41 Flattering Hairstyles For Round Faces: Find Your Perfect Look!

Contrary to popular belief, it is not difficult to pick a hairstyle for round faces. However, there are a few pointers you need to think about when choosing a hairstyle if you have a round face. For example, you may want to draw attention to your forehead or jawline. There are umpteen hairstyles that can help with that. You can experiment with bangs, layers, and more to find the right hairstyle for you.

“Another important thing to remember,” says Nick Arrojo, “is to get a style that suits the shape and the texture of your hair, as well as your face. I recommend low-maintenance styles that work with your natural texture and shape. This will help keep you looking fresh and modern, and styling your hair will be easier. As an example, let’s say your hair texture is somewhat curly and unruly. There’s no point picking a style designed to be super sleek and smooth every day. Even if the cut suits your face, managing the styling day to day will leave you fighting your hair. Find styles that suit your face, but also your natural texture.”

To help you out, we have made a list of the most flattering hairstyles for round faced women.  These hairstyles have been thoughtfully curated based on professional insights, expert recommendations, and popular trends to ensure they are both flattering and practical for women with round faces. Before that, here is how to determine if you have a round face or not. Scroll down to know more!

How To Find Out If You Have A Round Face

You have a round face if:

1. Your forehead, cheekbones, and jawline fall in the same line and are almost the same width.
2. The width and length of your face are roughly the same size.
3. You have soft features and have no sharp angles on your face.

Now that you’re sure that you have a round face, let’s look at some simple tips you can follow to choose hairstyles that will complement your round face perfectly.

Tips And Tricks For Styling Your Hair For Your Round Face

Check out some tips to style your hair the right way to achieve a flattering look for your round face:

• Your primary focus when styling your hair should be to elongate your face. So, high updos that add drama are great ways to add height at the top of your head. If you need an accessory to help add height, rather than old fashioned bumpits, use bobby pins or some hair jewelry.
• Apply volumizing mousses or sprays to the hair on your crown. This will add height to the hair at the top and give the illusion of a longer face.
• Long layered hair has a tapered effect and draws the eye downwards and makes your round face look longer.
• If you want to go for a curly look, go for loose, cascading curls. Tight curls will only add to the width and roundness of your face.

• Avoid going for a sleek ponytail look as it will pull all your hair back and away from your face, thus accentuating its roundness.
• Steer clear of straight-cut bangs that will make your round face look too small. Edgy side-swept bangs will add some much-needed angles to your face and make it look thinner.
• When going for a short hair look, add volume at the crown of your head, and opt for an undercut for an edgy look. Or keep the style loose and messy with a sweeping or choppy bang. This makes your face look longer than it actually is.

Keeping in mind these few simple tips, let’s now jump into our rundown of the best hairstyles for women with round faces!

41 Best Hairstyles For Round Faces

Here are some of the best hairstyles for people with round faces:

1. Swept Back Hair

The combed-back hairdo is a classic hairstyle that has been popular for many years. Kelly Clarkson has her hair swept back without gelling down her locks. Her hair is backcombed to give her more height and make her face look more streamlined. This hairstyle for a round face accentuates cheekbones and jawline.

How To Achieve This Look:

1. Apply a volumizing mousse to your damp hair.
2. Blow-dry while backcombing gently at the crown.
3. Ultimately, set the hairstyle with a lightweight hairspray to hold the height without making it stiff.
4. You can also use a root-lifting spray for extra volume.

2. Side Parted Hollywood Waves

Isn’t Michelle Williams nailing this look? While the Hollywood glam look is normally styled in curls, Michelle Williams styles her with a twist – waves! The gentle waves in her tresses contrast with the soft curves of her face. This hairstyle exudes elegance and sophistication, perfect for the red carpet and other events.

How To Achieve This Look:

1. Start by parting your hair deeply on one side.
2. Spray your hair with a heat protectant spray and then curl your hair to create soft waves.
3. Now, brush through the curls gently to create a smooth, wavy finish.
4. You can finish this look by using the shine-enhancing serum.

3. Lion Mane Coily Hair

Only Gabrielle Union could pull off a deep side part and ‘lion’s mane’ curls. She changed the game for all the curly-haired girls out there. She accepted her naturally curly hair and walked the red carpet wearing that mane. Her thick coily hair frames her face, elongating and slimming it.

