How to Choose the Right Haircut for Your Face Shape with Bglam Hair Studio

Welcome to the official blog of BGLAM Hair Studio! In this post, we’ll be sharing with you some tips on how to choose the right haircut for your face shape, with the help of our expert stylists.

As with clothing, haircuts are not one size that suits all. Unlike your clothing, however, you cannot remove a bad haircut after a day of receiving criticism from coworkers. Before submitting to the barber’s shears, it is advisable to determine the best haircut for your facial shape. In the end, an additional inch here or a few facial hairs there can make all the difference.

We provide haircuts for those with round faces, long or rectangular faces, square faces, heart-shaped faces, diamond-shaped faces, and triangle-shaped faces. No, you cannot possess one of every visage.

1. Determine Your Face Shape

The first step in choosing the right haircut for your face shape is to determine your face shape. The most common face shapes are round, square, oval, and heart-shaped. You can do this by measuring the length and width of your face and comparing the proportions.

Determining your face shape is the first stage in choosing a hairstyle that complements you. Examine the image below and locate a mirror to compare your face to the various male face shapes depicted. Detailed instructions are located at the bottom of this article if you couldn’t discern them.

2. Round Face Shape

If you have a round face shape, you should aim for haircuts that create the illusion of length and angles. Long layers and asymmetrical cuts are perfect for this face shape, as they help to elongate the face. Avoid blunt cuts and short hairstyles that add width to your face.

A haircut that adds definition to a round face shape, which is circular with a rounded jawline and lacks distinct lines or angles, is ideal for a round face. Consider one of these hairstyles if you have excess baby fat and are searching for haircuts for chubby faces, or if your face simply lacks angles.

“If you have a round face, think square,” advises Stevens. “Because round features have few natural angles, you must use your hair to create the illusion of structure. A style with height on top that is cut close to the sides, such as a pompadour or a flat top, and front extensions work well to add structure.

Robinson adds, “Square corners in the high recession area of your hair will sharpen any rounded edges.” “A full square beard will also help to thin the chin area, giving the appearance of a more chiseled jaw.”

3. Square Face Shape

If you have a square face shape, you should aim for haircuts that soften the angles of your face. Layered haircuts with soft, rounded edges are perfect for this face shape, as they help to create a more feminine look. Avoid blunt cuts and straight hairstyles that accentuate the angles of your face.

A square face shape is characterised by a jawline that is as pointed as a razor, even proportions, and an overall chiselled appearance. 

As with the oval, it is a wonderful base for most styles and is adaptable enough to work with both extremely short and longer hairstyles, including buzz cuts, French crops, and quiffs. Just keep in mind that the shorter your hair, the more conscripted you will appear. Not that this will not benefit you.

4. Oval Face Shape

If you have an oval face shape, you’re in luck! This face shape is versatile and can pull off almost any haircut. From long layers to short pixie cuts, you have a wide range of options to choose from. However, avoid hairstyles that hide your face shapes, such as heavy bangs or long hair that covers your face.

Considered the genetic jackpot for women, an oval face shape may not be the most dominant face shape for men, but it is an excellent canvas for experimenting with men’s hairstyles. Symmetrical and well-proportioned, an oval facial shape complements virtually any hairstyle, so you have a lot of options.

However, there are a few minor considerations to keep in mind to optimize your ovalness. “The trick with an oval face shape is to wear your hair off your forehead to create some volume and angles on top,” explains Aveda master barber Stelios Nicolaou. “The most appropriate hairstyle is a classic short back and sides with a slightly longer top and side-swept part.”

You should also avoid a front fringe. According to celebrity hairstylist Jamie Stevens, too much weight on the forehead diminishes facial features and accentuates roundness. And feel free to shave, says Denis Robinson, creative director of Ruffians. “In this case, you do not need facial hair to fill in any gaps, so feel free to go clean-shaven.”

5. Heart-Shaped Face Shape

The (relatively uncommon) heart-shaped face, which is broad at the temples and hairline and progressively tapers to a point at the chin, benefits from a few optical illusions to make it appear more proportionate.

“Avoid extremely close cuts, as they accentuate the narrowness of the chin and the width of the forehead,” advises Stevens. Medium-length, swept hairstyles are the safest option. Heart-shaped foreheads are softened by medium-length and long hairstyles that are kept relatively slender and light.

Robinson adds that facial hair is essential in this instance, as it adds much-needed bulk to a thin chin and jawline. “As with the diamond face shape, a beard helps a heart face shape gain fullness in the lower, narrower half of the head.”

If you have a heart-shaped face, you should aim for haircuts that balance out the proportions of your face. Long, layered hairstyles that frame your face are perfect for this face shape, as they draw attention away from your forehead and towards your chin. Avoid short hairstyles and heavy bangs that accentuate your forehead.

At BGLAM Hair Studio, our expert stylists can help you choose the perfect haircut for your face shape. We offer a variety of hair extensions, including clip in and clip on hair extensions, fusion hair extensions, and tape hair extensions, that can add volume and length to your hair. Visit us today and let us help you achieve your dream hairstyle!