Advice about the “right” haircut often begins with rules. But your face shape is only one part of the picture. Texture, density, growth direction, styling habits and your own taste all influence whether a haircut feels right to wear.
Start by identifying the problem you want the cut to solve. Do the ends feel too heavy? Does the shape lose balance as it grows? Would you like to keep the length but change the movement? A specific observation is more useful than asking for something “flattering” without defining what you enjoy.
Then explain your routine honestly. If you air-dry most mornings, say so. If you enjoy a polished finish and use tools regularly, that matters too. The consultation should connect the shape with the way you are willing to style it.
Reference photographs remain helpful, especially when you can point to a particular feature. You might love a fringe but dislike the overall length, or want the silhouette without the same amount of layering. Those distinctions give the conversation direction.
At Lionel Renard Salon, the appointment begins with a discussion about your hair and how you wear it. The aim is a considered choice rather than a haircut selected by a rule alone.
A good question to bring is simple: what would you change first, and why?
Book your haircut with Lionel in Los Angeles and bring a few thoughtful references.