Not only do your facial features and favorite nail polish color say you a few things about your personality, "your hairstyle can also reveal things about you," says Jean Haner, an expert in face reading and author of The Wisdom of Your Face. Based on her studies in 3,000-year-old face reading derived from Chinese medicine, Haner found some surprising personality traits that can be guessed based on tresses alone.
1. If you have red hair, chances are you're fun.
Even if it's dyed, redheads are usually fun-loving, hate to be bored, have a good sense of humor, and want to keep things light. They can also be fickle in relationships, because they like the infatuation stage of love. Conversely, they can be shy and afraid of rejection.
2. Having curly hair means you have a fun-loving, warm-hearted personality.
Women with curly hair are generous and tend do everything much faster than other people. They have a "fire personality," which includes traits like leadership, passion, insight, dynamism, aggression, intuition, reason, and expressiveness. They also have a hard time focusing on one thing for a long time, which is probably why they finish tasks a lot faster than most.
3. Those with thick, wavy hair are innovative and creative.
They also typically have high energy, strong will power, are deeply emotional, need a deep intense connection, and their feelings can be easily hurt. Wavy-haired people also need regular alone time, even though they might love you. Freedom is also really important to them, so monogamy is not always easy.
4. Having thick hair means you have strong willpower.
Much like having thick eyebrows, if your hair is thick, you probably tend to have a lot of energy and you have a very strong willpower. But, this can also mean you're stubborn. Having thick hair could also mean you have a lower sex drive. (Conversely, if you have thin hair, chances are you're delicate and you like to conserve energy.)
5. If you have straight hair that you always curl, it can mean you're craving more fun in your life.
Just like your body craves certain foods, curling your hair can satisfy a craving for life. In theory, by curling your hair it becomes instantly more interesting, which will help you attract more exciting experiences. You'll also broadcast a more positive, fun message to the world.
6. If you have curly hair that you constantly straighten, it might mean your life is too chaotic.
In Chinese medicine, all systems strive for balance, so there is an underlying desire in everyone to revert back to balance. By flat-ironing your hair, you're making it straight and therefore controlling its intensity and giving yourself a sense of calm.
7. If you have a medium-length, wash-and-go style, you're a good thinker and you value logic.
You also tend to be impatient and easily frustrated, so this style is perfect for its no muss, no fuss ease. This 'do is also very indicative of someone who values logic above anything else, so women with this hairstyle tend to be really good thinkers. They value common sense, they're goal-oriented, and some of them can be very competitive — they're very direct and just want to get things done.
8. Women who have long hair and a wash-and-go style are more in touch with their feelings.
They're also more romantic and more creative, and prefer to go with the flow.
9. If you have a super short, wash-and-go hairstyle, it likely means you don't want to fuss over things in life.
It also means you're usually less in touch with your feelings.
10. If your hairstyle is high maintenance, you might be self-critical or a drama queen.
If it takes you a lot of time to get ready in the morning, it can mean two things: One, you're very self-critical, anxious, and you worry about details too much, which is why you might spend hours on your tresses. Or two, you can be a drama queen who likes attention. By default you make your hairstyle stand out so you'll get noticed.
11. Women who don't spend a lot of time on their hair tend to put their own needs last.
If you rarely pull a brush through your hair, often throw your hair into a braid, or skip out on haircuts altogether, you tend to put others first.
12. If you've chosen to shave your head bald, chances are you're super romantic.
Being bald is a very positive thing in Chinese face reading. Having this style by choice, or not opting for a wig if your hair thins or you go bald naturally, means you have a huge heart, a willingness to love, and a sparkling personality. This hairstyle might also mean that you're looking for the next exciting romance, since you like the early stages of love.
13. You can expect someone with an unconventional haircut to be fun.
Women who choose to have an out-of-the-box haircut are generally more fun, compared to someone with a practical haircut, which is indicative of a person who just wants to get things done.
14. If you have a blunt cut, you're most likely someone who's to the point and a go-getter.
This person also values logic, sets goals, and is driven. They also want an easy-to-maintain hairstyle like a blunt cut that doesn't require much effort.
15. If a layered hairstyle is your go-to, you're probably a perfectionist.
A layered cut needs to be done just right so it looks its best. If you have layers, chances are you're a perfectionist about everything, including your locks.
16. If your hairline goes straight across, it's the sign of a rebel who will break the rules.
In Chinese face reading, the hairline is often referred to as the "Mother's Influence." So, if your mother believed in challenging the rules, chances are you'll have a straight hairline, which means you'll be a rebel and tend to challenge the rules, too. It's also a sign that making a positive change in the world is important to you.
17. Women with a rounded hairline are typically good girls.
If your "Mother's Influence" was stronger, you'll have a perfectly rounded hairline. You probably tend to follow the rules more and can be very well-mannered.
18. If you have a widow's peak, it's a sign of sex appeal and mysterious charm.
This trait is basically a magnet that pulls people toward you because of your charisma.
19. If you gravitate toward a polished, high ponytail, you're most likely goal-oriented.
You're also considered to be athletic and logical. Fancy a ponytail that isn't as polished? It's a sign that you tend to put other's needs first.