Getting the Chop!

What face shape are you? You can have an oval, heart, oblong, round or square face and if you’re clever your hair cut can highlight and enhance your look and flatter your face. If you get it wrong it can be really unflattering! Your hair completes your look and frames your face so it is therefore important that you get the cut right. Not everyone can get away with the same hair cut so take these tips into consideration when you get the chop.

For the oval face - You’ll find most hairstyles will go with an oval face so if you’ve got one then you’re pretty lucky. But try to not have too much volume close to the top of your head as it will make your face look long. Try layers to emphasize your cheekbones.

For the oblong face - You need to add width to your face so try a sweeping fringe or a short bob at chin length; it will have an equalising effect. Avoid really short or really long hair this will only highlight the length of your face.

For the round face - You are the opposite of the oblong face, you need to add length. Try a graduated cut or a long bob but do not attempt a blunt cut this will emphasize your round face.

For the square face - This probably means you have a strong jaw line. You need lots of texture, try curls or layers. Again, like the round face, no blunt cuts or harsh fringe lines.

For the heart-shaped face - You need to emphasize your eyes as your heart shaped face (namely your chin) will draw the focus away from them. Try layers to emphasize your cheekbones and fringes (sweeping or full, just on your brow line) to emphasize your eyes.