✨ Haircut Guides
Best Haircuts for Every Face Shape
6 face shapes, 6 photo-led haircut guides. Save before your next salon visit.
How to find your perfect cut
Stand in front of a mirror and measure forehead, cheekbones, jaw, and face length. Compare ratios. Round, oval, square, heart, diamond, long, rectangle, triangle, or inverted triangle — pick the closest match.
Each face shape has a few cuts that consistently flatter and a few that consistently fight. Lobs, bangs, layers — each does different work for different shapes.
Look at celebrities with your face shape and notice their best haircuts. If a cut works on multiple celebrities with your shape, it's likely a safe bet.
Don't describe — show. Save 3-4 photos of cuts you like (on your face shape) and bring them to your appointment. Visual reference beats verbal description every time.
The Glowprint face scan generates a verbatim script you can read to your stylist with the exact cut name, technical notes, and maintenance tips — based on YOUR features. No more guessing.
Pick your face shape
Oval Face
Balanced and proportional. Best with long layers.
See guide →Round Face
Soft, full cheeks. Best with long layers below the chin.
See guide →Square Face
Strong, defined jaw. Best with soft layers around the face.
See guide →Heart Face
Wide forehead, narrow chin. Best with chin-length cuts.
See guide →Diamond Face
Narrow forehead and chin, wide cheekbones. Best with curtain bangs.
See guide →Long Face
Longer than wide. Best with blunt bangs.
See guide →Not sure which shape you have?
Take the 6-question face shape quiz or read how to measure your face shape with a tape measure. For the most accurate read, scan your face on Glowprint.
Frequently asked questions
What's the most universally flattering haircut?
The lob (long bob) ending at or just below the collarbone, with subtle internal layers and curtain bangs. It works on most face shapes because the length is moderate and the bangs frame the face. Not perfect for everyone, but the safest starting point.
Should I avoid bangs if I have a long face?
Opposite — long faces benefit from bangs more than any other shape. Full bangs (eyebrow-grazing) shorten the face visually. Skip them only if your forehead is already very small.
Can I have short hair with a round face?
Yes — but build height on top, not width on the sides. Pixies with crown volume work; round bowl-cuts emphasize roundness.
How often should I get haircut adjustments based on face shape?
Bone structure stays the same so face-shape rules don't change. But your hairstyle preferences can — some people grow into wanting more or less drama with age. The cuts that flatter your shape are stable; the styling can shift.
What if my face shape isn't in the list?
Most faces are 70-80% one shape with elements of another. The face scan gives you a confidence rating so you know how 'pure' your shape is and which secondary shape elements to consider.