Every woman knows: to change quickly and effectively, it is enough to change your haircut or hair color. Often we are guided, first of all, by our own taste and fashion trends, without paying due attention to the shape of our face.
Each face has its own shape, which gives us individuality. Conventionally, several types of faces are distinguished, so hairdressers advise to consider the shape and circumference of the face when choosing a haircut in the first place. After all, a well-chosen hairstyle can hide flaws and make the image harmonious. Conversely, a hairstyle that is not suitable for a specific face shape can spoil the image of even the most pretty woman.
So, how do you determine your profile shape and what haircut to choose accordingly?
The easiest way is to stand in front of a mirror and look at the shape of your face to understand what type of face you have. If you are having a hard time deciding on this issue, there are two simple ways that will help you determine this issue more objectively.
Face shape test
Test 1. You will need a regular ruler, a ballpoint pen and paper. It is worth measuring the width and then the length of your face. If the indicators are approximately equal, then your face resembles a circle, oval or diamond.
Test 2. This test is a little more difficult to perform, but its results are more objective. You will need an eyebrow or eyelash pencil and a large mirror. Stand or sit in front of the mirror. You need to comb your hair back so that it does not cover the contours of your face. At the same time, your ears should not be included in the overall scheme. Use a pencil to trace the reflection in the mirror. Step back a few steps and evaluate the shape of the resulting figure.
Types of face shapes
- Oval – the most common face shape, resembles an oval.
- Round – voluminous cheeks and neck, length and width are approximately equal, chin is wide and rounded.
- Rectangular – a type of long face, the chin and cheekbones are convex, but approximately equal in size, the forehead is wide.
- Square – the cheekbones are strongly pronounced, the chin is massive.
- Triangular – the forehead is high and oblong, and the chin is thin and pointed.
- Pear-shaped – resembles an inverted triangle, the cheekbones are narrow, and the chin line is oval and wide.
- Diamond-shaped – generally resembles an oval shape, but the face is more elongated and pointed at the hairline and chin.
The three most common shapes are round, square, and oval.
Oval face type
Owners of an oval face type have a slightly elongated face, the length of the face is slightly longer than the width due to a high forehead or an elongated chin. This type does not have very pronounced angles, the cheekbones usually stand out well. According to many stylists, this is the ideal face shape and it is easiest for women with an oval face to choose a hairstyle, they go with almost everything: different types of partings, an open forehead and bangs, straight and cascading haircuts.
Haircuts can be any length and any color. Depending on age, women can opt for a conservative bob or an extravagant pixie, a traditional hair structure or original asymmetry.
An oval face is like something created for bold experiments, it is very difficult to spoil such an appearance with a haircut, if, of course, it was done by a professional master. The choice of hairstyle in this case depends more on the type of hair and its thickness. If the hair is soft and thin, you should give preference to graduated haircuts, which creates additional volume and adds additional splendor. A bob, a cascade, a “ladder” - there are a lot of options. But girls with thick and elastic curls can easily afford almost any, the most intricate styling: lush, flowing curls, naughty curls, romantic waves.
However, there is an opinion that long, straight hair (especially tied in a ponytail) is not very suitable for an oval face.
Round face type
In the case when the size of the cheekbones is comparable to the size of the cheeks, and the chin is rather small and smooth, then your face has a circle shape. As a rule, it is difficult for women with this appearance to hide chubby cheeks and a wide forehead. Stylists advise women with this profile to abandon bangs, especially long ones, not to expose the ears, to prefer long haircuts rather than short ones, the contours of the haircut should visually expand from the roots to the tips, it is better to stop at options with an oblique or diagonal parting and you should not comb your hair back. If you take into account all these rules, then the following haircuts are more suitable for owners of a round face: short multi-level options, pixie, cascade, bob with elongated strands and an elongated bob. The desired length in this case is just below the chin, as a shorter, straight hairline will draw unwanted attention to the widest part of the face.
The main task of these haircuts is to correct the fullness of the face, hide chubby cheeks and visually stretch the shape of the head. It is worth abandoning bangs and hairstyles with an open face and hair combed back. If you still stopped at a short haircut, then it is best to give preference to a stepped or asymmetrical shape.
Rectangular face type
Women of this type most often have a large forehead, prominent cheekbones and a small chin. A perfectly selected hairstyle can visually bring the shape of such a face closer to an oval, smooth out the sharp corners of the cheekbones and chin. The main task of the haircut is to make the face softer and soften its features, emphasize the advantages and cover up all the flaws. Try to choose a haircut that will make the rectangle shorter and smooth out the sharp corners.