How To Achieve This Look:

1. Apply a leave-in conditioner and curl-defining cream to damp hair.
2. Air-dry or diffuse to enhance your natural curls.
3. Use a pick comb to lift and add volume at the roots.
4. For this look, you must hydrate your curls with deep conditioning treatments weekly to keep them bouncy and frizz-free.

4. Textured Pixie

Black women are embracing their natural hair and what a better way to celebrate this than with a textured pixie. Whether you have 4A, 4B, or 4C hair, this pixie is sure to stun! Not to mention how easy it becomes to maintain and style your coily locks. Regardless of your style, the goal is to maintain your hair longer on top and shorter on the sides to balance out a round face shape.

How To Achieve This Look:

1. You can use a curl-enhancing gel or mousse to define the texture on top of your pixie.
2. Keep the sides trimmed regularly to maintain the style. Also, use a satin bonnet or pillowcase that can help preserve the texture overnight.

5. Messy Side braid

Messy side braids are one of the most elegant hairstyles you could try. Keep the braid loose to balance out the roundness of your face shape. You can add some light waves to your tresses to add some texture to the hairstyle.

How To Achieve This Look:

1. Start by creating soft waves using a curling wand.
2. Now, gather your hair to one side and loosely braid it. You can also use a texturizing spray to add grip to your hair before braiding.
3. Secure the braid with a small elastic band and wrap a strand of hair around it for a polished finish.
4. Pull gently on the braid to make it look fuller and messier.
5. Finish this look by using a setting spray. 

6. High bun

Going all out and choosing the high bun is one of the simplest ways to give the appearance that your face is leaner. Sarah Hyland’s incredible updo at the Emmys stole the show back in 2014. A high bun gives the illusion of height and will make it appear as though your face is longer. Furthermore, you can add soft tendrils at the hairline, adding dimension and face-framing layers to the style.

How To Achieve This Look:

1. Start by brushing your hair upwards and gather it at the crown of your head.
2. Now, twist your hair into a bun and secure it with bobby pins or a hair tie. You can use a strong-hold hairspray to keep the bun in place.
3. Also, if your hair is fine, tease it at the roots before creating the bun for extra volume.
4. For a soft, romantic touch, don’t forget to pull out a few tendrils around your face.
5. For a polished and neat finish, it’s important to use a smoothing serum to tame any flyaways.

7. Low Bun With Side-Swept Bang

Selena Gomez’s romantic low bun is a beautiful mix of elegance and style. Her bangs have been strategically parted at the top and curled at the ends to frame her face shape and facial features.

Songhwa Lee, a YouTube vlogger, shows through her video how to do a low bun with easy steps. She says, “I’m just going to twist my hair into a low bun, and with the leftover just pull it up and I’m just going to clip it. This is more efficient and easier (i).” This styling is perfect for a casual day out or for when you are out running errands.

How To Achieve This Look:

1. Part your bangs to the side and curl the ends for a soft finish. Remember to use a heat protectant spray before curling your bangs.
2. Now, gather the rest of your hair into a low ponytail at the nape of your neck.
3. Twist the ponytail into a bun and secure it with bobby pins or a clip.
4. You can loosen the bun slightly for a more casual look.
5. Finish with a lightweight hairspray for a flexible hold.
6. You can also add a decorative clip or pin to the bun for extra flair, depending on your dress and style. 

8. High ponytail with curtain bangs

Curtain bangs look best on people with straight hair and full faces. These styles are frequently delicate, feminine, and attractive. If you want to update your hairstyle, style it with a high sleek ponytail for a refined, tidy appearance.

How To Achieve This Look:

1. Straighten your bangs for a polished look, or add a slight curl for softness.
2. Gather your hair into a high ponytail and secure it with an elastic.
3. Now, wrap a small section of hair around the elastic to conceal it for a more polished look.
4. You can also use a texturizing spray to add volume to the ponytail.
5. Smooth the ponytail with a brush and apply a shine serum for a sleek finish.

