[ID Photo Hairstyle] Hair After Makeup—The Final Touch to Complete Your Impression
Mastering the ID Photo Hairstyle
Hair After Makeup—The Final Touch to Complete Your Impression
## **Hairstyle Determines Your ID Photo**
Hello! This is a researcher from the beauty department at Monkos.ai. ^^
Following the previous post, if makeup enhances the perfection of your face, your hairstyle creates the framework for your overall impression.
No matter how well you do your makeup, if your hair is not neat, the perfection of the photo is halved.
Especially for ID photos, where your entire face and part of your upper body are close-up, the silhouette and neatness of your hair directly translate into your first impression.
Today, we've compiled the best hairstyles for job seekers and various situations, along with self-preparation tips.
Female Job Seekers—Short vs. Long Hair, Which is More Advantageous?
Short Hair (Jawline ~ Shoulder Line)
Short hair is the most stable choice for ID photos.
Because it clearly reveals the contours of your face and gives a neat impression, it is especially advantageous when applying to public institutions, financial companies, and conservative industries.
I especially recommend it for those who are uncomfortable with completely tying their hair back to show their entire forehead with a part.
When I had a job interview, I was uncomfortable with an updo, so I cut my hair short and got the job.
However, you should be aware that you should not cover your forehead.
• If you have bangs, trim them to a length where your eyebrows are slightly visible.
• Curling the hair inward overall to add volume has the effect of making your face look smaller.
• A style that tucks behind the ears emphasizes skin tone and neckline, giving a sophisticated feel.
| POINT | Short hair gives a more trustworthy impression when the forehead and ears are naturally revealed. |
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Long Hair (Below the Shoulders)
Long hair gives a feminine and soft impression. However, if the hair covers the face or disrupts the photo frame, it can be a disadvantage, so be careful with styling.
(Here are some styling examples for job application photos for reference.)
• When taking a photo, sweep your hair to one side or gather it back to reveal your entire face.
• A half-updo gives a natural yet neat feel, making it suitable for creative fields.
• In the photo, gather and arrange your hair so that the ends are not messy.
| POINT | The key to long hair is 'neatness.' A style where the hair flows in one direction looks the most stable in photos. |
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Male Job Seekers—Neatness is Competitiveness
For men's ID photos, 'cleanliness' is the top priority for hair.
A neat and natural style, rather than an overly individualistic style, gives a positive impression to interviewers.
• The ideal length for bangs is one that reveals the forehead or goes above the eyebrows.
• Neatly trim the side hair so that it does not cover the ears.
• If using wax or gel to fix the hair, avoid excessive shine and use matte products.
• On the day of the shoot, wash your hair and dry it halfway, then use a dryer to set the direction to create natural volume.
| POINT | The goal for men's hair is 'natural neatness that doesn't look too styled.' We recommend taking a test selfie in natural light. |
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Hair Checklist Before Self-Photography
Before taking a self-ID photo at home with MONKOS.AI, check the checklist below.
• Are your forehead and eyebrows not covered by hair?
• Does your side hair not cover the contours of your face?
• Is your back hair not frizzy?
• Is the overall silhouette close to bilateral symmetry?
• Does the excessive shine of hair products not reflect in the light?