How to Get a Haircut That Fits Your Personality

1. Determine what your hair color is (just check in a mirror) and what compliments it. Try on a uniform or casual outfit of the type that you'd wear, and cover the collar with a towel if you're using a pomade, streaking dye or gel.

2. Brainstorm what you want to convey. Hair can be a useful canvas uncut but if you want it shorter or longer you might want to try a cut a few months in advance of the actual school opening date to see how you like it.

3. Gather your supplies. Clean hair (But not too clean, maybe washed yesterday evening is good) is an obvious necessity, and any other basic styling products (Gel, mousse, hair lotion or conditioner) are good, plus any accessories you might choose to wear.



4. Talk to a stylist or family member on how to choose details of your hairstyle. Long, straight hair may need extra maintenance or more shower time, and short hair is, less work.

5. Style your hair how you like it, but not too extreme. Dye jobs should be done at a salon.

6. Talk with someone experienced on streaking your hair. Your hair says a lot about you, for good or for ill.

7. Don't make it too elaborate. Remember- 10 minutes or less is good for hairstyling, if you're taking more- you'll be late for school, work or wherever you're headed.