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Flatter Your Features: The ultimate guide to choosing a haircut for your face shape

By 2nd May 2023May 7th, 2023Hair

Something that we all have to deal with from time to time – choosing the perfect haircut for our face shape.

As much as we might love a particular hairstyle or cut, not all are suitable for everyone. The right haircut can highlight your best features and balance out flaws, while the wrong one can make your face look unbalanced or emphasise unwanted features.

That’s why it’s so important to choose a haircut that flatters your face shape. In this article, I will guide you through the process of choosing the perfect haircut for your face shape.

First, you’ll need to determine your face shape. This can easily be done by measuring the widest part of your forehead, cheekbones, and jawline, as well as the length of your face from your hairline to your chin.

Once you know your face shape, it’s time to choose a haircut that flatters your best features. Here are some suggestions:

  • Round face shape: Add height and length to your hair with long layers, a side-swept fringe, or a side part. Avoid blunt cuts that end at the chin.
  • Oval face shape: You’re in luck, as most haircuts look great on an oval face shape. Choose a style that flatters your best features, such as a shoulder-length bob, long layers, or a blunt cut with a side part.
  • Square face shape: Soften the angles of a square face shape with a long bob with layers, a side-swept fringe, or a long shag with soft waves.
  • Heart face shape: Add width at the jawline and chin with a chin-length bob, long layers with a side part, or a textured lob with waves. Avoid blunt cuts that end at the chin.
  • Diamond face shape: Add width at the forehead and jawline with a textured pixie cut, a bob with layers, or a long shag with side-swept bangs.

Remember, it’s also essential to consider your hair texture and thickness, as well as your lifestyle and how much time you’re willing to spend styling your hair.

Choosing the perfect haircut for your face shape is an excellent opportunity to try something new and change your look. Don’t be afraid to experiment with different hairstyles and haircuts – your hair will always grow back.

I hope you found these tips helpful in choosing the perfect haircut for your face shape. Please get in touch with us if you have any questions or want to book a consultation.

Nik