts for Straight and Curly Hair
1. LOB HAIRCUT
Whether it's layered or blunt, a lob always looks good. The then-recognized "awkward-length" is now a classic haircut choice. The lob grazes the cheekbones, which lengthens the neck and defines the jawline (aka it's slimming). Surprisingly, this hairstyle is low-maintenance. You can air-dry your locks and still have a great hair day.
Curly lob
Ask for subtle layers to create shape and curl definition. Spritz a bit of hair oil on damp locks to enhance the loops of your tresses. You can also spritz your curls with texturizing spray for a beachy vibe.
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Straight lob
A lob with face-framing layers partnered with a blunt edge lends a cool-girl vibe. Bonus points if you use a straightener because this technique will accentuate your haircut.
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2. FACE-FRAMING LONG LAYERS
Long layers in the front slim down the face. This haircut softens a strong jawline and downplays plump cheeks.
Curly layered haircut
Long layers provide structure to curly hair and prevent the dreaded triangle-shaped buhaghag.
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Straight layered haircut
Subtle face-framing layers prevent your long hair from weighing your face down.
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3. WISPY BANGS
Textured bangs add character to any haircut. This fringe can easily be transformed into curtain or side-swept bangs.
Wispy bangs for curly hair
Spiral and twirly bangs are definitely cute! Ask your stylist to cut your fringe in a crescent shape for a flattering, face-framing effect.
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Wispy bangs for straight hair
Choppy, piecey bangs, especially when cut in various thicknesses, have an undone and It Girl appeal. To prevent the fringe from looking sloppy, spray dry shampoo on it and tousle it with fingers.
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4. A-LINE BOB HAIRCUT
An A-line bob has the hair cut short at the back with long front ends. Its angled edge creates volume and makes a regular bob less boring.
Curly A-line bob
You can opt to have the length cut above the jawline for a daring, unexpected result. Define your curls with an alcohol-free lightweight hair gel.
Straight A-line bob
Look forever young with an A-line bob. But if you want to switch things up, straighten your locks with a hair iron for a fierce appeal or add subtle waves and texture to score a sexy and messy effect.
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Now that you have probably decided what haircut you ~*really*~ want, here are some of the salons we recommend:
(Ed's note: Please book an appointment first before dropping by the salon and follow all safety protocols!)
Salons To Visit If You Want To Get A Haircut In Metro Manila
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Bench Fix Salon
Affordable rates, well-trained stylists, and with branches in major cities, it's impossible not to patronize this salon chain.
Locations: Fairview Terraces, U.P. Town Center, Ayala Malls the 30th, Glorietta, Greenbelt, Market! Market!, Alabang Town Center, Harbor Point, Robinsons Magnolia, Robinsons Place Manila, Robinsons Place Lipa, Robinsons Galleria Cebu, SM Lanang Premier, SM City Cabanatuan, SM City Cauayan, SM City Baliwag, SM Taytay, SM City Masinag, SM City Marikina, SM North EDSA, SM Megamall, SM Mall of Asia, SM Southmall
Opening hours: 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Rates: P185 to P500
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David's Salon
Another favorite salon chain of Pinoys, David's Salon has gained a reputation for services at budget-friendly rates.
Locations: Marquee Mall, Starmall Bulacan, Ali Mall, Alphaland Makati, Ayala Marikina, Eastwood, Robinsons Forum, Greenbelt, BF Homes Aguirre, Molito Alabang, SM Southmall, BF Resort Las Piñas, Ayala Cebu, Abreeza Mall
ADVERTISMENT - CONTINUE READING BELOW ↓Opening hours: 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Rates: P200 and up, depending on the stylist's expertise
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Azta Urban Salon
Famous for their dreamy hair color jobs, Azta Urban Salon also offers satisfying haircut results.
Location: Ayala Vertis North, Eastwood Citywalk, Jazz Mall, Venice Grand Canal Mall, Alabang Town Center
Opening hours: 10 a.m. to 9. p.m.
Rates: P250 to P600, depending on the stylist's expertise
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Jesi Mendez Salon
This salon chain has been around since the 1970s, and its clientele is still growing.
Location: TriNoma, Glorietta, Robinsons Place Manila
Opening hours: 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Rates: P250 to P650, depending on the stylist's expertise and location
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Piandré Salon
Besides taking care of their clients, Piandré Salon also supports charitable causes and cooperatives. When you avail of their services, you're helping out others, too!
Locations: TriNoma, Ayala Mall Feliz, Promenade Greenhills, Ayala the 30th, Greenbelt, Two Parkade BGC, South Supermarket Alabang, Oakridge Business Park Cebu
ADVERTISMENT - CONTINUE READING BELOW ↓Opening hours: Operation hours varies per branch. Some open from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m., and some follow mall hours, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Rates: P450 to P980, depending on the stylist's expertise
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Zero 1 Story Hair Salon
A legit Korean hair salon and a fave of Anne Curtis, Erwan Heussaff, Liza Soberano, Andrea Brillantes, and Kathryn Bernardo. Their stylists are equipped to give you the softest and dreamiest haircuts, just like how it is in South Korea!
Location: Ground Floor Fort Pointe 2 Bldg, The Fort Complex, 28th St., Taguig
Opening hours: Monday to Sunday, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Rate: P800
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Jing Monis Salon
Celebs like Angelica Panganiban, Janella Salvador, Sofia Andres, Elisse Joson, Sue Ramirez, and Jane Oineza trust Jing Monis Salon to give them newsworthy hair makeovers.
Locations: Greenbelt 1, Bellevue Hotel Alabang
Opening hours: 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Rates: P800; P3,000 for Jing Monis (Creative Director)
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Creations by Lourd Ramos
We personally know many proud curly Pinays who ask for Lourd Ramos' haircutting expertise!
Locations: Greenfield Shaw, Somerset Olympia Makati, Bonifacio Stopover, BF Parañaque
Opening hours: 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Rates: P350; P950 for Lourd Ramos (Creative Director)
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The Bloc by Junie Sierra and Co. Salon
This salon in BGC can be your hideaway when you're letting traffic subside. Their stylists offer VIP-like services with superb results! Chie Filomeno, Kyline Alcantara, and Leila Alcasid have had their hair makeovers done here.
Location: Lower Ground Floor, C2 Building, 28th Street corner 7th Ave, Bonifacio High Street Central, Taguig
Opening hours: 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Rates: P1,200 to P2,000, depending on the stylist's expertise
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Suyen Salazar
The favorite stylists of It Girls Georgina Wilson, Martine Cajucom, and Belle Daza, Suyen Salazar specializes in dry haircuts—meaning the results are precise and more flattering to your natural hair texture.
ADVERTISMENT - CONTINUE READING BELOW ↓Location: She's a guest stylist at The Bloc By Junie Sierra and Co. Salon.
Opening hours: By appointment only. Please email at StyledbySuyenManila@gmail.com
Rate: P5,000
I NEED A HAIR MAKEOVER
- These Celebs Will Convince You To *Finally* Get Short Hair
- Try Mari Jasmine's Ombré Lob If You Want A Hairstyle That Looks Better As It Grows Longer
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