9. Voluminous crown

Looking for short hairstyles for round faces that are trendy and flattering? Michelle Williams stole the show with her dramatic voluminous coiffure. With short, neat sides and tousled side-swept hair at the front, this hairstyle subtly changes her face shape to look heart-shaped so the focus rests from her cheeks to the jawline. This is one of the most flattering haircuts for round faced women, as it gives an elongated appearance and softens the shape of the face.

How To Achieve This Look:

1. Apply a volumizing mousse to damp hair and a root-lifting spray for maximum volume.
2. Blow-dry with a round brush, lifting at the roots for added height.
3. Now, sweep the front section to the side and tousle it for a textured finish.
4. Finish this look with a texture spray for a soft hold.
5. You need to get regular trims to maintain the clean edges and shape of this hairstyle.

10. Curly Curtains Bangs Afro

The height of an afro naturally lengthens a round face, drawing attention to the facial features, particularly the eyes. If you have a round face, you might not think it would be a good idea to sweep your hair out of your face, but this look can work well thanks to the curly curtain bangs added.

How To Achieve This Look:

1. Apply a curl-enhancing cream or gel to your damp hair.
2. Use a diffuser to dry your hair while maintaining its natural curl pattern.
3. Separate the front section into curtain bangs and style them with your fingers.
4. To add definition, you can use a wide-tooth comb or your fingers to fluff and shape the afro.
5. You should use a curl refresh spray to revive the style between washes.

11. Slicked Back Lob

Slicked-back styles are universally attractive since it brings attention to the eyes, lips, and nose. This hairdo focuses on the face’s central features countering the round face silhouette. The slicked-back hair adds a faux face-lift effect as well.

How To Achieve This Look:

1. Start with damp or freshly washed hair.
2. Apply a lightweight styling gel or mousse evenly throughout your hair.
3. Use a fine-tooth comb to slick your hair back, ensuring a smooth and polished look. 
4. Apply a shine serum to enhance the glossy finish.
5. Blow-dry on low heat or let it air-dry to maintain the sleek effect. You can soften this look by pulling out a few face-framing strands near the temples.

12. Long Hair With Layers

This is an elegant and typically flattering hairstyle for all face shapes, but it works especially well on round faces. The long length of the hair balances out the wideness in round faces. This face shape is wonderfully offset by the angles created by the layers.

How To Achieve This Look:

1. Untangle your hair and spritz a heat protectant before styling. 
2. Use a round brush while blow-drying to add volume to the layers.
3. Curl the ends with a curling iron for a soft, bouncy finish.
4. Finish with a lightweight hairspray to keep the layers in place.
5. You must trim your layers every 6-8 weeks to maintain the shape and prevent split ends.

13. Slick Platinum Bob

No one does style as good as Cara Delevingne. The platinum bob with dark roots paired with contrasting eye makeup brings out her gray eyes beautifully. The chin-length bob with curved-in ends and a curved-out front help frame her face so her wide cheeks are covered but her jawline is on full display.

How To Achieve This Look:

1. Straighten your hair with a flat iron, curving the ends inward for the bob effect.
2. Apply a shine spray for a sleek finish.
3. Remember to use a heat protectant to keep your hair healthy during styling.
4. Use a purple shampoo to maintain the platinum tone and prevent brassiness.

14. Asymmetric Pixie

Don’t be hesitant to cut it short. Michelle Williams’s wide face is balanced by her side-swept piecey bangs and short, tapering sides. A section of the hair covers the forehead to some extent. For a more feminine appearance, keep it soft around the ear. You can wear this look almost anywhere.

How To Achieve This Look:

1. Use a texturizing cream or pomade to style the bangs and add definition.
2. You can also use a lightweight pomade for shaping and definition.
3. Tousle the longer side of your pixie slightly for a natural, carefree vibe.

15. Razor-cut lob

This stunning hairstyle has both a smooth texture and sharp angles, and their contrast creates a lovely appearance! It is critical to focus on the areas you want to draw attention to. For instance, if the length of the cut is below the chin, the eyes will naturally be drawn to the jawline.  A haircut is nothing without style, particularly with lobs when the hair falls and frames the face.

