There are several characteristics that can help you identify if you have a round face shape:

1. Cheekbones: Round face shapes typically have wide cheekbones that are the widest part of the face.
2. Face length: The length and width of a round face are almost equal, giving the face a circular appearance.
3. Jawline: A round face typically has a soft and rounded jawline with no sharp angles.
4. Forehead: The forehead of a round face is usually shorter and less prominent than other face shapes.

To identify if you have a round face shape, take a close look at your face and observe these features. You can also try tracing the outline of your face onto a mirror with a washable marker or lipstick to see if it forms a circular or rounded shape. Another option is to take a selfie and analyse your face shape using photo editing tools or consulting with a hairstylist or makeup artist.

Hairstyles for Round Faces

If you've identified that you have a round face shape, it's important to choose the right hairstyle to complement your features. A wrong hairstyle can accentuate the fullness of your face or cast unwanted shadows, but the right haircut can work with your curves, highlighting your best features such as your beautiful smile, bright eyes, and dimples. Don't feel restricted to the same androgynous haircut you've had for years!

Fortunately, there are plenty of options available for those with round faces. 

Here are five hairstyles that can be great for your beautiful round face:

1. Long layers: Long layers can help to add vertical length to the face, elongating the face and creating a more oval appearance.
2. Side-swept bangs: Side-swept bangs can help to create angles and draw attention to the eyes, which can balance out the roundness of the face.
3. Pixie cut: A pixie cut with choppy layers and volume on top can help to create height and elongate the face.
4. Asymmetrical bob: An asymmetrical bob that is shorter in the back and longer in the front can help to create angles and elongate the face.
5. High bun: A high bun can help to create the illusion of a longer face, as it draws the eye upwards and elongates the neck.

If you have an oval face, you're in luck, you can pull off just about any style. To find out if you have an oval face shape, pull your hair back away from your face and examine your face in the mirror. Check whether your face matches the descriptions below:

1. Balanced Proportions: An oval face is characterised by balanced proportions, with the width of the forehead being roughly equal to the cheekbones, and the length of the face being about one and a half times the width.
2. Soft Angles: The jawline of an oval face is slightly rounded, with soft angles that blend into the rest of the face.
3. Narrowness: The face is generally more narrow towards the forehead and chin, with a gentle curve along the hairline.

Hairstyles for Oval Faces

Having an oval face means that you have a lot of versatility when it comes to hairstyles, as most styles will flatter your face shape. Consider trying out a bunch of different hairstyles to find the one that makes you feel the most confident and beautiful. 

Here are five hairstyles that can particularly suit an oval face shape:

1. Long layers: Long layers can add dimension and movement to an oval face, while also showing off the balanced proportions of the face.
2. Centre part: A centre part can help to highlight the symmetry of an oval face, while also adding length to the face.
3. Bob: A classic bob that falls at the jawline can work well for oval faces, as it can highlight the soft angles and balanced proportions of the face.
4. Loose waves: Soft, loose waves can add volume and texture to an oval face, while also framing the face and drawing attention to the eyes and cheekbones.
5. High ponytail: A high ponytail can work well for oval faces, as it can show off the balanced proportions of the face while also adding height and elongating the neck.

If your face is heart-shaped, balance is key. Here are some characteristics that can help you identify if you have a heart-shaped face:

1. Forehead: Heart-shaped faces have a wider forehead that gradually tapers down to a pointed chin.
2. Cheekbones: The cheekbones of a heart-shaped face are usually high and prominent.
3. Jawline: The jawline of a heart-shaped face is narrow and pointed.
4. Chin: The chin of a heart-shaped face is pointed and may appear slightly elongated.
5. Face Length: The length of a heart-shaped face is typically shorter than the width.
6. Widows peak: Many heart-shaped faces have a widow's peak, which is a V-shaped point in the hairline at the centre of the forehead.

Keep in mind that some people may have a combination of face shapes, and it's always best to consult with a hairstylist or makeup artist to determine the best hairstyle or makeup techniques for your unique face shape.

