{"id":432066,"date":"2026-01-09T08:00:41","date_gmt":"2026-01-09T07:00:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ma-grande-taille.com\/?p=432066"},"modified":"2026-01-09T02:55:29","modified_gmt":"2026-01-09T01:55:29","slug":"selon-coiffeur-signes-prouvent-coupe-cheveux-vous-va-pas","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ma-grande-taille.com\/en\/beaute\/coiffure\/according-to-hairdressers-signs-prove-that-a-haircut-doesnt-suit-you-432066","title":{"rendered":"According to a hairdresser, these 4 signs prove that your haircut doesn&#39;t suit you."},"content":{"rendered":"<p>You leave the salon with impeccable hair, and yet, a few hours later, the mirror seems to be playing tricks on you. The cut you chose might not suit your natural texture. According to renowned hairdresser Christophe Nicolas Biot, certain visible signs reveal that a cut may not be right for your hair. However, above all, remember: the only person who can decide if a cut suits you is you.<\/p>\n<h2> 1. Hair that puffs up and loses its shape<\/h2>\n<p> Does your hair feel like it&#39;s sticking out in all directions? That doesn&#39;t necessarily mean your hair is &quot;unmanageable.&quot; Christophe Nicolas Biot explains that when lengths flare out haphazardly, it&#39;s often because the cut doesn&#39;t follow your hair&#39;s natural movement. The lack of structure creates this volume that&#39;s difficult to tame, even with the best styling products. A well-suited cut should, on the contrary, work with the hair, not against it, to enhance your hair every day.<\/p>\n<h2> 2. Strands of hair that stick out despite all your efforts<\/h2>\n<p> You brush your hair, apply serums and treatments, and yet some strands just refuse to stay in place? The hairdresser points out a common mistake: cutting wet hair. Water temporarily stretches the hair fiber, distorting the natural shape of curls or waves. Once dry, the hair regains its authentic movement, which can give the impression of a &quot;botched&quot; cut. Understanding this dynamic allows you to better choose a style that complements your texture rather than clashing with it.<\/p>\n<h2> 3. A persistent mousse-like texture<\/h2>\n<p> Even after using smoothing shampoos and anti-frizz treatments, does your hair still look puffy or frizzy? This often indicates that your haircut doesn&#39;t respect your hair&#39;s natural texture. Christophe Nicolas Biot emphasizes that it&#39;s not about correcting your texture, but about choosing a cut that complements it. A good cut should create a balance between shape and natural movement, allowing your hair to fully express itself without you having to constantly flatten or straighten it. <\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"tiktok-embed\" style=\"max-width: 605px; min-width: 325px;\" cite=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/@christophenicolasbiot\/video\/7576338324739214595\" data-video-id=\"7576338324739214595\">\n<section> <a title=\"@christophenicolasbiot\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/@christophenicolasbiot?refer=embed\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">@christophenicolasbiot<\/a> You have the wrong cut. \u274c If your hair is puffy, frizzy, or sticks out despite all your care, the problem might not be its nature\u2026 but its cut. The mistake often comes from cutting wet hair. Water relaxes the hair fiber, distorts the movement, and masks the true texture. Once dry, hair never falls as it should. A dry cut reveals the truth of your hair. It respects the natural movement, follows the actual volume, and structures without breakage. \u2702\ufe0f At Christophe Nicolas Biot, each dry cut is done strand by strand, with scissors, on living hair. And always finished with a plant-based gloss treatment that sets the shape and seals the cuticles. Subscribe to better understand your hair and reveal its beauty without transforming it. \u2728 <a title=\"hair\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/tag\/cheveux?refer=embed\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">#hair<\/a> <a title=\"haircare\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/tag\/soincheveux?refer=embed\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">#haircare<\/a> <a title=\"haircare\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/tag\/haircare?refer=embed\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">#hairstylist<\/a> <a title=\"hairdresser\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/tag\/coiffeur?refer=embed\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">#haircut<\/a> <a title=\"haircut\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/tag\/coupedescheveux?refer=embed\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u266c<\/a> <a title=\"\u266c original sound - Christophe Nicolas Biot\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/music\/son-original-7576338312782564118?refer=embed\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Original sound - Christophe Nicolas Biot<\/a><\/section>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><script async src=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/embed.js\"><\/script><\/p>\n<h2> 4. The constant need to smooth or flatten<\/h2>\n<p> If you spend your time straightening your hair or slicking back your locks to achieve the desired look, it might be a sign that the cut isn&#39;t right for you. The expert notes that many people try to &quot;camouflage&quot; a cut that doesn&#39;t suit their natural waves. However, your hair deserves to be appreciated just as it is. The shape imposed by an unsuitable style ends up clashing with your texture, instead of enhancing it.