Choosing the Right Hair Style for Your Face Shape
Posted on August 24, 2008
Filed Under Beauty, Hair Care
Most people simply find a hairstyle that they like and go get their hair cut. Then they find out that a hairstyle that they loved on someone else just doesn’t look right on them. Part of the reason is because you have a different type, but what you might not even think about is that you have a different face shape as well.
Some hairstyles are just better suited for certain shapes of faces and there are seven different shapes. Before choosing a hairstyle you need to figure out if you have an oval, round, square, heart, diamond, oblong or triangular shaped face! While there are exceptions to the hairstyles suitable for different face shapes, there are guidelines to give you an idea to start with.
If you have an oval shaped face you can wear almost any hairstyle. But, experts do suggest that you stay away from full bangs and try to keep your hair out of your face. Other than that you can go for straight, curly, wavy and any length from short to super long.
People with round faces should avoid curls or fringed edges. Getting a chin length or short cut will add a little lift to the look of your face. Avoid straight bangs, curl them if you have to and wear them over to one side for the best look.
A nice layered hairstyle will greatly reduce the rigid jawline of a square face. For definition go for a wavy or curly style and opt for a shoulder length cut. Try parting your hair on the side instead of in the center and sweep it to the side to create a angle balance.
A diamond shaped face is one that is wider at the cheeks, and both the jawline and narrow forehead are about the same width. You can create the look of a oval shape by choosing a cut that will add width to the top of your head and avoid having hair that lays around your face.
A bob that is at chin length is perfect for a heart shaped face. It will give you balance by adding fullness toward the chin where you need it. But, any hairstyle that adds shape to the bottom of your face will usually look great.
Long chins and a high forehead signal an oblong shape. You need a cut that will add both volume and width to the side of your face. Don’t wear your hair down in your face, pulling it back at a level with your ears can create
the balance of wideness you need for the forehead.
Disguising a wide chin is the goal for a triangular shaped face. Short hairstyles work best to create a wider
look to the forehead. And, parting your hair off to the side slightly will also add more balance to the shape of
your face.
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