The Best Hair Styles for Every Face Shape

>>Round Face

You're face is round if it's as long as it is wide. If you have a round face, you're goal should be to elongate it as much as possible by adding volume and layers to your hair. Try bangs that are feathered, or side-swept, which will soften your face shape and make it appear more elongated. Going for gentle waves is also another style that works well.

>>Heart Face

Heart shaped faces have narrow chins and wider cheekbones. Go for curly and soft hairstyles, ones that cut right at the chin and give off the appearance of everything being symmetrical. Never slick your hair back for this look--don't do anything that overemphasizes the upper portion of your face. If your really want to go for the bangs, wispy ones will do the trick to make your face shape look flattering.

>>Oval Face

A rounded hairline with a narrower jaw line than the temples. Consider yourself blessed if you were born with an oval face. You're one of the only face shapes that can wear almost any hairstyle and still look great. Avoid heavy bangs, which can hide your face and make it appear smaller. Your best option to having bangs is to opt for blunt ones.

>>Square Face

A square jaw line and hairline. Those with square face shapes have a little more freedom with hairstyles. They can go for longer lengths with sided parts and layers or waves. Avoid bobs and parting your hair down the middle, but opt for bangs that are side-swept and sexy.

>>Oblong Face

Your face is longer than it is wide, with a rounded hairline and jaw line. Go for longer hairstyles that add height and width at the temples and cheekbones. Make sure there's volume around the neck and play with wispy bangs if your forehead is high. Don't get short hair, and avoid parting your hair in the middle. If you opt for long hair, make sure it has some layers to soften your face shape.

>>Diamond Face

A mix between oval and heart shape, with the cheekbones the widest. Bobs look good on a few people, and those with a diamond face look great with short, edgy styles. Those with diamond face shapes should always have some sort of bangs that shorten their foreheads and round their face more. You're also one of the few who can part their hair down the middle and still look great.

>>Triangular Shape

This one has a strong jaw line and narrow cheekbones. Shorter hairstyles work best for those with a triangular face shape. Most people with triangular shapes have prominent jaw lines, so layers at a short length will compliment your face the best. Avoid longer hairstyles, which will only add width to your jaw line. 

Katie Cervantes

Live OC

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The Best Nail 

Colors 

of the Season

Glitter

Glitter is making it's big debut right now in nail polish, with OPI coming out with more colors mixed with glitter than ever. Kim Kardashian has even been seen wearing OPI's "My Private Jet," which is a great alternative to dark polish, with a rainbow look of color in it. Other faves include "Ink" (a cobalt blue/purple) and the special edition of "Mad as a Hatter" (blue glitter).

Neons

Nail polish is most noticeable when it's loud and stands out with an outfit. Try wearing an outfit that compliments the nail polish, but doesn't look obnoxious. Look for neons in blues, purples, pinks and oranges. Avoid yellows, greens, or even white. The 80s are currently celebrated in the fashion industry, and this includes nail polish, so play it up!

Purples

Kelly Ripa, Lauren Conrad, and other celebs sported dark, deep purple nail polish all last season, a color that looked great with any type of outfit and was it's own accessory. It was spotted on the runway, the red carpet, and out in public. Now it's time for a new type of purple, one brighter as Spring nears. Wear bright purples that look mature and sophisticated and have fun with exploring the different shades.

Greys

In October, Hilary Swank appeared on Oprah with grey nail polish, even though Oprah didn't care for the color. Hilary Swank accurately predicted the trend with dark and light greys now in style. There are plenty of shades to choose from, and all will work. Try finding greys that are distinct from the staple black that everyone wore last season. Show that there's a fresh, new color that your nails are strutting. 

Turquoise

Turquoise is great for any skin color and is now a new trend, even if it is a little early for Summer. Try calming down the color by wearing greys, blacks, and whites with it. Opt out of yellows or other bright colors (so it's not too overwhelming) and play it off with chunky rings, watches, and bracelets. 

A few other pointers: Always keep your nails the same length (preferably on the shorter end) and never match loud colors on both your feet and your hands. Try for basic colors on your toes (dark purples, blacks, or pastels) and the unique ones for your hands. And yes, stick with complimentary colors.

Katie Cervantes

Live OC Magazine

www.LIVEOCMAG.com