Why Face Shape Is a Key Factor in Picking Hairstyles Part 2

In the previous blog, we explored the role face shapes play when it comes to hairstyles. There are six basic face shapes-round, oval, square, long, heart, and diamond. Some cuts and styles are better for some shapes than others.

Now, let's look into more key information it comes to hair styles based on face shapes.

A Cut For All

Amidst all the hairstyles out there, there's one that's generally known as a "universal" or "perfect" haircut. That's because no matter what hair texture and face shape it's used on, it fits just fine. It falls between a person's shoulders and chin nicely. 

It applies whether air-dried, blow-dried straight, curled, straight or wavy hair is involved.

Bangs

Fringe can make a simple haircut look more interesting. It can take years off a face, and it brings attention to the eyes. It also highlights the face’s best features, like cheekbones and lips. Bangs work well on most face shapes.

People with super wavy or curly hair are usually dissuaded from getting bangs. This is largely due to hair texture, though, instead of face shapes. That said, it's not impossible for bangs to work out somehow. Talking to a stylist will certainly help in making things happen.

These are particularly helpful for square face shapes. A tousled bob, for example, will go a long way since it takes the focus away from the squareness and redirects it to layers. 

Confidence Will Go A Long Way

Bob haircuts can look great on all face shapes, as can shoulder-length haircuts and bangs. Long hair can look good on most face shapes, and even pixie cuts are flattering for many face shapes. All cuts will have certain factors that will look good on you one way or another.

Is there a cut you want that, according to beauty industry "rules," won't suit you? Talk to your stylist about it! That way, a style can be found in the cut you want that you're best-suited for.

Length and Height for Round Face Shapes

A round face can have a vibrant look but is often desired to appear thinner or longer. Women with round faces often want to change one or all of these aspects.

It's Important To Take Feelings Into Account

Styling your hair based on face shape is really just a suggestion. The important thing to remember is to feel confident about what you've done. The last thing you want to do is cut your hair and feel like a stranger in the mirror. It's valid to get a haircut that's not within the "rules" related to face shapes. 

The beauty industry's standards are not absolute laws. Get the haircut that makes you feel good, even if it doesn't necessarily meet certain rules or standards.

Conclusion

There's an ideal hairstyle or two for particular face shapes. A good rule of thumb is to figure out what one's face shape is, which was covered during the first part of this series. Bangs tend to be an ideal choice, alongside confidence.

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