Types of bangs: how to choose the best one according to the shape of your face

|Lucía Poyo Vallina
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Summer is getting closer and closer, and hair salons are filling up with clients eager to update their look for the summer season following the latest in hair trends. After all, seasonal beauty rituals require a comprehensive update: makeup, clothes, face, and of course, hair.

As happens almost every year, the hottest months are an excuse to lighten hair, add some highlights or some fun color contrast to show off a more beachy and casual look.

But if there is a trend to highlight that this new season is coming strong, it is undoubtedly bangs: straight, curtain style, choppy... the options are multiple and for all tastes, but... how to choose the one that best fits our face shape? We tell you here which types of women's bangs will be a hit this year. Let's start!

Types of bangs according to your face shape

Before choosing the bangs we are going to get, we have to analyze our face, its shape, structure, and physiognomy. Our choice can lead to our facial physiognomy and the general perception of our physique changing drastically, sometimes for the worse.

But don't worry! Because today we are going to tell you how to identify your face type and recommend some types of bangs adapted to your facial structure.

By the way! Don't forget to take care of your hair as it deserves to show off enviable hair. In our article about hair types that exist, we give you the best advice and treatments for each one.

Oval face

It is a type of face with fairly balanced proportions, making it the perfect structure for almost any type of bangs. If your face is oval, you're in luck! Whether short, long, curtain style, thick, straight, or open straight… all options are recommended.

Round face

In this type of face, the length and width are of similar dimensions, which gives it a rounded appearance to the face. The features and bone structure are not too pronounced, and the overall facial structure is quite soft.

People with this type of face reflect sweetness and youthfulness. They usually have good results with asymmetrical bangs combined with long hair.

Square face

People with this type of face usually have harsher and straighter features. The main characteristic of their facial structure is that they have a forehead and jaw of similar width.

In these cases, it is advisable to soften the facial lines through the hairstyle. For this purpose, the long, trimmed bangs is a great ally to lighten the face. Make sure to choose lighter colors to accompany the optical effect on your face.

Elongated face

Especially on elongated faces, bangs can be a great option to balance the verticality characteristic of this type of facial structure. To complete the look, the ideal is a long hairstyle with waves that contrasts with the straight lines of the facial structure.

Regarding the type of bangs, women with long faces should not be afraid to choose abundant and thick bangs, and even, a straight and well-defined fringe above the eyebrows.

Heart-shaped face

This type of facial structure is also known as inverted triangle. The most notable feature of the heart-shaped face is a wide upper part, with prominent cheekbones and forehead, and a narrow but defined jawline.

In these cases, and with the aim of widening the jaw through an optical effect, it is highly recommended to opt for medium-length hairstyles. Regarding bangs, those of curtain-style trimmed can quite harmonize the face. Also bangs with volume, thick and heavy.

Diamond face

Women with a ‘diamond’ face type have well-defined cheekbones and chins. To balance this type of facial structure, it is common to resort to the side bangs with the part to one side.

Rectangular face

This type of face is mainly characterized by a longer than wide structure. In these cases, the cheekbones tend to be high and the features are not too pronounced.

To balance the face, the ideal is to choose layered bangs, medium-length hair and shorter hairstyles, above the shoulder. Don't miss our post about when to cut your hair according to the phases of the moon. It's super interesting!

In which cases bangs are not recommended

Although it may seem that there is a type of bangs for every kind of face, the truth is that there are certain exceptions where this type of cut is not recommended.

  • In triangle-shaped faces: this facial structure is characterized by having a much narrower forehead than the lower part. Choosing bangs, of any type, will only accentuate this feature. To visually widen the upper part of the face, the best is to do it with wavy and voluminous hairstyles, but always without bangs.

  • If your hair is very fine: if your hair is very fine, it is likely that the bangs you get won't be thick enough to cover your forehead and will constantly part, creating a visually unattractive effect. Opt to add volume to your hairstyle through layered cuts or trims.

  • In cases of oily skin: if you have acne, you should know that bangs can accumulate a lot of oil on the upper part of your face, which will probably cause more pimples on your forehead. Avoid it at all costs if this is your case!

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