Heart face guide
Best Hairstyles for Heart Faces (Women)
The best hairstyles for heart faces are side-swept bangs, chin-length bob, lob with ends flipped out. Keep the top sleek and put the volume at chin level.
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The best hairstyles for heart faces
Side-swept bangs
Cover part of a wide forehead and add diagonal lines.
Chin-length bob
Adds volume exactly where the face narrows.
Lob with ends flipped out
Width at the jaw balances the forehead.
Long layers starting at the chin
Fullness at and below the jaw fills the lower face.
Curtain bangs
Soften the forehead and frame the cheekbones.
Deep side part
Breaks up forehead width.
Hairstyles to avoid
- Volume at the crown or temples.
- Slicked-back styles that expose the full forehead.
- Short, choppy layers at the top.
The rule of thumb
Keep the top sleek and put the volume at chin level.
Inspiration: look at how Reese Witherspoon, Scarlett Johansson, Taylor Swift wear their hair.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best haircut for a heart face?
Side-swept bangs. Cover part of a wide forehead and add diagonal lines.
What hairstyles should I avoid with a heart face?
Volume at the crown or temples. Slicked-back styles that expose the full forehead. Short, choppy layers at the top.