heart face, solved
The forehead and cheekbones are the widest part of the face, then everything narrows to a small, sometimes pointed chin. Many heart shapes have a widow's peak at the hairline. If your face resembles an inverted triangle when you pull your hair back, this is your category.
Women's picks for a heart face
Chin- and jaw-length bobs put fullness exactly where a heart-shaped face is narrowest, which is why they lead these picks. Curtain and side-swept bangs quietly narrow the forehead at the same time, and soft waves through a lob keep the lower half of the face from looking sparse.
Men's picks for a heart face
For men, the play is fringe. Bringing hair forward onto the forehead trims its width, so crops and Caesar cuts suit this shape better than slicked-back styles. Keeping a little weight in the sides also stops the chin from looking narrower than it is.
Piling volume at the crown while keeping the sides tight exaggerates the top-heavy effect, and severe slicked-back looks expose the full width of the forehead. Save those for days you want maximum drama.
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heart face questions
Are curtain bangs good for a heart-shaped face?
They are one of the best matches. Curtain bangs cover the outer corners of the forehead, its widest points, while parting in the center to keep some length in view. That narrows the top of the face without the weight of a full fringe. Most stylists suggest them first for this shape.
What length should I ask for with a heart-shaped face?
Chin to collarbone is the sweet spot. A chin-length bob adds width beside a narrow jaw, and a collarbone lob with waves does the same a little lower. Very short crops and very long, flat hair both leave the chin looking sharper than it is.
Should men with heart-shaped faces get a fade?
Keep it low. A low fade or taper leaves weight through the sides, which balances a wider forehead. High skin fades strip the sides bare and let the top half of the face dominate. Pair whatever fade you choose with fringe rather than slicked-back length.