Best Hairstyles for Round Faces (Women)
The best hairstyles for round faces are long layers below the chin, deep side part, long side-swept bangs. Look for anything that adds height on top or length below the chin, and keep the fullest part of the style away from the cheeks.
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The best hairstyles for round faces
Long layers below the chin
Length past the jaw stretches the face visually.
Deep side part
An off-center part creates asymmetry and diagonal lines that slim a round face.
Long side-swept bangs
Bangs angled across the forehead break up width.
Asymmetrical lob
A lob that's longer at the front draws the eye downward.
Volume at the crown
Height on top adds length to the overall silhouette.
Pixie with height
A pixie works if it's longer and textured on top instead of flat and round.
Soft waves starting below the cheekbones
Waves that start low keep width away from the cheeks.
Hairstyles to avoid
- Chin-length rounded bobs, which repeat the circle.
- Blunt, straight-across bangs that shorten the face.
- Volume at the sides near the cheeks.
The rule of thumb
Look for anything that adds height on top or length below the chin, and keep the fullest part of the style away from the cheeks.
Inspiration: look at how Selena Gomez, Ginnifer Goodwin, Kirsten Dunst wear their hair.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best haircut for a round face?
Long layers below the chin. Length past the jaw stretches the face visually.
What hairstyles should I avoid with a round face?
Chin-length rounded bobs, which repeat the circle. Blunt, straight-across bangs that shorten the face. Volume at the sides near the cheeks.