How To Achieve This Look:

1. Use a flat iron to straighten your hair, and apply a smoothing serum to prevent frizz and maintain the sleek texture.
2. Add a bit of texturizing spray to enhance the razor-cut edges and volume of the lob.
3. Finally, flip the ends slightly outward for a playful twist or inward for a more classic look.

16. High Ponytail With Choppy Bangs

Choppy eyebrow-length bangs draw the attention to the eyes, which is great when you have a light eye color like Olivia Munn. The graceful wavy ponytail, paired with the bangs and the contouring makeup, highlights a round face in the best way!

How To Achieve This Look:

1. Use a flat iron to add slight waves to the length of your hair.
2. Gather your hair into a high ponytail, ensuring the crown is smooth, and secure it with an elastic band.
3. You can use a texturizing spray to add volume to the ponytail.
4. Style your choppy bangs with a flat iron or comb for a polished, slightly messy effect.
5. Use a light-hold hairspray to keep the bangs in place without stiffness.
6. If desired, you can also add hair extensions to the ponytail for extra length and volume.

17. Full Bangs With A Lob

One of the best haircuts for a round face shape is a long bob. Keep your bangs choppy but the rest of your hair at one length to draw focus on your facial features. Blunt short bangs should be avoided because they will make your round face appear too small.

How To Achieve This Look:

1. Untangle your hair and blow-dry the bangs using a round brush so that they sit naturally and look voluminous.
2. Style the rest of the lob straight, or add soft waves with a curling wand.
3. If you go with the straight lob look, use a smoothing serum to keep the lob sleek and frizz-free.
4. Use heat protectant spray before styling to maintain healthy hair.

18. Short And Curly

Although it may seem counterintuitive, fuller hairstyles can enhance rounder looks. When done correctly, especially if you have medium-length, 3A-4C hair, it can truly embrace and frame a round face. Curly bangs open up the face especially if they are cut such that the forehead can be seen through the curls.

How To Achieve This Look:

1. If you have naturally curly hair, define your curls with a curl cream or mousse.
2. Bring your curly bangs in front, just above or at eyebrow level, allowing the forehead to remain slightly visible.
3. Air-dry or diffuse your hair to maintain volume and curl definition.
4. Use a leave-in conditioner for hydration and frizz control to maintain your curly tresses.
5. Additionally, go for regular trims to maintain the shape and prevent your curls from weighing down.

19. Long And Layered

Want to cause a stir? The classic long hairstyles for round faces are for you. Try this lengthy, layered hairstyle like Amy Adams.

Waves or curls ensure that it seems fresh and modern, while accentuating the jawline. Notice how her hair is thin beside her cheeks? This draws the attention away from wide cheeks. The deep side part minimizes the fullness of the face. Together, those factors make this style particularly suited to round faces.

How To Achieve This Look:

1. Start by untangling your hair and using a volumizing mousse at the roots to prevent flatness.
2. Create soft waves using a curling wand or rollers, focusing on the mid-lengths to the ends.
3. If you have naturally straight hair, spritz your curls with a texturizing spray to maintain a beachy, natural look.
4. Now, style your hair with a deep side part for added asymmetry and definition.
5. Finish with a shine spray to enhance the look of your curls or waves.

20. Updo With Bangs

Uneven face-framing fringes can go a long way when it comes to round faces and tight hairstyles. The uneven bangs with long sides place the focus on the facial features instead of the face shape. The subtle bouffant before the ponytail adds height to a round face. The striking combination of these bangs, the bouffant, and then high updo lifts the cheekbones while slimming and elongating the face.

How To Achieve This Look:

1. Section off the bangs and backcomb the crown of your hair for a subtle bouffant. Secure it with bobby pins.
2. Spritz a strong-hold hairspray to secure the bouffant.
3. Gather the rest of your hair into a high bun or ponytail, ensuring the sides are smooth and sleek.
4. Style the bangs unevenly, allowing them to frame your face naturally.
5. Apply a shine serum to the bangs for a polished finish.
6. You can also pull out a few strands around the temples and nape of the neck for a soft, romantic effect. 

21. Shaggy Bob 

Jennifer Lawrence is, without a doubt, the person to look up to for hair styling inspiration for your round face. She’s absolutely rocking her asymmetrical bob that draws the eyes downward. Styled in shaggy waves and a side parting, this bob works wonders at offsetting her round face structure.

