Diamond face guide

Best Hairstyles for Diamond Faces (Women)

The best hairstyles for diamond faces are side-swept or full bangs, chin-length bob, tucked-behind-the-ears lob. Put volume above and below the cheekbones, not at them.

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The best hairstyles for diamond faces

  1. Side-swept or full bangs

    Add width to a narrow forehead.

  2. Chin-length bob

    Adds fullness at a narrow jaw.

  3. Tucked-behind-the-ears lob

    Shows off cheekbones while adding width at the chin.

  4. Deep side part with waves

    Volume above and below the cheekbones.

  5. Textured pixie with a long fringe

    Width at the forehead, cheekbones on show.

Hairstyles to avoid

  • Volume at cheek level.
  • Severe center parts with flat hair at the temples.
  • Slicked-back high ponytails that narrow the forehead.

The rule of thumb

Put volume above and below the cheekbones, not at them.

Inspiration: look at how Jennifer Lopez, Halle Berry, Vanessa Hudgens wear their hair.

Frequently asked questions

What is the best haircut for a diamond face?

Side-swept or full bangs. Add width to a narrow forehead.

What hairstyles should I avoid with a diamond face?

Volume at cheek level. Severe center parts with flat hair at the temples. Slicked-back high ponytails that narrow the forehead.

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