Not only the length of your hair plays a big role in this, but also its structure. Curls or tight curls will suit you - they will cope with the task better than straight strands.
It is better to refuse straight bangs, especially thick ones, as they will draw too much attention to a massive chin. A wide forehead can be “covered” with oblique bangs, but it is better to profile the ends, so the hair will look lighter. Choose an oblique, not a straight parting. The ideal length of the haircut is from the chin to the shoulders. As experience shows, very short strands do not suit this shape, do not get a “boyish” haircut.
Square face type
In women with a square face type, the length and width of the face are almost the same, while the cheekbones, jaw and forehead are very pronounced. The lower part of the face is heavy with a bulky chin and often a lowered forehead line - therefore, the main function of the haircut in this case is to remove excess heaviness and visually make the facial features more refined.
The best option for owners of a "square" face is light, airy hairstyles that make the face visually more fragile and elegant. Romantic curls, soft waves, graduated haircuts - all this will smooth out facial features, giving them femininity.
A high voluminous hairstyle is perfect, because this allows you to visually “stretch” your face, making it more elegant. Owners of a square face type can be recommended haircuts with a length below the chin line. A great choice would be a multi-layered haircut and long hair with long, multi-layered oblique bangs. Straight bangs and straightened strands are not suitable. You should also abandon ultra-short haircuts
Triangular face type
The triangular shape is characterized by a too wide upper part of the face and a narrow lower part. In this case, there is usually a sharp chin, a wide forehead and strongly pronounced cheekbones. This type of face is suitable for short and ultra-short haircuts, and soft curls or curly strands will help to adjust the chin line. For such types of appearance, the maximum volume of the hairstyle should be concentrated in the jaw area, but not the cheekbones.
If a girl has long and thick hair, it is better to cut it in layers. Suitable haircuts: garcon, cap, classic bob, elongated cascade, shortened bob. Regarding bob haircuts, this is the most popular hairstyle that allows you to look younger. For this result, you should not make the contour expressive, it is better to choose a graduated model. But it is better to refuse a short haircut with a voluminous top, smooth and straight hair combed back, hair length to the middle of the neck and hairstyles with a straight parting for women with a triangular face type.
Pear-shaped face type
The pear-shaped face shape is not very common. It is mainly characteristic of a male face, giving a man a strong-willed and masculine appearance. This type of face is distinguished by wide cheekbones and a chin that is wider than the temporal region. The task of the haircut is to visually bring the width of the face closer to the size of the chin, so hairstyles with a lush top or thick long bangs will be the most suitable. The haircut should not be too short - the ideal length is reaching the earlobes. Thick bangs can also visually change the proportions of this type of face. Asymmetrical haircuts are also not contraindicated.
Hairstyles for pear-shaped faces are not recommended to be slicked back. For the same reason, you should not cut your hair very short and make a center part.
For short hair, the best option would be a traditional bob or its elongated version. But, choosing this haircut, you should not get carried away with volumetric elements in the chin and cheekbones. The effect of a longer face will help to create elongated strands near the face. For medium-length hair, hairstyles with a deep side parting are ideal, it will smooth out a strongly defined chin line. Asymmetrical strands near the ears will be a good addition.
Diamond-shaped face type
With a diamond-shaped face, the cheekbones are pronounced, and the chin and upper part of the face are too narrow. This face shape is rare, and it differs from the oval only in a sharper chin and fuller cheeks. It is not difficult to hide these flaws, for this it is recommended to comb the hair forward, covering the cheeks, and not to give up bangs. However, it is not advisable to choose a hairstyle with short bangs.
For such a face, combed back hairstyles and a straight parting are not suitable. It is undesirable to make a combed back tail. The best option is an elongated bob, haircuts to the middle of the neck and the beginning of the shoulders. Long hair needs to be given additional volume at the ends. Curls and waves will look advantageous on them.
Hairstyle is an important step in creating your own perfect image. Knowing your type, you can easily use the advice of makeup artists and hairdressers to improve your appearance, emphasize your advantages and hide your flaws. There is no such thing as an ugly face, sometimes women just have a hard time choosing a haircut, so in this case it is better to ask an experienced hairdresser for advice. Be charming and let your face always be adorned with a happy smile!
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