Hair Length
Very Short – Buzz cut or very close to the scalp (≤1 inch or 2.5 cm).
Short – Hair is cropped and does not touch the ears (1–2.5 inches or 2.5–6 cm).
Ear Length – Hair reaches around the ears but not beyond (2.5–4 inches or 6–10 cm).
Jaw Length – Hair extends from the ears to the jawline (4–6 inches or 10–15 cm).
Shoulder Length – Hair extends from the jawline to the shoulders and beyond.
Hair Volume
Low Volume
Hair lies close to the scalp with little to no lift. It may appear limp.
Medium Volume
Hair has some natural lift and movement but is not excessively full. It does not lay completely flat but isn’t very thick or voluminous.
High Volume
Hair appears thick, bouncy, and full with a noticeable body.
How to Identify Hair Volume in a Frontal Photo
- Look at the top of the head – Observe how close or lifted the hair is from the scalp.
- Check the amount of lift –
- No lift? → Flat = Low Volume
- Some lift? → Slightly Raised = Medium Volume
- Stands out? → Full & Bouncy = High Volume
To identify hair volume in a frontal photo, observe the top of the head and check how close or lifted the hair is from the scalp. If there is no lift, meaning the hair lies completely flat, it falls under low volume. If the hair has some lift, appearing slightly raised but not excessively full, it is classified as medium volume. If the hair stands out significantly from the scalp, creating a full and bouncy look, it is considered high volume.
Hair Curl Pattern
Straight Hair (Type 1)
Hair grows without any waves or curls. Naturally smooth, it can be fine, medium, or thick.
Wavy Hair (Type 2)
Hair has a soft “S”-shaped wave pattern. It’s not entirely straight but also not curly. It can range from loose waves to more defined waves.
Curly Hair (Type 3)
Hair forms ringlets or spiral curls. Has more volume and bounce compared to wavy hair.
Coily Hair (Type 4)
Hair has tight curls, coils, or zigzag patterns. Often referred to as afro-textured hair.