How To Achieve This Look:

1. Create loose waves using a flat iron or curling wand, alternating the direction of the curls for a natural texture. Remember to use a heat protectant before curling to maintain hair health.
2. Part your hair to the side to enhance the asymmetry.
3. Now, scrunch the waves with a texturizing spray for a tousled, shaggy finish.
4. Apply a sea salt spray to enhance the shaggy texture.

22. Fauxhawk

As we all know by now, the best haircut for a round face is one that adds height and has an elongating effect on your face.  And Ginnifer Goodwin’s fauxhawk does just that. She has transformed her cute pixie into a badass fauxhawk with hair gel and a comb.

How To Achieve This Look:

1. Start with clean, slightly damp hair. Apply a strong-hold gel or pomade to the top section of your hair.
2. Comb the sides back and secure them with bobby pins or clips to create the fauxhawk effect.
3. Use your fingers to sculpt the top section into the desired height and texture.
4. Set the look with a firm-hold hairspray.

23. Side Bun With Bangs

Isn’t Lucy Hale cute as a button with that round face of hers? And she sure knows what she’s doing with her hair. Here, she has gone for a low bun that sits prettily on one side of her head. Her center-parted bangs in the front hide the width of her face and make it look less round.

How To Achieve This Look:

1. Part your hair in the center and leave a few face-framing strands in the front.
2. Gather the rest of your hair to one side and twist it into a low bun. Secure with bobby pins or a hair tie. Lightweight hairspray can keep the bun secure without stiffening it.
3. You can style the bangs straight or slightly wavy for a soft finish.
4. Apply a shine serum to give a polished finish to the bangs.
5. You can throw a decorative hairpin or clip to elevate the look for formal events.

24. Short Bob With Side Swept Bangs

Remind me to take lessons from Hayden Panettiere on how to look sexy and cute at the same time. Just look at her with that bomb hairstyle of hers! While the straight short bob adds length to her face, her edgy side bangs add angles that counteract its roundness.

How To Achieve This Look:

1. Blow-dry your hair straight using a round brush to smooth the strands. Use a straightening serum for a sleek look.
2. Use a flat iron to refine the angles of the bangs. Now, style the bangs by sweeping them diagonally across your forehead.
3. Tuck one side of the bob behind your ear for added asymmetry and flair.

25. Big Swoop Bangs

America’s sweetheart Kelly Clarkson makes sure that whatever hairstyle she sports flatters her round face. While the short curly bob would have been a huge no-no for a round face, she manages to rock the look by pairing it with big bangs that are swooping down her face and streamlining the top half of her face.

How To Achieve This Look:

1. Begin by curling your hair with a small curling wand or rollers. You can use a curl-enhancing mousse for defined curls.
2. Sweep the bangs across your forehead, letting them blend with the curls at the side. Use a volumizing spray to add height to the bangs and crown.
3. Set the bangs in place with a light-hold hairspray to keep their swoop intact.

26. Voluminous Waves

Now here’s a look that is bound to transform you into a total bombshell. Kelly Osbourne has gone for a wavy style with oodles of volume that hides most of her cheeks. Parted at the center, the dent of her waves fall perfectly at her cheekbones and alters the round silhouette of her face.

How To Achieve This Look:

1. Start by blow-drying your hair while applying a volumizing mousse to add lift to the roots.
2. Avoid over-brushing the curls to keep the volume intact.
3. Use a large curling iron to create loose waves. Wrap each section away from your face for a soft look.
4. Part your hair down the center, and use your fingers to gently break up the curls for a more natural wave.
5. Finish with a lightweight hairspray to hold the waves without stiffness.

27. Sleek Straight Long Hair

Mila Kunis has a round face. Does that stop her from being one of the biggest actors in Hollywood? We all know the answer to that question.

A great hairstyle for a round face is the long, sleek look. This hairstyle frames the face without adding a lot of volume. Since a round face lacks length, opting to wear long hair in a sleek and straight manner is an ideal choice. It tricks the eye by creating the illusion of length and definition. This hairstyle is also great for finely textured hair because of its ability to move and you can always add volume at the crown with just a little bit of teasing and shaping.

