The right haircut does more than just refresh your look—it highlights your best features and complements your natural shape. While hair texture and personal style are important, your face shape is a key factor in choosing a cut that flatters you. The right cut can highlight your best features, frame your face beautifully, and make styling easier.
Whether your face is round, oval, square, heart-shaped, or diamond-shaped, here’s how to find a style that works for you.
Round Face
For round faces, haircuts that add height and angles work best. Longer styles with layers help elongate the face, while an angled bob or lob adds definition. A deep side part or side-swept bangs can also break up the roundness. However, blunt chin-length cuts and thick, straight-across bangs tend to emphasize fullness rather than balance it.
Oval Face
Oval faces are naturally proportional, meaning most styles work well. A sleek blunt bob accentuates your cheekbones, while soft layers or waves add movement. Curtain bangs frame the face beautifully without overwhelming the features. The only thing to avoid? Overly heavy styles that cover too much of the face, hiding its natural symmetry.
Square Face
A square face has a defined jawline and broad forehead, so a softer cut can balance the look. Long, layered styles help create movement, while side parts and wispy bangs add a touch of softness. Shoulder-length waves are a great choice to break up sharp angles, whereas one-length, blunt cuts can make the jawline appear even more pronounced.
Heart Face
With a wider forehead and a narrower chin, heart-shaped faces benefit from styles that add fullness to the lower part of the face. A chin-length bob or lob works well, as do soft layers or wavy styles. Side-swept bangs can help minimize forehead width. Avoid adding too much volume at the crown, as it can exaggerate the top-heavy effect.
Diamond Face
Diamond-shaped faces have high cheekbones with a narrow forehead and jawline. Chin-length or shoulder-length styles add width where needed, while side-swept or curtain bangs soften the upper face. Layered cuts that bring fullness around the jawline help create balance. However, super short cuts that expose too much forehead can make the face appear longer than it is.
Bringing It All Together
Beyond face shape, you must also consider your lifestyle, hair texture, and personal style when choosing a haircut. If you have thick, curly hair, a layered cut can help reduce bulk while maintaining definition. Fine hair benefits from precision cuts that add volume and structure. If you prefer a low-maintenance routine, a wash-and-go style with minimal styling needs might be the best fit.
Your stylist can help you navigate these decisions. A consultation before the haircut can determine the best length, layering, and styling techniques that work for your specific hair type. Bringing inspiration photos can also be helpful, but remember to stay open to expert recommendations. Sometimes, a slight tweak to your idea can make all the difference in how well the cut suits you.
Still not sure which haircut suits you best? At Splash Salon Aveda, our expert stylists specialize in personalized cuts tailored to your unique features. Contact us today to book your next appointment!