Hairstyles for Your Face Shape
Written with barber Simon
SUMMARY
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Different face shapes benefit from different hairstyles to enhance or balance your natural features.
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Height, volume and shape influence proportions and create a more harmonious appearance.
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Choosing the right styling products strengthens the effect of your hairstyle and improves all-day hold.
Just as you would dress according to your body shape, choosing a hairstyle that matches your face shape will highlight your natural features. Here is how to find the styles that work best for you.
Oval
An oval face is characterised by a broad forehead and rounded cheeks and jawline. Thanks to the balanced proportions, you can wear most hairstyles. However, avoid long fringes hanging down the sides of the face.
Square
If you have a square face shape, your jawline and forehead are clearly defined, giving a masculine impression. Although most styles will suit you, softer hairstyles with waves or curls help balance the sharp angles. Avoid harsh lines or bangs that accentuate the square shape.
Heart-Shaped
A heart-shaped face is broader at the top, while the jaw and chin are narrower. Add volume to the lower part of the face for balance. Longer hair suits you well. Short, slicked-back styles add height at the top, which is best avoided. Maria Nila Styling Mousse adds volume and structure, helping longer hair appear fuller. Apply to towel-dried hair for best results.
Triangular
The triangular face shape is the opposite of the heart shape — the forehead is narrower while the jaw area is wider. Aim for volume on top while keeping the sides shorter. Volumising products help maintain height throughout the day.
Round
A round face is about as wide as it is tall and therefore looks best with hairstyles that add height and create length. Avoid hair falling into the face and keep the sides short. Bangs tend to emphasise roundness.
When working with height, you need products with hold. Hard Wax from Lernberger Stafsing keeps the hair in place all day. Finish with a hairspray.