<\/p>\n<h2> The proposed solution: dry cutting\u2026 but above all, your judgment<\/h2>\n<p> Faced with these signs, Christophe Nicolas Biot recommends dry cutting, a technique that follows the natural movement of the hair and structures the shape without flattening the texture. This approach allows for a harmonious and easy-to-style result, while respecting the nature of your hair.<\/p>\n<p>Above all, the best advice remains simple: the only person who can truly decide if a haircut suits you is you. Hair is a canvas for personal expression, and there are no universal rules. Whether you love your unruly curls, your frizzy locks, or your sleek lengths, your choice should first and foremost please you. Trends and expert opinions can guide you, but your satisfaction remains the ultimate standard. After all, your hair is yours: have fun, experiment, and embrace what makes you happy.<\/p>\n<p>In short, rather than focusing on what your haircut &quot;should&quot; be according to standards or external opinions, simply observe what works for you. If you feel good in your hair, whether it&#39;s curly, straight, frizzy, or unruly, then it suits you perfectly.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"You leave the salon with impeccable hair, and yet, a few hours later, the mirror seems to be...","protected":false},"author":8375,"featured_media":432068,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"disable_msn":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[5719],"tags":[97833,97240,97311],"class_list":["post-432066","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","category-coiffure","tag-actu","tag-cheveux","tag-conseils"],"image":{"medium":["https:\/\/www.ma-grande-taille.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Engin-Akyurt-_-Pexels-200x113.jpg",200,113,true],"large":["https:\/\/www.ma-grande-taille.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Engin-Akyurt-_-Pexels-500x281.jpg",500,281,true]},"custom":{"td_video":"","featured_image":"https:\/\/www.ma-grande-taille.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Engin-Akyurt-_-Pexels.jpg","author":{"name":"Fabienne Baure","avatar":"https:\/\/www.ma-grande-taille.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/fabienne_baure-96x96.jpg"},"categories":[{"term_id":5719,"name":"Hair","slug":"coiffure","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":5887,"taxonomy":"category","description":"<p>The Hair section of The Body Optimist brings together haircut, color and styling ideas, plus hair care advice for every type of hair: fine, thick, straight, curly, coily, color-treated or gray. Our guiding principle: choose what feels like you and makes your life easier, with no age rules and no body-type rules.<\/p>\n<h2>What you\u2019ll find in the Hair section<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Haircuts<\/strong>: bobs, lobs, pixie cuts, layers and curtain bangs, with pointers based on face shape and hair thickness, plus <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ma-grande-taille.com\/en\/beaute\/coiffure\/haircuts-require-less-maintenance-445839\">low-maintenance haircuts<\/a> for busy mornings.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Hair color<\/strong>: balayage, highlights, plant-based dyes and glosses to brighten, refresh or soften a shade, and how to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ma-grande-taille.com\/en\/beaute\/coiffure\/choose-hair-color-according-to-your-skin-tone-secret-glow-434322\">pick a color that flatters your skin tone<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Gray and silver hair<\/strong>: going gray without dye and the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ma-grande-taille.com\/en\/beaute\/coiffure\/perfect-shade-of-highlights-to-enhance-grey-hair-428160\">highlight shade that makes gray hair glow<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Textured hair<\/strong>: defining curls, moisturizing your lengths and a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ma-grande-taille.com\/en\/beaute\/coiffure\/a-simple-hair-accessory-could-help-curls-stay-well-defined-446448\">simple accessory that keeps curls defined<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Hair care<\/strong>: washing, drying, heat protection, volume and repairing damaged ends.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Updos and braids<\/strong>: easy styles for special occasions, such as these <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ma-grande-taille.com\/en\/beaute\/coiffure\/wedding-hairstyle-for-long-hair-440386\">wedding hairstyles for long hair<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>How do you choose a haircut that suits you?<\/h2>\n<p>A great haircut starts with your hair type, even before your face shape. A sharp, blunt bob makes fine hair look thicker, while layers take weight out of thick hair. Curly and coily hair benefits from being cut dry, curl by curl, to account for shrinkage as it dries. Think about your real routine too: bangs need regular trims, and a very structured cut needs daily styling. At the salon, bring photos of looks you love.<\/p>\n<h2>How do you care for curly, kinky and coily hair?<\/h2>\n<p>Curly to coily hair is often drier than straight hair, because the scalp\u2019s natural oils travel less easily down a spiral-shaped strand. A few habits make a big difference:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>space out shampoos, choose gentle formulas and alternate with co-washing (washing with conditioner) if needed;<\/li>\n<li>detangle wet hair saturated with conditioner, using your fingers or a wide-tooth comb, working from ends to roots;<\/li>\n<li>layer your moisture, for example with the LOC method (leave-in, oil, cream);<\/li>\n<li>sleep in a satin bonnet or on a satin pillowcase, and avoid tight hairstyles.