Preparation

• If the young lady has not exactly taken perfect care of her hair, her tresses will be much more difficult to work with when it comes to styling. Dull, dry, lackluster hair will require more maintenance and preparation before coloring (if desired) and styling. Six months in advance, the hair should be trimmed so that it grows properly without split ends. The day before or the day of the quinceanera, her hair should be trimmed again. Apply store-bought hot oil treatments or opt to have her hair professionally treated in a salon at least three months in advance. If meeting with a beautician, make an appointment well in advance of the event in case her hair needs special attention.
  
  

Choosing a Style

• For an event as elegant as the quinceanera, a young lady should choose a hairstyle just as fancy. Quinceanera hairstyles are very similar to polished hairstyles typically worn at weddings and proms. Take into consideration that a tiara is likely to be placed on her head during the event, so choose a hairstyle accordingly. Also, during such a courtly event, her eyes should not be covered by hair.
  
  

Hairstyles for Round or Full Faces

• For young ladies with circular or square jawlines, hairstyles that elongate features are ideal. A high up-do with long, fluffy curls layered in the back allows your quince to achieve the appearance of a longer face. Large buns in the back complete with a few curls around the face help elongate her facial features.
  
  

Hairstyles for Long or Thin Faces

• Girls who have longer or thinner faces may opt for a half-up, half-down look complete with barrel curls or beach waves. The hair on top remains flatter than the back of the hair, as volume causes the face to appear even longer. Cornrows that end mid-scalp followed by flowing curls is an exquisite look that will not make the face look longer than it is.
  
  

Accessories and Extensions

• For a quinceanera, a young girl with shorter locks might prefer a longer look. With extensions, her dream look can be achieved. Some ladies choose to adorn their hair with stylish accessories such as feathers, flowers, studded clips or jewels. During the quinceanera, keep an "emergency hair kit" on hand to deal with any hair mishaps. The kit includes bobby pins, hairspray, a brush, a comb, an anti-frizz product and baby powder, which is used to absorb oil build-up caused by sweating.