Round Face Shape
A round face has soft features with width and length that are roughly equal, full cheeks, and a rounded jaw. The goal with styling is to add angles and vertical length to slim and define the face.
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How to tell if you have a round face
- •Face width and length are about equal
- •Cheeks are full and the widest part of the face
- •Jawline is soft and rounded with no hard angles
- •Forehead and jaw are similar in width
Best hairstyles for a round face — men
- Pompadour with height
- Quiff with volume on top
- Faux hawk
- Angular textured crop with a fringe up
- Undercut with length on top
Best hairstyles for a round face — women
- Long layers past the chin
- Side-swept bangs
- Lob with face-framing layers
- High top knot or ponytail (adds height)
- Deep side part
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Best beard & facial hair for a round face
- A short beard kept tight on the cheeks and fuller at the chin adds length
- A goatee or extended goatee elongates a round face
- Avoid full, round beards that add even more width
Best glasses & frames
- Rectangular and angular frames to contrast the soft curves
- Avoid round frames that echo the face shape
What to avoid
- Rounded bowl cuts or heavy sides that add width
- Full, round beards that increase fullness
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I make a round face look slimmer?
Add vertical length and angles: keep hair with height on top and short sides, grow a short beard heavier at the chin, and choose angular glasses. Lowering body fat also reveals more facial structure.
What beard suits a round face?
A short beard that's kept tight on the cheeks and slightly longer at the chin elongates a round face and creates a more defined jawline.
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