Hairstyles for Heart Shapes

The best hairstyles are those that balance out these features. Here are some of the most flattering styles for a heart-shaped face:

1. Side-swept bangs: This type of bangs can help to balance out the width of the forehead while drawing attention to the eyes and cheekbones.
2. Long layers: Layers can help to soften the angles of a heart-shaped face, and they can also add volume and movement to the hair.
3. Pixie cut: A short, textured pixie cut can work well for heart-shaped faces, especially if you have a widow's peak. The short length can help to accentuate the cheekbones and balance out the jawline.
4. Shoulder-length lob: A long bob that falls just below the shoulders can help to balance out the proportions of a heart-shaped face, especially if it's styled with soft waves or curls.
5. Half-up, half-down hairstyle: This type of hairstyle can help to draw attention to the eyes and cheekbones, while also balancing out the width of the forehead.
6. Side part: A deep side part can help to balance out the width of the forehead while also adding volume to the hair.
7. Updo: A low bun or chignon can work well for heart-shaped faces, especially if you leave some loose pieces around the face to soften the angles.

These hairstyles can work well for heart-shaped faces, but it's important to keep in mind that everyone's face shape is unique. It's always best to consult with a hairstylist to determine the best hairstyle for your individual face shape and hair type.

As with all the other face shapes we've listed, there are a few key things to look for to work out if you have a square face shape:

1. Jawline: A square face typically has a strong, prominent jawline that is almost as wide as the forehead.
2. Forehead: The forehead of a square face shape is usually flat and broad.
3. Cheekbones: Square face shapes have prominent cheekbones that are almost as wide as the forehead.
4. Face length: The length of a square face is generally similar to the width, with no particular feature standing out as longer or shorter.

To work out if you have a square face shape, take a close look in the mirror and check for these features. You can also try tracing the outline of your face onto a mirror with a washable marker or lipstick to see if it forms a square or box-like shape. Another option is to take a selfie and analyse your face shape using photo editing tools or consulting with a hairstylist or makeup artist.

Hairstyles for square shapes

Square face gals, you have a strong jawline to work with! Soften your jawline up with a long, wavy cut or a side-swept pixie cut that draws attention away from the angles of your face. Here are some other basic tips and suggestions to consider.

1. Add either height or length, but not width.
2. Side swept fringe (bangs)
3. Side part with straight hair that goes past the jaw (such as a longish concave bob)
4. If you have short hair, keep the back and sides trimmed and add volume at the crown, the quiff can work for you.
5. Graduated long layers can work really well. The first of your layers should start at your chin.
6. If you have wavy hair, keeping your hair either really short or longer will work best. That way the length of your hair will help to weigh it down so that it doesn’t add too much width.
7. If you pull your hair back into a ponytail, add some volume at the crown to give you some lengthening.
8. If you have curly hair, keep it either short, with volume at the crown, but not the sides, or wear it long past your shoulders.

Most important to remember, length, layers and waves are your go-to elements of a hairstyle!

Finally, if you have a diamond-shaped face, symmetry is your friend. You can work out if you have a diamond-shaped face by looking for the following characteristics:

1. Your face is longer than it is wide, with a narrow hairline and a narrow, pointed chin.
2. Your cheekbones are the widest part of your face and are located high on your face.
3. Your forehead and jawline are both narrow, and your chin is pointed.
4. Your face has a distinct diamond shape when viewed from the front.

Hairstyles for Diamond Faces

Here are five hairstyles that can be great for diamond-shaped faces:

1. Side-swept bangs: Side-swept bangs can help to soften the angular features of a diamond-shaped face and draw attention to the eyes.
2. Bob with volume: A bob haircut with volume at the crown can help to balance out the wide cheekbones and create the illusion of a more oval-shaped face.
3. Layered pixie cut: A layered pixie cut can help to create texture and volume around the crown, which can help to balance out the narrow forehead and pointed chin.
4. Shoulder-length curls: Shoulder-length curls can add width to the narrow forehead and chin, creating a more balanced appearance.
5. Long layers: Long layers can help to soften the angular features of a diamond-shaped face, and create the illusion of a more oval-shaped face.

So, what's your face shape, and which style are you going to try next? Remember, your hair is all about YOU and making you feel amazing. And with the right style, you'll be turning heads wherever you go!

By Sass G  ❤️

NOTE: We played with Jasper AI Art to create the images you see in this blog post.