Ever walked out of the salon with a trendy haircut only to realise it doesn’t look quite right on you? You’re not alone. The secret behind a truly flattering hairstyle isn’t just in the trends, it’s in your face shape. Award-winning hairdresser Jim Shaw sheds light on the best hairstyles for different face shapes.
When it comes to the perfect hairstyle, one size definitely doesn’t fit all. Your face shape plays a crucial role in determining which cuts, layers, and textures complement your features best. Whether you have a round face, an oval silhouette, or a heart-shaped jawline, understanding your face shape is the first step toward unlocking hairstyles that flatter and enhance your natural beauty.
Here’s what Jim Shaw has to say about the best hairstyles for different face shapes:
Round faces
“Round faces often lack definition, adding sharpness and dimension with the hair will help elevate your look. Opting for haircuts with more length on the top will help elongate your face and help add some volume. Quiffs are a great option, as well as a side parting with the hair parted to one side of the head, which instantly adds length to the face.”
Diamond faces
“Diamond faces are a little wider at the sides and narrower at the chin. Therefore, adding some roundness will make the face appear a lot more oval. With this face shape, you want to add a little bit of height but not too much. The textured crop is a great style for this face shape. Adding texture on the top gives much more dimension to the hair, therefore looking fuller without elongating the face.”
Heart faces
“People with heart-shaped faces often have a natural widow’s peak. Therefore, slicking the hair back will only accentuate this more. Keeping the hair light and airy will embrace texture and work best for this shape. With the cheeks being wider, keeping it shorter at the sides will help keep the face looking narrow, with more height on the top. I also advise sporting a light stubble with this face shape, nothing too wild that will emphasise the chin.”
Oblong faces
“Oblong faces often have stronger jawlines than others, making their faces extremely symmetrical. A buzz cut is great for anyone with an oblong face, little length on the top, and softness helps create a more rounded look to the face. Having equal length on both sides and the tops helps balance this out well. Goatee beards work amazingly for this face shape, as a full beard will only widen out the jaw.”
Triangular faces
“As this face shape is extremely sharp, using the hair to soften the features works well. Longer hair looks amazing, as well as, adding a fringe helps to de-emphasise the chin and jaw. Clean shaven works best for this look to show off the angular features.”
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