How To Achieve This Look:

1. Apply a heat protectant to damp hair and blow-dry straight using a brush.
2. Now, flat iron your hair section by section for an ultra-sleek finish.
3. You can create a middle or side part.
4. Additionally, you can also apply a tiny bit of shine serum for a polished, frizz-free look.

28. Long Hair With Layers

Who doesn’t want the same hair as the most beautiful woman in the world? What makes it so much easier is that she (Aishwarya Rai, I mean) has done something that anyone can do. That is, getting her hair cut in layers. But there’s one thing you must keep in mind. Whether you have straight or curly hair, make sure that the layers don’t end exactly at the chin. Doing so will draw attention to the roundness of the face instead of giving it an elongated effect. Longer layers give the face an oval shape and thus help in creating an illusion of less width.

How To Achieve This Look:

1. Use a round brush while blow-drying your hair to add volume to the roots.
2. Use a lightweight styling cream to define layers. You can style your long hair with loose curls or straight strands to highlight the layers.
3. Do not forget to use a heat protectant spray before styling with hot tools.

29. Long Hair With Fringe

Don’t want to go for layering? No problem. Getting a fringe is another option to break the monotony. But don’t go for a short blunt fringe – it will only emphasize the roundness of the face. A long wispy fringe will look great and suit fine hair. And if your hair is thicker, a longer fringe that you can sweep to the side will lengthen your face.

How To Achieve This Look:

1. Style the fringe with a round brush and blow-dryer, sweeping it slightly to the side for a softer effect. Apply a lightweight mousse to maintain volume in the fringe. 
2. Use a medium-hold hairspray to keep the fringe in place.
3. Pair the fringe with long, sleek, or wavy hair for added elegance.

30. Middle Parting

Drew Barrymore has the cutesiest of round faces. Here she has gone for a look that has a center part which makes her face appear longer and slimmer. Opt for this hairstyle when you are in the mood for a casual and effortless hairdo.

How To Achieve This Look:

1. Use a tail comb to part your hair down the center.
2. You can style your hair straight or add soft waves using a flat iron or curling wand, respectively. Use a heat protectant spray before styling.
3. You can tuck the front sections of your hair behind your ears for a laid-back look.
4. Use setting hairspray for a natural finish.

31. Curly Hair

Here’s a thought—just because you have a round face doesn’t mean your only option is to hide it with your hair. There are a lot of styles that can flatter your face while highlighting its roundness. Take Adele, for example. She has gone for a beautiful side ponytail done up in curls and teased the hair down on top to create volume.

When you go for layering, try the triangle layers haircut. Choppy layers through the back and bottom of your hair is another good option as a round face hairstyle.

Soft curls, on the other hand, look great with a round face but the curls need to be below the chin line. Curly hair looks a bit heavy if left short as it adds width to the face.

How To Achieve This Look:

1. Apply curl-enhancing cream to your damp hair.
2. Focusing on the ends, starting below the chin, use a curling wand to create loose curls.
3. You can tease the roots slightly at the crown to add height.
4. Gather the curls into a side ponytail, securing it with an elastic. You can also leave a few face-framing strands loose.

32. Long Layers With Sea Wave Curls On Long Bangs

Ahhh bangs— every round-faced girl’s best friend. Pair them with layers and suddenly your hair is on top of its game! But there are a couple of things that you need to keep in mind when going for a layered hair and bangs look:

• Sport a heavy bang or go for double-sided bangs with a middle partition that is at least two to three inches below the earlobe.
• The layers should start where the bangs end.

If your hair is already wavy then it’s perfect. If not, you can curl them for just one to two minutes and let it be. It’s not curls that we want here, just waves. This is certainly a very trendy hairstyle for round faces!

How To Achieve This Look:

1. Start with a heavy bang or double-sided bangs with a middle part that ends a couple of inches below the earlobe.
2. Use a curling wand to create soft sea-wave curls in the rest of your hair. You have to focus on creating texture, not defined curls.
3. Finish with a texturizing spray for a beachy, tousled effect.

But what if you’re not a big fan of long hair? Don’t worry! We have quite a few options you can try to keep it short, yet sexy. Read on!

