How to Choose the Best Haircut for Your Face Shape | GQ
TLDRIn this GQ grooming guide, Maddie Conrad discusses how to choose the best haircut for different face shapes. She covers nine face shapes, including oval, round, square, oblong, rectangular, triangular, diamond, heart, and pear, providing celebrity examples and styling tips for each. For oval faces, she suggests hairstyles that are swept up and back, avoiding fringe styles. Round faces should opt for angular styles and avoid wide sides. Square faces can benefit from volume on the sides and a clean-cut mustache. Oblong faces are suited to softer, rounded hairstyles and goatee styles of facial hair. Rectangular faces should aim for balance with texture on the sides and a short, natural style. Triangular faces look best with coverage near the forehead and clean, short facial hair. Diamond faces are complemented by wider, softer hairstyles and larger beards. Heart-shaped faces work well with soft, textured hair and short stubble. Pear-shaped faces should aim for width at the top of the hairstyle to balance the jawline, paired with structured, angular beards. The guide emphasizes the importance of balance and confidence in choosing a hairstyle that suits one's face shape.
Takeaways
- 👤 Oval Face Shapes: Celebrities like Justin Bieber have versatile hairstyles, but should avoid fringe styles that shorten the face.
- 🍎 Round Face Shapes: Michael Fassbender and Jeremy Renner exemplify round faces, which look best with angular hairstyles and can benefit from a blow dryer for height.
- 🟫 Square Face Shapes: Leonardo DiCaprio and Michael B. Jordan show that square faces are not as elongated as rectangular ones and work well with softer, layered hairstyles.
- 🟪 Oblong (Rectangular) Face Shapes: The Rock and Jake Gyllenhaal demonstrate that oblong faces suit baldness or hairstyles that balance width and length.
- 🔲 Diamond Face Shapes: Jason Derulo and James Harden illustrate that diamond faces are widest at the cheekbones and can be balanced with softer, rounded hairstyles and beards.
- 🧡 Heart Shape Faces: Nick Jonas and Harry Styles show that heart-shaped faces, with wider foreheads and narrow chins, are complemented by soft, textured hairstyles.
- 🍐 Pear-Shaped Faces: Zach Galifianakis and Anthony Anderson have faces that are narrow at the forehead and widest at the jaw, which can be balanced with hairstyles that add width on top.
- 🧔 Facial Hair: Mustaches and beards should be chosen to complement the face shape, with angular beards for square faces and softer beards for round faces.
- 💇♂️ Styling Tips: Using a blow dryer can add height to the hair, and certain hairstyles can make the face appear wider or narrower depending on their structure.
- 📈 Confidence: Ultimately, confidence in your hairstyle choice is key, and personal style can sometimes override traditional guidelines.
- 🚿 Hair Care: Avoid over-washing longer hair as it can lead to dryness and puffiness; a little grease can be beneficial.
Q & A
What is the most versatile face shape according to the transcript?
-The most versatile face shape is the oval face shape, as it has a perfect balance between width and height.
Which celebrities have an oval face shape?
-Celebrities with an oval face shape include Justin Bieber, ASAP Rocky, Ryan Gosling, and Henry Golding.
What type of hairstyle is suggested for oval face shapes to avoid?
-For oval face shapes, it is suggested to avoid fringe styles that shorten the appearance of the face.
What is the recommended facial hair for men with an oval face shape?
-Men with an oval face shape usually look best with just a mustache, as it keeps the bottom part of the jaw exposed, which is often more angular and lean.
What is the main goal when choosing a hairstyle for a round face shape?
-The main goal with a round face shape is to stretch it out slightly, making it appear more oval.
Which celebrities are mentioned as examples of a square face shape?
-Celebrities with a square face shape mentioned in the transcript include Leonardo DiCaprio, Robert Pattinson, Pedro Pascal, and Michael B. Jordan.
What is grooming tip number 32 for achieving height on top of the hairstyle?
-Grooming tip number 32 suggests using a blow dryer to achieve height on top of the hairstyle.
Why is a goatee style facial hair complementary to an oblong face shape?
-A goatee style facial hair is complementary to an oblong face shape because it creates a little bit more of an anchor for the chin shape, instead of creating a wider look that a beard would give.
What is the key difference between a rectangular and an oval face shape?
-The key difference between a rectangular and an oval face shape is that a rectangular face shape has a broader chin.
What is grooming tip number 47 regarding hair care for those with longer hair?
-Grooming tip number 47 advises against shampooing hair every day, especially if it's longer, as it can make the hair dry and puffy.
