Best Hairstyles for Different Face Shapes: A Stylist’s Guide

At Garbo’s Salon and Spa, we believe a great haircut is more than just a trim—it’s an art form. It’s about creating a look that not only suits your personal style but also perfectly complements your unique features. One of the most important factors we consider is your face shape. The right cut can highlight your best attributes, create balance, and make you feel absolutely incredible.

Finding Your Face Shape

Before we dive into the best cuts, let’s quickly identify the types of face shapes. Stand in front of a mirror with your hair pulled back and trace the outline of your face. This is the first step to figuring out “what haircut suits me”.

• Round: Your face is almost as wide as it is long, with soft, curved lines and a rounded jaw.
• Square: You have a strong, angular jawline and a broad forehead, with your face’s length and width being roughly equal.
• Oval: Considered the most versatile, an oval face is longer than it is wide, with a gently rounded jaw.
• Heart: Your forehead is the widest part of your face, tapering down to a narrow chin, sometimes with a widow’s peak.

For a more detailed guide on how to tell face shape, we recommend checking out resources like this guide from Byrdie. While some online tools act as a face shape analyzer, this simple method is a great starting point.

Our Stylist’s Recommendations

For Round Faces: The goal is to create the illusion of length and angles. We often recommend longer hairstyles with layers that fall past the chin. A long bob with a deep side part is a fantastic choice, as it creates an angle that can make your face appear slimmer. Avoid blunt cuts that stop right at the chin, as these can make your face look even rounder.

For Square Faces: To soften a strong jawline and broad forehead, we love cuts with lots of layers. Soft, wispy bangs or a side-swept fringe can beautifully break up the width of the forehead. Shoulder-length cuts with soft waves or curls also work wonders by adding texture and movement around the face.

For Oval Faces: You’re in luck! Your balanced proportions mean you can pull off almost any style. Whether you want a sleek, short pixie or long, flowing layers, an oval face is the perfect canvas. It’s all about what makes you feel best. We encourage our oval-faced clients to experiment with different looks, from blunt bobs to curtain bangs.

For Heart-Shaped Faces: We focus on balancing the wider forehead with the narrower chin. Chin-length bobs are a great option, as they add fullness around the jawline. Long, side-swept bangs are also a perfect way to highlight your beautiful cheekbones and soften the forehead.

Choosing the right hairstyle is a personal journey, and our expert team is here to guide you every step of the way. We take the time to understand your unique style needs and goals, ensuring you leave our salon feeling confident and looking your absolute best. You can explore a full list of our salon services on our website here.

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