The 10 Commandments For Hairstyling

1. Sign language works better than words with stylists. Point to exactly where you want hair to fall

2. Fine hair looks thicker when it’s cut shoulder length or shorter

3. Naturally wavy hair needs jagged ends to keep it from getting too bushy

4. To prevent the Bozo [the clown] look, grow curly hair at least to your shoulders

5. Long hair shouldn’t extend past your breasts

6. Bangs are universally flattering – unless you have tight curls

7. For believable blonde highlights ask for up to five different shades of colour

8. If you decide to dye your blonde hair brown, do it gradually to keep from ending up too dark

9. If you hate your new cut or colour, talk to the salon manager – most mistakes can be fixed

10. Sometimes the only cure for damaged, split or fried hair is a sharp pair of scissors

Adapted from 'Allure: Confessions of a Beauty Editor'