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The Most Complete Guide to Men's Face Shapes

From a professional perspective, male face shapes can be divided into 7 main categories. But did you know each has 3 variations? Here is the breakdown of all 21 face contours and the best haircuts for each.

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1

Oval Face (The Ideal)

Also known as the "Egg Shape," this is universally considered the most balanced face shape. The proportions are perfect, allowing for maximum versatility.

1.1 Standard Oval Face

Smooth contours with no sharp angles. You hit the jackpot! Almost any hairstyle works for you, as long as you style it well.

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1.2 Long Oval Face

Slightly longer silhouette. Tip: Avoid exposing your entire forehead. Use bangs or side-swept styles to balance the length.

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1.3 Wide Oval Face

Fuller contours. Strategy: Add height/volume at the top (like a Quiff) to elongate the face. Avoid too much width on the sides.

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2

Heart Face (Triangle Inverted)

Similar to Oval but with a pointed chin and wider forehead.

2.1 Wide Heart Face

Fuller cheeks. Keep sides short and add texture on top for movement. Short hair works great to show off features.

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2.2 Narrow Heart Face

Smaller features. Key: Volume on top is essential to balance the narrow chin. Don't cut sides too short; add some width.

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2.3 Long Heart Face

Elongated shape. Keep length on sides and ensure fullness on top. Korean Side Part styles work wonders here.

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3

Square Face (The Masculine)

Strong jawline, angular features. The classic "Box" shape.

3.1 Classic Square Face

Strong jaw. Goal: Soften the angles with texture. Side-swept or messy textures work best.

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3.2 Rectangular (Long Square) Face

Avoid too much height on top. Focus on diagonal texture and side volume to balance the length.

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3.3 High Forehead Rectangle

Keep the top low and consider bangs (fringe) to cover the high forehead.

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4

Round Face

Soft edges, width equals length. Goal: Add structure and height.

4.1 Classic Round Face

Must do: Add height at the crown (Spiky/Quiff) to elongate the face visually.

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4.2 Narrow Forehead Round Face

Widen the forehead visually by keeping sides slightly fuller near the temples. Keep top voluminous.

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4.3 Long Round Face

Don't cut sides too short. Korean Textured Crop or Side Part works perfectly to add angles.

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5

Triangle Face (Pear Shape)

Narrow forehead, wide jawline. Goal: Add width to the top.

5.1 Classic Triangle

Avoid: Ultra short sides. Keep sides fuller to balance the wide jaw. Volume on top is key.

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5.2 Wide Triangle

Maximize horizontal width at the temples with a messy fringe or textured top.

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5.3 Long Triangle

Use bangs to shorten the face, but keep them textured to avoid boxiness.

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6

Diamond Face

High cheekbones, narrow forehead and chin. A high-fashion look.

6.1 Classic Diamond

Don't cut sides too short, or cheekbones will pop too much. Keep length to soften angles. Korean Side Part is perfect.

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6.2 Long Diamond

Balance the length with a fringe/bangs.

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6.3 Pentagon (Diamond-Square Hybrid)

Strong jaw and cheekbones. Soften with texture. Korean Perms work well.

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7

Long (Oblong) Face

More length than width. Goal: Add width and shorten verticality.

7.1 Classic Long Face

Avoid: High volume on top. Try: Side parts or fringe to break the length. Do not buzz cut.

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7.2 High Forehead Long Face

Bangs are mandatory. Use a textured fringe to cover the forehead.

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7.3 Narrow Forehead Long Face

Similar to Diamond. Keep sides fuller.

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