33. Short Bob Hair Style

The short bob is a classic. But listen up, my fellow round-faced lasses! We need to steer clear of the classic version of this look because it accentuates the roundness of the face.

But don’t worry! The classic bob is not the only kind of bob that exists. For us ladies with a round face, an angled bob is the way to go. In this hairstyle, the layers in front are dramatically sweeping the chin while the back layers are short. The hairstyle gives a structured look and the hard lines of the bob balance the soft lines of the round face and make it slimmer.

How To Achieve This Look:

1. Blow-dry your hair using a paddle brush to create a sleek finish. You can also apply smoothing serum for a polished look. 
2. Now, flat iron your front layers to enhance the dramatic angle.
3. You can finish this look by applying a smoothing serum to tame flyaways.

34. Modified Pixie Hairstyle

Pixie cuts have become all the rage these days, haven’t they?

A modified pixie with long layers that run across the forehead, cropped sides, and a couple of stacked layers down the back of the head draw attention to the forehead, which makes your face look thinner. The multiple layers draw emphasis on the eyes and cheekbones.

If your hair is not very heavy, keep the very top layers longer. While the hair is damp, style the top layer with a volumizing mousse to give it a lift. This is definitely one of the boldest haircuts for round faces that you can try.

How To Achieve This Look:

1. Start by applying volumizing mousse to damp hair and style the top layers with your fingers as you blow-dry.
2. Use a small round brush to add lift to the top layers for added volume.
3. Finish the look with a texture spray for a piecey, modern look.

35. Close-Cropped Hairstyle

The idea of going for a close-cropped hairstyle may be daunting to some. But you could take inspiration from Renee Zellweger! The longer bangs help in creating an illusion of length by reducing the apparent overall width of the face, making it look slimmer.

If you’re somewhere in between long and short in terms of length, and you’re tired of the straight look, then this next hairstyle will work wonders for you.

How To Achieve This Look:

1. Blow-dry your bangs forward using a round brush to add a slight curve.
2. Use a smoothing balm to keep the rest of the hair sleek and polished.
3. In the end, apply a shine spray for a radiant finish.

36. Wavy Mid-Length Hair

Every woman wants to spend less than 5 minutes in styling her hair. So, all you have to do here is scrunch your hair tight after washing it. Another alternative is to get some real big Velcro curlers. Leave them on overnight or blow dry, to add those lustrous waves to your hair. And to keep the attention on your beautiful waves, make sure you don’t get your hair cut into any layers or steps. Leave the length about 2-3 inches below your jawline and part your hair down the middle to streamline your round face from either side.

How To Achieve This Look:

1. After washing your hair, apply a light mousse or sea salt spray to damp hair.
2. Scrunch your hair with your hands, moving upwards from the ends toward the roots.
3. You can let it air dry for a more natural wave or use a diffuser for faster results.
4. Alternatively, use large Velcro curlers overnight or blow-dry for those effortless waves.
5. Lastly, use a frizz-control serum or leave-in conditioner for a polished finish.

37. Easy Waves

Now, this is a show-stopper look for sure! This hairstyle brings the volume up to the crown of your head. The bangs that sweep at an angle across the forehead very nicely break the rounded curve of the hairline, lending length to your face. If you are looking for a shoulder-length medium hairstyle, then this is definitely the one!

How To Achieve This Look:

1. Start by curling your hair with a medium-barrel curling wand, focusing on the mid-lengths to ends.
2. Now, sweep your bangs at an angle across your forehead to break up the rounded hairline.
3. Use your fingers to loosen the waves for a soft, natural finish.
4. You can add a volumizing powder or spray to the crown for that extra height.

38. Hot Curls

Curls are definitely in and will always be! If your hair is already shoulder-length then you should avoid going for wild total curly spirals. Tame your hair with some serum and then go for soft curls that will sway with the wind. If you have hair longer than shoulder length, then you can go in for totally spiraling curls and then ease them up with a strong hold hairspray to keep them from flowing all over the place.

How To Achieve This Look:

1. With the help of a curling wand, create loose curls.
2. You can apply a smoothing serum to tame frizz and give your curls a polished look.
3. If you have long hair, opt for spiral curls. Use a curling iron and curl small sections of hair at a time.
4. Set the curls with a strong-hold hairspray to keep them intact throughout the day.