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Our approach<\/h2>\n<p>For our editorial team, no haircut is off-limits after a certain age and no style is reserved for one body type. Our face-shape pointers are there to highlight your features, never to lay down rules. Gray hair is a color in its own right, and coily hair doesn\u2019t need to be straightened.<\/p>\n<h2>Our articles to get you started<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ma-grande-taille.com\/en\/beaute\/coiffure\/hairstyles-for-fine-hair-give-more-volume-441217\">Hairstyles for fine hair<\/a>: ideas for more volume without a complicated blowout.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ma-grande-taille.com\/en\/beaute\/coiffure\/according-to-hairdressers-signs-prove-that-a-haircut-doesnt-suit-you-432066\">Signs your haircut isn\u2019t working for you<\/a>: what a hairdresser looks for, and when to change.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ma-grande-taille.com\/en\/beaute\/conseils-astuces\/how-to-protect-hair-from-heat-from-straighteners-and-curling-irons-446819\">Protecting your hair from flat irons and curling irons<\/a>: the habits that limit heat damage.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ma-grande-taille.com\/en\/beaute\/conseils-astuces\/what-type-of-brush-should-i-choose-for-a-successful-blow-dry-446816\">Choosing the right brush for a blowout<\/a>: which shape and bristles suit your hair and the result you want.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Frequently asked questions<\/h2>\n<h3>What haircut is best for a round face?<\/h3>\n<p>A round face is flattered by vertical lines and lengths that fall below the chin: an angled bob, a long bob (lob), layered shoulder-length hair or a side part. Long, wispy or curtain bangs work better than thick, blunt bangs. Short cuts are still an option, with volume on top rather than at the sides.<\/p>\n<h3>How do you go gray without a harsh regrowth line?<\/h3>\n<p>Highlights or a light balayage blend regrowth into color-treated lengths, a shorter cut removes the old color faster, and a gloss softens the contrast for a few weeks. Once the transition is complete, an occasional purple shampoo neutralizes yellow tones in white and gray hair.<\/p>\n<h3>How often should you wash your hair?<\/h3>\n<p>There\u2019s no universal rule: it depends on your scalp and your hair texture. Fine hair or a scalp that gets oily quickly can be washed very often with a gentle shampoo. Curly, kinky and coily hair usually does better with less frequent washing, often once a week. The comfort of your scalp is the best guide.<\/p>\n<p>Keep exploring: browse the whole <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ma-grande-taille.com\/en\/beaute\">Beauty<\/a> section, our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ma-grande-taille.com\/en\/beaute\/soins\">face and body care routines<\/a> and our everyday <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ma-grande-taille.com\/en\/beaute\/conseils-astuces\">beauty tips and tricks<\/a>.<\/p>","parent":6141,"count":441,"filter":"raw","cat_ID":5719,"category_count":441,"category_description":"<p>The Hair section of The Body Optimist brings together haircut, color and styling ideas, plus hair care advice for every type of hair: fine, thick, straight, curly, coily, color-treated or gray. Our guiding principle: choose what feels like you and makes your life easier, with no age rules and no body-type rules.<\/p>\n<h2>What you\u2019ll find in the Hair section<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Haircuts<\/strong>: bobs, lobs, pixie cuts, layers and curtain bangs, with pointers based on face shape and hair thickness, plus <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ma-grande-taille.com\/en\/beaute\/coiffure\/haircuts-require-less-maintenance-445839\">low-maintenance haircuts<\/a> for busy mornings.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Hair color<\/strong>: balayage, highlights, plant-based dyes and glosses to brighten, refresh or soften a shade, and how to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ma-grande-taille.com\/en\/beaute\/coiffure\/choose-hair-color-according-to-your-skin-tone-secret-glow-434322\">pick a color that flatters your skin tone<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Gray and silver hair<\/strong>: going gray without dye and the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ma-grande-taille.com\/en\/beaute\/coiffure\/perfect-shade-of-highlights-to-enhance-grey-hair-428160\">highlight shade that makes gray hair glow<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Textured hair<\/strong>: defining curls, moisturizing your lengths and a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ma-grande-taille.com\/en\/beaute\/coiffure\/a-simple-hair-accessory-could-help-curls-stay-well-defined-446448\">simple accessory that keeps curls defined<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Hair care<\/strong>: washing, drying, heat protection, volume and repairing damaged ends.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Updos and braids<\/strong>: easy styles for special occasions, such as these <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ma-grande-taille.com\/en\/beaute\/coiffure\/wedding-hairstyle-for-long-hair-440386\">wedding hairstyles for long hair<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>How do you choose a haircut that suits you?