Learning Objectives
• Describe sources of hair design inspiration.
• List the five elements of hair design and how they relate to hairstyling.
• Explain the five principles of hair design and recognize their specific contribution to a hairstyle.
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Learning Objectives
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• Understand the influence of hair type and texture on design.
• Identify the seven different facial shapes and design a beneficial hairstyle for each.
• Explain two design considerations for men.

Introduction
• To add value to your career as a stylist, take the time to learn how to design the best hairstyle for your client.
• That process begins with analyzing the entire person by using the elements and principles of design to enhance positive features and minimize more challenging ones.
• An understanding of design and art principles will help you develop the artistic skill and judgment needed to create the best possible design for your client.

Discover the Philosophy of Design
• Have a vision.
• Follow a plan.
• Work at the plan.
• Try and try again.
• Take calculated risks.
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Define the Elements of Hair Design
• Line
• Form
• Space
• Design texture
• Haircolor

Horizontal
Line
Vertical
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Diagonal
Line
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Curved

Single line
Designing with Lines
Parallel lines
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Designing with Lines
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• Contrasting lines
• Transitional lines
• Directional lines

Form and Space
• Form – outline or silhouette of the style.
• Space – area surrounding the form or area the hairstyle occupies.

• Styling tools
• Chemicals
Design Texture
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Design Texture
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• Multiple directional wave pattern combinations: trendy multi-textured look with volume and unconstructed lines
• Smooth patterns: accent the face
• Curly patterns: take attention away from the face

Dimension with color
Haircolor
Lines with color
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Haircolor
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Hair Color Selection
• Create a visual plan for placement and patterns of your color choices.
• Consider how each color weighs with the other variables.
• Consult with your client about their color objectives and/or what look or impact is he or she is trying to achieve.

Understand the Principles of Hair Design
• Proportion
• Balance
• Rhythm
• Emphasis
• Harmony

Proportion
• Proportion: the comparative relationship of one thing to another.
– Body proportion: hair and body proportion must be compatible.

• Symmetrical
• Asymmetrical
Balance

Rhythm
• The regular, recurrent pattern of movement in a style

• Wave patterns
Emphasis
• Change in form
• Color • Ornamentation

Harmony
• The most important principle in hair design
• The orderly and pleasing arrangement of shapes and lines.
– Form with interesting lines
– Pleasing color and textures
– Balance and rhythm that together strengthen design

Physical Characteristics
• Shape of the head
• Length of neck
• Facial features
• Body shape and posture

Recognize the Influence of Hair Type and
Texture on Hairstyle
• Straight, fine hair – no body or volume
• Straight, medium hair – more versatility in styling
• Straight, coarse hair – hard to curl and carries more volume
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Recognize the Influence of Hair Type and
Texture on Hairstyle
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• Wavy, fine hair – looks fuller with layering
• Wavy, medium hair – offers most versatility
• Wavy, coarse hair – can appear unruly if not shaped properly
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Recognize the Influence of Hair Type and
Texture on Hairstyle
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• Curly, fine hair – responds well to mild relaxers
• Curly, medium hair – creates a wide silhouette
• Curly, coarse hair – needs heavy styling products
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Recognize the Influence of Hair Type and
Texture on Hairstyle
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• Very curly, fine hair – best cut short
• Extremely curly, medium hair – chemical relaxers and hair pressing are good options
• Extremely curly, coarse hair – chemical relaxing recommended with other thermal services

Create Harmony between Hairstyle and
• Oval
Facial Structure
• Square
• Round

• Triangular
Basic Facial Shapes
• Diamond
• Oblong • Inverted triangle

• Straight profile
Profile
• Convex profile
• Concave profile

Special Considerations: Top Third of Face
• Wide forehead • Receding forehead
• Narrow forehead • Large forehead

Middle Third of Face
• Close-set eyes • Crooked nose
• Wide-set eyes • Wide, flat nose
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Middle Third of Face
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• Long, narrow nose • Prominent nose
• Small nose

• Round jaw
Lower Third of Face
• Long jaw
• Square jaw
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Lower Third of Face
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• Receding chin • Large chin
• Small chin

Styling for People who Wear Glasses
• Consider eyeglass arms.
• Consider hair length around ear.

Hair Partings: Partings for Bang (Fringe)
• Triangular • Curved
• Diagonal

• Center
Style Parts
• Diagonal
• Side
• Zigzag

Design for Men
• Styles
• Choosing facial hair design

Summary and Review
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Of vital importance to the professional cosmetologist is the ability to select, adapt, and execute a hairstyle that is both suitable and desirable to the client.
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You will apply the elements and principles of design learned in this lesson to add creativity, dimension, and uniqueness to your work.
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Form, space, line, color, and wave patterns are all essential elements in creating a successful style.
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Summary and Review
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We have also learned that proportion, balance, rhythm, emphasis, and harmony are used to create total looks that are pleasing to the eye.
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It is essential for the successful cosmetologist to be able to analyze the client’s face and head shape when designing a suitable style that will flatter and satisfy the client.

Chapter Review Questions
1. What are possible sources a hair designer might use for inspiration?
2. List the five elements of hair design and give a brief definition of each.
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Chapter Review Questions
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3. List the five principles of hair design and describe one form that uses each principle.
4. What influence does hair type and texture have on hairstyle?
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Chapter Review Questions
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5. List and describe the seven facial shapes and explain how hair design can be used to highlight or camouflage facial features.

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6. How do the elements and principles of hair design apply to men?