How to Choose a Haircut That Matches Your Face Shape

The right haircut will make you more attractive.

The right haircut will flatter your face shape, highlighting your best features while downplaying your less attractive ones. To choose the right haircut, you must first correctly identify your face shape. After this, all it takes is a little basic knowledge of facial aesthetics to find the perfect haircut. If you are unsure of your face shape or want assistance choosing a haircut, make an appointment with your hair dresser to get professional input.

Instructions

1. Determine whether or not you have an oval face shape. The oval face is one-and-a-half times long as it is wide and the widest part is just below eye level. Individuals with an oval face shape are very fortunate in that almost any style looks good on them, meaning that you can choose whatever haircut you want. Center parts are thought to look particularly attractive on oval faces.

2. Choose a haircut that will frame your face and soften the angles of your jaw if you have a square face. The square face has a pronounced jawline that is about as wide as the hairline. Square faces can look very angular and harsh, but the right haircut can mitigate this. Although any length can work, always opt for slightly shorter layers around the jawline. This will help make your face appear less square. Soft curls and waves add femininity and help to detract from the angularity of your forehead and jaw.

3. Ask yourself if you have a round face shape. The round face is as wide as it is long and is sometimes referred to as a "baby face." Round faces often lack definition, but the right haircut can elongate it and highlight your bone structure. Avoid short, curly or voluminous haircuts as they will only make your face seem more round. Choose a haircut that it is a least jaw length, with face framing layers and side swept bangs.

4. Opt for a haircut that will make your oblong face appear wider. An oblong face looks very similar to an oval, but is more narrow. Oblong faces can seem disproportionate or gaunt, but the right haircut will help it appear more full. To flatter your face shape, choose a haircut with blunt or side swept bangs and a deep side part. Voluminous, shoulder length hair is the most flattering for oblong faces, as it creates the illusion of width.

5. Ascertain whether you have a heart-shaped face. The heart-shaped face has a wide hairline and narrow jaw. Heart shaped faces often look "toppled," but the right haircut can add balance. Avoid short, slicked back haircuts and blunt bangs, as they will only make your forehead more prominent. Choose haircuts that are between jaw and shoulder length, with side swept bangs and voluminous layers framing the face. This will create the illusion of wider jaw while downplaying your forehead.

6. Find a haircut that will make your jaw appear narrower if you have a triangular face. The triangular face is characterized by a jawline that is wider than the forehead. Triangular faces can seem disproportionate or undefined, but the right haircut can add definition and balance. Avoid blunt, jaw length hairstyles and heavy bangs, as they will only make your jaw seem even wider. Instead, choose layered hairstyles that frame the face. In general, shorter hairstyles are more flattering, but longer styles can also work if they feature short layers that taper around the jaw.

Tips & Warnings

• Inquire another person to describe your face shape, because it is very difficult to decide the face shape by our eye.

• Discuss different haircuts which are suitable for your face shape with your hairdresser.

• You can see different hairstyle magazine for choosing best haircut.

• When choosing haircut, you can also verify your length and texture of hairs.

• Avoid bob haircut for long face shape.

References

• The Chic Fashionista: How to Determine Your Face Shape
• "Allure"; Find the Best Haircut for Your Face Shape; Abbie Kozolchyk
• "Marie Claire"; Get the Best Cut for Your Face Shape; 2008
• The Hair Styler; The Right Hairstyle for Your Heart Face Shape; 2009
• The Hair Styler; The Right Hairstyle for Your Triangular Face Shape; 2009

Resources

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