<\/h2>\n<p>A great haircut starts with your hair type, even before your face shape. A sharp, blunt bob makes fine hair look thicker, while layers take weight out of thick hair. Curly and coily hair benefits from being cut dry, curl by curl, to account for shrinkage as it dries. Think about your real routine too: bangs need regular trims, and a very structured cut needs daily styling. At the salon, bring photos of looks you love.<\/p>\n<h2>How do you care for curly, kinky and coily hair?<\/h2>\n<p>Curly to coily hair is often drier than straight hair, because the scalp\u2019s natural oils travel less easily down a spiral-shaped strand. A few habits make a big difference:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>space out shampoos, choose gentle formulas and alternate with co-washing (washing with conditioner) if needed;<\/li>\n<li>detangle wet hair saturated with conditioner, using your fingers or a wide-tooth comb, working from ends to roots;<\/li>\n<li>layer your moisture, for example with the LOC method (leave-in, oil, cream);<\/li>\n<li>sleep in a satin bonnet or on a satin pillowcase, and avoid tight hairstyles.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Our approach<\/h2>\n<p>For our editorial team, no haircut is off-limits after a certain age and no style is reserved for one body type. Our face-shape pointers are there to highlight your features, never to lay down rules. Gray hair is a color in its own right, and coily hair doesn\u2019t need to be straightened.<\/p>\n<h2>Our articles to get you started<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ma-grande-taille.com\/en\/beaute\/coiffure\/hairstyles-for-fine-hair-give-more-volume-441217\">Hairstyles for fine hair<\/a>: ideas for more volume without a complicated blowout.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ma-grande-taille.com\/en\/beaute\/coiffure\/according-to-hairdressers-signs-prove-that-a-haircut-doesnt-suit-you-432066\">Signs your haircut isn\u2019t working for you<\/a>: what a hairdresser looks for, and when to change.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ma-grande-taille.com\/en\/beaute\/conseils-astuces\/how-to-protect-hair-from-heat-from-straighteners-and-curling-irons-446819\">Protecting your hair from flat irons and curling irons<\/a>: the habits that limit heat damage.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ma-grande-taille.com\/en\/beaute\/conseils-astuces\/what-type-of-brush-should-i-choose-for-a-successful-blow-dry-446816\">Choosing the right brush for a blowout<\/a>: which shape and bristles suit your hair and the result you want.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Frequently asked questions<\/h2>\n<h3>What haircut is best for a round face?<\/h3>\n<p>A round face is flattered by vertical lines and lengths that fall below the chin: an angled bob, a long bob (lob), layered shoulder-length hair or a side part. Long, wispy or curtain bangs work better than thick, blunt bangs. Short cuts are still an option, with volume on top rather than at the sides.<\/p>\n<h3>How do you go gray without a harsh regrowth line?<\/h3>\n<p>Highlights or a light balayage blend regrowth into color-treated lengths, a shorter cut removes the old color faster, and a gloss softens the contrast for a few weeks. Once the transition is complete, an occasional purple shampoo neutralizes yellow tones in white and gray hair.<\/p>\n<h3>How often should you wash your hair?<\/h3>\n<p>There\u2019s no universal rule: it depends on your scalp and your hair texture. Fine hair or a scalp that gets oily quickly can be washed very often with a gentle shampoo. Curly, kinky and coily hair usually does better with less frequent washing, often once a week. The comfort of your scalp is the best guide.<\/p>\n<p>Keep exploring: browse the whole <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ma-grande-taille.com\/en\/beaute\">Beauty<\/a> section, our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ma-grande-taille.com\/en\/beaute\/soins\">face and body care routines<\/a> and our everyday <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ma-grande-taille.com\/en\/beaute\/conseils-astuces\">beauty tips and tricks<\/a>.<\/p>","cat_name":"Hair","category_nicename":"coiffure","category_parent":6141}]},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.ma-grande-taille.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/432066","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.ma-grande-taille.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.ma-grande-taille.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.ma-grande-taille.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/8375"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.ma-grande-taille.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=432066"}],"version-history":[{"count":5,"href":"https:\/\/www.ma-grande-taille.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/432066\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":432181,"href":"https:\/\/www.ma-grande-taille.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/432066\/revisions\/432181"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.ma-grande-taille.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/432068"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.ma-grande-taille.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=432066"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.ma-grande-taille.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=432066"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.ma-grande-taille.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=432066"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}