People with round faces benefit from natural symmetry, and the face type lends itself to lots of different hairstyles. But as you probably know, some styles are better suited to specific face types than others, and this is true for people with round face types.
In this article, we define what a round face is and help you decide if this is indeed your face shape. We then introduce five women’s and five men’s round face ideas to help you look your brilliant best this year.
First: Is your face round?
Determining your face shape is an essential first step when deciding on the best hairstyle for your face type. A round face features prominent cheeks of equal length and width. The main characteristics are:
✅ A face of similar width and length, resembling a circle.
✅ The jawline and forehead are a similar width.
✅ You have a rounded chin, free from angles and hard lines.
✅ The widest point of your face is at the cheekbones.
✅ Your jawline is full and round.
Ultimately, you have a round face if it’s symmetrical without any lines or angles. Now, with that in mind, let’s look at some of the best hairstyles for round faces for both men and women.
Hairstyle round face female ideas
If you’re a woman with a round face, here are some ways to style hair for your round face with minimal fuss:
1: Shaggy layers
We love the face-framing nature of shaggy layers for women with a round face. The textured, tousled layers add depth and dimension, while the collar-bone length is perfect for elongating your face. Though you can wear your fringe in numerous ways, we think wispy bangs work beautifully with this look.
Laifen’s pro tip: The secret to the ultimate shaggy haircut is moisture, or you risk your shag haircut looking frizzy. Use a nourishing and hydrating shampoo to wash your hair to lock in its moisture.
2: Textured lob
The textured lob is undeniably one of the best hairstyles for round faces, as shown by Jenna Ortega and numerous other celebs in recent times. The extra height in the crown elongates your face and the extra length is a bonus when compared to the classic bob. The addition of highlights can bring a new dimension to this look ahead of a special occasion.
Laifen’s pro tip: A dry texturizing spray is a great product to use for this textured lob, as it will add dimension to your look.
3: Short pixie
The pixie is one of our favorite short hairstyles for round faces, and it’s as glam as it is simple. Though many people with round faces avoid the pixie cut, we think it’s a brilliant way to keep things simple while drawing attention to your best features. Adding piecey layers can help add dimension to the look if you’re worried about going super short.
Laifen’s pro tip: If you’re worried about over-exposing your forehead, go for side-swept wispy bangs to cover up slightly, as it adds another dimension to the pixie.
4: Curtain bangs
Curtain bangs often give off that cute girl-next-door vibe, and we’re all for it. This eyebrow-skimming look is a great way to hide the rounded features of your face, and as all good bangs haircuts do, it’s naturally face framing. Though you can play around with length, we like the way this sits just below the jawline.
Laifen’s pro tip: When blow-drying your bangs (or any hair, for that matter), set your Laifen Swift Special to the low heat setting. Dry your hair until it’s 80% dry, and leave it to air dry before styling. This prevents overheating and helps significantly with your styling goals.
5: Curly bob
Bob hairstyles for round faces are also a great choice, as are curly hairstyles for round faces. When you bring them together into this curly bob, you have a stunning look that’s super easy to style and maintain. The depth and texture add stunning dimension, framing your face beautifully without looking too heavy.
Laifen’s pro tip: Applying some sea salt spray to your curls immediately after stepping out of the shower can make a big difference to the depth of your bob.
Now that we’ve covered hairstyles for women with round faces, it’s time to switch to guys. Here are some of our top-rated male hairstyles for round faces to try out this year:
Hairstyle for round-face men ideas
If you’re a guy with a round face, check out the following five hairstyles that you can rock this year:
1: Buzz cut
Keen to keep things super simple? A buzz cut is no doubt the easiest haircut out there for all guys with short hair, and it can work well with a rounded face. You can make things more interesting with a side fade or you can go for the same number all over; it’s entirely up to you.
Laifen’s pro tip: if you’re concerned about shaving all your hair off, leave it longer on top and go for a number one on the back and sides. You can then style your hair on top to either side to add a dimension to the cut.
2: Mohawk
You might think that the mohawk is too daring for you to pull off, but it’s not as out there as it once was. With some classic fading and coloring, you can ask your barber to style a mohawk that’s just a grade up from the wolf cut. In other words, you don’t need to be a punk rocker to go for this look in 2024!
Laifen pro tip: An excellent way to add angles to your round face as a guy is to leave your facial hair at a medium length. As in the picture above, this works well with a mohawk.
3: Pompadour
This iconic look is a great way to elongate your face. It adds significant volume without additional width and is extremely popular with younger guys in particular. You can adjust the height of your pump to suit your hairstyle, but we think a mid-length pompadour works best. Don’t be afraid to go clean-shaven with the pompadour for an impressive, professional look.
Laifen’s pro tip: The key to a pompadour is holding a pomade. This is essential for adding height and controlling the way your hairstyle sits. Ask your barber for a recommendation to get the best pomade available.
4: Textured quiff
The textured quiff is a charming, mid-long hairstyle for guys with round faces. It strikes the perfect balance between dimension and definition, which brings something to the look and contrasts with the softer features of a round face. We recommend leaving your hair choppy on top, while going super short on the back and sides.
Laifen’s pro tip: Using a small amount of hair clay on your textured quiff will help to boost its volume and texture. It will also help to hold the quiff in place throughout the day.
5: Man bun
The classic man bun is another look that’s well suited to guys with round faces. In the example above, the extra length on top perfectly complements the short back and sides. Though you can tie the bun in different spots, we think it looks great toward the back and center, as in this example.
Laifen’s pro tip: If you’re keen on a man bun, you need to grow your hair patiently. It can take up to 12 months or longer to grow enough hair, so plan your trips to the barber shop carefully!
The verdict
There are so many styling options available to people with round faces. For girls, we love the way that shaggy layers elongate your face, while for guys, we’re sold on the simplicity of the buzz cut, particularly for guys with short hair.
For further inspiration, head out onto TikTok, Instagram, or Pinterest, or ask your barber or hair stylist for some recommendations that are perfectly suited to your round face.