What is the recommended hairstyle for a triangular face shape?
-For a triangular face shape, hairstyles that provide more coverage near the forehead or at least in the corners are beneficial, as they help de-emphasize the width of the forehead and bring everything else into balance.
What is the suggested facial hair for a pear-shaped face?
-For a pear-shaped face, a more structured and angular beard is suggested, with straight lines and corners, to create the illusion of a stronger-looking jaw and a more balanced face shape.
Outlines
💇♂️ Hairstyles for Different Face Shapes
This paragraph discusses the importance of choosing a hairstyle that complements one's face shape. It introduces the concept of nine basic face shapes and provides examples of celebrities with oval face shapes like Justin Bieber, ASAP Rocky, Ryan Gosling, and Henry Golding. The paragraph emphasizes the versatility of the oval face shape and suggests hairstyles that add height and avoid fringe styles to maintain balance. It also touches on facial hair, recommending a mustache for oval faces to keep the jawline exposed and angular.
🤔 Balancing Round and Square Face Shapes
The second paragraph focuses on round and square face shapes, using celebrities like Michael B. Jordan and Jeremy Renner as examples. It advises against hairstyles that add width to the sides for round faces, instead recommending angular styles and the use of a blow dryer for added height. For square faces, the paragraph suggests hairstyles that break up vertical lines and avoid shortening the forehead. It also discusses the benefits of facial hair in balancing the face shape, such as a goatee for a slight elongation effect.
🧔♂️ Facial Hair and Oblong, Rectangular, and Triangular Faces
This paragraph covers the suitability of facial hair and hairstyles for oblong, rectangular, and triangular face shapes. It uses examples like The Rock and Jake Gyllenhaal for oblong shapes, highlighting the attractiveness of a bald look and the benefits of a goatee. For rectangular faces, celebrities like Joe Alwyn and Chad Michael Murray are used to illustrate hairstyles with texture and fullness on the sides. The paragraph also touches on triangular face shapes, recommending coverage near the forehead and avoiding hairstyles that emphasize the narrowness of the chin.
👤 Diamond, Heart, and Pear-Shaped Faces
The final paragraph discusses diamond, heart, and pear-shaped face shapes, using celebrities like Jason Derulo, Nick Jonas, and Zach Galifianakis as examples. It advises against hairstyles that elongate the face for diamond shapes and suggests softer, more rounded hairstyles. For heart-shaped faces, the paragraph recommends loose and natural hairstyles that balance the width of the forehead and the narrowness of the chin. Pear-shaped faces are advised to opt for hairstyles that create width at the top to balance the width of the jaw, and facial hair with structured, angular beards to create the illusion of a stronger jawline.
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Keywords
💡Face Shape
💡Haircut
💡Oval Face Shape
💡Round Face Shape
💡Square Face Shape
💡Rectangular Face Shape
💡Diamond Face Shape
💡Heart Shape
💡Pear Shape
💡Facial Hair
💡Grooming
Highlights
Choosing the right haircut is crucial for enhancing your face shape.
Oval face shapes, like Justin Bieber's, are versatile and balanced between width and height.
For oval faces, hairstyles swept up and back with lean sides are flattering.
Avoid fringe styles that shorten the appearance of oval faces.
Round face shapes, such as Michael B. Jordan's, are wide with full cheeks and a soft jawline.
Leaner hairstyles with height on top can balance round face shapes.
Square face shapes, like Leonardo DiCaprio's, have prominent foreheads and strong jawlines.
Softening square face shapes can be achieved with volume on the sides and a layered cut.
Oblong face shapes benefit from hairstyles that create a balanced shape without excessive height.
Rectangular face shapes can pull off short, textured hairstyles that soften angular features.
Triangular face shapes, like Timothée Chalamet's, are characterized by a wide jaw and pointed chin.
Heart-shaped faces, wider at the forehead and cheekbones, look best with soft and textured hairstyles.
Pear-shaped faces should opt for hairstyles that add width at the top to balance a wider jaw.
Facial hair choices should complement the face shape, with structured beards for pear shapes and clean shaven for triangular shapes.
Maintaining a short beard requires a good quality trimmer for a sharp look.
To find your face shape, use a marker to outline your face on a cell phone photo.
Confidence is key, and while guidelines are helpful, the final choice is a personal one.
Age matters in hairstyle choices, with some styles making you look younger, while others can appear as trying to look younger.
Grooming tips include using a blow dryer for added height and avoiding overuse of pomade for a softer look.