 39. Ballerina Buns

Are you someone who likes to keep her hair long, but prefers to avoid too much styling? Then try this new hairstyle! You can go for high buns or ballerina buns. All you need to do is tie your hair into a bun at the top of your head. Secure the knot with bobby pins and use a strong-hold spray to secure it in place.

How To Achieve This Look:

1. Brush your hair and gather it into a high ponytail at the crown of your head.
2. Twist the ponytail around its base to form a bun.
3. Secure the bun with bobby pins and finish with a strong-hold hairspray.
4. For a sleek look, smooth down flyaways with a small amount of styling gel.

40. Palm Tree Ponies

A cute and simple ponytail can keep your hair neatly out of your face and give you an opportunity to show off your gorgeous makeup. After all, contouring makeup exists for the express purpose of reducing the roundness of your face.

How To Achieve This Look:

1. Tie your hair into a high ponytail, ensuring it sits at the top of your head.
2. Use a comb to tease the ponytail for added volume.
3. Wrap a small section of hair around the base of the ponytail to hide the elastic.
4. Spray with a lightweight hairspray to keep it in place.

41. Medium-Length Shaggy Hairstyle

The medium-length shaggy hairstyle is a trendy choice that effortlessly blends modern elements and retro charm. It features layers of varying lengths and a soft, tousled texture, which adds volume to the hair. The layers create a dynamic and lived-in look that is ideal for those who want a playful vibe. A low-maintenance yet stylish option, the medium-length shaggy hairstyle complements not just those with round faces but also long and square faces. With its casual, undone appeal, this hairstyle can be customized to suit individual preferences, spruced up with highlights, and worn both casually as well as formally.

How To Achieve This Look:

1. Use a texturizing spray or dry shampoo to add volume and texture to your hair.
2. Tousle the layers with your fingers to achieve a messy, undone effect.
3. For added flair, you can also use a curling wand to curl random sections of hair.

These hairstyles help you flaunt your beautiful round face and highlight your unique features. If you cannot pick one favorite from our list, experiment with a few styles and keep one that suits your face the most and complements your personality. Additionally, you can empower your look with stylish hair accessories like embellished headbands, sleek hair clips, or silk scrunchies, transforming your overall appearance and adding a touch of elegance. If you’re a fan of colored hair, consider highlights, balayage, or warm tones like caramel or auburn to add depth and dimension to your hair for an effortlessly polished look.

There is no shortage of hairstyles that flatter round faces. However, you must avoid getting a few haircuts, as they will enhance the roundness of the face. We have listed the hairstyles in the next section. Read on.

Common Hairstyles To Avoid For Round Faces

Certain hairstyles can enhance the chin-to-chin width of the face. Therefore, avoid such hairstyles to prevent a fuller appearance. Here are a few examples:

• Chin-Length Blunt Bob: A bob haircut till the chin makes your face wider and fatter.
• Straight, Heavy Bangs: Full bangs falling on the forehead give the illusion of a shorter face.
• Tight Curls: Short curls enhance the width of the face and give a rounder appearance.
• Rounded Pixie Cut: A short pixie cut mimics the shape of the face, offering an unflattering look.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better for a round face: long or short hair?

Long hair. Generally speaking, longer hairstyles lengthen your face and balance one’s broader overall face type.

Where should I part my hair for a round face?

You can part on the side or along the middle. You can achieve symmetry around your face with these hair parting styles.

How can you add volume to a hairstyle for a round face?

Add short layers to the crown, opt for messy styles, and use a texturizing spray when styling your hair are a few tips that can help those with a round face achieve a voluminous look.

What hair length is best for a round face?

Medium-length or longer is the ideal length for a round face as it helps create the illusion of a longer and slimmer profile.

Can layers help flatter a round face shape?

Yes, layers help contour and flatter the soft angles and roundness of the face, giving it an elongated look. Layers make the hair look fuller, giving your face a thinner appearance.

Check out the below video to discover the best haircuts and hairstyles for round faces and learn to style your hair for the perfect look. Get tips and tricks to make your face look slimmer and more defined.

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